Since standard carpet comes in 12- or 15-foot widths and a roll weighs several hundred pounds, it must be cut to fit each room in which it is to be installed. Luckily, cutting a roll of carpet ...

Measure the stairs to determine how much carpet you will need for the runner. Measure the width of the step to the points where you wish the runner to cover. Add 2 ½ inches to this measurement if you ...