If you are like many of us at L.J. Smith, you like to take any chance you can to decorate your home for the holidays. With Valentine’s Day...

Design IdeaNovo Building ProductsFebruary 3, 2022LJ Stair Systems, Valentines Day, Holiday Decor, stair inspiratiomComment

Linear Metal Panel System Highlight of Home Renovation

“The horizontal metal panel system was a game-changer,” says Hanna, who resides in Auburn, Ala. “This stairway and the accompanying railing system...

Design Idea, Design Trend, ProjectKiannah VandenbergOctober 20, 2021L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, mixing woods, traditional stairs, traditional stair design, wood tread, handrail, horizontal rail panel, risers, tread, railingComment

New Life for Goss Opera House

When the curtain rose again at the historic Goss Opera House in 2020, the structure had been transformed. Thanks to a five-million-dollar renovation,...

Design Idea, Remodel, TestimonialIzza Wei-HaasSeptember 21, 2021Goss Opera House, Linear collection, cable rail system, tube rail system, wood stairs, iron stairway system, handrail, wood box newel, iron baulsters, metal balusters, building products inc, Gray construction

September Specialties

September is an interesting month. Traditionally associated with "back to school," it also has the distinction of being Baby Safety Month, National...

Design Idea, Project, RemodelIzza Wei-HaasSeptember 7, 2021L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, Baby Safety Month, National Childhood Injury Prevention Week, baluster level kits, wood baulsters, irono balusters, stairway, tube railing, cable railings, Novo products 2021, L.J. Stairs Bargain Bin

Basement Stairway Combines Wood and Metal for Appealing Transitional Look

For homeowners and experienced DIYers Jamie and Jamison Rantz, a mixture of Hickory and iron proved the winning combination for their basement...

What to Know About Replacing a Stairway System (Part Two)

Before jumping ahead and starting a stairway replacement project, it's important to understand the components of a staircase....

Project, Design Idea, RemodelIzza Wei-HaasJuly 20, 2021L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, stair riser, stair treads, reversible stair risers, beaded planking, decorative stair bracket, iron balusters, ironpro

What to Know About Replacing a Stairway System (Part One)

Replacing an interior stairway system is a big step for a homeowner. Literally. However, with the help of a building professional, the stunning...

Project, Design Idea, RemodelIzza Wei-HaasJuly 9, 2021L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, stair replacement, hgtv, l.j. smith stairs press, stair inspiratiom, railings, wood balusters, iron balustersComment

Make This Your Month

National Woodworking Month. National Rebuilding Month. National Decorating Month. Do you think it's a coincidence these three celebrations all occur...

Project, Design IdeaIzza Wei-HaasApril 6, 2021L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, national stairway system month, stair system, wood newel, baluster, handrail, wood handrail, newel, box newel, starting step, tread, riser, moulding

5 DIY Projects Using Stair Parts

Did you know that you can use stair parts for more than just building and renovating staircases?...

Project, Design IdeaIzza Wei-HaasMarch 31, 2021L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, newel post, box newel, wood newel post, design ideas, diy

Mix It Up

Wood balusters? Iron balusters? How are you supposed to decide what will look best in your home? Here's an idea: mix them up!...

Project, Design Idea, Design TrendIzza Wei-HaasMarch 23, 2021L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, wood baluster, iron baluster, balusters, baluster, wood balusters

Swapping Out Balusters Easy, Impressive Project

A little change can make a BIG difference. That's what Liz Roth discovered when she changed out her stairway's balusters....

Project, Design Idea, RemodelIzza Wei-HaasFebruary 19, 2021L.J. Stair Systems, LJ Stair Systems, Stair Systems, Novo Company, stair renovation, baluster, striaght baulster, contempo, square baulster, new post, handrail, contempo baluster, wood stair tread

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

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

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

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

DIY Stairway Upgrade Transforms Home Interiors

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

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

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