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Simple Steps to Painting Your Bannister and Stairs

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Want to make your stairs look fresh and beautiful again? Painting them is a fast and inexpensive way to refresh your home. Below is a straightforward step-by-step process of painting a banister and stairs . Step 1: Prepare the Area Take out any furniture, decorative items, or rugs around the stairway. If you have carpet/tack down runners, you will need to take those out too. Place newspaper or dust sheets on any surrounding surfaces to catch any paint that might drip on them. Use masking tape to protect edges. Step 2: Fix Any Nails or Holes Look around and check for nails or tacks that might be sticking out. If you find any, take your hammer and gently tap them in further into the wood. Fill holes with wood filler to get the surfaces smooth. Step 3: Sand the Surface You want to lightly sand the surface if the wood has varnish or paint, especially if it is glossy. Sanding will help the new paint adhere better.If the old paint is in bad shape, you can use paint remover instead. Step 4: ...

Easy Steps to Paint Wooden Doors for a Perfect Finish

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Painting the interior doors in your home is one of the most inexpensive and quickest ways to make your home feel and look fresh and new. Follow the following rules for painting an interior door if you're aiming for a smooth, professional finish. 1. Prepare Your Area You don't need to take the door off its hinges, just put a plastic sheet, or old newspaper, under the door to catch any paint drips. If the door has a doorknob, locks, or handles, take those off and put them in a safe place that won't get paint on them. 2. Sand the Door Use medium or fine sandpaper to create a completely smooth surface. You do not want to over-sand the surface so that it is shiny, some roughness will help paint stick better. 3. Use the Right Equipment ● Flat doors (not panels): Use a 4-inch (10cm) brush or a smaller roller. ● Panel doors: Use a smaller 2-inch (5cm) brush to paint around the detail. 4. Dampen the Door Use a damp rag or sponge to dampen the door. This will reduce the drying time...