Trending Stair Carpets in 2025

Looking to give your staircase a stunning makeover? One of the hottest trends of 2025 is installing a stylish stair runner. Whether you want to add warmth, reduce noise or simply want to elevate your space, choosing the right carpet is the first step to success. 

Why Carpet Your Stairs?

Before we jump into the trends, here’s why stair carpets are more popular than ever:

• Safety: Reduces falls and accidents. 

• Comfort: Softer and kinder underfoot. 

• Noise Reduction: Quietens footsteps and noises. 

• Style Statement: Adds texture, colour, and personality to your staircase

Top stair carpet trends for 2025: 

1. Bold Patterns 

From chic chevrons to playful diamonds, geometric stair runners are stealing the spotlight. They’re perfect for adding visual interest to more plain spaces. 

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Fairfield Design Chevron by Lano Carpets is a superb twist pile carpet available from us at a very special price. Fairfield Design Chevron Carpet is a bleach cleanable twist with a heavy domestic rating and a 10 Year Manufacturers Warranty. Available in a 4m width and made from 100% Essenz polypropylene yarn, it has an 8.5mm thick pile height with a total height of 10mm. Tog rating of 1 for added warmth and comfort  - "A really cosy carpet, great colours, lovely".

2. Neutral Tones and textures

Soft greys, beiges, and taupes aren’t going anywhere fast, but 2025 is all about layered texture. Think loop pile carpets and subtle herringbones, we are obsessed with this trend. 

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A Wool loop pile carpet in natural flecked heather shades, Cottage Berber allows you to create a warm and country feel in your home. This wool carpet, made from a variety of flecked Berber tones, adds a cosy, warm, and natural atmosphere to any space. Because of the carpet's design, which provides durability and texture, it's a great choice for any room in your house. Fire resistant, able to regulate humidity, easy to clean and hardwearing, Cottage Berber is both beautiful and practical.

3. Stripes, stripes and stripes 

Striped stair carpets continue to trend because they make staircases look longer and more elegant. Classic two-tone stripes or playful multicolour options work well in both modern and traditional homes. 

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Made from 100% wool with a loop pile construction, the Book of Stripes "Epilogue" carpet range is soft and perfect for heavy domestic use. This range has a variety of 6 different striped carpets, including colours such as greys, light and dark browns and tones of golden sand. Each carpet has their own unique look and feel giving life and colour to your home, so get ready to make a statement with this range of luxurious patterned wool carpets.

4. Moody palettes 

Deep navy, charcoal, and forest green stair carpets are gaining huge popularity. They create a dramatic and cosy space, and are super forgiving. 

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Discover the enhanced allure of this revamped Easy-Clean carpet – now available in 22 stunning colour options. The Apollo Plus carpet, crafted from 100% Excellon polypropylene two-fold yarn, not only captivates with its vibrant palette but also boasts remarkable stain resistance and bleach-cleanability. Rest easy with the assurance of a 10-year stain and wear warranty, promising enduring beauty and functionality.

5. Sustainable Carpets

We love to look for the newest eco-friendly carpets to showcase to our customers.. 

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If you're seeking a carpet that offers the luxurious texture and aesthetic of wool while prioritizing sustainability and practicality, the Furlong Flooring Stanton carpet from the Beyond Wool® Collection is the perfect choice. This high-quality carpet is expertly crafted from 100% recycled polypropylene (PP) yarn, giving it an eco-conscious edge without compromising on durability or style.

Our tips for choosing the perfect stair carpet

• Durability: Look for a heavy-duty pile to withstand high traffic.

• Pattern scale: Smaller patterns work best on narrow staircases.Consider whether you have straight stairs or curved as this will impact the visuals. 

• Underlay matters: A quality underlay can increase comfort and extend carpet  life.

• Professional fitting: Always use an experienced installer to avoid mistakes.
   

Trending Stair Carpet Ideas for 2025

• Black and white striped runner with brass stair rods
   

• Warm greige herringbone carpet on open staircases
   

• Handwoven wool runners in soft sage green
   

• Bold Moroccan-inspired patterns on traditional wood stairs
   

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