This stair carpet runner is a twist pile that has been constructed with 2-ply yarn. A twist pile is the most commonly used style of carpet manufacturing. The carpet runner is a cut pile, this essentially means that each tuft stands individually and if one tuft was to come loose then it would not affect the tuft next to it. A cut pile is a very popular choice for pet owners, as the pet's claws can not catch the pile, unlike a loop pile which could potentially snag if a loop was caught by a claw. The pile of this carpet runner is quite close, this makes the carpet less prone to flattening or crushing. It has been classified as a heavy domestic product, which means that it is suitable for high-traffic areas in all domestic locations, especially the staircase. This stair carpet runner has a latex, gel backing. This means that this carpet runner is non-slip and will not move on hard floorings such as Wood, Vinyl, or Ceramic Tiles. It is also anti-slip on carpet but the effectiveness depends