DIY $40 Staircase Makeover

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3 жыл бұрын

One woman with a vision, a saw, & some wood stain!
I decided to pull up my old carpet and didn’t know what to expect underneath but I had a vision and brought it to life for under $40.
All products bought from Home Depot
Wood Stain - $14.00
Shiplap - $16.00
Wood Filler - $9.98
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@davidg.9205 2 жыл бұрын

As a Do It Yourself male, you just proved that a woman can do the same job as a man without fancy tools, even better. RESPECT

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@Mikegee63 Жыл бұрын

Come on man!! Stop simping!!!

@davidg.9205 Жыл бұрын

@@Mikegee63 only an idiot would see it that way.

@lianapalumbo8457 2 жыл бұрын

This turned out beautifully 👍🏼 just one bit of advice, when removing carpet, especially old, please please wear a mask. The dust, bacteria, mites etc can be extremely harmful to your lungs xx

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that; I will definitely keep that in mind when starting my next project.

@lindajeanne8895 Жыл бұрын

This was awesome, you showed every step and didn't use a bunch of fancy tools that I don't have. What an inspiration, thank you. Your stairs look beautiful. Great job!!

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@suzannescottholmes9681 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for this. I appreciate a real example of what to expect from an older more used home. I have some nasty stairs that I recently inherited and when I watch videos everyone is working on clean newer stuff. Your video is much more relatable and I also appreciate your editing to cover more in less time.

@introducinglele1246 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! My goal was to show that the most inexperienced person is able to make the impossible possible. Thanks for your comment!

@simone7104 4 ай бұрын

You did an amazing job. My carpet looks just as bad. I’m working on ripping up my carpet and your video showed me an easy way, as well as affordable, how to get the job done. Looks great!

@introducinglele1246 3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@iowegian7496 Жыл бұрын

I'm so happy to see a Dyi that uses no fancy tools. This is exactly what I am looking to do!! Thanks for the video!

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@JC-lf8pr Жыл бұрын

Great video. I love the every other stair staining. That is a tip I will use for sure. The stairs look fantastic.

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!😊

@derrickpatrick1206 Жыл бұрын

You have done an excellent job with your level of skills and determination to upgrade your home. Keep up the good work, it'll just get even better overtime.

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@sureyyaaslanova9925 2 жыл бұрын

I can’t believe you did this on your own. Impressive to me. Turned out soo good 👍🏼

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 😊

@TheSeedsower107 2 жыл бұрын

You go girl ! It looks great ! Exactly what I plan to do to mine. I don't know why people think they need to replace the treads and risers automaticlly . if they look good , use em. Especially with wood prices as they are. Thanks for the ispiration !

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@coniccinoc 2 жыл бұрын

What an upgrade. Beautiful, well done.

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@dianaragalarza5403 Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for all the details. You did an awesome job. This video really helped.❤

@clairemonroe1818 2 жыл бұрын

it came out so good! looked like a fun project and I can't believe how affordable

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@darbiek9481 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for an actual on a budget diy!!

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊!

@birdqueenxx1532 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much you explained everything so clearly and not slow and the work under a great price!

@birdqueenxx1532 2 жыл бұрын

And such a cute dog!! Love it

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your comments. It is much appreciated 🥰

@karenkarocrueltyfreebuty5620 2 жыл бұрын

I love your idea about painting every other step! I would have started on the top and work my way down. This would have trapped my son upstairs with no bathroom and leave me downstairs sleeping on the couch lol.

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly! I had to think it through before I started.

@jessicasmith9460 Жыл бұрын

Wow! I am so impressed! What a fabulous job you did! You go girl!!

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@hremaddox Жыл бұрын

I'm so inspired. I have to do this in my home and you've made me trust that I can do it

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! You absolutely can do this on your own! Best wishes to you!

@ruthpauley6567 2 жыл бұрын

I admire you for your vision; I recently took up carpet in 2 rooms was more than I bargain for; now going to tackle my stairs and I have a feeling they will look the same as yours once the carpet is up but I did find that using needle nose plyers help to pull up all the nails and staples.

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment. I wish you all the best on your stair remodel. Needle nose pliers….I’m going to purchase some because I intend to pull up carpet in another room. Thank you 😊

@karthikeyanbalasubramaniam598 Жыл бұрын

Excellent Thoughts! Thanks!

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@ttysanonymous 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful staircase! And I love the finished look 👀

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@tyneciatywilliams5719 Жыл бұрын

Great job. I've pulled up the carpet on mine already, wood is in excellent condition, thank goodness! Just here looking around for last minute tips before I venture out. Thanks for sharing!!😊

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊! Best of luck on your project!

