The unsung heroes of the design world, stair runners punch above their weight when it comes to multitasking. Not only do they protect stairs from everyday wear and tear—and thwart potential slips and ...

I also colored the staples with a black Sharpie so that they’re less noticeable on the rug. Then I just continued down the stairs until the rug ended. Pro Tip: How to join separate runners I ...

while the staircase featured a basic grey runner. To inject some life into the drab hallway, Ellie gave the staircase a lick of black paint and added stunning black panelling detailing on the sides.