In today s tutorial i am sharing how to paint trim stair risers and handrails with perfectly crisp lines every time.
Black painted stair risers.
Painting the stair with all black might fell so extreme but look closely there are some other colors there to balance the power of black color.
Lately darker colours even black are being used with some great results.
Your staircase should be more than an avenue for ascending or descending to different floors.
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From bold color combinations to eye catching patterns and techniques get ideas for painting the stair rails risers and more in your own home.
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.
Learn how to prep and how not to prep stair risers for the most durable paint finish that will last.
The look is almost dramatic so much so that the stairway itself becomes the focal point by just painting it.
You can find a lighter choice of neutral color that s there to accompany the black stairs and make it shine better.
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.
As these painted stairs prove steps can also serve as a major design moment.
This is one of those projects i ve set aside for longer than i should have.
Slippery stairs are a design and safety no no making slip resistant paint a good choice but color and stylish details matter too.
Painting stair risers in dark colour a lot of stairway trim and risers get painted in white or off white cloud white being the default choice.
We love how easily the chevron look blends with the neutral wood stair tread.
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.
These black and white chevron striped stairs from amber b design are one of a kind and simply beautiful.
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.
The large zigzag of numerous treads and risers impact the home s design so arm yourself with at least a few stair painting basics before you load your roller.