@tyneciatywilliams5719 Жыл бұрын

@@introducinglele1246 thank you!!!!!!

@Angela-cd9bj 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent DIY- Stairs look awesome you are hired ☺️🌸

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@acdcdiy8290 Жыл бұрын

It looks fantastic! Very good job!

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@sallydurisseau2254 2 жыл бұрын

Well done!!! Looks terrific!!

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@beckyboo1433 2 ай бұрын

Great idea to do every other stair so you can still get upstairs lol getting ready to do ours

@stephanieprobst6188 2 жыл бұрын

Great work! I love that you used the hand saw because I'm in the same boat. I don't have a fancy saw. Thanks for sharing

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your comment. 😁

@Homeschoolmomof8 Жыл бұрын

Very good, this gives me confidence that I can do my stairs now! Thank you!

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Best of luck on your stairs! You can do it!!!

@robertawills7219 2 жыл бұрын

This is good timing. Have a split level and did the first set of 3 stairs but so far have just been staring at it.

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment! Best of luck on your project!

@terrynorman1222 2 жыл бұрын

You did a great affordable diy to your stairs and they look so very nice🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽😊😊

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@denijnj 11 ай бұрын

Absolutely great. Gave me more inspiration to do the same on my stairs that are super ugly. Hope I can achieve a good result as you did. 👍🏻

@introducinglele1246 10 ай бұрын

I’m sure it will look great once you complete it.

@cherylborden2611 Жыл бұрын

Mine look just like this, I just pulled carpet off 5 stairs today 9 more to go. What a job 😮‍💨. Your before & after looks great 👍🏾

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊 Best of luck on your stair project!

@ebazileyes1475 2 жыл бұрын

Great job looks lovely

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 😀

@jesusapodaca8653 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. I got basement stairs and second floor stairs that need work. I’m totally gonna do this

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment. Best of luck on your project!

@trae74 2 жыл бұрын

Girl, let me tell you, you are so lucky that you didn't find an adhesive mess under that carpet. I pulled up mine, and it had funky old laminate under it, so I pulled it out too. Holy cow, what a mess! I've been scraping adhesive for 3 days now! What a pain! It had to go though because my husky, oddly enough loves to use it as her potty. I can't even begin to imagine how she positions herself to go on the dang stairs, but she surely does it. (Never get a husky) can't wait to move on to painting and staining. Great job btw. Looks fantastic. Exactly the look I'm going for.

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊 And best of luck to you on your DIY!

@cherylfernandez5463 2 жыл бұрын

This looks great!

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 😊

@nataliecopeland449 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous job on your stairs! Doing mine today and was looking for some direction on how to handle it, hope mine turn out as well as your did!

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊 Best of luck to you on your stairs!

@janicewallace9158 Жыл бұрын

I have been dying to do the same. GREAT JOB!

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

You should go for it! Thank you so much 😊

@randomreviewsAR 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing job!! 👏🏿🥳

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@mariaynebrodnicki4767 Жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@rdsingh122 7 ай бұрын

Excellent work! I'm doing the exact same thing for 27 steps in our townhouse, its labourous! 😢😅

@introducinglele1246 6 ай бұрын

Indeed it is! I wish you all the best on your stairs!

@Angela-cd9bj 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent-You are hired ☺️

@MarkCartret 8 ай бұрын

Pretty.

@introducinglele1246 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@sarahenowreddope6854 2 жыл бұрын

You actually did a wonderful job.

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 😊

@janer1977 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!! About to embark on my stairs. Not so terrified now:)

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊 Best of luck on your stair project.

@unclefester9113 2 жыл бұрын

You're right it was in bad shape. I am impressed with how well your work turned out. Good for you. It paid off. We had our carpets replaced. I was stunned at how much dirt makes its way all the way thru the carpet and just sits there under the plywood. Yuuckkk

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@pamperez4638 Жыл бұрын

You are a brave girl. I wont touch mine without gloves. Yhank you for the motivation. Mine is ugly too. Beautiful job.

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@livingcreatively1 2 жыл бұрын

Great job. I'm not a fan of red tone stains but purple? Mmmm loving that colour. I've never heard of black cherry stain but I'll be looking for it now.

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment. To be honest I’m not a fan of dark wood either but since it’s a high traffic area it was perfect and it turned out better than I had envision.

@peggythomsen9381 2 жыл бұрын

That is quite impressive. Good for you.

