This is what the landing looked like when I started. The biggest concern is the peeling paint because there are layers of lead paint in several areas of the house.
I carefully removed the peeling paint and wiped whole area wiped down. Even though these particular walls tested negative for lead, I will still coat them with as special primer that encapsulates lead paint as an extra precaution in what will be a high traffic area for our family. It will then be ready for a fresh coat of paint.
I can’t wait to make it more inviting– the cat scratches on the wood work and doors is a bit frightening. 
