Step-by-Step Tips for Selecting a Stairway System

Here's a bad joke: How do you create a stair system? The answer: One step at a time.

Design IdeaIzza Wei-HaasJanuary 14, 2021L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, stair system, stair anatomy, stair terms, post-to-post, handrail, new post, over-the-psot, handrail fittings, tread, kneewall, stair designer

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

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

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

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

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

Spring is a Great Time for Home Improvements

With winter behind us and spring is now in the air, it's time to take a good long look at your home and consider what upgrades can be made. Spring is an ideal time to think about home remodeling projects and make necessary changes to your home

Project, RemodelIzza Wei-HaasJune 7, 2018L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, post-to-post, hand rail, newel post, over-the-post, baluster, handrail, stainless steel tube, panel infills

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