Replacing carpet on stairs with hardwood

last year

Would like opinions, pros and cons, of having the carpeting replaced with hardwood and painted risers. There’s a local flooring contractor who does this type work. The stairs lead to two guest bedrooms, a bath, and a loft used as a library. Therefore the stairs are not heavily used. There’s no noise concerns as the basement stairs are under these.
The pictures show a view from the kitchen as well as a closer view. The reason for wanting wood, instead of carpet, is I believe the carpet looks worn and dirty ( it really isn’t either); as well as ease of cleaning/dusting. Thanks for your opinions.

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G & S Floor Service
last year
Add insulation like mineral wool and check the stringers for cracks before you cover it all up.
anj_p
last year
Depends on how much you want to spend. We looked into it and it basically comes down to carpeted stairs are built differently from hardwood so you'll need to rebuild the stairs and trim. It was more than we wanted to spend but maybe not you.
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ShadyWillowFarm
last year
Carpet has more grip than plain wood; you’ll slip more on wood and need to do something to make it safer.
kculbers
last year
I had a new oak staircase installed a few years ago. It replaced a builders grade staircase with carpet. I never cared for a carpeted staircase. I chose an all oak staircase, and am quite pleased with it!! Best of luck on your journey!