15 Bold Ways to Redo Your Outdated Staircase Without Remodeling
Paint the risers with bold chevron
This just takes paint, but it will stop guests at the door. Get tutorial here
Lay down a colorful runner
This is even more magnificent if you pair it will an loud accent wall like this! Get tutorial here
Choose a soothing grey palette
Here's a combo that will give your home a farmhouse feel. Get tutorial here
Stencil a set of plywood risers
If your hallway needs a pop of color, this will do it. Get tutorial here
Strip and stain your carpeted stairs
Rip away that old, ratty carpet and stain the steps underneath. Get tutorial here
Go French-chic with a striped border
This is so simple...and so chic! Get tutorial here
Give old stairs a facelift with a DIY runner
If you can't find a runner you like, put together your own with rugs and carpet tape. Get tutorial here
Paint your stairs to look like real wood
Going for the natural look? Instead of stripping the paint, fake the look. Get tutorial here
Cover risers in strips of wallpaper
This is perfect if you have leftover wallpaper scraps. Get tutorial here
Stencil a delicate pattern on blank risers
Make a cohesive design with a ton of color for a bright decor pop! Get tutorial here
Add a bit of glamour with metallic paint
This lighter look will add just the right amount of class to your boring stairway. Get tutorial here
Stick strips of fun fabric over the risers
The best part about this makeover? It's totally reversible and easy! Get tutorial here
Turn the stairs into paper bag floors
Makeover the treads of your staircase with paper bags, and update the risers with wallpaper. Get tutorial here
Use a mixture of salvaged & stained wood
Raid your scrap pile for some fun and colorful strips, then build this look. Get tutorial here