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@LauryDepp 11 ай бұрын

Amazing it looks really good.

@introducinglele1246 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@sweetmeme101 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome work it going to give it a shot Love to see it

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊 Best of luck on your project

@jeep92sable15 2 жыл бұрын

Totally impressed, I need to do the same

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@tammylachance1109 2 жыл бұрын

I love this video...thanks so much

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words! 😊

@lavida220 Жыл бұрын

Lot of dirt underneath the carpet 😂 You did great!

@introducinglele1246 10 ай бұрын

Yes it was! Thank you!

@cece8009 Жыл бұрын

Good job! You inspired me to redo mine. Thank you.

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@selima6733 2 жыл бұрын

Great job!

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@octaviawalker823 Жыл бұрын

Honey...you are the bomb, great job! You did extremely well. Turned out really nice.

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@10KidsandAGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Your stairs look beautiful

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@SewWhittle 2 жыл бұрын

🤮😬😱 …… 🥰😌. I find when applying any type of stain, a sponge brush works best. Good job!

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Awesome advice. I will definitely keep that in mind on my next staining project.

@shaunburger5451 2 жыл бұрын

You go girl 😃

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 😀

@rustikwoodz7865 2 жыл бұрын

You are amazing!

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@ethelnicholson6315 2 жыл бұрын

Great job ! How long did it take you to complete the stairs? Can I buy all I need from home Depot ?

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It took me around 4 days. Day 1 I pulled carpet,padding, & staples. Day 2 I sanded, added the riser & landing. Day 3 I painted and Day 4 I did the second coat. And yes, you are able to purchase everything from Home Depot.

@juliel962 2 жыл бұрын

Looks amazing!! Do you find that the new stairs are slippery for your pug?

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! No not at all. I have two dogs now a Pug & Pekingese and they both run up and down the stairs with no issues.

@luvbuggies 2 жыл бұрын

I was wondering about the pup too. 🐕💕 We have 2 seniour dogs, a black Pug & a Beagle/Pug cross, & I want to do our staircase too, but we'll need a carpet runner on ours (as well for our 2 Siamese cats). Unfortunately, our treads are particle board underneath the carpet, with wood risers (wish it were the opposite! 😖).. so we will have to figure out if we can do the treads on ours without replacing them, as that would require replacing the entire railing & I do NOT want to do that! 😔). Great job on yours! 🤗

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

@@luvbuggies My pug is a senior as well. He has long nails because he doesn’t let the groomer clip them but he still has no problem with slipping down the stairs.

@cherylfernandez5463 2 жыл бұрын

Did you use glue for the shiplap? Did you use glue and nails for the for the landing and the risers too? I'm inspired to do my stairs now. I just pulled up the carpet.

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

I just used finishing nails for both the ship lap and the riser so I wouldn’t split the wood.

@cherylfernandez5463 2 жыл бұрын

@@introducinglele1246 ok thank you!

@LinzseyslilPad 2 жыл бұрын

Inexpensive mdf panels make smooth risers

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you I wish I would of looked into that before I started this project.

@chimie8275 3 ай бұрын

Great video! Do you think this paint would work on stairs that have old stain on them? Would they need to be sanded first?

@introducinglele1246 3 ай бұрын

Thank you. I think it seriously would be best if you sanded the stairs first. Even if you are using the same existing colored stain it’s always best to start with a fresh slate and build from there.

@chimie8275 3 ай бұрын

@@introducinglele1246 Makes sense and thanks for replying back so quickly!

@Chris1970UK 2 жыл бұрын

Great job

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@madirobinson3156 2 жыл бұрын

How long did that project take you to complete it you did an awesome job

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊 It took me 3 days to complete.

@Rogue027 2 жыл бұрын

How long did removing the carpet take you?

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Taking up the carpet took about 15 minutes, removing the padding about 20 minutes, and removing all the staples and nails 2 hours.

@1KingD 2 жыл бұрын

What kind of paint did you use on the riser, semi-gloss?

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

It’s DutchBoy Pure White Satin. Then I painted polyurethane afterwards. The Satin has a little gloss but not much.

@MHS_ART 2 жыл бұрын

Hey you did a Amazon job! How many coats do You add for the stain? Thank you

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

I only did 2 coats of stain and went over it with polyurethane.

