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?

Hey! Have a good weekend!

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

Well our 12x10 steel/wood plank deck was twice that so seems fine to me. Did include a spiral to the ground.

Posted by: cmu at September 26, 2008 7:53 PM in response to Steel Deck for $7,000 ?

Don't eliminate the screw-ins if you use incandescent, or a new technology, cold cathode; these are quite expensive %15/bulb but won't burn out like CFLs. A 8w bulb (highest you can get) is like a 45w incand.

Otoh, if you're doing major stuff, it's trivial to hardwire in a timer which works with everything, including the garage door opener.

Posted by: cmu at September 26, 2008 7:56 PM in response to Dusk to Dawn Lighting

Get more quotes. I happen to know that the trades have died (in terms of work). Call Anthony at A&J Ironworks. You can say that Bruce recommended him. Sorry, I don't have their number here, but they across the street from Monte's.

His prices are always trade, not retail, as most of his work is for GCs.

It just seems 30% too pricey.

Posted by: brucef at September 27, 2008 1:03 AM in response to Steel Deck for $7,000 ?

A&J does descent work, my only problem is that it is hard to get a hold of Tony once a contract is in place. He happens to do a lot of work for me. For my last two contracts requiring steel work, I've been using a Union welder who works for a Major construction company that I Worked for before opening my own business.
His prices are incredible, if you would like his info you can email me acrcontracting@optonline.net

You could probably save yourself a bundle of money...

Posted by: alrosariojr at September 28, 2008 4:42 AM in response to Steel Deck for $7,000 ?

I used Joe, referenced above. $7k for the steel work and another 5 for the Ipe (sp) and carpentry finishing. Deck's about 8 by 16. Heartily recommend Joe and my carpenter.

Posted by: Johnny at September 28, 2008 1:17 PM in response to Steel Deck for $7,000 ?

We got it from www.artisticabodetile.com.
All of their tile is hand-painted and the prices are affordable. I found another post about them on garden web with some beautiful pictures of a hearth and kitchen job provided tile for. http://ths.gardenweb.com/forums/load/build/msg090923453582.html?8

Posted by: lovemytiles at September 29, 2008 10:48 AM in response to Installing floor mural/tile persian rug

Tile envy.

I've seen pictures of the Adamson House, and I know what you mean. The only reason to move to California would be to live in one of those gorgeous Mediterranean houses.

Good luck, and please post a photo, or send the whole project to Mr. B. when you are done. I think a lot of people would be interested.

Posted by: Montrose Morris at September 29, 2008 11:01 AM in response to Installing floor mural/tile persian rug

others have already said it but I'll add to it anyway and say that they are beautiful.

Posted by: the chicken at September 29, 2008 1:20 PM in response to Installing floor mural/tile persian rug

I'm home all day if you want me to test lay your tile for you. Of course it has to be done here in my house so I can see the result up close. :-)

Otherwise, like MM- serious fetal position tile envy

Posted by: bxgrl at September 29, 2008 1:27 PM in response to Installing floor mural/tile persian rug