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Not sure what you will need to prepare your stairwells to become StairWELLs? To properly prepare for your stairs to become a safe and inviting place to be, you'll need some basic supplies and equipment for renovation. The following are suggestions from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Basic Supplies and Equipment

Paint: Paint is one of the most inexpensive ways to make a large visual impact in your stairwells. The CDC used brightly colored paint to make the stairwell landing walls cheerful and inviting. The wall on each floor's landing was painted a different color. The stair railings were also painted a color that coordinated with the carpet. The floor numbers (1, 2, 3, 4 or 5) were painted (in the corresponding color) on the stairwell door for each floor.

Carpet: Installing carpet, if not already present, can make a huge difference in the visual appeal and comfort of your stairwell. You might find it is easier to pick a carpet color first, and then coordinate your paint choices to it.