How To Paint My Stairs White
All in all we couldnt be happier with the result and with how the staircase still looks a year later.
How to paint my stairs white. Wipe off any dust then start on your top coat. Rub the marked stair risers with the cleaner-moistened rag using gentle circular motions. However I would recommend sanding.
I cut the applicator on a angle to make it easier to use on my stairs. 3Lightly sand the surface with a fine grade sandpaper until all the glossy surface of the varnish has been removed from the. I used DAP in the tube.
We definitely have no regrets in choosing the stained and painted finish. Apply the Chalky Finish Floor Paint ensuring there are no drips. Then I chose to use Behr Paint in the color Ultra Pure White in a semi-gloss enamel to make cleaning easier.
In all honesty this might be one of the most dramatic makeovers weve done. However the product is paintable if you do need to do so in your own home. You can use a small foam roller for any larger flat surfaces.
Thanks for watching Coatings Corner my first series on how to complete a staircase from scratch. Apply 2 to 3 coats to completely cover the primer. Dont be tempted to apply thick coats of paint the coverage will last much longer if you paint a few thin coats rather than one thick coat.
1Thoroughly wash the surface with mineral spirits and a rag. Dampen another rag with water. Once I applied it to my gaps I then smoothed it out with my finger.