Staircase remodel help!
jill68kids
2 years ago
Which baluster design would you choose? I am trying to combine wood and cream in my house. On the stairs what would you paint and what would you leave stain on?
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littlebug zone 5 Missouri
2 years agoRelated Discussions
Stair remodel, help me!
Comments (3)Are you going to paint the rest of the trim and moulding? If you paint all of the darker trim (stair risers, stair stringers, doors, door casings, mouldings, etc) a semi-gloss white, and leave the stair treads and flooring the natural wood, that would look very bright and contemporary. That's basically what I did to my house. Just be sure of your decision before you do it -- it wouldn't be easily reversible!...See MoreRemodeling stairs... Help with handrail
Comments (0)So I did not have the foresight to sand or strip the right handrail before my carpenter finished our new stairs. What's the easiest and least messy way to prep the rail for painting? I know it's not recommended to paint over the varnish? Should I just use a primer like Kilz and call it a day? Thanks for helping me out!...See MoreStairs Remodel: boring Builder grade to Floating modern stairs
Comments (11)Sexy stairs! However, in addition to the hassle and costs outlined above, how would it fit with the style of the rest of your home which appears to be a more traditional colonial style? You could certainly modernize the look a bunch but you want your house to work with it. Show us the rest of the space and maybe you can get some ideas that could work....See MoreHelp picking stain for remodeled staircase
Comments (3)Your best bet is to match the stairs to the flooring on the lower level. That's what you'll see most often advocated for, especially by the knowledgeable people, here on Houzz. If you want a different color, the best option is to see samples on your stairs in your lighting....See More
jill68kids
2 years ago
kculbers
2 years agoI love the look of black balusters and stained wood. I had a new oak staircase installed a few years ago and chose stained wood with black balusters. You have a lovely home!!
4arnottp
2 years agoI need mine with wood banister and steps, black risers and black metal spindles. This was my Houzz inspiration photo. It looks great.
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