@sillydreamz89 10 ай бұрын

THIS WAS THE KIND OF VIDEO I WAS LOOKING FOR!!! THANK YOU!!!!! You did a terrific job! Loved the end results! ❤️❤️❤️ I do have a few questions, how long did it take for each coat to dry? And are the steps slippery once stain dried? (When wearing socks etc)

@introducinglele1246 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for your comment! To answer your questions for good measure I allowed it to dry for 24 hours but it’s seemed like it was dry after 6 hours. No, the stairs are not slippery but what was not shown in the video is that I coated it with polyurethane so I won’t need to do touch ups as often.

@abdulsatar3792 5 ай бұрын

Good❤

@introducinglele1246 3 ай бұрын

😊

@michellejones9559 2 жыл бұрын

Are your beautiful stairs slippery? I too took off my nasty carpet and now am staining the treads. I just don’t know how to keep them from being too smooth or slippery.

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

No they are not slippery at all. I actually painted on a coat of polyurethane after the stain and it’s not tacky or slippery at all.

@michellejones9559 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for answering my question. That helps a lot.

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Glad that I could help. I have served my purpose. 😇

@delboylegend2085 Жыл бұрын

That landing edge looked a bit rough

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment. The was rough that’s exactly why I used sand paper to smooth it out.

@Kpopfanatic05 2 жыл бұрын

How did you do the top step where carpet was met.

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

I nailed down a transition strip.

@bonniedolata6342 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I don't want to spend a lot of money and I believe I can do this myself. However, what is that energetic song in the background? I need to play that to give me energy to stain! Thanks in advance.

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment! I wish you the best of luck on your project. You definitely can do this on your own. As far as the music I downloaded it from KZfaq; I dont remember the artist or title.

@arleneaugustahair8393 2 жыл бұрын

I want to do this so badly in my house but I need my husband to go away for a month. 😩😩😩

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

I do understand. Between my hubby and the dog it was definitely challenging.

@hustlehard4063 3 ай бұрын

How was the smell as it dried

@introducinglele1246 3 ай бұрын

The smell isn’t too bad but I did use industrial floor fans and opened the windows to air it out.

@anrivera1975 Жыл бұрын

I believe the riser you installed in the landing is now higher than 7 3/4 inches, so is not in compliance with the code. Can you confirm?

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

In compliance with what code?

@roverboy4244 2 жыл бұрын

I'm moving in to a house where the staircase looks awful. Thanks for the tips.

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your move! Glad that I could help.

@robertawills7219 2 жыл бұрын

I think maybe mine are too rough. May try it anyway

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

I’m sure you can make it work. Just take it one step at a time. A little sanding and buffing goes a long way.

@Minkagurl Жыл бұрын

I've finally found a video that doesn't show you to remove risers and treads with new ones. I don't understand why the extra time and cost if they are fine to begin with? 🤔

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

I agree! That’s way too much work to remove and replace risers and treads…just use what you have!

@thesoundofeverything8023 Жыл бұрын

Wood is so expensive i. Orange county…

@rockafellagurung2541 2 жыл бұрын

Always wear gloves and mask 😊😊😊

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you I will keep that in mind for future reference. 😊

@rodneyvelez9385 2 жыл бұрын

We're the steps squeaky

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

No not at all.

@thomasflynn6307 Жыл бұрын

$40 my ass atleast $1000 of ur own labor I’ve done this and it sucks however you did a great job

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊. I was only referring to the cost of materials. My time is priceless but the gratification I get everyday when I can say I did that with my own two hands; it was well worth my time.

@byronanderson2038 2 жыл бұрын

You should been got rid of that nasty carlet

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment.

@LauryDepp 11 ай бұрын

Hahaha. " hoping for the best " here there is no best under carpet ever ! Lol. So sorry

@introducinglele1246 10 ай бұрын

Tell me about it

@NMETSGChan 2 жыл бұрын

Holy shit! Sorry but I would call that a massacre!

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry you feel that way. I hope you’re able to find another video on KZfaq that is able to brighten your Spirits since this one couldn’t.

@NMETSGChan 2 жыл бұрын

@@introducinglele1246 If you are happy with your result, my opinion doesn’t matter.

@candacelittle1807 Жыл бұрын

Watched this video because your stairs looked like mine.. carpet was not doing it no amount if cleaning was working

@introducinglele1246 Жыл бұрын

I totally understand the frustration when trying to keep carpet stairs clean!

@cruzn4ever169 2 жыл бұрын

You really need to do research on HOW to apply stain, you applied it incorrectly. Where is the polyurethane ????

@introducinglele1246 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment. However, I think it all boils down to “means & methods.” While it was not shown in this video I did apply polyurethane to the stairs afterwards.