Updating stairs on a 1930s semi d

Bradyle

Hi,
We purchased a pretty standard 1930 (actual build date 1927) semi detached house last year and I want to redo the stairs. They're very narrow and shallow and carpeted.
Ideally I want to rip up the carpet and paint it and get a carpet runner down the stairs.

I was just wondering if anyone has done anything similar and can tell me what to expect when the carpets removed, slightly worried about what I might find.

Thank you!!

Doozergirl

There's only one way to find out!  

Ours were fine until we moved in with a teenage boy who sounds like he's falling down them every time he comes down.  We had to replace four treads recently.  

grumbler

I hate carpets and in my house the stairs aren't carpeted. However, I want to carpet them because they are noisy and slippery. Dangerous if you like walking in socks.