How we painted our stairs to look like wood and saved thousands of dollars. Looks intimidating but is actually really easy!
If I told you, you could makeover your staircase in less than 8 days and for $190, would you try it? Today I'm partnering with DAP® Canada to show you how to paint stairs and save thousands of dollars!
Black and white paint completely transforms an old staircase! See these step by step instructions on how to paint stairs for details.
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Tomorrow this angel turns two. It was just yesterday that I was throwing up in my hair and giving birth to her. But anyway, here I am and here she is, in all her toddling, babbling new-two-ness. Speaking of Livvy's birth, and of our first few days with her, there's a memory that returns to me: While we were in the hospital after her birth, no one brought or sent flowers. After we had Tessa, there were at least six vases to load into the car when we left the hospital. I remember worrying they'd tip over on that first already-precarious ride home with my new baby. Of course, I worried about everything then. After we got home with Livvy, I confided in my mom that the fact of it--petty or not--made me sad. The second-baby effect, I guessed. Mom was over with roses before I could think another thought about it. There are pictures of three-day-old Livvy laid across our kitchen island with a swarm of roses behind her. To me, those photos are emblematic of how those of us who love her have always endeavored to make her understand how loved and how worthy she is. A few words about Livvy: Don't leave her alone with a chapstick. She will eat it. She has started throwing tantrums. About ridiculous things only. She goes to a Mother's Day Out program four days a week--the same one Tessa goes to. Tessa will be in kindergarten next year so I relish their short-lived togetherness, my knowing that they are safe in one place. She has started speaking in short sentences, stringing new words together every day. Words that reveal her personality in the most exciting way. (Spoiler alert for the big reveal of her personality .... She's the absolute best.) But she still talks in full-on "baby talk," which I would prefer her never to outgrow. For Livvy, there is no such thing as the letter "L." Ask her her name: She is "Ivvy," and she "uffs" you. Ask her how old she'll be on her birthday, she'll tell you "two" but hold up four fingers. Her hair is now long enough for stubby powder-puff pigtails, which she wears so well. See photos throughout this post. I still carry her around on my hip as much as I can, even though my arms ache sometimes. I love the feel of her weight and her warmth and the way her head tucks toward me to rest against my shoulder blade. I love the velvet of her forehead on my cheek. Even though this post is fragmented because it's at the end of my work day and it's her birthday tomorrow and Thanksgiving the day after that, the most important thing to know about Livvy, if you've made it this far, is that she's a mesmerizing spirit with a sweetness and tenderness that runs deep. All babies are. This one speaks straight to my heart, and my heart is better for it. I will spend the rest of my life bringing Livvy flowers. Livvy Likes: Chapstick. Her sister/best friend Tessa. Babies. Oatmeal. Baths. Garlic knots (and all the marinara) at Five Points Pizza. Cupcakes, icing only. Baby bottles filled to the top with milk. Swigs of beer, all kinds. (If left alone with a bottle, I feel confident she'd pound it.) Books. Puzzles. Shaking her booty. Livvy Dislikes: The car wash. Electric hand-dryers. Thus, public bathrooms in general. Having her hair combed. Most Halloween costumes and decorations. The suggestion that she should start pottytraining. The suggestion that she is too old for a bottle. Anything to drink out of other than a bottle. What I Love About Livvy: The way her breath smells. The shape of her teeth. Ah, hell, let me just cut to the chase: Every single thing.
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Come see my Magnolia Green Painted Stairs! Learn how to paint your stairs (without losing your mind) with a step-by-step DIY staircase makeover tutorial.
Painting a staircase requires proper planning. Follow our steps on how to paint stairs, including steps, railings, and trim.
This is a guide to painting stairs in your home with tips on how to plan the project and steps to follow for a great finish using paints and stains. This information is provided by a professional painter.
AFFORDABLE DO IT YOURSELF HOME PROJECTS | CHALK/MINERAL PAINT DIY PROJECT | HOW TO PAINT STAIRS | DIY MAKEOVER | PAINTED STAIRS You know those areas of your house that make you go “Blech?” The dark and dated wood staircase in my daughter’s house was like a creaky pathway of gloom up to the second floor. Until last week
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Our back door entry and stairs going into our basement were pretty dingy and depressing. We had old paint, dark moldings, and paneling on t...
Sharing the best paint for stairs in a basement and all the tips you need to tackle this DIY project for professional lasting result
Tutorial on how to paint stairs. Full step by step directions for painting stairs along with before and after pictures of a grey & white staircase makeover.
I love my painted stairs and I must say I get a lot of questions whenever I post them on instagram. These painted steps have had many upgrades since we first bought the house 14 years ago
Trap verven zonder schuren, dan pakt de verf toch niet. Dan is het toch nooit duurzaam en loop je de verf er toch zo weer vanaf. Dat zijn vragen die bij ons echt dagelijks voorbij komen en ook terecht. Daarom willen wij ze graag inhoudelijk behandelen.
Staircase little greene, paint, oxford red
In deze blog lees je hoe je een trap matzwart schildert voor in een binnenhuis of een boot.
I almost called it after we were a third of the way done removing staples off the staircase! What a challenge (especially because they were like triple-stapled 😳)! After some yells, quitting sessions, and maybe even some threats towards them lol, they were finally ready for sanding and painting! 🙌 We were excited to be a little risky with our staircase makeover! The charcoal grey is a little bit of a statement, but one we definitely don't regret. :) Take this as your friendly reminder to get creative doing something you love! #lodge #makeover #reno #renovation #husband #wife #diy #paint #stairs #staples #carpet #project #staircase #hardwood #statement #oldhouse #home #rustic #couple #creative #beforeandafter
