Tips on Decorating Interior Stairways for the Holidays

Greenery? Stockings? Lights? Decorating interior stairway systems can take many forms.

Design Trend, Design IdeaIzza Wei-HaasNovember 19, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, stair decorating, diy, newel post

Creating an Attic Retreat

You won't find bulging boxes of old clothes or containers of Christmas decorations in Kate Pearce's attic.

Partner Project, One Room Challenge, RemodelIzza Wei-HaasNovember 3, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, railing, stainless steel cable, railing system, cable system, decorative staircase

Take A Mulligan

Last Saturday was "Take a Mulligan Day." As anyone even slightly familiar with golf knows, this term means you get a "do-over"

Project, Design Idea, RemodelIzza Wei-HaasOctober 20, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, stair system, dream stairway, stair

Add a Stairway Check to Your Autumn Projects Checklist

Rickety. Unsafe. Creaky. Sometimes these words are used to describe outdoor railing systems that have aged over time

Design Trend, ProjectIzza Wei-HaasOctober 7, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, outdoor railing, outdoor railing system, diy, handrail, stair designer

Different Name, Same Great Products & Service

Through the years, L.J. Smith Stair Systems has grown. A few years ago, L.J. Smith's parent holding company rebranded

L.J. Smith NewsIzza Wei-HaasOctober 5, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company

Upgrading Your Home's Style With a New DIY Rail System

Fall is the ideal time to consider an important home upgrade --- a new interior stair system.

Interview, Project, RemodelIzza Wei-HaasSeptember 22, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, ironpro system, stair systems, baluster, stair renovation, newel post, fasteners, iron baluster, wood baluster, kneewall, level kit

Lyrical Staircases

Over the years, a great many songs have been written about stairs.

Design IdeaIzza Wei-HaasAugust 25, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, dream staircase

Summer of Love

This year marks the 53rd anniversary of the Summer of Love. A social phenomenon that brought hippie behavior and trends

Design Trend, Design Idea, Product NewsIzza Wei-HaasAugust 13, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, stair designer

Martin Stairways Crafts 1,700 Stair Systems

Curved, straight, or twisted. If you have a stairway system and live in southern California, chances are very strong that

Project, TestimonialIzza Wei-HaasJuly 28, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, stair system, contemporary staircase, stainless steel tube, cable, stainless steel stair, curved stair

Home Upgrades That Make a Difference

Inside and out, the right home improvement projects can positively impact your home's value.

Project, RemodelIzza Wei-HaasJuly 20, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, diy, iron baluster, stair system

Made in the USA

Today is "Made in the USA Day"...a celebration all of our employees fully support.

L.J. Smith NewsIzza Wei-HaasJuly 3, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, stair system, l.j. smith stairs history, lj smith stair systems

DIY Stairway Upgrade Transforms Home Interiors

Influencer Denise Sabia loves home challenges. A house flipper and DIY expert, Sabia recently tackled changes in a

New Stainless Steel Railing System That Meets Hot Style Trend on the West Coast

If you're lucky enough to live on the West Coast, then this story --- and railing system --- is for you!

Design Trend, Product NewsIzza Wei-HaasJune 2, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, railing system, stair system, stainless steel tube, cube, cable, woodinox system, newel psot

Experience in Every Touch

From working on a custom staircase at the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, NJ to unique customer

L.J. Smith NewsIzza Wei-HaasMay 21, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, stair builder

Stairway Options 101

You're building a new home --- congratulations! Or, you're refurbishing a cherished, older home. Again, congratulations.

Design IdeaIzza Wei-HaasMay 5, 2020L.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

Earth Day is Every Day at L.J. Smith Stair Systems

Our employees at L.J. Smith Stair Systems manufacturing and distribution facilities know all about recycling. Our team

L.J. Smith NewsIzza Wei-HaasApril 21, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, employee apprication, l.j. smith employee, lj smith employee

DIY Staircase Transformation in One Afternoon

It doesn't get easier than this. Cut and hammer out an old wood baluster from your stairway system. Then replace it with

Project, RemodelIzza Wei-HaasApril 7, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, diy, staircase renovation, designer iron baluster, stair system, ironpro system, ironpro, ironpto level kit, handrail, baluster, pivot fastener, wood baluster. ironpro kit, kneewall

Step up to New Home Interior Accents

Want to feel good about yourself and your home? Then set your sights on interior home improvement projects.

Design Trend, RemodelIzza Wei-HaasMarch 24, 2020L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, wood stairs, wood baluster, iron baluster, handrail, new post, iron pro, iron pro pivoting fastener, ironpro kit

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