Stair runner ideas
Real runner configurations you can open, change and price in the free designer. Need the length first? Use the stair runner calculator.
Greek Key Stair Runner Ideas: 5 Real Configurations
A Greek key (meander) border is the most classic graphic stair runner. It works best as a lengthwise border on a 27–30" runner, so the key runs up the edges and the centre stays calm.
Striped Stair Runner Ideas: Awning, Ticking and Pinstripe
Stripes are the easiest way to make a staircase look longer or wider. Lengthwise stripes lengthen a short flight; crosswise awning stripes make a narrow hall feel wider.
Herringbone Stair Runner Ideas: Texture Without Pattern
Herringbone is a weave, not a print, so it adds texture without a motif to line up. It is the safest choice for stairs with winders, landings or uneven treads.
Plaid and Tartan Stair Runner Ideas for Period Homes
Plaid brings warmth to period and cottage staircases. Because it repeats both ways, it needs the most careful setting out of any pattern.
Leopard Print Stair Runner Ideas: Bold but Practical
Leopard print is a statement that is also practical: the random spots hide dirt, wear and pet hair better than any plain runner.
Harlequin and Diamond Stair Runner Ideas
Harlequin diamonds turn a plain staircase into a feature. The pattern looks best on straight flights where every diamond lands in the same place on each step.
Start with the numbers: our stair runner calculator also works as a stair runner length calculator, adding nosing wrap, landings, winders, pattern repeat and waste so you order the right length first time.