Is your staircase worn out or in need of a refresh? It’s tempting to simply paint it. After all, it’s an affordable option that looks great at first. However, the novelty wears off quickly, and then you’ll have to start all over again. Find out here why it’s better not to paint your staircase and which more durable and attractive alternative you should choose instead!
Your stairs get a lot of wear and tear every day. Even the highest-quality paint can’t withstand that. The result is that the paint starts to flake off, revealing the old colour of the stairs underneath. This means you have to sand and repaint the stairs time and time again if you want to keep them looking good. It’s a shame, because in the end it still costs a fair bit of money and energy.
From children to adults and even pets; everyone goes up and down the stairs several times a day. This puts particular strain on the centre of your steps, as this is the most comfortable place to walk. The result: on a painted staircase, you’ll soon see a smooth, worn tread pattern forming in the middle. So even if the rest of the staircase remains in good condition, you’ll have to keep repainting it to ensure it looks like a single, cohesive whole.
Whether you give an old staircase a lick of paint or not, it will still creak. This is because paint offers virtually no sound-insulating benefits. A creaking staircase is usually caused by changes in humidity and temperature. This causes gaps to form in the staircase, leading to different parts rubbing against each other or the steps sagging.
It’s better to sort these issues out once and for all. Why not opt for a staircase renovation using stair tread covers? Stair tread covers protect your existing stairs, reduce creaking and are scratch- and wear-resistant. This ensures your stairs will look as good as new for years to come. Thanks to our extensive range, there’s always a colour or design to suit your interior style.
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