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LJ Smith Stair Systems

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These are all LJ Smith stair parts in my Queen Anne Victorian home.

LJ Smith Stair Systems - Many Styles and Species

I've used LJ Smith stair systems for decades. The one in the last home I built for my family was stunning. Here's a photo of the staircase in my last house going from the entrance hall to the second floor. Tim mentioned using LJ Smith Stair Systems way back in his January 25, 2018 AsktheBuilder Newsletter.

Watch this video to see a more sleek system incorporating white oak with powder-coated balusters and newel posts. Look below at the stark before and after photos of my daughter's LJ Smith staircase!

Listen to the second caller in this podcast to discover more about LJ Smith:

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These are the stairs going up to the second floor in my daughter's new home.

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I know, it's hard to believe this is the same house! But that's the magic of using LJ Smith stair parts!

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6 Responses to LJ Smith Stair Systems

  1. Gil Stubbert says:

    Good Morning Tim,
    I hope all is well with you and your family. Thank you for your emails. I enjoy reading them even though some of articles will never be used by me. I still enjoy the read and think, what the heck maybe I can share that information with somebody else some day. I was wanting to look at your daughter's staircase but none of the pictures appeared on the link when I opened it. This has been going on for some time now. Especially the daily emails that I receive from you. To day is the first Sunday email that I could not view the photos. Not sure why the problem exists but it is a little frustrating. Stay safe and healthy. Gil

  2. Dudley Tucker says:

    WOW!!! I really enjoyed your videos of your daughter's house being built. Great to know they have moved in.

  3. Kate Janush says:

    no pictures came through

  4. Michael Rignola says:

    looks great Tim are the stringers made out of maple or poplar. what are the treads and risers measurements.

  5. Clarence says:

    After photos did not show. Just blank spaces. I'm no techie, but this has been happening lately in your email.

  6. Paul Hughes says:

    I would approve the steps if you have a minimum of 6" of tread depth at any point within the clear width of the stair.

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