Furthermore, unlike WRX Trade Satinwood, which doesn’t need an undercoat, I always find that I get my best results with Aqua Guard when used in conjunction with the Aqua undercoat. Of course, purchasing the undercoat paint is only going to increase the cost of the job which is why I’ve put this paint in the medium budget range. Available in 7 luxury STILEY colour finishes to make a feature out of the functional ensuring consistency for interior furniture. Feel free to be bold but neutral colours are usually the most complimentary colours to overall decor themes. Best Paint for Stairs 1. Bedec MSP: Best Paint for Stairs Overall During a scratch test that I performed on Bedec MSP, I had to really force a sharp screwdriver with a lot of pressure to finally get it to come away from the substrate. And because of this, I’m certain it can deal with heavy foot traffic for years before you need to recoat it.

A handrail is a horizontal bar or rail that is designed to be gripped with the hand for support. Handrails are often used to offer support and stability, and prevent injurious falls when ascending or descending a staircase. This is a no-brainer. Painting your stairs with slippery paint can result in serious injury or worse. Therefore, it’s imperative that you choose a paint that has great slip resistance. Further to this, I would always recommend using anti-slip tape or a stair runner for added safety.

Brass

When it comes to application, it’s got a very impressive 14m2/L of coverage and very good opacity considering that it’s a water-based paint and has a thin consistency. 2 coats will likely do the job. It’s got teeth, grips incredibly well and is resistant to scuffs and scratches. A great choice if you can afford it!

As it is touch dry within 30 minutes and re-coatable after 1 hour, it’s a convenient choice for many homeowners as you should be able to use the stairs on the same day that you paint them without having to worry about the paint lifting away from the surface. With that being said, I would advise giving it at least 16 hours before using the stairs just in case. When you factor in attributes such as being easy to clean, having a lovely flow when applying and its high opacity and coverage, it’s simply unbeatable. If you want high-quality stair paint that’s not going to break the bank, WRX Trade Satinwood is the paint for you.Our easy to install, elegant and stylish handrail kits enable you to create your dream design aesthetic without hassle or expense. Many other Stair Handrail Kits require you to drill into the actual rail itself during fitting. This is very difficult & can be hazardous with the drill bit liable to slip unless being performed by a competent DIY’er. All the fixings within our Stair Handrail Kit are produced to prevent any drilling of the rail to make fitting a lot easier & safer, saving time in the process. This low-odour paint is suitable for use on exterior concrete so you can imagine how durable it is for interior stairs! Overall, my number one recommendation. Stair railings must have a 'Power Grip,' where the fingers wrap around the circumference most of the way. A 'Power Grip' is five times stronger than the 'Pinch Grip' used on an ornamental guardrail, according to research. Consider how difficult it would be to operate a hammer with a handle designed like a fancy stair railing. Unparalleled Prices and Services Perhaps one of my favourite paints to apply, I’ve included Scuff-X in this list due to the fact that you’re almost guaranteed to get a professional-looking finish after application.

In terms of colours, Chanting Lace is the whitest mix they’ve got available and looks beautiful – I would thoroughly recommend it. Once fully cured, its paint film is flexible enough to deal with the natural movements of wooden stairs but where it really excels is its incredible resistance to scuffs and scratches which is perhaps the most common problem of less durable stair paints. A before and after of a staircase I painted using Bedec MSP. The difference is remarkable. Following on from WRX Trade Satinwood, I’ve gone with Johnstone’s Aqua Guard in the fifth and final spot on this list. Whilst the Aqua Guard is a tiny step up in quality, the price jump probably doesn’t warrant choosing it over WRX if you are working with a smaller budget. Stairs are one of the highest-traffic areas of any home therefore durability is perhaps the most important thing you should be looking at when buying stair paint.A modern take on a design classic. Our brass takes on a satin finish rather than a traditional shine. It’s that rare cover version that we think is actually better than the original. Works with sleek modern and quaint classic interiors to create luxury accents and elevate the ordinary. Bradite are known in the decorating trade for having some of the most durable and hard-wearing paints on the market. And Bradite Floor-It is no different. Highly resistant to wear and tear and covering as well as any paint on this list, many professional decorators opt for this gear when painting stairs. Warm, rich and inviting. Antique Copper is the go-to for those of you with an eye for the nostalgic. It’s grown up, but never stuffy. The type of colour that says “I know how to make an Old Fashioned” (don’t worry we won’t tell anyone if you don’t). The perfect partner for dark green and classic navy interior colour schemes. The one thing that really impresses me about this paint is how great it adheres to previously painted surfaces.

In terms of slip resistance, I would say that Bradite Floor-It ranks the highest out of all the paints on this list. It has fantastic adhesion and dries to a hard finish that provides plenty of grip when walking on it.Great for slip resistance, fast drying and holds up well to general wear and tear over the course of a few years. Of course, that’s not to say it won’t be highly durable because it will be – it just won’t last as long as the top 2 paints on this list. I’ve been using Bedec MSP for 7 or 8 years now and can say that I’ve barely, if ever, had a problem with it. Whilst all the paints on this list are very high quality, Bedec MSP is my number one recommendation because it’s just so reliable and versatile. I should mention that it is just a standard satinwood paint so it’s not going to win awards for its bomb-proof durability any time soon but it does dry to a solid finish that can withstand scratches and scuffs.