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Ok, since I've last posted, I replaced my sliding closet doors with curtains, and it has been working fabulously! Now, one of my new dilemas is what to do about my bannisters.
they are builder grade oak, and I want to paint them a rich espresso color. The bottom level is just a wide plank type hand rail. But the main level and top floor are planks with many spindles on each.
The thought of sanding/painting all sides on those spindles and behind them, etc makes me want to cry. Would It be easier to 1) hire a painter to do it. or:
2) just tear out the whole thing and replace with new?
3) take on the job myself and sand, paint, etc. (which, if you recall makes me want to cry!)
i Know I need to add pics!!! By planks, I mean that the bottom bannister is not a rail, but a long solid piece of wood, maybe about 8 inches wide and 1 1/2 inches think. and its attached to the wall by small blocks of wood.
The same type bannister is on the upper levels but have spindles attached, narrow square shaped, maybe 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 inches. attached to the planks with bolts.
i know i need to add pics!!! By planks, i mean that the bottom bannister is not a rail, but a long solid piece of wood, maybe about 8 inches wide and 1 1/2 inches think. And its attached to the wall by small blocks of wood.
The same type bannister is on the upper levels but have spindles attached, narrow square shaped, maybe 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 inches. Attached to the planks with bolts.
Replacing them is a waste of materials and resources. Don't do it.
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