How do you paint porch railing spindles?

The most common coating used for spindles is acrylic paint, in which case a small airless sprayer would work great, but you need to be a little more careful with the masking to make sure the surrounding area is well protected from hovering over-spray.

Select a 4 in (10 cm) foam roller to apply the primer. Pour some of the primer into a paint tray, then push the roller through it. Coat the roller very lightly so that you don’t end up with drips or splatter. When done correctly, you can cover difficult spindles very quickly and still get a good finish.

Even if you have kids that like to grab onto the spindles you still don’t need to sand them in my opinion. So sand just the tops of the handrails, just enough to rough them up a bit and scratch the surface, don’t worry about sanding underneath and in between each spindle… again too much work.

Paint Stair Spindles We really like when clients want to give spindles a new look because this is one place where a new coat of paint can really pop. Paint the banister black and the spindles white for a truly classic look that never goes out of style.

Dip the sponge into the paint on one side as you will see in the video and apply to the piece you’re painting. For areas like spindles the sponge folds to wrap around each spindle coating it evenly with paint. Here’s my quick demo using this sponge.

How long does it take to paint stair spindles? In an article by In My Own Style, it took them approximately 8 hours spanned over 4 days. The spindles needed 3 coats in total (depending on colour, your spindles might need less).

The sock painting hack It basically involves putting on a plastic glove (you can get them from B&Q), and then wearing an old sock over it, and then using your hand as your ‘brush’. You dip your whole sock-wearing hand straight into a tin of paint and rub your hand up and down the area you’re painting.

1. Sand your stair spindles to dull the surface if they are shiny or coated with glossy paint or stain. …
2. Paint the spindles with dark base-coat paint. …
3. Shake the wrought iron paint well to distribute the iron filings throughout the can.

The Zibra Round Brush, is a 1” round bristle brush that was designed specifically for painting spindles, detailed moldings, trim, candlesticks, corbels, etc.. The gentle bristles form well to ornate surfaces while still providing maximum coverage.

1. Fold a sheet of 100-grit sandpaper three times. …
2. Revolve the spindle back and forth, twisting it while you encircle it with the sandpaper. …
3. Slide the cylinder of sandpaper down or up the spindle, overlapping the first area by 1 inch.

1. Remove all flaking or peeling paint, using a scraper. …
2. Rinse the vinyl siding, using a water hose. …
3. Use a small hand roller or a paintbrush to apply primer to all scraped areas.

The best overall deck paint is Behr Premium Advanced Deckover (view at Home Depot). It makes your wood splinter proof, is easy to clean, and comes in 50 colors. If you prefer a budget-friendly option, KILZ Interior/Exterior Patio Latex Floor Paint (view at Amazon) is long-lasting, mildew-resistant, and user friendly.

Stains are generally more durable than paint, and lighter tread paints may begin showing scuffs and marks before stains or darker paints. Painting over dated, stained wood on spindles, risers, and handrails is one of the most cost-effective ways of transforming your staircase or stairwell.

The key to adding color to the banister without going overboard is to start with a neutral spindle shade. Black, white and gray offer relief to the eye while grounding your choice of stand-out paint.

To keep the focus on the actual living space, the most common railing color is black with white accents. This color combination keeps the railing looking elegant without distracting from the overall project.

Pro tip: If your spindles are a different color from your banister, be sure to place masking tape at the bottom of the banister where it meets the top of the spindles so that it doesn’t accidentally get painted. Check out this drop cloth set on Amazon.

SASH brushes are designed to be used on all the trim areas of the house like doors, windows, door frames, skirting boards, gutters, etc. They have less filament or bristles than a wall brush and therefore don’t hold as much paint, allowing greater precision and control.

Painting your stairs with Chalk Paint is a good idea Fast forward a few weekends and I finally had time to paint the stair risers, baseboards, and bannister with two coats of Old White, to freshen everything up together. This was a quick and simple job and this update made everything look so fresh and clean.

Use a foam roller brush to paint the balusters, it’s the best way to get a smooth finish. But don’t touch the top or bottom of the baluster with the roller brush. Use another small foam brush to stipple the paint on and then smooth it out.

Cost to Paint Stair Spindles The average is between $4 and $12 per linear foot.

Dip your hand into the paint and apply it to all areas, making sure not to miss any of the nooks and crannies. After letting the paint dry for about six-eight hours, you’re ready for the second coat. You can also very gently sand the spindle again before applying the second coat for that super smooth finish.

Semi-gloss or satin paints are typically preferred for risers but can prove dangerous when used on the stair treads. Always opt for floor paints when you can, as they’re designed to be non-slip and more durable than other kinds of paints.

1. Sand the wood with 220-grit sandpaper to prepare the surface for primer. …
2. Apply a coat of alcohol-based primer to the wood with a paint brush. …
3. Shake your can of metallic spray paint thoroughly to mix the paint.

1. Step 1: Mix textured paint. Mix 1 part sand into 2 parts chalkboard paint. …
2. Step 2: Paint. Dip the paint brush into the textured chalkboard paint, get a thick coat on the brush and apply to your wood surface. …
3. Step 3: Spray and Dab. …
4. Step 4: Dry Brush.