Cook's Carpet & Flooring, located in Waynesville and Murphy, NC, assists homeowners in finding the perfect custom area rugs and stair runners tailored to their space, style, and budget. With over 50 years of local expertise and a wide selection in-store, we make the process easy.
A well-placed area rug or stair runner does more than add color to a room—it anchors furniture, defines spaces, and brings a room together in a way that off-the-shelf options rarely can. For stairways in particular, a runner adds warmth, reduces noise, and improves traction for the whole household—including four-legged family members.
At Cook's Carpet & Flooring, we carry an extensive selection of carpets and rug options from brands like Stanton, Nourison, Engineered Floors, and Shaw—and our team is here to help you find the right fit for your home and lifestyle.
Almost any carpet in our showroom can be transformed into a stair runner, giving you far more flexibility than you'd find at a big-box retailer.
Our most popular stair runner styles include:
Our largest and most popular stair runner collection comes from Stanton, which offers an exceptional range of colors, patterns, and constructions—from classic wool blends to high-performance synthetics.
Stairs take more abuse than almost any other surface in your home. High foot traffic, directional wear, and the physical stress of bending over each step all factor into which carpets will hold up over time. Our team will help you evaluate your staircase based on:
Many dog owners don't realize how much stair runners benefit their pets. Dogs—especially older ones or larger breeds—often struggle to find grip on bare wood or hard-surface stairs. A properly installed runner gives them the traction they need to navigate safely.
Whether you need a rug for a living room, bedroom, dining area, or hallway, we offer three ways to get the right fit:
Carpet remnants are an affordable and practical option for custom rugs. We bind them in-store, cutting them to size and finishing the edges to create a clean, polished look.
Have an unusual room shape, a specific size requirement, or a particular design in mind? Our made-to-order option lets you choose your preferred carpet or rug style and have it cut and bound to your exact specifications. Turnaround time is typically 2–3 weeks.
We also carry pre-made area rugs from trusted brands including Stanton, Nourison, Engineered Floors, and Shaw—all available to order through our showrooms. Our team will help you identify the right size for your space and furniture arrangement, so you don't end up with a rug that's too small or overwhelms the room.
Please note: We do not stock rugs on the floor. All area rugs are ordered, ensuring you get exactly what you need rather than settling for what's on hand.
Our process is straightforward and low-pressure. Here's what a typical visit looks like:
Bring your room dimensions, photos, and any inspiration images. The more context you can give us, the better we can guide you.
Walk the showroom and see materials firsthand. Our team will pull relevant carpet samples based on your style, traffic needs, and budget.
Browse our design gallery, and we'll make specific suggestions—including size guidance for area rugs and carpet suitability for stair runners—based on your actual space and lifestyle.
Once you've made your selection, we handle the rest. Custom area rugs typically arrive within 2–3 weeks, and our team can discuss installation scheduling for stair runners.
Sizing is one of the most common mistakes homeowners make. Our team will ask about your room dimensions and furniture layout to recommend a size that's proportional to your space. As a general rule, all major furniture legs should either sit on the rug or completely off it—partial placement tends to look awkward.
Not quite. Carpets with very high piles or certain loop constructions can pose safety risks on stairs or wear unevenly. We'll help you identify which options in our showroom are best suited for stair use.
Most custom area rugs—whether made from remnants or ordered from a vendor—have a turnaround time of approximately 2–3 weeks.
Yes. We bind area rugs in-store, which means faster turnaround and consistent quality control.
Absolutely. We'll help you identify durable, easy-to-maintain options that hold up to claws, frequent cleaning, and heavy daily use.
Visit one of our two Western North Carolina showrooms and let our team help you find the perfect match—whether you're upgrading a staircase, anchoring a living room, or finishing a renovation. Contact us today to request your free project estimate.
178 South Main Street, Waynesville, NC | 828-210-2801
1725 Highway 64 W, Murphy, NC | 828-360-1156
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