Improve traction and emergency step-edge visibility on carpeted stairs with Ecoglo® photoluminescent carpet stair nosings. The C4-E20 combines protected luminous strips with a hard-wearing silicon-carbide non-slip insert in a carpet-specific aluminum profile.
Designed specifically for carpeted stairways, these luminous carpet stair nosings define and protect the leading edge of the stair while providing dependable anti-slip carpet stair safety during everyday use. When normal lighting is reduced or lost, the charged photoluminescent components continue to provide visible egress guidance.
Ecoglo®'s broader carpet step-edge family includes C4-E20, C5-E20, RC4-E30/E40 and RC5-E30/E40 profiles. The current ComposiGrip collection features the C4-E20 2.7-inch carpet stair nosing with multiple insert colors and clear or black-anodized finishes.
Ecoglo® developed its photoluminescent carpet stair nosings for stairways where carpet requires a purpose-built stair-edge profile. Manufacturer information emphasizes clear step-edge visibility, durable abrasion resistance, fast-charging photoluminescent technology and a non-slip surface that remains useful under heavy foot traffic.
The C4-E20 profile measures approximately 2.7 inches wide by 1.3 inches high and incorporates three protected photoluminescent strips plus an integrally bonded silicon-carbide non-slip insert. The carpet-specific aluminum shape covers the front stair edge and creates a clearly defined transition between the carpeted tread and riser.
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Choose the C4-E20 insert color and aluminum finish according to the surrounding carpet, required daytime contrast and architectural appearance. All options below link to the same C4-E20 product page, where the available model and length can be selected.
Clear-anodized aluminum with a black silicon-carbide non-slip insert. The black insert provides durable traction and visible contrast; the adjacent protected strips provide the photoluminescent glow.
Shop C4171 Black Insert →
A neutral gray silicon-carbide insert provides slip-resistant traction with a more subdued architectural appearance while retaining the same protected photoluminescent step-edge marking.
Shop C4161 Gray Insert →
The yellow silicon-carbide insert provides high-visibility daytime contrast and durable traction. The yellow material itself does not glow; the adjacent photoluminescent strips do.
Shop C4151 Yellow Insert →C4171, C4161 and C4151 use a clear-anodized aluminum profile with black, gray or yellow non-slip inserts.
C4271, C4261 and C4251 use a black-anodized aluminum profile paired with black, gray or yellow non-slip inserts.
The C4-E20 carpet stair nosing is approximately 2.7 inches wide and 1.3 inches high, with a carpet-specific front-edge profile.
The current ComposiGrip listing offers 2 ft, 4 ft, 6 ft, 8 ft and 10 ft lengths, with custom-cut sizing also available.
Ecoglo®'s protected photoluminescent strips absorb energy from suitable ambient lighting. When illumination falls, they remain visible without batteries, electrical wiring or an emergency power connection at the stair nosing.
The aluminum profile and contrasting non-slip insert create a clearly defined leading edge while adding durable traction to heavily used carpeted stairs.
When normal lighting is reduced or lost, the charged luminous strips continue to identify successive stair edges along the egress route.
The right-angled aluminum profile is designed around the leading edge of a carpeted stair rather than adapting a generic flat nosing.
Hard-wearing silicon-carbide non-slip material is integrally bonded to the aluminum substrate for durable traction.
Raised ridges help protect the photoluminescent material from abrasive wear while still allowing the surface to be cleaned.
Anodized aluminum, protected luminous components and bonded non-slip material are engineered for demanding commercial and public stairways.
Carpeted emergency egress stairways requiring visible step edges.
Guest stairs, emergency stairs and carpeted public circulation areas.
High-traffic carpeted stairs in educational and public facilities.
Institutional and public stairways requiring durable edge definition.
Commercial carpeted stairs, emergency exits and retrofit projects.
Carpeted stairs where low-light visibility and traction are important.
Shared carpeted stairways and common-area egress routes.
Government and institutional facilities with code-driven egress projects.
Ecoglo® manufacturer information states that carpet stair nosings can be installed using polyurethane adhesive and mechanical fasteners, or adhesive only where appropriate. The current C4-E20 product is supplied with pre-drilled countersunk holes and includes stainless-steel fasteners and concrete nylon anchors.
For carpet installations, the stair-edge profile should be coordinated with the carpet transition so the rigid nosing remains securely attached to the stair structure. Confirm the current manufacturer installation guide, substrate condition, project specification and Authority Having Jurisdiction requirements before installation.
A photoluminescent carpet stair nosing is a rigid stair-edge profile designed specifically for carpeted stairs. Ecoglo® C4-E20 combines protected luminous step-edge strips with a durable silicon-carbide non-slip insert in an aluminum profile that covers and defines the leading edge of the carpeted step.
Yes. Unlike a flat stair-nosing profile, C4-E20 has a carpet-specific right-angled aluminum shape that covers and protects the front edge of the stair while providing a durable transition at the carpeted step.
The C4-E20 profile is approximately 2.7 inches wide and 1.3 inches high. The current product page lists a non-slip insert approximately 1.5 inches wide and product weight of approximately 0.57 lb per linear foot.
The current ComposiGrip C4-E20 listing includes black, gray and yellow non-slip insert options with clear-anodized or black-anodized aluminum profiles. Models include C4171, C4161, C4151, C4271, C4261 and C4251.
No. The colored silicon-carbide insert provides traction and daytime step-edge contrast. The adjacent protected photoluminescent strips are the components that absorb ambient light and glow when the surrounding lighting level falls.
Yes. The C4-E20 uses an integrally bonded silicon-carbide non-slip insert, while the protected ridges around the luminous components also contribute to the stair-edge texture. The product is designed to combine egress visibility with durable anti-slip performance.
No. Ecoglo® photoluminescent material charges from suitable natural or artificial ambient light. The passive system does not require electrical wiring, batteries or ongoing electrical energy at the stair nosing.
The current ComposiGrip C4-E20 listing offers 2 ft, 4 ft, 6 ft, 8 ft and 10 ft lengths. Custom-cut lengths are also available with the product page indicating an approximate ±1/8-inch custom-cut tolerance.
Manufacturer and current product information specify polyurethane adhesive with mechanical fasteners, or adhesive only where appropriate. The current C4-E20 product is supplied with pre-drilled countersunk holes, stainless-steel fasteners and concrete nylon anchors.
The current C4-E20 information describes the product for indoor and outdoor applications and references UV stability, salt-spray resistance, freeze-thaw resistance and washability. Outdoor installation details should still be confirmed for the exact substrate, exposure and project.
Ecoglo® positions C4-E20 as a photoluminescent carpet stair nosing for luminous egress and step-edge marking applications. The current product information identifies the series as UL 1994 and ULC 572 Listed. Final applicability should be confirmed against the project's adopted code, specifications and Authority Having Jurisdiction.
C4-E20 is a purpose-built rigid aluminum stair-edge profile with protected photoluminescent components and a bonded non-slip insert. It also covers and defines the carpet transition at the leading edge. This construction is different from applying a flexible adhesive glow tape to the carpet or stair surface.
Choose C4-E20 luminous carpet stair nosing options with black, gray or yellow non-slip inserts and clear or black-anodized aluminum profiles for commercial, institutional and emergency egress stair projects.
