Allow the paint to dry overnight before continuing.
What paint to use on stair risers.
Starting at the top stair apply a thin layer of your chosen white paint with a stiff natural bristle paintbrush.
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Learn how to prep and how not to prep stair risers for the most durable paint finish that will last.
Avoid this disaster when painting stair risers.
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.
If you are working with wood paint in the direction of the grain.
Durable slip resistant porch and floor paint is ideal for stairs.
In today s tutorial i am sharing how to paint trim stair risers and handrails with perfectly crisp lines every time.
Wait at least 24 hours after the final coat dries before removing the masking tape from the stair treads.
How to paint white stair risers.
If you are painting wood risers i would recommend an oil to latex conversion primer first and then you can use white latex paint to finish.
If you plan to use standard latex paint however top it with a few coats of water based polyurethane to increase its durability.
The paint that you select for this project should be determined from the type of materials that you are painting.
Use long strokes when painting.
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Comparatively oil based polyurethane is longer lasting but yellows with age takes longer to dry and typically contains more chemicals meaning more fumes.
Paint the risers with a paintbrush starting at the top or bottom of the staircase whichever is more convenient.
If the riser is mdf latex paint is fine.
Leave the tape on the walls.
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.
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.
Continue until all risers are painted.