Brightening up a Dark Stairway

The stairs to master bedroom needed a major new look!

Very old stinky shag carpet led to the master bedroom and bathroom. It was finally time to give this area a make-over. First I pulled all the carpet and liner up.

I was surprised to find some nice wood under the carpet. It was in a little rough shape, but nothing needed replacing.

I gave them a little cleaning up, prepping for paint

I first primed the whole area, walls and steps

I used this special sand the paint store recommended for mixing into the paint so the stairs wouldn't be slippery. All the paint I used was stuff I had on hand..basic white first

so much brighter looking down and cleaner looking!

I used a light blue paint I had laying around for the risers and then I went to Dollarama and found these great decals with love quotes. Since they do lead to our bedroom, I thought it was a little romantic

I did have to use a sealer/modpodge glue to secure the stickers in place.

I love how they all came out!

the topmost step.... Now to find another room to tackle!

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