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Can I use a hallway runner on stairs?
For the rug itself, you can absolutely use a regular runner—or even a few runners placed end-to-end. Just make sure it will go the entire length of your stair risers and treads; a good way to shop for one is to take that measurement and then find your rug.
Does your stair runner have to match your carpet?
Stair and hall runners DO NOT have to match and the following pictures will show this. Hopefully your buying experience (and mental state) will be a lot less stressful after this blog post. As you can see, you just want the stair and hall runners to coordinate with one another.
Should I put runner rug in my hallway?
Hallway runners can brighten up these areas of the home, transforming them into warm and inviting spaces. Long hallway runners can also protect your floors from the common wear and tear they receive after lots of foot traffic. Ultimately, every hallway could benefit from a luxurious and durable hallway runner.
Do carpet runners ruin hardwood stairs?
Carpet works wonders on stairs like this. Beautiful hardwood stairs will be ruined by the addition of carpeting because the tack strips need to be nailed down, creating holes in the wood.
Should stairs carpet match upstairs or downstairs?
Are the stairs supposed to match the floor upstairs or downstairs? Interior designers and flooring experts universally agree on the answer. Stairs act as a transition between both floors, and therefore, should coordinate with both the upstairs and downstairs flooring.
How do you place a runner in a hallway?
The critical doorway is the doorway on the top left. When someone is in this doorway and entering the hallway, they are stepping onto the runner. The runner should go to at least the edge of the door frame. The runner should stop close to the end of the hall at the right, without entering the room beyond.
How should a runner fit in a hallway?
Measure the width of your hallway. This leaves you about 4 to 5 inches of floor showing on each side. Most standard runners come this width, or close to it. If your hallway is extra wide, you may need a wider runner. For runners in wide halls, leaving about a 6 inches of floor showing on each side is comfortable.
Can you use 2 runners in hallway?
If you have an extra-long hallway, instead of purchasing a custom rug, you can place two (or more) rug runners in a line. The look will not disappoint.
Do stairs and floor have to match?
Stairs do not need to match flooring. It all boils down to what the homeowner wants.