Stair Carpet Cost Calculator UK
The average cost to carpet stairs in the UK is about £600 to £950 for a straight flight of 12 to 14 steps with mid-range carpet, supplied and fitted in 2026. Budget carpet costs from about £400, and adding the landing usually adds £100 to £300. Use the stair carpet calculator for your own staircase.
- Straight flight, mid-range£600 – £950
- Fitting only, per flight£80 – £220
- Carpet for one flightabout 6 m²
Prices checked November 2026 · UK figures include labour and materials unless stated
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Cost to carpet stairs (2026)
| Carpet | Straight flight (12–14 steps) | Stairs and landing |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | £400 – £650 | £550 – £750 |
| Mid-range | £600 – £950 | £750 – £1,100 |
| Premium or wool | £800 – £1,400+ | £1,100 – £1,600 |
Staircases with winders or a turn cost more because of extra cutting: typically £650 to £1,900 in total.
How much carpet do I need for stairs?
A straight flight of 13 steps needs about 6 m² of carpet, which is a 1.5 m length off a 4 m wide roll. With a small landing, allow about 8 to 10 m². For each step, measure the tread depth plus the riser height and add about 5 cm; multiply by the number of steps.
Stair carpet fitting cost and runners
| Item | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Fitting only, straight flight | £80 – £220 |
| Fitting only, per step | £8 – £15 |
| Uplift of old carpet | £30 – £80 |
| Stair runner, 12-step flight (supplied) | £50 – £200 |
| Stair rods | from about £10 each, plus fitting |
Runners can cost as much to fit as a full-width carpet because the edges need binding or whipping.
How this stair carpet cost calculator works
We scale 2026 supply-and-fit prices for a 13-step straight flight to your number of steps and carpet grade, add winders, a landing and uplift if selected, and adjust for your region. The quantity estimate uses about 0.45 m of carpet per step.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to carpet stairs in the UK?
A straight staircase costs about £400 to £650 with budget carpet, £600 to £950 mid-range and £800 to £1,400 or more for premium or wool, supplied and fitted.
How much to carpet stairs and landing?
Usually £550 to £1,600 in total depending on the carpet, or about £100 to £300 more than the stairs alone.
How much carpet do I need for 13 stairs?
About 6 m², which is a 1.5 m length off a standard 4 m wide roll. Add a landing and it is usually 8 to 10 m².
How much do carpet fitters charge for stairs?
Fitting only usually costs £80 to £220 for a straight flight, or about £8 to £15 per step.
Is it cheaper to have a stair runner?
The carpet is cheaper, but fitting a runner neatly takes longer, so the total is often similar to a full-width stair carpet.
Where our prices come from
We compare published 2026 UK cost guides and trade price data, then use the middle of the range. Figures are for budgeting only and are not a quote. See how we price.