Atlas Stair Parts
Industry Insiders Raise Red Flags

Buyer Beware – A Closer Look at Industry Concerns

If you’ve been around the stair industry for a while, you might have heard whispers about Atlas Stair Parts as word travels fast. Atlas, created by Chris Kamykowski, a newcomer to the scene, this company touts itself as an innovator, but many industry veterans are scratching their heads at these claims.

Kamykowski’s background includes a roughly two year employment at House of Forgings (HoF), where he failed to establish relationships within the industry. Upon being let go HoF, Kamykowski immediately founded Atlas Stair Parts, violating his non-compete agreement and had a court order to delay the company’s launch until the restriction expired. Disturbingly, shortly after his depature from HoF, numerous HoF customers reported receiving unsolicited marketing emails from Atlas, suggesting that Kamykowski may have taken confidential contact information when he departed.

Reports from overseas manufacturers indicate that Kamykowski initially used a fake name to inquire about pricing, likely aware of their hesitance to work with a former employee of a competitor. His efforts to secure a supplier proved challenging, and over two years, he has only purchased four containers of stock.

Failing to acquire stocking dealers, Atlas currently operates as a retail e-commerce business, primarily through Lowe’s. This aligns with Kamykowski’s prior experience selling to big-box stores. With a small team that includes a family member and a modest warehouse in Houston, the company lacks the infrastructure and industry expertise to substantiate their claims of innovation.

Despite their marketing efforts, Atlas Stair Parts has yet to introduce any original designs such as his website claims. Their product line consists of generic, widely available parts sourced from existing Chinese suppliers, repackaged as his own unique brand. Former colleagues who worked under Kamykowski strongly advise against engaging with him or his company.

Final Words:

Look, we all want to support new businesses, but when it comes to something as important as your staircase, you need to trust who you’re working with. With so many red flags, it’s hard to recommend Atlas Stair Parts. I’d suggest sticking with established vendors who have a proven track record and a real passion for stairs.

This company does not get the full pros & cons or facts generally used in other reviews as they are not worth the time, energy or effort.