Things You'll Need:
- Carpet shears or sharp utility knife Carpet pad adhesive Measuring tape
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Step 1
Measure the steps by width, length and the number of steps to be padded. Remember that the carpet will be laid over the pad; carpet layers place tack strip on the stairs to hold the carpet in place. The pad must not cover the tack strip, so measurements must take this into account.
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Step 2
Cut the padding to size using carpet shears; a sharp utility knife can also be used. There are different types and qualities of carpet padding but all are easy to work with and cut.
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Step 3
Sweep and vacuum the stairs. Dust or other debris interferes with the glue's effectiveness, making it difficult to achieve a successful bond.
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Step 4
Spread the pad glue only on the areas that will come into contact with the pad. This glue is messy and permanent---you must be careful not to apply too much and avoid leaking. The bond formed by this glue lasts for years.
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Step 5
Let the glue dry and set for at least 48 hours before carpet installation to avoid slippage or puckering of the pad.
