How do I measure for a stair runner?

Measuring for a Straight staircase, one which does not change direction:

– length is a simple calculation which requires the tread / riser count and the average length needed for each step – most require 18 and 19 inches of length needed per step.

Please use our Straight Staircase Calculator to find the length needed for your straight staircase project.

A staircase with a landing requires more information:
Please use our Custom Landing Quote Form –  Our quote form allows us to reply with a project quote including the length required based on your chosen runner product.  – final length varies based on the runner pattern when there is a landing or other custom fabrication required. 

Please visit our Plan Your Runner Project page for more detail on all types of projects.

NOTE:  Measuring for a stair project is certainly important in order to avoid a shortage of material.  Used correctly, the tools and information on our site will help you to come up with the correct calculation and amount of material. However, a stair runner is never calculated or cut to an exact dimension – it should always be a bit longer than needed, intended to be cut to its final dimension during installation. (A hall project most often has a fixed end point and requires an end finish on the runner itself will need to be more precise in its dimensions.) 

– Calculating the amount of material needed when using one of our Custom Width products is more complex – these products are priced by the square foot. Please Contact Us for more information.

Please look over the measuring information available on the site – if you find that you still have questions please Contact Us.