Should I paint or stain the newel post on my steps?
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I know I'm 3 years late getting into this discussion, but I am looking for DIY ways others have done on the newel post. I have been in my 1940s house for over 40 years. The post was painted when I moved in. I've raised 4 kids in this house, and the newel post has been a constant maintenance problems. It doen't matter what kind of paint is used, oil and dirt from little and big hands deteriorates and softens the paint. I've repainted countless times! After looking at the result of this blog, I'm going to try to sand off the newel down to base and stain and seal the post so it matches my hardwood handrail (my spindles are white, they've survived). So for all of you who said paint it white... if you've got kids, and no live=in housekeeper to wipe the post down daily, avoid the paint. Thanks for keeping this blog available!
I'm 4 or 5 years late on my response. ( and could also use suggestions). We had stained rails and newell. Cleaned, oil based primer, latex semi-gloss white. Later, cleaning with soft cloth and light soap the paint gets SOFT AND RUBS OFF!. ( prep and painting guidance by paint store). So, later, anther paint store advises you can coat the latex with polyurethane which will harden the surface. It did help some but is now beginning again after 2 years. Is there any way to keep this from happening on areas that require frequent cleaning?. Thanks.
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