Q: An old but colorful Oriental rug covers our entrance hall, which leads to a wooden stairway, which is also in need of some kind of floor covering. We can’t afford to buy antique Oriental carpeting ...

The newest craze sweeping un-carpeted steps everywhere, stair treads—like this set of four from Pottery Barn—let you feel at ease walking up and down wooden, stone or other slick-surface staircases.

Having a staircase is a luxury of sorts—it means you've got two floors instead of just one, obviously! But running up and down a staircase will make you quickly realize why they're also a ...

Stair runners are hot news and no longer only in period homes. In classical and contemporary hallways alike, pro designers are embracing their abundant benefits. We’re talking noise reduction, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Stair runners are the unsung heroes of interior design. Not only do they protect your stairs from daily ...

Whether you love the look or not, there are a handful of good reasons why you should add carpet to your staircase. For starters, carpets help absorb sound and prevent your stairs from getting all ...