smaller bathroom fixtures


We are in the process of renovating a very small bathroom. I’m looking for a mirror and a shelf below that. Both mirror and shelf need to be 16 inches wide or narrower (the sink is only 12 by 12!). The plumbing supply store in Flushing where I bought the other fixtures did not have those fixtures in that size. Any ideas where I can go to get such small fixtures and not spend a fortune?

Categories: Kitchen & Bath
By deidre | 04/22/2009 12:51 PM | Comment

floor polishing – help!


I’m moving into a new apartment next week. The hardwood floors are in pretty good shape, but everyone advises that I should get them polished before we move the furniture in. I’m not looking to refinish the floors. I’ve been given wildly different quotes and procedures from the various professionals that I’ve spoken to and I don’t know who to believe. Do I want the floor buffed and waxed? Or do I want it buffed and then a coat of polyurethane applied? Or do I want two coats of polyurethane and a sealant with buffing in between? For 1,200 sq. ft, I’ve been quoted from $585 to $1,800 for floor “polishing.” I would be grateful for any clarification.

Categories: Floors
By deidre | 04/03/2009 4:12 PM | Comment