Pick a dry day that s above 10 °c.

Preparing doorsteps for painting

Give your steps a good brush to get rid of leaves, twigs and moss. Wash with warm, soapy water to ensure the surface is clean. Leave your steps to dry.

If your steps have been previously painted, use a wire brush to remove any loose or flaking paint and then wipe them down with white spirit.

Give the paint a really good stir to make sure the colour pigment is thoroughly mixed. Use a medium-sized brush and apply the first coat. Let it dry for four to six hours before applying the second coat. You ll only need two for diamond-hard protection and rich colour. Around four to six hours after applying the second coat, your steps will be ready to walk on. After 24 hours it will be completely dry and hard.

Simply clean your brushes in warm soapy water.

Your doorsteps will now be tough enough to stand up to all the comings and goings of your household.

To look after them, clear up any moss, leaves or twigs to avoid scratches and prevent your steps from getting slippery.