Do you have a staircase in your home with exposed wood? If so, you’ve probably thought about adding a rug to it. Rug placement with open staircases has a few essential things to consider, including safety, style, and sizing.
What type of rug works best in open staircases?
First, what type of rug will you need for your staircase? A runner rug is the most practical option. Runner rugs serve a different purpose than area rugs, designed for long, narrow spaces such as stairwells.
How do I make the rug stay in place?
Have you ever slipped on your steps? If so, then you know all too well that safety is paramount. It’s also one of the primary reasons a homeowner will place a rug in their open staircases. While you can typically lay a rug on top of a rug pad in most places within your home and be fine, this is not the case with an open stairwell. Instead, it would help if you secured it to your staircase using a staple gun. This method will ensure it doesn’t move when walked on.
Staircase rug styling
Another reason to use a rug within an open staircase is to add extra style to your home. Do you have a general idea as to the direction of your upcoming decor update? Perhaps minimalism is your thing. There are many ways to embrace that style in an open staircase. Or maybe you want something more stylish, such as an Oushak rug? Weavers in Turkey often create perfect options for this type of space!
You will want a general idea of your preferred style before tackling the next part: knowing your measurements.
Rug Placement for Open Staircases: Length & Width
Once you have the tools you need to secure your rug and have a general idea of the rug style you’re looking for, it’s time to focus on measurements. Let’s start with width. Some homeowners like to leave a few inches on each side of the rug exposed. Others want an exact match. Which option you choose will be based on your preference; however, you should not use a rug that “curls” up along the edge of the wall. This is a safety disaster waiting to happen.
In terms of length, there are a few considerations to remember. First, you should measure the entire length of your stairwell before landing on a particular rug. Second, do you have a curve in your stairwell? If so, you’ll need to cut the rug at some point. This means you’ll need an extra-long rug to give yourself room to cut and align it while creating as seamless a match as possible.
Where to buy runner rugs
As we mentioned, a runner rug is the type of rug you’ll need for an open staircase. Our inventory includes runner rugs of all widths, lengths, and styles. Some are great for those oddly shaped parts of your home, while others are great for staircases.
Either way, we have an option that’s right for you. Check out our inventory here or stop by our showroom in Charlotte to see our selection today!
