3 Top Tips for Choosing a Stair Runner Border
12 August 2025
A stair runner can totally transform your space, but the border or edging is what really pulls the look together. Whether you’re going for classic, modern, or something in between, here are 3 top tips to help you choose the perfect finish
🎨 1. Match with Your Walls or Décor
Your border should feel like part of the space, not an afterthought. Look at your wall colours, furniture, or flooring and pick a shade that complements them.
💡 Example: Grey walls? Try an Iron or Seal grey cotton border for a subtle, cohesive finish.
🪵 2. Complement Your Stair Colour
Look at the tone of your stairs. Natural wood works beautifully with warm or neutral borders, natural, earthy colours.
With black or dark-grey painted stairs Navy, forest green or mustard borders can enhance the drama.
White painted stairs are a blank canvas which can pair well with anything from high contrasting black, to bright and pastel colours.
💡 A good rule of thumb: match or complement your stair treads for a polished, cohesive finish.
🔥 3. Add Contrast for a Bold Statement
If you're feeling brave, go bold! Choose contrasting carpet and border combinations to add real wow-factor and show off your personality. For colourful options look at our Seymour, Soda or Arabian borders for that bold, eye-catching look.
💡 Other options include burnt orange on sisal, black on cream wool, or even a herringbone border for texture.
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💫 Most Importantly... Make It Your Own
There’s no one-size-fits-all. Whether you love subtle tones or bold contrasts, your border should reflect your style. Choose what you love and let your staircase be a statement of you.
📸 We love seeing your stair transformations!
Tag us in your photos on Instagram or Facebook, or drop us a message if you’d like help choosing your perfect border.
