Great small double oven


Hi, I found this great oven/range for small spaces. It’s a UK product, but just wondering if anyone has seen anything similar here.

Stoves RICHMOND550DF

http://www.appliancesonline.co.uk/services/isite.aspx?ProductID=9561&ProductCode=RICHMOND550DF_JAL

Thanks!

Categories: Appliances
By rubytoday | 01/17/2011 11:09 AM | Comment

Rainbow Cafe STILL there…


I live in Sunset Park and I love the vintage signage on the the STILL empty Rainbow Cafe. Won’t someone PLEASE come and make some great business in there that speaks to the newer residences of Sunset Park? OK, yes, I’m talking about gentrification, but I’ve been here for 2 years and have had all the dim sum and tacos I can take. Plus, I would hate to see someone come along and not take advantage of the beautiful old 50s signage on the Rainbow!

Categories: Landmarks
By rubytoday | 04/16/2010 1:10 AM | Comment

What were the round cutouts in brownstone stairwells originally for?


Can anyone answer this question? i’m talking about the rounded cutouts found at the top of brownstone stairwells. Many people use them as a display spot for flowers.

Thanks!

Categories: Stairs
By rubytoday | 10/16/2008 11:25 PM | Comment

bathroom resurfacing


Can anyone recommend a good bathtub resurfacer?

I found one on Craigslist called NYC Tubman, but no idea if he’s any good.

tx

Categories: Kitchen & Bath
By rubytoday | 04/04/2008 4:42 PM | Comment

Fire escape security gate


Hello,

I’m moving into a coop in which one of the windows has a fire escape. The current gate is one of those hideous accordion things. Anyone have any suggestions for replacing it w something a little less ugly and easier to open?

Thanks!

By rubytoday | 03/02/2008 12:49 PM | Comment

Tipping Contractors


Does anyone have any thoughts on tipping contractors and/or laborers?

Categories: Renovation
By rubytoday | 03/01/2008 9:51 AM | Comment

Internet in Sunset Park


Hi, I’m moving to Sunset Park. I really hate Time-Warner and was just wondering if anyone has any suggestions for alternatives in Sunset Park for internet access (and cable TV, for that matter, but I believe TW has a lock on that.)

thanks.

Categories: Television
By rubytoday | 02/20/2008 4:58 PM | Comment

Looking for closet door ideas


I really don’t like the classic louvered doors. I’m replacing 2 sets of mirrored sliding doors.

Thanks.

Categories: Renovation
By rubytoday | 02/12/2008 4:20 PM | Comment

any advice for stripping paint?


I’ve been in hell for weeks as I try to strip doors.

tx

Categories: Renovation
By rubytoday | 02/12/2008 4:18 PM | Comment

Found a Good Locksmith


I just used Advantage (dealt with George, who was wonderful)

I found them to be reliable, fairly priced and pleasure to do business with.

Categories: Locksmith
By rubytoday | 01/17/2008 8:38 AM | Comment