Staircase & railing
painting.
Refresh railings, spindles, risers or stair details with a finish planned around how you use the staircase.
Request an estimateBring the staircase into the room’s colour plan.
Choose the stair details you want refreshed. We agree on the coating, access and drying plan before starting.
See the preparation and scope
We list the stair components you want finished and review the existing coating. Access, drying and the treatment of walking surfaces are agreed separately so the work fits the way your home is used.
Railings & spindles
Assess the existing finish and define the components and faces to be coated.
Risers & stringers
List the painted stair details and their meeting points with treads and walls.
Adjoining trim
Include agreed posts, mouldings and related trim so the finish is coordinated.
From first look to finished work.
A clear plan. A crew that takes care of the details. Tap a step to see more.
Share your plansSend photos or arrange a site visit.
Send a few photos of the full staircase, railings, spindles, risers and any walking surfaces you want changed. Tell us the result you want, or schedule a site visit so we can review the project with you.
Send photos or book a visit ↗Confirm the detailsYour colour, scope, access and date.
Review the quote with us and agree on the colour or finish, scope, access and planned date. We answer your questions before you approve the work.
Leave the work with usWe take care of the agreed work.
Our crew handles the agreed protection, preparation, finishing and cleanup. Your site lead or crew keeps you informed and discusses any unexpected work before changes are made.
Review the finished workA walkthrough and a little thank-you.
Review the result with your site lead or crew. We take care of the touch-ups needed to complete the agreed work, explain aftercare and thank you with a gift basket.
Your questions, answered.
Can dark railings and spindles be painted white?
Yes. Sound dark or stained wood can often be prepared and painted a lighter colour. The existing finish may require special primer and additional coats for coverage. We review the surface and include that preparation in the quote.
Can the handrail be a different colour from the spindles?
Yes. We can specify contrasting colours for the rail, spindles, posts, risers or surrounding trim. Each component is listed so the crew knows exactly where each finish belongs. Clear colour boundaries help the finished staircase feel intentional.
Are the steps themselves included?
Only if they are listed in the scope. Treads are walking surfaces and need a finish and access plan appropriate to that use. Painting railings and risers is different from refinishing the stair treads, so we discuss them separately before quoting.
Can we still use the stairs during the work?
Access needs to be planned, especially if the stairs are the only route between floors. We discuss the work sequence and periods when surfaces cannot be touched or walked on. We confirm a workable arrangement with you before starting rather than assuming unrestricted access.
Can painting fix loose railings or damaged steps?
No. Safety and structural repairs must be resolved before the finishing work. We identify visible issues and clarify which minor cosmetic preparation can be included. Loose rails, unstable treads or other significant defects need an appropriate repair arrangement.
When can we clean and handle the new finish normally?
We provide instructions for the coating used and the components painted. Handrails and treads receive more contact than decorative trim, so early use needs care while the finish hardens. We explain the relevant waiting periods before leaving the project.
Let’s take a look.
Send us a few photos. We’ll help you choose the right approach.
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