The Definitive Stair Runner

"Welcome every guest with a ‘wow’ moment the second they step inside. Don’t worry if you feel a little smug...”
— Sophie CooneyFOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR

THE CRAFT

Handwoven on Heritage Looms

Every Sophie Cooney runner is handwoven on traditional wooden looms in the rug‑making heartlands of Turkey and India, where these techniques have been refined over generations. The result is a weave with real character: you can see the hand of the maker in every line of pattern, and feel the difference the moment you step onto the stairs.

CREATING YOUR PERFECT RUNNER

Our guided, collaborative creative process

Our Process

Select a material

We only weave with premium, natural fibers like pure wool and durable jute. Chosen for their softness underfoot and their ability to withstand the stampede of family life for years to come.

Explore Materials

Pick A Pattern

From bold geometric to quietly confident. Each one is handwoven to order, so whether you want a statement staircase or something that sits more quietly, there's a pattern that's exactly yours.

FInd Your Pattern

Refine the colours

This is where the magic happens. Select from our library of saturated, heritage-inspired yarns to build a colourway that perfectly matches your paint, your prints, and your personality.

Our Colours

Measure Your Stairs

No two staircases are the same. We guide you through measuring every tread and turn, or connect you with expert fitters, ensuring your runner fits your stairs like a made-to-measure suit.

Measuring Up

Made to order

Amulet Wool

Eye Clay

from £500/metre

Amulet Wool

Eye Yellow

from £500/metre

Amulet Wool

Eye Moss Green

from £500/metre

Amulet Wool

Eye Navy

from £500/metre

Amulet Wool

Via Red

from £500/metre

Amulet Wool

Via Moss Green

from £500/metre

HOW WE ENSURE QUALITY

Quality, A Step Above

Close up fibres of sophie cooney runners zurianna design in sunset wool SCR

Natural Fibres Only

We strictly use premium New Zealand wool and natural jute. No synthetics, no shortcuts. Just breathable, sustainable materials that are naturally stain-resistant and age beautifully.

Built for Busy Homes

Don’t let the beauty fool you—these runners are tough. Designed to withstand high traffic, muddy boots and paw prints, they are as practical as they are striking.

Timeless Design

We don’t do fast fashion. Our patterns are inspired by heritage motifs and reworked for the modern home, ensuring your staircase looks as relevant in ten years as it does today.

WHAT TO EXPECT

PRICING GUIDE

Curious what each material might cost? Think of this as a ballpark guide to our stair runner pricing by material. Final costs will always depend on your staircase dimensions, layout and any extra installation work, but the ranges below are a helpful starting point.

AMULET WOOL RUNNERS

Approx £3000+ per Standard Flight

Amulet Wool runners start from approximately £3,000 for a standard straight flight, woven in our most premium, beautifully soft yet hard‑wearing wool. This ballpark is based on a typical staircase; wider flights, extra landings, turns or more complex layouts will naturally sit higher, and your final quote will always reflect the exact measurements and details of your home.

RAW COTTON RUNNERS

Approx £1500+ per Standard Flight

For a standard straight staircase, giving you that relaxed, beautifully natural look at a more accessible price point than wool. This guide price is based on a typical flight; wider staircases, additional landings, winders or more intricate layouts will require more material, so your final quote may sit higher once your exact measurements are confirmed.

RUSTIC JUTE RUNNERS

Approx £1500+ per Standard Flight

For a standard straight staircase, delivering that distinctive natural texture and character at a more approachable price. This guide price assumes a typical flight; wider stairs, landings, winders or more complex layouts will use additional material and fitting time, so your exact quote will be tailored to your home’s measurements.

BESPOKE COLOURWAYS

£320 Bespoke Fee

Looking for something truly unique? Every Sophie Cooney runner is hand‑woven by skilled artisans using naturally dyed yarns. For an additional £320 bespoke fee, any of our Amulet Wool or Raw Cotton designs can be customised from this colour palette to create a runner that is completely your own.

"Our Sophie Cooney stair runner has made our hallway the most beautiful part of our house."
— Susie, Fulham

"The stair runner is so perfect on this staircase and for the owners. Honestly, I really couldn’t have chosen anything better. It is simply fabulous. I love so many of Sophie’s designs and really hope to work with you again too."
— Lally Walford Interiors, UK

"The install was easy and the final look is incredible. So many people are asking about the stair runners and where they're from, thank you!"
— Alison, London

"My stair runner is the centrepiece of my home, thank you so much"
— Sarah, Somerset

"Absolutely LOVING the stair runner."
— Client of Eddolls Carpets, UK

Hallway Rugs made bespoke by Sophie Cooney RUnners

Common Questions

Good to know

Will it fit my specific staircase?

Almost certainly. Our runners can be installed on straight runs, winders, and landings. We can guide you through measuring tricky turns, or connect you with a professional fitter who can handle complex shapes.

Is it easy to keep clean?

Yes. Wool is naturally stain-resistant and repels dirt. Regular vacuuming is usually all it takes, but for muddy households, flatweaves are tough enough to handle a professional clean if needed.

How long does weaving a bespoke heritage runner take?

Our lead times vary by weave. For raw cotton or jute expect approx 8-12 weeks, or for amulet wool expect approx 12-20 depending on the complexity of the design and the materials chosen. It’s a slow, careful process because each piece is woven by hand on traditional looms, specifically for your home. Think of it less like buying a product off a shelf and more like commissioning a piece of art—it takes a long time to create, but the result is something truly unique that you’ll enjoy for years.International orders may take slightly longer.

FAST TRACK YOUR STAIRCASE

Skip the loom, keep the look

Love the idea of a Sophie Cooney runner but don’t have the time (or energy) for the full bespoke process? Explore our edit of ready‑to‑ship designs—already woven, available in set lengths, and finished to the same exacting standards as our made‑to‑order pieces.