Removing Carpet From Steps

Without damaging the wood you must reach under the carpet and pry it free.

Removing carpet from steps.

I started pulling out the gazillion staples that held down the padding and the padding from the original carpet that was installed in 1978. Follow these steps to remove old carpeting from stairs. Transforming your stairs from carpet to wood treads will be a project to be proud of and you ll be so glad you did. Step 1 get started.

Use the vise grips to pull the carpet free from the riser. I can not believe how many staples are used for padding. Sure new carpet would be great but wow it s not cheap. Grip the carpet with both hands for easier removal and to maintain balance and safety.

Stairs are often located at the entryway to your home so removing old carpet and adding a fresh style can make a lasting impact and serve as a welcome greeting to all. Removing carpet from stairs can be easily tackled in a day or over the weekend without hiring a professional. And carpet on stairs gets so many stains and wears out so quickly. The hardest part about removing carpet from stairs is starting.

Work from side to side. If both the treads and the risers are carpeted you may be able to slide the blade of a utility knife along an edge without scratching the wood. After removing all the pad and tack strips the real work began. As tempting as it may be to just grab a loose corner of carpet and start pulling preparing ahead of time and following a proper sequence.

Cut the carpet with a utility knife under the nose of the landing.