I had very good luck during my renovation with George Taylor in Manhattan.
George Taylor Specialties Inc
76 Franklin St, New York, NY
(212) 226-5369‎

family-owned, great service, good pricing, fast delivery

Posted by: hancockone at November 20, 2009 5:04 PM in response to in need of old sink!

I just found out that the UPS office down the street from does shredding. You can do it yourself or have them do it. They charge by the pound.

Posted by: hancockone at November 19, 2009 6:02 PM in response to shredding papers

Thank you for great information, MM. I am curious, was the Morris home on Hancock next to the house on the corner of Hancock and Marcy? The vacant lot today? I have a feeling that lot held a house that was the mirror duplicate of the corner house.
Thanks

Posted by: hancockone at November 19, 2009 5:20 PM in response to Walkabout: Montrose Morris - Full Circle

Westminster, I will send you pic and dimensions this evening.

Posted by: hancockone at October 12, 2009 4:37 PM in response to Need 2 Cast Iron STEAM radiators

I used to use an early 19th cen farm table in my kitchen as you described. The height killed my back. So when I renovated the kitchen I built a 36" high island with a cherry wood top and turned cherry legs on the corners. It looks great, I can eat at it with 24" counter stools and my back is much happier.

Posted by: hancockone at October 12, 2009 10:41 AM in response to Source for Old Table?

I second the Burnham recommendation. Had mine installed 9 years ago and has been trouble-free and very efficient.

Posted by: hancockone at October 12, 2009 10:32 AM in response to Peerless or Weil McLain

I had a very good experience with Windows We Are, 9110 5th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11209 (718) 836-8083. I just took in the broken parts and they identified them and then took me into the shop and gave me a tutorial on how to replace them. I did it myself with the right parts.

Posted by: hancockone at October 12, 2009 10:30 AM in response to Window Identification

Hello, I have one that I will give away for free. It is about 30" wide and about 24" high. I have a photo at home I will send this evening, with accurate dimensions. Used to be used in my kitchen, is very functional.

Posted by: hancockone at October 12, 2009 10:26 AM in response to Need 2 Cast Iron STEAM radiators

Can you let us know who did the restoration? I have several that need the same work. Thanks for any information.

Posted by: hancockone at September 21, 2009 12:44 PM in response to Antique Radiators For Sale

You may want to look at the AGA Companion. Wonderful retro styling, does not create the kind of heat that requires a hood, but has precisely calibrated gas burners for hot wok type heat (25,000 BTU) all the way down to tiny simmer settings (6500 BTU) that doesn't blow out at low settings. Two ovens, one conventional, one convection. It is 24" wide so it fits in a small space, I put mine inside the kitchen hearth opening and built two narrow black granite top cabinets on either side to fill the space. I got mine at Krups on 18th street, it was cheaper than the AGA showroom.

Posted by: hancockone at September 21, 2009 12:37 PM in response to Range Suggestions (Part 2)

Also try Renovator's Supply www.rensup.com and Van Dykes Restorers at VanDykes.com

Posted by: hancockone at September 11, 2009 4:46 PM in response to LOCKS in stock?

I had good luck with Heights Woodworking to replicate a mahogany moulding profile. Also try Eddie's salvage at Grand and Greene, lots of old house parts. Also try Reid Antiques at Halsey and Malcolm X. Mr. Barber there has lots of old house parts, mostly salvage.

Posted by: hancockone at September 11, 2009 4:43 PM in response to Curved Bannister

Amazon.com has a 30-piece graduated Allen wrench set for 12.99. The size you need is probably one of those.

Posted by: hancockone at August 26, 2009 3:32 PM in response to Dining Table Finish Peeling

I have found success with a product called "sluggo". It is actually iron oxide granules so it is non-toxic to pets or humans but it takes care of slugs and snails for about 3 weeks a dose. I got it online.

Posted by: hancockone at August 25, 2009 11:36 AM in response to Land Snails in the Garden

Yes, the plumbing supply on Myrtle is Cesar's place. It is at Franklin. Great people, good prices. I salvaged most of the radiators at my place from this place.

Posted by: hancockone at August 24, 2009 4:06 PM in response to Cast Iron Hot Water Radiators

I have had very good luck with Better Carpet Warehouse on Atlantic. Wayne and Edgar were great to work with, lots of choices, good prices. Info below:

www.bettercarpetwarehouse.com

443 Atlantic Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11217-1748
(718) 855-2794

Posted by: hancockone at August 19, 2009 5:35 PM in response to Runners

I vote for the cat. I have cats, a garden and no pests. If a fly enters he is dead within 15 minutes. The garden is the best perk available in an apt. Sit out on a summer evening and watch the fireflies.

Posted by: hancockone at August 10, 2009 4:22 PM in response to Garden Apartments & Pests

I have had a lot of really good first-hand experience with Eddie's Salvage at Grand Av and Greene Av. Very fair pricing. The inventory changes weekly.

Posted by: hancockone at August 3, 2009 3:56 PM in response to architectural salvage places?

