runner for steps

2 years ago

Having a hard time finding the colors I want for a custom cut runner for steps - but I am seeing runners that are 6 feet, 8 feet….. has anyone ever cut the border off and use two or three runners for your steps?

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Patricia Colwell Consulting

2 years ago

last modified: 2 years ago

The runners are often spliced to cove the number of steps so IMO no problem to cut off the border at the end .As mentioned the top and bottom left for the border finished look . Maybe if you tell us what you are looking for you might get more help.

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HALLETT & Co.
2 years ago
In my cottage I used a 25’ runner from Amazon.
ilikefriday
2 years ago
Are you installing the runner or will you have it done professionally? I think the borders at the short end will be cut off so that they end at the joint between the rise and tread. I used several 10' rugs to create my staircase runner and cut all the short borders except the one at the very bottom of the staircase.
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LORI LO
Original Author
2 years ago
Please
LORI LO
Original Author
2 years ago
Please send pix!!! My husband will attempt this…. Haven’t seen anything he can’t do!!! 🤗
Lucky me ❤️
ilikefriday
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
I did this several years ago after watching a few YouTube videos. It was very easy other than the turn. Under the runner I added carpet padding and nail strips at the joints. From what I recall, cuts are represented by red lines. I'm certain this is not how a professional would have done it but it worked for me.
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freedomplace1
2 years ago
That looks so fabulous, Friday! What an entrance!!
ilikefriday
2 years ago
Thanks @freedomplace1. It was cheap and easy. That scores a win in my book.
freedomplace1
2 years ago
Easy for YOU!! :)

Definitely doesn’t look cheap. Looks like a million bucks!! High end.
freedomplace1
2 years ago
You can’t put a price on certain things. And style is one of those things.
freedomplace1
2 years ago
I just found this great quote:
ilikefriday
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
Love that quote. Just pull up a Redfin page and you can find countless examples of homes / decor lacking style. It takes vision and being able to identify the diamond. Otherwise it might be easy to end up with what appears to be Big Lots decor that, in reality, cost a boatload of money.

It takes a long time to find your style, develop a vision, and be committed enough to stick with it.
freedomplace1
2 years ago
I saw this runner the other day and thought it was wild. Literally. :) I love a red carpet. And this is a fun twist. It’s at the Chloe Hotel, in New Orleans.
freedomplace1
2 years ago
I agree with you, Friday. It takes some vision to be able to spot the diamonds. Some experience and skill, too. Some people believe it is all about money. It isn’t. And that can even be the case with literal diamonds! :)

It’s funny because one of the pieces of jewelry that I have - and on which I have received the most compliments - is a fake diamond ring. A very simple band... but the way it’s set and the quality of the “stones” is right. Plus, whenever I've worn it - it is the ONLY piece I wear. I’ve had more people comment on that ring, than on anything else.