Simple quick and beautiful results.
Best stain for hardwood stairs.
Dip the sponge in again and wipe another band of wet stain on the step overlapping the first band by 1 inch.
However softwoods should always be treated with a wood conditioner prior to staining.
Hardwood projects are more durable and don t require as much prep prior to staining.
The conditioner helps the staining process to go on smoothly and avoid any splotches.
The process of getting new hardwood stairs in your home should not be a very expensive one if you do it yourself.
Update stairs with gel stain so easy believe it perfect product for the average homeowner.
My stairs are a bit sticky and of course aged so they are worn.
You can start by purchasing new stair tread.
There are two types of stain bases.
Starting from one side wipe across the step to leave a wet band of stain on the step.
This is the answer i needed for my almost 100 year old house with hardwood stair treads.
Choosing a finish the simplest way to finish oak stair treads is with two coats of clear polyurethane which enhances both the grain and the natural reddish to goldish tinge of the wood.
How to stain hardwood stairs.