If they are brownstone steps, I would advise against painting. The paint traps moisture inside the brownstone, breaks it down and eventually the stone crumbles to nothing but sand. Sandstone (brownstone) is meant to breathe, absorb moisture and allow it to evaporate again.

Posted by: hancockone at August 3, 2009 1:51 PM in response to Painting Stoop Stairs?

You could also file a complaint with the Dept of Consumer Affairs.

Posted by: hancockone at August 3, 2009 11:16 AM in response to beckenstein fabric and interiors

I vote for Desserts by Michael Allen on Fulton at Grand.
the handmade chocolates
the cupcakes with marzipan flowers
the puff pastry fruit tarts

Posted by: hancockone at July 29, 2009 6:45 PM in response to Best pastry store in Brooklyn

I vote for Desserts by Michael Allen on Fulton at Grand.
the handmade chocolates
the cupcakes with marzipan flowers
the puff pastry fruit tarts

Posted by: hancockone at July 29, 2009 4:53 PM in response to Best pastry store in Brooklyn

I lived four blocks from the BQE in Carroll Gardens and you could hear the sound of traffic at all times, and if the windows were open there was always a film of fine black greasy dust. I wouldn't do it.

Posted by: hancockone at July 17, 2009 2:54 PM in response to Enviromental Impact of BQE?

I bid my job out to Tomas and he and his staff were very professional and extremely accomodating. I did not end up using his studio because of my budget but I think the pricing is fair for his museum-quality workmanship.

Posted by: hancockone at June 26, 2009 12:14 AM in response to Wheel cut glass

Yes, I agree it looks like viburnum. They just finished blooming on my block. Lovely fragrance.

Posted by: hancockone at May 14, 2009 10:42 PM in response to Another flower identification

You can get a standard residential lease form at office supply and stationery stores. You can also download state specific forms from websites like USLegalForms.com. You won't need a lawyer.
If you are using your building as a two-family house your CofO should state that.

Posted by: hancockone at May 14, 2009 10:36 PM in response to Lease document

I just closed at the end of March and started the process in December. It depends on the bank, the assignment department held me up. No reason, just sat on it.

Posted by: hancockone at May 14, 2009 9:26 PM in response to Chase Refinance

I would check Renovators Supply online, or Rockler online

Posted by: hancockone at May 13, 2009 6:13 PM in response to Cabinet Hardware - glass clips

The Spanish Bluebell (Hyacinthoides hispanica, syn. Endymion hispanicus or Scilla hispanica), is a spring-flowering bulbous perennial native to the Iberian Peninsula. It is one of three species in the genus Hyacinthoides, the others being the Common Bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) in northwestern Europe, and the Italian Bluebell (Hyacinthoides italica) further east in the Mediterranean region.
It is distinguished from the Common Bluebell by its paler, larger blue flowers, more erect flower stem (raceme), broader leaves, blue anthers (where the Common Bluebell has creamy-white ones) and little or no scent compared to the strong fragrant scent of the northern species.

Posted by: hancockone at May 13, 2009 12:13 PM in response to Name this Flower

Wow, I feel lucky that I'm in Bed-Stuy. My neighbors actually ring your bell and ask if you want their parking spot when they're leaving.

Posted by: hancockone at May 5, 2009 12:48 PM in response to Keyed Car Incident

this may help too. From the JohnBridge.com tile forum:
To clear things up a bit..... Linoleun was a specific type of sheet goods made from cork (Armstrong Cork Co.) and other materials for decoration. Linoleum hadn't been used much since the '50's. The backing of linoleum was made of paper, usually black/brownish or sometimes it was greenish in color. You may have heard the term "battleship linoleum"? It was used on military ships to reduce the splintering of wooden decks when enemy shells hit their mark. I doubt if linoleum contained asbestos in its surface layer, paper backing or the water soulable paste usually used to install it?

What is often reffered to as linoleum is really sheet vinyl. Sheet vinyl came (comes) is many grades and widths. The very tough type of sheet vinyl is made by aranging tiny particles of vinyl chips/flakes into a pattern, this type of sheet vinyl is called "inlaid vinyl". Inlaid vinyl comes only in 6' widths because of its weight and therefore would be impossible to handle in wider rolls. When "experts" say you can install other floors directly over sheet vinyl floors in good condition, they are talking about this type of 'hard-non-cushioned' sheet vinyl.

The other type of sheet vinyl is made by the 'rotogravure' method. Rotogravure is like printing a newspaper. This type of flooring starts with a backing, to which a thin foam chemical is applied. As the chemically uncured foam is applied, another chemical is also applied in the design pattern of the desired flooring. It is them 'baked' to cure. The foam rises as it cures except where to 2nd chemical was applied preventing that area from rising, thus the texture of sheet vinyl. The material continues to the coloring/printing process and finally the wear layer. The wear layer is a clear sheet of vinyl anywhere from 2-3 mills upto maybe 20 mills thick. This type of flooring is 'cushioned' even though it doesn't feel all that soft in many cases. These floors can be 6', 9' 12' even 13'6" wide. DO NOT install good flooring or CBU"S directly over this type of flooring.

