How can I paint the stairs to the basement without them being slippery

She24740238
by She24740238
The stairs are plywood. The old Lino has already been pulled off but there is some old glue left on there.
  5 answers
  • Carole Triplett Brooks Carole Triplett Brooks on Jun 21, 2017

    check with local hardware store. They make a non-skid paint and there are also techniques to add sand to your paint.

  • Yim25099753 Yim25099753 on Jun 21, 2017

    Non- skid strips, also drawer liners cut to shape and clued

  • 2dogal 2dogal on Jun 21, 2017

    Sand down the glue so the treads are smooth. Then when you paint them, scatter a light layer of sand on the treads. It really works!

    There's also a textured paint I've seen at Home Depot that does the same thing.

  • Charli Charli on Jun 21, 2017

    You can get a paint additive from Rustoleum especially made for that purpose. It's available at most big box stores.


  • Lisa Knecht Lisa Knecht on Jun 21, 2017

    Lowes and Home Depot sell a paint with grit in it to prevent slippery conditions.