How to Protect Your Carpet Riser Leg

A stage riser has a series of platforms, each one higher than the one in front. A riser is commonly used by choral and other groups and allows all the participants to see and be seen. Some stage risers are carpeted, and others aren't. Because a stage riser usually isn't permanent, it's designed to be folded up and stored when it's not in use. The legs are generally folded under the riser. Over time, the legs can develop dents and scratches. To protect the legs, something soft, such as fabric, can be wrapped around them. Carpeting on the risers doesn't affect the way you protect the legs in any way.

Things You'll Need

• Measuring tape
• Felt
• Scissors
• Hook-and-loop fasteners
• Sewing machine
• Thread

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Measure the width and length of the riser’s legs. Cut strips of felt that are double the width of the legs and the same length.

   • 2

     Sew a hook-and-loop fastener to each felt strip, using a straight stitch. Sew the hook side of the fastener on one edge of the strip. Flip the strip over, and sew the loop side of the fastener on the opposite edge of the strip. When joined, the hook and loop fastener should make a cylinder of felt.

   • 3

     Wrap the felt strips around the carpet riser's legs, and use the fasteners to secure them.