Then add a.
Making hardwood stairs safe.
Various types of grit added to paint will make wood steps slip resistant.
Short of carpeting the entire staircase there are ways to create a non slip surface and make the home safe for all.
Falling down stairs can lead to serious injury and slippery stairs pose a threat to anyone in your family.
These will help prevent slips and falls.
While carpet runners are a tripping hazard hardwood stairs make slipping a possibility.
To make hardwood stairs safer for seniors add non slip strips to the stairs.
Then immediately sprinkle a generous coating of rubber grit to the surface.
Wood can present dangerous conditions if treads are worn or over polished.
If a staircase allows for it on a landing or curve consider adding a bench to offer a safe place to take a rest.
Add a resting spot.
How to make your wooden stairs safer carpet.
Indoor stairs of wood or tile can be very slippery even in dry conditions.
Carpet can add traction to wooden treads.
You could either add a runner to cover all steps or add individual carpet treads to each step.
However there are some easy methods to make you wood stairs less slippery.
Hardwood tile concrete and stone can all be very.
How to fix a slippery staircase.
Allow it to dry.
Apply a fresh coat of paint to the steps.