After taking up the carpet, I took out all the staples and nails and let it sit. about a year ago I sanded and puttied and let it sit. Wednesday I caulked around the walls and today I washed it all down with soap and water and painted!
I used 4 types of Annie Sloan Paint. Arles, Provence, Emperor's Silk and Old White for the risers.
The treads are a semi-custom blend. I pick out a color called Dark Chocolate, but it wasn't dark enough so they adjusted the color by 10% and then added an ounce of black.
I used an 2" angle brush and started with the risers.
I painted all the Old White first, then Emperor's Silk, Arles, and last Provence. I did it this way so I didn't have to wash out my brush each time I finished a step.
When they were completed I painted the tread. The brand is Royal and it is an enamel with a semi-gloss finish.
I think they turned out wonderful! I am so happy I completed this project!
I would love to know what you think!
Mel :D
