Best Anchors for Stair Banister to Plaster Wall


I plan to move my stair banister from one side to the other and the wall that’s going to receive the banister is plaster – which I don’t have a lot of experience with.

What’s the best anchor to chose for the job? It’s not a high-traffic area per se but we are up and down with the baby so safety is a priority.

Thanks in advance.

Categories: Carpentry
By cipster | 01/10/2011 11:50 AM | Comment

Moving Recommendations?


Making the move we’ve dreamed about… from our 1 bedroom in midtown to a great little townhouse in South Slope.

Who has recommendations for movers?

I’ve heard good things about Flat Rate from colleagues but their estimate seems a little high.

Categories: Movers
By cipster | 10/01/2010 10:09 AM | Comment

FSBO w/Multiple Bids


Selling my Manhattan co-op en route to a new home in Brooklyn. We’re FSBO because I just couldn’t see handing over that 3-6% to an agent.

So here’s the predicament: we have at least two offers – about the same amount. How to proceed fairly but make a good deal? Both seem qualified to pass the board, etc. Any advice is appreciated.

Categories: Etiquette
By cipster | 08/24/2010 7:09 PM | Comment