Repeat Stenciling for Subsequent Risers

What happens in this clip

After completing the first stenciled section, carefully remove the painter's tape and lift the stencil. If necessary to fit the width or height of a particular riser, you can cut the stencil using scissors. To continue the pattern seamlessly on the next section or adjacent riser, utilize the built-in registration marks on the stencil for precise alignment. Secure the repositioned stencil with painter's tape, off-load excess paint from your stencil brush, and repeat the paint application process as described in the previous step. Continue these steps for each stair riser until all desired areas are stenciled.

Goal: Systematically apply the stencil design to all stair risers

What's used

Tools

• Painter's Tape ScotchBlue
• Scissors
• Craft knife
• Stencil Brush
• Stencil Royal Design Studio Stencils

Materials

• Acrylic Paint Behr

About the full video

This project provides a creative guide on how to update and personalize stair risers by applying a patterned stencil design. It involves carefully preparing the risers, positioning and securing a stencil, applying paint with a specific technique to prevent bleeding, and systematically repeating the process for each riser, using registration marks for seamless pattern continuation.

Step 2 of 6: Measure and Cut Wallpaper/Stencil Material

Measure the height and width of each stair riser. Add approximately 1-2 inches to each measurement for trimming. Transfer these dimensions to the back of the peel-and-stick wallpaper or to your stencil material, and cut precisely using a sharp utility knife or scissors.

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Other videos for this step

• Measure and Cut Wallpaper for Risers
• Measure Risers