Allow the paint to dry overnight before continuing.
What paint to use on stair risers.
Comparatively oil based polyurethane is longer lasting but yellows with age takes longer to dry and typically contains more chemicals meaning more fumes.
After living with my all wood staircase for 9 years it was time to prep and paint the stained risers white for a whole new look.
Paint the risers with a paintbrush starting at the top or bottom of the staircase whichever is more convenient.
Learn how to prep and how not to prep stair risers for the most durable paint finish that will last.
Starting at the top stair apply a thin layer of your chosen white paint with a stiff natural bristle paintbrush.
Continue until all risers are painted.
You ll probably need at least two coats of paint.
How to paint white stair risers.
Leave the tape on the walls.
Oh and before we get into the pros and cons of painted stair treads if painting your stairs is a project you re seriously considering then you should grab a free copy of the printable stair.
Do not use a water based de glosser liquid sandpaper.
White risers can brighten a tight or poorly lit stairway and lend it a more spacious feel and can also accentuate darker stain on the steps or deeply colored.
If you plan to use standard latex paint however top it with a few coats of water based polyurethane to increase its durability.
If you are working with wood paint in the direction of the grain.
The paint that you select for this project should be determined from the type of materials that you are painting.
Now that it is done i couldn t be happier with the fresh crisp white paint and the new and improved look for the stair handrail.
Durable slip resistant porch and floor paint is ideal for stairs.
If the riser is mdf latex paint is fine.
Avoid this disaster when painting stair risers.
In today s tutorial i am sharing how to paint trim stair risers and handrails with perfectly crisp lines every time.
Congrats on the new house.
We ll share our experience with the durability of painted stairs treads and discuss the best type of paint to use for stair treads and stair risers.
This is one of those projects i ve set aside for longer than i should have.