What Carpets Are Best for Stairs?

When it comes to stair carpets, you can’t just choose any old flooring. Stairs are one of the highest-traffic areas in the home, so your carpet needs to be:

✔️ Safe underfoot

✔️ Tough enough for daily use

✔️ Easy to clean

✔️ Flexible enough to wrap around tricky steps

So, what should you look for? Let’s break it down.

1. Dense & Durable Pile

A short, tight twist pile wool carpet is a perfect choice for stairs. Unlike longer or looser piles, twist carpets are designed to spring back into shape after pressure, ideal for those constant footsteps going up and down. They hold their appearance for longer and can handle heavy wear without looking tired.

2. Comfortable Yet Practical

While everyone loves a soft carpet, stairs aren’t the place for deep, plush piles. Instead, opt for a low to medium pile height. This makes your carpet comfortable underfoot but also snug and safe — reducing the risk of trips or slips.

3. Stylish & Smart

Stairs can quickly show dirt, so choosing the right colour and pattern makes a big difference. Mid-tones, subtle stripes, or flecked designs are great for disguising everyday marks and footprints.

And if you go for natural materials like wool, you’ll benefit from its resilience and natural stain resistance. Spills often dry on the surface and can be hoovered away without fuss.

Our Top Pick: Wool Carpets

Wool ticks all the boxes, durable, naturally springy, and stylish. It’s warm, safe underfoot, and cleans up beautifully, making it our go-to choice for stair carpets.

Thinking about updating your stairs? We’d be happy to help you choose the perfect carpet to match your home and lifestyle.

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