Issue with putting runner of solid new stairs

tricky99 · 12-01-2017 09:51PM #1

I am desperate to put a runner on our stairs which is a modern straight 90 degree edges without bullnose. It has glass side/balustrade. How do I put on a runner with underlay on steps without a bullnose to ensure that step does not tear through the runner. I need a solution that is not messy from side look (because of glass).

tabby aspreme · 12-01-2017 11:01PM

You could add a bullnose to the existing thread , finishing it slightly shorter than the width of the runner. If you want to keep the sharp look you have currently, you could put a 12 / 15 mm radius on the front of the thread the width of the runner , but this would be irreversible if the runner was removed.
Would thread mats or rugs do instead of the full runner .
Is there a need to do anything with the thread, it should take a long time to wear the runner out even with it fitted onto the square edge, and before it's worn you may want to change it for a new look.

tricky99 · 13-01-2017 06:25PM

Thanks. Ive asked a few carpet places now and they say even the best carpet will only a last a year or two with such a sharp edge in house with a family. Given the price of carpet I dont think Ill be changing it every other year. Your proposal will work looking at the stair head on but I also have the issue from the side view as glass runs directly into the step so can see straight through from side.

tabby aspreme · 13-01-2017 08:38PM

Do you want the runner for appearance or safety.

tricky99 · 19-01-2017 02:45PM

both really. It is very slippy and also noise is echo through the house but if I put one down I do want it to look good if thats what you mean

Issue with putting runner of solid new stairs

Comments