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WESSON WORKS LLC
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Serving Ellensburg, WA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Chandler is very professional and has expertly completed many projects on our house - including recently painting it. In every renovation heâ s done for us, heâ s taken the time to understand what we are looking for from form to function. He maintains transparent communication throughout projects and offers creative solutions when decisions are left to his discretion. Heâ s also clear on costs, accommodating a wide range of budgets. In every case, Chandler has followed through on quality finished products. His pricing is more than fair for the level of professionalism, flexibility, knowledge, and skill he possesses across a wide range of home improvement and remodeling categories. If youâ re looking for a reliable and quality contractor for your home or business, I proudly recommend Wesson Works! Heâ s our go-to guy and it seems like thereâ s nothing he canâ t fix or improve!"
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Ellensburg, WA

Hiring a pro to refinish wooden stairs means labor makes up 20% to 30% of your total budget. That price covers sanding, staining, and sealing each step. In most cases, a certified refinisher can tackle a 10-step staircase in about two hours, then apply stain and sealant for a durable, eye-catching finish that stands up to daily traffic.

A pro can sand a standard 10-step staircase in roughly two hours, then needs another four to six hours for each coat of stain and sealant to dry. DIYers should budget up to a week for sanding, staining, and sealing in stages. With a crew on site, the bulk of the work is completed in a single day, minimizing disruptions while still achieving a high-quality finish.

It’s possible to refinish stairs without full-scale sanding by using chemical strippers, power buffers, or simply layering a fresh finish over the existing coat. Chemical strippers break down old stains and sealants, while buffers quickly shave off surface material. Even so, a quick hand-sand with fine-grit paper helps the new finish bond properly and look smooth. As always, suit up in protective gear and follow product directions to keep your wood—and yourself—safe.

For most stair projects, you’ll want two sandpaper grits. Begin with 80- to 120-grit to strip the old finish and even out rough spots, then move to 150- to 220-grit for a smooth, ready-for-stain surface. A power sander speeds up the coarse pass, but switches to hand sanding with the fine grit in corners and along edges to keep abrasion even and give stain or sealer something to grab onto.

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