What is a Hallway Runner?
A hallway runner or hall runner is a type of carpet suited in size to cover and protect the floor of a hall. Some people also have stair runners, which are placed on top of staircases, and usually require special installation to make sure the carpet doesn’t slip under people’s feet and cause accidents. The hallway runner doesn’t necessarily have to be attached to the floor in the same manner, and many simply place the carpet down with some carpet padding or a non-slip carpet pad underneath it. When halls are part of the entrance to a home, a hallway runner can be an ideal decorating tool. Varying styles and designs mean that the carpet can be chosen for its coordination with other home décor, and especially for any room into which the hall leads. A large hall leading into an open family room or living room can have a hallway runner that coordinates with a rug of the same type. In fact people often purchase larger rugs and runners that match for this purpose. On the other hand, some peo
