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Can I install a stair runner with tack nails alone?

admin — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 04:22:34 +0000

If not, what more do I need?

Also, how long should I wait to install the runner after painting the stairs?

Personal experience, anecdotes, etc. will be most helpful.

Thanks in advance!

http://www.howtodothings.com/video/installing-a-stair-runner

Stair runners help pleasee?

admin — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 08:10:41 +0000

Can anyone find a stair runner, exactly like the one in the picture, on the link below:

http://www.johnlewis.com/Competition/CompetitionPage.aspx?CompId=331

It is painted on it : you can do it yourself with floor paint and masking tape.
Just have to live downstairs for a few days, starting painting on the top to the down and let it dry before you varnish it ( matt finish)
A friend of mine has done it to her place

Hot pink stair runner?

admin — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 01:33:38 +0000

Hi does anyone know where i can get a Hot pink stair runner (uk) like the one on Tanya’s stairs in eastenders?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Carpet-Stair-Treads-Hot-Pink-Shag-15-5-Runner-/130440095480

Do you have to be a fast runner to make a high school volleyball team? why would they look at running?

admin — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 15:20:35 +0000

Last year i got put on JV for…basically the things besides my volleyball skills (i.e. running and stairs) my mile was 9 minutes but i dont understand why thats a key factor. And no, it wasnt because i suck at volleyball.

That’s seems strange to me, but my best guess is that people who are faster off the line will be more likely to get to the ball consistently. Maybe that’s their reasoning? I especially have a hard time understanding why your mile would even remotely be a factor seeing how you only run a few feet at a time in VB. Maybe your coach can explain in better detail. Just ask them I’m sure they’d be glad to explain.

What is your advice on the stair climber?

admin — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 06:53:39 +0000

I am a big runner…though i want to start adding shape to my butt. How often should I do the stair climber? Will this help? What is your opinion success stories with the stair climber? use a cross trainer instead……. … Continue reading →

I need a good clear vinyl carpet runner to put down in our new home?

admin — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 03:50:17 +0000

Where can I get it from?? Please provide links. I need a good quality runner that is not hazardous to walk on. I want to put it down to prevent the movers from walking directly on our carpet so much. I plan to leave it down but want to feel safe walking up and down stairs with the runner.

Home depot carries rolls of these and you can buy what you need. Also available from building supply places are a shrink wrap type material that you can buy whole rolls of. Realtors and builders use this when showing houses.
Sorry I can t provide a link, flooring I know computers I don t . GL

British people, do any of you tea sippers do stair exercise routines?

admin — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 06:25:28 +0000

I did some the other day for the first time and now my lower body half is more sore than a clit after some hardcore. Despite being a runner, that gravity can still work your muscles. Anyway, I’m going out for round 2 and I’m coming back later so you guys better say something funny or Britarded so that I’ll see it when I check the question again.

me no britainn

A chicago marathon runner with mass 50 kg runs up the stairs to the top of the 443m tall tower.?

admin — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 21:48:26 +0000

To lift herself to the top in 150 min, what must be the average power output in watts? in kilowatts? in horsepower? Power = work-done/time work done = force x distance mg = force = 50 x 9.8 = 490 … Continue reading →

How do you install stair runners over steps finished with laminate flooring without ruining the…?

admin — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 07:31:54 +0000

…laminate?
We bought Turkish carpet runners from overseas and plan to install them on our stairs ourselves. We’re not sure what the best way is to secure the carpeting to the stairs without marring the flooring. Any suggestions?

If the runner is not secure, there will definitely be an accident.

See the following Q & A:
Question
Is there a double sided tape I can use to secure the self padded stair runner to the part of the stair where you walk? The laminate is too hard for nails or staples. We screwed the carpet to the underneath edge of the stair where the bare wood was exposed. But, we did not install those brass bars where the rise and run meets, due to expense. Now the carpet sticks out beyond the edge of the stair. Any solutions cheaper than the brass bars, but still safe?

Answer
Hi Denise
Double face tape will not hold safely on your stairs. I’m assuming your not worried about the finish of the laminate since you tried to staple and nail through it. That being said, I would recommend a glue called Durabond D-815. It is a carpet seam sealer and multi-purpose adhesive and will hold very well on your steps. It costs about $12-$13 dollars a quart and one quart will be plenty for your steps.
I would take the carpet off the steps and re-do them using the glue. I would do 1 or 2 steps at a time. Run 2-3 1/8 inch beads of the glue at the top and bottom of each riser and 2-3 1/8 inch beads at the front and back of each step. Rub the carpet into the glue until it starts to tack up. D-815 sets up very quickly, usually within 3-5 minutes. Just keep rubbing it down until it grabs and holds securely. Repeat with the rest of the steps.
You will need an applicator bottle to apply the glue with. The store you buy it from should have them. As far as I know, only flooring supply companies carry the glue. But, a call or two to local flooring stores should help you find someone who carries it.
I hope this helps you out. If you need anything else, please don’t hesitate to ask. Good luck!

What retailer store sells stair runners?

admin — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 17:17:56 +0000

I already tried Home Depot.
I’m looking for retailer stores in the DFW area.
Not online stores.
I was told that stores that specialized in carpets should have stair runners.

dfw area carpet stores . as you want runners not wall to wall on the stairs then stores selling rugs could be possibility.

http://www.superpages.com/yellowpages/C-Carpet+Stores/S-TX/T-Fort+Worth/