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September 26, 2008

Dusk to Dawn Lighting

We're exploring our options for outdoor lighting, and "dusk to dawn" sensors that turn on when it gets dark seem like a sensible and economical option. Does anyone have any advice about these? How well do they work? Where is a good place to buy them?

Posted in Forum by Dumpstress at 11:31 AM | Comments (10)
Categories: Lighting

July 30, 2008

Real Risks of Building Without a Permit?

Please tell me some true stories of buying or selling a house with a deck that was built without a permit. Did the lack of permit cause problems, and if so, how were they resolved? I know that the Buildings Dept can make you tear down the deck, but has anyone ever heard of this actually happening simply because the deck was built without a permit, and not because it failed to meet the structural requirements set forth in the Buildings Code?

Posted in Forum by Dumpstress at 4:43 PM | Comments (8)
Categories: Permits

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I am interested, but our room is a bit smaller than 12x9. If the plans could be modified by a few feet, I'd like to see pictures: mdfuego at gmail etc.

Posted by: Dumpstress at August 19, 2009 2:17 PM in response to Complete Cherry Panelled Library F/S

I don't think that sort of thing happens so much in ny. Even if it did, I seriously doubt that protesters would be allowed to bother residents.

Posted by: Dumpstress at July 1, 2009 2:12 PM in response to Living on block w/ Abortion Ctr

Steve Rayboy of Urban Exteriors specializes in Ipe, and does beautiful work.

http://urbanexteriors.biz/index.html

Posted by: Dumpstress at September 30, 2008 12:39 PM in response to 155 sq ft of ipe

Cool. Where did you get it?

Posted by: Dumpstress at September 29, 2008 10:40 AM in response to Installing floor mural/tile persian rug

Hey! Have a good weekend!

Posted by: Dumpstress at September 26, 2008 5:30 PM in response to Steel Deck for $7,000 ?

Apology accepted, tybur6. We are in the middle of a huge renovation and I really am completely overwhelmed with all the details.

Thanks, cmontgom. I suspected the screw in things might be too good to be true. Now I've got even more decisions to make.

Posted by: Dumpstress at September 26, 2008 5:28 PM in response to Dusk to Dawn Lighting

Call Joe Lopopolo at Lopopolo Iron Works, 718 339 0572. My contractor recommended them (they built the iron deck on the back of his townhouse), telling us they did good work for a reasonable price. They gave us a quote that was considerably lower than the other quote we got. Unfortunately, our deck project has been put on hold for now, but if we're ever in a position to build it, we plan to use them.

Posted by: Dumpstress at September 26, 2008 5:16 PM in response to Steel Deck for $7,000 ?

Thanks. We were planning to to use compact flourescent bulbs, and we were looking at the kind of sensor that screws into each bulb socket, so the multiple bulb workaround wouldn't be an option. This information is very helpful.

Posted by: Dumpstress at September 26, 2008 1:38 PM in response to Dusk to Dawn Lighting

I'm a new homeowner who never had to think about this stuff before, and I've never owned a nightlight.

Posted by: Dumpstress at September 26, 2008 12:07 PM in response to Dusk to Dawn Lighting

We're in the middle of an extensive renovation, and I think I looked at every medicine cabinet on the internet trying to find one that I liked that was reasonably priced. I was absolutely gobsmacked at the prices they charge for a samll box with a couple of hinges and a mirror. I ended up getting one that requires assembly from Rejuvanation Lighting. http://www.rejuvenation.com/fixshow31587/templates/selection.phtml
I want to know how I can get into the medicine cabinet business.

Posted by: Dumpstress at September 10, 2008 1:53 PM in response to Medicine Cabinet

I'll sell you my house.

Posted by: Dumpstress at August 12, 2008 12:13 PM in response to HELP!

I may not be your average buyer, but I'd prefer unrenovated over a crappy renovation or one that's not to my taste.

Posted by: Dumpstress at July 29, 2008 2:02 PM in response to Renovate before selling?

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I think this was already suggested before but let me post the same link, I love this medicine cabinet as well.

http://www.thehardwarecity.com/?sku=5132162

Posted by: pinkwedd at June 17, 2009 11:52 AM in response to Medicine Cabinet

hello:
Do you have a phone number for artistic abode tile? I ordered a sample kit via ebay about a month ago and have received nothing as of yet. I read your glowing review, which is great but these peole have my monet and I have no product.
Thank you
Mark

Posted by: angushopper at June 19, 2009 3:43 PM in response to Installing floor mural/tile persian rug

hello:
Do you have a phone number for artistic abode tile? I ordered a sample kit via ebay about a month ago and have received nothing as of yet. I read your glowing review, which is great but these peole have my money and I have no product.
Thank you
Mark

Posted by: angushopper at June 19, 2009 3:44 PM in response to Installing floor mural/tile persian rug

Your best bet is to talk to the staff at the clinic itself. Protests are not at all uncommon in NYC. I have friends who in the early 1990s provided escort service for both clinic workers and clients to protect them from very militant protesters.But I can't imagine there are daily protests, or anything near it. Anyway the staff should be able to enlighten you. Or the the local police precinct. It's a free country but those who advocate for women's health care also believe we should stand up to those who would deny women their legal right to choose.

Posted by: grand army at July 1, 2009 2:24 PM in response to Living on block w/ Abortion Ctr

You also should be conmcerned about living near any churches that have loud Sunday services and where the streets are clogged with double parked cars.

Posted by: daveinbedstuy at July 1, 2009 3:11 PM in response to Living on block w/ Abortion Ctr

I have personal story with this clinic. I took a friend there many years ago in college (yes it was a friend). They told us to arrive at 5 am for the proceedure and couldn't beleive my eyes when there werePro Life elderly protesters out front handing out liturature. It was a dark and cold January morning. They weren't loud. Just present.

On another note I saw a pro choice rally there on my way to costco a few months ago. They were super loud. Dancing and drums,etc. But it was the middle of the afternoon. I would talk to people on the block to see what they think.

Posted by: italiana71 at July 1, 2009 6:18 PM in response to Living on block w/ Abortion Ctr

I work nearby and I have personally seen protesters there on a few occasions. I think that there are frequently elderly protesters walking outside the building but I don't think that they are very disruptive to the rest of the block. I agree with the above poster and I would speak to people who live on the block and get there take on the situation.

Posted by: katiem633 at July 1, 2009 11:57 PM in response to Living on block w/ Abortion Ctr

I live about three blocks away, but had no idea there was a clinic there. Between 3rd and 4th I'd be more concerned about noise/pollution from the BQE, but in general I think you'll find that it's a really great neighborhood and the location there is pretty darn ideal.

Posted by: saturdayrenogirl at July 2, 2009 8:24 AM in response to Living on block w/ Abortion Ctr

Also interested. What height was it designed for? Please email photos to brooklynchuck at gmail. Thanks!

Posted by: chuck at August 19, 2009 2:19 PM in response to Complete Cherry Panelled Library F/S

Also interested. Is it 12' high or wide? Please email photos and other info to park_sloper at yahoo DOT com.

Posted by: Park Sloper at August 19, 2009 2:38 PM in response to Complete Cherry Panelled Library F/S