L.J. Smith Stair Systems Featured on Bargain Mansions TV Show

When it comes to home projects, very few people can beat Tamara Day and the know-how she's gained over the years. That's why millions of people are tuning in

L.J. Smith News, Project, TestimonialIzza Wei-HaasMay 1, 2019L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, diy network, hgtv, square bulstrade system, handrail, plowed handrail

Think Like a Child, Design Like An Adult

Creativity is an important part of the human spirit. Just talk with a four-year-old and ask him to describe the perfect treehouse or cars that zoom through the sky

Design Idea, Project, TestimonialIzza Wei-HaasApril 23, 2019L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, dream stairs, steel cable, cable system, stainless steel cable system

Decorate Your Home!

Happy National Decorating Month! Instead of worrying about paint swatches and tile samples, we invite you to think big in April

Design Idea, Product NewsIzza Wei-HaasApril 10, 2019L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, linear collection, contempoarary stairs, handrail, metal panel, system.

Choices, Choices!

Need inspiration? Looking for "just the right" stairway system? Our new "Inner Artistry" catalog and L.J. Smith website can provide both!

Design Idea, Design TrendIzza Wei-HaasMarch 26, 2019L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, stair designer, post-to-post, over-the-post

You Can Never Ask Too Many Questions

Go ahead --- ask us a question. After all, today is International Ask a Question Day!

ProjectIzza Wei-HaasMarch 14, 2019L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, over-the-post, post-to-post, newel, handrail, baluster, metal cable

We've Got Flat Shoes!

Looking for the perfect accent for a Contempo Flat Bar baluster? We're happy to now offer

Design Trend, Product NewsIzza Wei-HaasMarch 4, 2019L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, contempo flat bar baluster, flat shoes, square iron baluster, rectangle shoe, plain bar baluster

Fall in Love With a Romantic Staircase

Whether you're a fan of sweeping staircases on grandiose ocean cruise liners (think the beautiful staircase in the Titanic movie!) or the famous Scarlett and Rhett scene

Design Trend, Design IdeaIzza Wei-HaasFebruary 5, 2019L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, sprial stair, dream stairsm, straight staircase, circular staircase, handrail, iron baulster, curved stair, stair designer

Think Linear

Classy. Upscale. Intriguing. Those are just some of the words people use to describe our Linear Collection

Design Idea, Design Trend, Product NewsIzza Wei-HaasJanuary 15, 2019L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, linear collection, metal newel, cable, linear panel system, baluster, handrail, quare nosed tread, landing tread

International Creative Month

January. The month of fresh starts. A whole new year lies before us, with plenty of options for home improvements

Design IdeaIzza Wei-HaasJanuary 3, 2019L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, stair designer, post-to-post, over-the-post

Staircases That Sell Homes

If you're a builder, you know that creating the "wow factor" inside a home can start right in the entry foyer

Design Trend, TestimonialIzza Wei-HaasDecember 18, 2018L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, curved staircase, iron baluster, wooden newel, handrail, dream staircase

Need A Hand?

What's the most "touched" part of a stair system? Of course, it's the handrail. At L.J. Smith Stair Systems, we know how important it is

Design Idea, Product NewsIzza Wei-HaasDecember 5, 2018L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, handrail, wall rail, connect-a-kit, rail system

Trending: Mixing Metals and Woods

What's one of the hottest trends in stair system designs right now? It's definitely mixing metal balusters with wood handrails. "Right now it's all about metal,

Design Trend, RemodelIzza Wei-HaasNovember 20, 2018L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, wood baluster, iron baluster, metal baluster

Survey Says

Homeowners in the Northeast and Midwest have voiced their opinion on their specific desires for staircase systems

Design Trend, ProjectIzza Wei-HaasNovember 13, 2018L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, handrail, over-the-post, post-to-post, curved stair system, straight stair system, metail baluster, wood baluster

Going Up

While you may hear the term "going up" on an elevator, we invite you to think about the expression related to your own home

ProjectIzza Wei-HaasOctober 29, 2018L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, baluster, newel post

We've Got Curves

Whether you're trying to create a "statement stair system" that dominates a large entryway, or you've got the challenge of needing a functional spiral stair system

Design Idea, Design TrendIzza Wei-HaasSeptember 26, 2018L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, spiral staircase, statement stair system, dream stairs, bending handrail, curved stair systems, iron baluster, wood handrail, ribbon collection, hoop collection, finese collection, bending rail

Anatomy of a Staircase

Balusters. Newels. Risers. If you're considering a new stairway system, you may think you need to learn an entirely new language! Don't worry ... we're here to help.

Design Idea, Product NewsIzza Wei-HaasAugust 28, 2018L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, stair anatomy, post-to-post, over-the-post, stair system, stair terminology, post newel, stair designer, cable system, tube system, linear collection, linear metal panel system

Step up to a New Look in Your Home

If you own a multi-story home, chances are you're running up and down the stairs many times every day. Why not make that journey a more pleasurable one?

Design IdeaIzza Wei-HaasAugust 2, 2018L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, dream stair, cable, tube, panel system, iron baluster. wood baluster

New Metal Panel System From L.J. Smith Stair Systems

Searching for the newest look in modern stairway design? Look no further. L.J. Smith Stair Systems has introduced a Metal Panel System that boasts a "welded" look that complements most modern or urban decors

Design Idea, Product NewsIzza Wei-HaasJuly 13, 2018L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, metal panel system, linear collection, pre-assembled panels, rail, linear metal panels, handrail

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