I'm working on a project at home. Right now I have 20 year old carpeting on my stairs...but underneath is a pretty light wood. I want to take off the carpeting and stain them. What kind of seal do i put over the stain to protect them from the wear of people constantly walking on them?
2007-03-25 04:49:19 · 7 answers · asked by Asaka 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
So, obviously you know to sand the wood before staining and in between coats of stain (very light and fine). I would also recommend at least two coats of stain. Then you should use a polyurethane lacquer and apply at least three coats. Due to the high amount of traffic I would suggest installing a carpet runner up the stairs. It also helps prevent slips and falls on the smooth wood. If you leave it bare, you will probably need to refinish every 5 years or so...as long as nobody wears shoes on the stairs!!
2007-03-25 05:06:11 · answer #1 · answered by Redawg J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look for the stain called Minwax. It is one of the best on the market. When you are finished staining, then seal the stairs with a good clear high gloss polyurathane for protection.
2007-03-25 12:19:48 · answer #2 · answered by cardgirl2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
watco is a staining oil that requires no laquers .you can rewipe more on to refresh the finish any time in the future without hours of stripping and sanding.
2007-03-25 05:10:06 · answer #3 · answered by jay p 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get stain and finish in one. The trick is to put on paper thin coats. Make sure you let it dry ALL THE WAY in between coats.
2007-03-25 04:58:24 · answer #4 · answered by thirsty mind 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Two or three layers of polyurethane.
2007-03-25 04:52:10 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
*** stains of course
go to friggin home depot
2007-03-25 04:52:01 · answer #6 · answered by Brandon W 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
polyurethane
2007-03-25 04:51:17 · answer #7 · answered by J mom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