Take the first steps toward crafting the stairway of your dreams with our roundup of the most stylish staircase ideas ...

On top of that was a layer of carpet nailed and stapled down ... We found a local company to come out to measure, bind and alter the runner so it is the right size for our staircase. We just had it ...

Photo via Natalie Kraiem Interiors At Better Carpet Warehouse on Atlantic Avenue in Boerum ... and the ability to be cleaned are top priorities when choosing a runner for a high-traffic staircase, ...

or the staircase doesn’t get a lot of foot traffic, then synthetic materials, like polyester, are good options. Is a stair runner cheaper than carpet? Runners are usually a bit more expensive to ...

But when selecting carpeting for a staircase, one should consider thickness ... “Depending on the architecture of the home, a bold-patterned carpet runner can introduce a fabulous extra ...

It can also be inexpensive if you look for rug remnants at carpet stores ... pieces for a steal deal—perfect for a DIY staircase makeover. A fab runner edge can significantly amp up the ante ...

The strip of carpet is coveted by the very best ... A classic herringbone runner will refresh your staircase instantly. Featuring a timeless style and snake black border, the foolproof design ...

But one clever homeowner has shown how you can create a stylish staircase runner for a fraction ... measuring each side of the carpet runner to ensure it wasn’t running wonky, and stapled ...