faithful's Profile
- F. Joyner
- All of my life
- 12/05
- Brooklyn
- Crown Heights
- House
- Female
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Author's Posts
March 21, 2008
What Type of Grass Seeds Should I Buy?
I'm considering grass seeds for my yard (instead of sod). I'm leaning toward a Kentucky Bluegrass blend. Does anyone have a specific type or brand to recommend for a typical Brooklyn backyard that will be enjoyed by three rambunctious children?
March 11, 2008
Cleaning woodwork
Can anyone tell me the best products to use on original wood details? I would like to give it a good cleaning and polishing after an intensive renovation, which left lots of dust behind.
March 3, 2008
Door Kick Plate
I'm looking to purchase kick plates for two 24" doors preferably in oil rubbed bronze. Does anyone know where I can purchase them? Thanks.
February 5, 2008
My Gas Dryer is not getting Hot!!!
I purchased my dryer (it's a Kenmore) in August, but just started using it last month and it has never gotten hot...I mean it drys clothes...eventually, but it takes over an hour. Does anyone have any idea(s) as to what is preventing the dryer from getting hot. Thanks!!
January 4, 2008
Black Dirt from my Dormant Fireplace
On New Year's Eve instead of partying I was cleaning up soot and dirt that was pouring out of my dormant, bedroom fireplace. Can anyone tell me what this is and what I can do to stop this. I'm cleaning and dusting daily. In the evenings when I come home there is soot and dirt all over my furniture, t.v., phone and bed. It seems that everything my kids touch has this awful soot on it which they are transfering to my walls. I've gone through 3 magic erasers getting that stuff off my walls. Help!!!
October 2, 2007
Entry Door
What is the best type of wood for exterior doors? FWIW, I plan on staining and varnishing the doors.
October 1, 2007
Eddie's
I know Eddie's (on Greene & Grand Avenues) hours have previously been discussed. I was wondering if they had changed. Is he still opened Tuesday - Saturday 12-6p.m.?
Author's Comments
The contractor who has lovingly renovated and restored my home is Thahal Beer of Beer Home Improvement. He doesn't have any fancy websites or advertisements. His jobs come through word of mouth and his work speaks for itself. He is very detailed oriented, dependable, responsible and most importantly honest. He put in a brand new hardwood floor (red oak with mahogany borders) and it looks fabulous as well as three kitchens, four bathrooms. I'm in awe of my new staircase, which had to be relocated, but Beer saved all of my old spindles and banister and has made this brand-new staircase look like it is original to the house (1899). He does most of the work himself and he doesn't sub-contract very much. He's very hands-on and he's at the job every day. He comes early and leaves late. I would totally recommend him with my eyes closed. If you would like to contact him, his # is (646) 358-6118. He will be more than happy to show you his work.
Posted by: faithful at August 20, 2007 4:28 PM in response to Help!! Please recommend a good contractor
My recommendation was honest. My contractor actually doesn't even own a computer. He's an old-fashioned kind of guy. To the OP, I would be happy to email you pics of my home. BTW, I forgot to mention that he's licensed & insured.
Posted by: faithful at August 21, 2007 4:55 PM in response to Help!! Please recommend a good contractor
The Dean Street house is nowhere near AY
Posted by: faithful at September 21, 2007 1:35 PM in response to Open House Picks
I agree 1:50 p.m. People see Dean St and automatically assume it's by AY. Clueless!!! Come out to the House Tour on 10/06 and see all that Crown Heights North has to offer.
Posted by: faithful at September 21, 2007 1:55 PM in response to Open House Picks
Yes, one of the most beautiful blocks...Where do you live?
Posted by: faithful at September 21, 2007 1:58 PM in response to Open House Picks
Isn't it true that if your house is a 3-family or less, you don't have to deposit the security in a special account? I'll be renting two apts. in a owner-occupied 3-fam and I wasn't intending on placing the security in a special account.
Posted by: faithful at October 1, 2007 12:04 PM in response to Security deposits
I can't wait for the CHN tour either!!! I hope to have my house on the tour next year.
Posted by: faithful at October 2, 2007 2:36 PM in response to House Tourers, (Re)Start Your Engines: Crown Heights Next
Wow!!! I've been reading through the thread and I must say that I'm quite disappointed with a lot of the comments. I own in Crown Heights North (the 1st Phase of the HD)and I'm very proud to own there. Everyone is entitled to their opinions whether they are negative or positive, but some of the opinions expressed were inflammatory and just plain evil.
It takes a lot of guts to open your home to strangers. Many of these comments will deter many homeowners from participating in such events. I considered opening my home next year after an extensive renovation, which in my opinion has turn out great considering the very tight budget. This thread has given me second thoughts. I never thought Brownstoners could be this catty.
As far as Co-chair's comments are concerned, he/she is just protecting the vision that he/she nurtured for over a year and saw come to fruition this Saturday. Put yourselves in his/her shoes, he/she is the proud parent of a child that you're cutting down at the knees. How would you react? If you want to critique, do so in a manner that's helpful and not malicious. Thank you!!!
I look forward to the 2nd Annual CHN House Tour in 08!
Posted by: faithful at October 9, 2007 3:45 PM in response to Crown Heights North Tour Open Thread
Crown Heights does rock!
Posted by: faithful at October 9, 2007 4:25 PM in response to Crown Heights North Tour Open Thread
I strongly recommend Thahal Beer of Beer Home Improvement (646)358-6118. He doesn't have any fancy website and he really doesn't advertise. All of his work comes from recommendations and word of mouth. He's currently working on my house in Crown Heights and will be finished very soon. He's installed (3) kitchens, (4) bathrooms, skim coated, installed beautiful hardwood floors with mahogany borders and a wood medallion. His prices are quite reasonable. He's dependable and reliable.
Posted by: faithful at August 13, 2007 1:36 PM in response to Small Job Contractors?