Furthermore, unlike WRX Trade Satinwood, which doesn’t need an undercoat, I always find that I get my best results with Aqua Guard when used in conjunction with the Aqua undercoat. Of course, purchasing the undercoat paint is only going to increase the cost of the job which is why I’ve put this paint in the medium budget range.

A durable stair paint will be resistant to scratches and scuffs, flexible enough to deal with the movement of your wooden stairs and won’t wear down after excessive foot traffic. There are a few other paints on this list that could ALMOST cope with the same amount of rigorous scratching but for me, Bedec MSP is simply the most durable.

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In terms of scuff and scratch resistance, it definitely out-competes WRX as it’s able to withstand a lot more wear and tear. But compared to Bedec and Bradite, it doesn’t quite measure up. For example, when I conducted a scratch test with my fingernail, Aqua Guard was fine. When I used door keys, it still held up. But when I used a sharper screwdriver it came off after a few seconds of scratching. The Bedec and Bradite on the other hand were immovable.

During a scratch test that I performed on Bedec MSP, I had to really force a sharp screwdriver with a lot of pressure to finally get it to come away from the substrate. And because of this, I’m certain it can deal with heavy foot traffic for years before you need to recoat it. Feel free to be bold but neutral colours are usually the most complimentary colours to overall decor themes. Best Paint for Stairs 1. Bedec MSP: Best Paint for Stairs Overall Of course, that’s not to say it won’t be highly durable because it will be – it just won’t last as long as the top 2 paints on this list. This low-odour paint is suitable for use on exterior concrete so you can imagine how durable it is for interior stairs! Overall, my number one recommendation.In terms of colours, Chanting Lace is the whitest mix they’ve got available and looks beautiful – I would thoroughly recommend it. Our easy to install, elegant and stylish handrail kits enable you to create your dream design aesthetic without hassle or expense.

Typically, for a project such as painting stairs, I wouldn’t recommend budget options. With that being said, WRX Trade’s Satinwood is about as good as you can get without having to stretch your purse strings too much.

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Stairs are one of the highest-traffic areas of any home therefore durability is perhaps the most important thing you should be looking at when buying stair paint. A modern take on a design classic. Our brass takes on a satin finish rather than a traditional shine. It’s that rare cover version that we think is actually better than the original. Works with sleek modern and quaint classic interiors to create luxury accents and elevate the ordinary. Available in 7 luxury STILEY colour finishes to make a feature out of the functional ensuring consistency for interior furniture. I’ve been using Bedec MSP for 7 or 8 years now and can say that I’ve barely, if ever, had a problem with it. Whilst all the paints on this list are very high quality, Bedec MSP is my number one recommendation because it’s just so reliable and versatile. As it is touch dry within 30 minutes and re-coatable after 1 hour, it’s a convenient choice for many homeowners as you should be able to use the stairs on the same day that you paint them without having to worry about the paint lifting away from the surface. With that being said, I would advise giving it at least 16 hours before using the stairs just in case.