waxing stripped floor

[whoareya]

Hi all,

I have just sanded down my stairs to bare wood. Is it OK to wax them or does it need something more hardwearing such as floor varnish ?

Looking for a speedy answer as I would like to finish it soon.

Many Thanks

 

[WoodYouLike]

Are you sure you want a potential slippery surface?
Since the wood is bare why not use stair mats and wax the remaining part of the stairs where you don't walk on anyway. Safe and very pretty.

 

[whoareya]

Hi WoodYouLike.

Thanks for the speedy reply. I have decided, or rather the missus has decided, to clear satin varnish the stairs and landing. Previously it was a dark stain varnish or similar coating that I removed, in an effort to brighten up the decor.

If we foresee any problems with a slippery surface we will fit the half moon carpets as you suggested. I personally am in favour of them as they will be a lot quieter than they are at present.

Many Thanks