Sometimes, all it takes is seeing some beautiful inspiration to kick-start a large home improvement project. That is exactly what happened to homeowners Bob and Kathy Quarforth. Read all about their beautiful staircase transformation.
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When Annie Williams moved into her new home last year, she had their staircase refinished and re-stained to match her home’s design. Unfortunately in the process, the staircase was damaged and they ended up needing to replace many of the integral parts of the stair system including the handrails and balusters. Wantng to create a safe and quality staircase, Annie reached out to the team at L.J. Smith.
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If you know the Brownstone Boys, you know they have a reputation for renovating old homes in Brooklyn and turning them into beautiful modern spaces for the families that live there. Their Nostrand project was no different than this, but it held significant value due to the space being a generational home for the two sisters who live there. The space was unique in that it not only held amazing family stories, but the building used to serve as a storefront ranging from a laundromat to a doughnut shop.
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Creating a clean, on-trend look when replacing or installing balusters has become a priority for many designers and builders. L.J. Smith Stair Systems has listened to the needs of their customers and has made that goal even easier to attain by developing a brand new Concealed Iron Baluster Installation Kit.
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It is officially Summer which means it is patio season! We love the Summer months. Being able to spend time outside after the long winter months is amazing, and there is almost nothing better than being able to create a beautiful outdoor space that matches the aesthetic of your home. Better yet, to create an outdoor space that compliments the rest of your yard by offering an unimpeded veiw.
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L.J. Smith Stair Systems prides itself on offering a wide variety of styles and materials to choose from when selecting the perfect stair parts for your staircase. With so many options, it can be overwhelming to select the perfect design. This is especially true when it comes to one of our larger selections; Iron Balusters.
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L.J. Smith takes pride in being able to showcase beautiful staircases on our blog and social channels. While many of the staircases that we showcase are from partner projects, we would love to show off even more beautiful stair builds!
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Jennifer reached out to L.J. Smith last year after deciding to completely demolish her current stairway. After many planning discussions and a few design changes, her space is finally complete. Read below to learn more about her project.
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New product trends are always changing, and the stair industry is evolving with the ever-changing landscape of interior design. From regional trends to homeowner preferences to interior design influencers, we have seen many updates to traditional products and a mix of new innovative designs that still compliment the traditional design of a staircase.
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Earlier this year, Kate Rumson with the Real Houses of IG contacted Novo Building Products to assist in the building of her new home. This home has been in the works for the past two years and is on its way to being completed in the next few months. However, this isn’t just any ordinary home build. Kate decided to build this home with the help of her 2 million Instagram followers.
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Bringing old staircases to life is something that L.J. Smith Stair Systems prides itself on. We work to provide the best quality of products to give new life to your home. When Tina Bousu came across this statement, she knew she found the perfect solution for her outdated level run.
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Our Metal Panel System officially launched early last year, and since then it has taken to many interior designers who are transforming their homes. With the ease of installation and a simple modern look, it is no surprise that this product was a hit in 2021.
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From clean modern staircases featuring Iron Balusters to elegant classic staircases, 2021 hosted beautiful staircase designs. So with the New Year ringing in just a few weeks ago, what trends can we expect to see continuing into 2022, and what new looks will show up this year?
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We saw many great projects last year, but one renovation stands out to be one of the best flips we have ever seen.
Back in early 2021, the Brownstone Boys reached out to L.J. Smith to see if they could assist with their great undertaking of flipping an old home in Brooklyn. The old staircase was not only unfinished but extremely unsafe. L.J. Smith agreed to the challenge and worked with their team to get all of the necessary products shipped to New York.
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The staircase design by Plank and Pillow was a fan favorite last year and for obvious reason. This minimalist staircase design with White Oak Treads and Handrails paired with Iron Balusters was a very popular trend in 2021, and this design is not going anywhere anytime soon. Check out how Brooke and Henry created this beautiful staircase below!
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Sometimes, the simplest solutions can be the best solutions. That was the case for Cait Pappas with @nestoutwest. Cait has been a partner of L.J. Smith since 2017, and when she moved into her new home, she knew she needed L.J. Smith Stair Parts in her new space.
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Every year, Novo Building Products participates as a sponsor in the One Room Challenge. This event features 20 designers that take up the challenge of renovating or redesigning a room in their home over the course of 8 weeks. Each week, the audience receives an update on their social media about the progress of the room, along with the products they are using.
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2021 was a year of many changes and unexpected turns, but with it came an array of home trends and projects that have soared past many others we have seen. While we have loved each and every project from the past year, we can’t share them all, so below are our top 5 favorite projects from 2021.
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