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How do you measure square footage for floor coverings on stairs?
I have nine steps on the first flight and then a 4x4 landing and then another seven steps. Each step is 40 inches across, and is 7 inches high and 12 inches deep. What would the measurement be for carpet?
Answer: You need about 25 feet of length for the steps alone. If you purchased a 25' long carpet however the waste would be huge since carpet is 12 or 15 feet wide. You would be best off to purchase a piece of carpet 12'x13'. If you cut two 40" wide strips for the stairs, you will be left with a 5'x13' for the landing. This will leave you 9'x5' waste which is pretty good for a staircase.
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