Written by Keith Shannon, founder of DirectCarpet.com. We ship custom stair runners across the U.S. and share real installs from our shop and customers.

Last updated: September 2025

Installing a stair runner is easier than you think. You don't need to hire a pro—just a few tools, some patience, and the right runner. In this guide, I show exactly how I install a stair runner using Tartan Eclipse as the example. See the product here: Tartan Eclipse Stair Runner.

Watch the short showcase, then follow the four install videos to get a clean, professional finish.

Steps at a Glance

➡ Top 10 Tools (Amazon list)
➡ Stair Runner Calculator (measure before you order)

Video 0 — Finished Look (30-second showcase)

See the final result first. This is what we're building toward with the steps below.



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Step 1 — Prep and First Step (Part 1)

Quick checklist:

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