Update stairs with gel stain it s a no brainer really.
Best stain for interior stairs.
10 best interior wood stains reviews buyer s guide.
Black gloss oil based interior stain and polyurethane model 349570 13 98 13 98.
General finishes oil.
As you know we recently updated the flooring in our entire first floor living area.
If your wood is naturally a darker shade choose a dark stain to emphasize the natural grain.
Gel stains are in between a traditional stain and paint.
Gels let some of the wood s unique markings and texture shine through while giving the wood a crisp consistent finish.
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This stain can even be used on non wooden surfaces including metal veneer and fiberglass.
Like oil based stains gel stains clean up with mineral spirits.
Minwax penetrating wood finish great option for hardwood floors.
General finishes oil based gel stain best interior wood stain.
If you are choosing to paint your risers and stain your treads risers almost always look best painted white no matter the color of stain dark stains are better for hiding imperfections on these heavy traffic areas.
The general finishes oil based gel stain is the number one product on our list.
Minwax s wood finish penetrating interior wood stain is made specifically for interior surfaces with a non drip formula that s especially handy for staining vertical surfaces.
So simple so quick and not much prep to speak of.
If you plan to use standard latex paint however top it with a few coats of water based polyurethane to increase its durability.
Oak gloss oil based interior stain and polyurethane model 339602 13 98 13 98.