Micostep stair treads are constructed in two layers (see the animation) consisting of an under and an upper layer, with the upper layer being the tread. The layers are made from different materials each having their own properties.

Under layer:
The under layer is made of a rigid synthetic material which supports the tread. This layer ensures that the stair tread does not curl up at the edges, as is normally the case with carpet stair treads. Another advantage of having a rigid lower layer is that it can be easily stuck down with double-sided tape.

Tread:
The tread consists of a textured, rubber-like material. The texture is similar to that of leather (see the illustration). This combination of the rubber-like material and ‘leathered’ texture, provides a stiff tread with excellent anti-slip qualities.