In the 1960's the flooring industry developed a 'better' backing for their mid to upper grade sheet flooring. The old basic paper backing was suseptable to heel and appliance indentation because to paper was soft. Armstrong introduced 'hydrocord' as their better backing. Hydrocord was made from asbestos, it was off-white in color, about 1/16" thick. This type of backing was replaced by other types in the early to mid '80's.

Although these backings contain asbestos, most do not believe they create any danger unless you sand and breath the dust over a lengthy period of time, or eat the material. (dogs) Having said that, I DO NOT suggest anyone dry sand or scrape materials that might contain anything harmfull. Procedures have been developed for the safe removal of certain flooring materials that contain asbestos. As far as I know the adhesives used for sheet vinyl do not and did not contain asbestos. Adhesives for sheet vinyl were either water-based, (old linoleum paste) or latex based. As far as I know only some of the old black asphalt-based (cut-back) contained asbestos. Again not a problem, just don't sand it.

Posted by: hancockone at April 22, 2009 7:34 PM in response to Asbestos and Linoleum Flooring

I have a north-facing shady back garden and was lucky enough to have glechoma hederacea naturally occurring. I have given over the lawn area to it. It has small dark green leaves about the size of a quarter, is fragrant, can be mowed like a lawn but if left alone tops out at about 4 inches. It has a history of medicinal uses and is available from several mail order nurseries.

Posted by: hancockone at March 24, 2009 9:11 PM in response to Ground cover for shady backyard

For those inquiring about Restoration. After getting some outlandish estimates I thought I'd give it a go myself especially since I have two of these, the same size. It took some time after work and on Saturday mornings but I think it was worth the effort. I'm right now restoring a slightly larger radiator also for my home so if anyone would like to discuss further drop me a line or give me a call. BTW I also had to convert this from hot water to steam. Thanks

Ignats
KIM8751949@yahoo.com
917 692 2883

Posted by: ignats at September 23, 2009 5:58 PM in response to Antique Radiators For Sale

Thanks for the specs on the heating aspects of this radiator.
I had a plain vanilla steam radiator with a cover and shelves around the corner of my dining room. Now the radiator is a bit of a conversation piece since everyone can see it when seated at the table. More importantly, without the cover, I feel the room gets warmer faster since no heat is blocked by the radiator cover. Also I'll never need to paint it (cover) again.

Posted by: ignats at September 23, 2009 6:09 PM in response to Antique Radiators For Sale

I just had a radiator refinished by the Tinker's Wagon and he did a fantastic job. He also refinished a fireplace insert. Both came back looking spectacular. Can't say enough about the service.
He also did some molding work for me, and that also turned out great - so I know he's versatile.

His rate for the radiator was $100 per section, and he charged $250 for the fireplace insert, which had a lot of detail.

His web site is www.thetinkerswagon.com and phone is 347-813-9635.

Posted by: stallj at September 23, 2009 8:07 PM in response to Antique Radiators For Sale

Thank you for your insights.

I am limited to Peerless and Weil Mclain because I need a knockdown to get into a narrow stairwell and I am told Burnham for steam is not available as a knockdown setup.

Thanks again.

Posted by: steamedup at October 12, 2009 11:05 AM in response to Peerless or Weil McLain

Hancockone -- I am definitely interested in the free radiator, if the OP does not take it. Please email me at tzaluv@yahoo.com. Thanks!

Posted by: westminster at October 12, 2009 12:30 PM in response to Need 2 Cast Iron STEAM radiators

These are the string pulley type... See those little silver clips on both sides of the frame, pull it so it swings out and that will catch the spring and hold it in place. Then you can remove the window. You can find the manufactures date for your windows as Modsquad has pointed out.

You will need to bring in the spring to measure the correct length. This length can differ from window to window. The plastic caps are replaceable. They break when the spring breaks and slams it.

Posted by: IMBY at October 12, 2009 4:03 PM in response to Window Identification

Westminster, I will send you pic and dimensions this evening.

Posted by: hancockone at October 12, 2009 4:37 PM in response to Need 2 Cast Iron STEAM radiators

If you are looking at a pro range, there is a good possibility that the kitchen will get very hot, with the burners on high, and no range hood venting. If you're not planning on using all that horsepower, consider a range with only a couple of powerful burners. Shop features over brands. I also like a range that has sealed burners (keeps things tidy) and low 'simmer burners' so you can simmer without burning, or worse yet, having that flickering little flame blow out. GE profile is a good way to go, as well as Kitchenaid.

Steve

www.StephenWangel.com

Posted by: STEPHENWANGEL at October 12, 2009 4:41 PM in response to Range Suggestions (Part 2)

I have two steam radiators that we just took out of our 100 year old brownstone as part of a renovation. They are fairly tall and skinny (I don't have the measurements on me, but probably about 3 feet high x 2 feet wide). Let me know if you are interested and I'd be happy to send photos. you can reach me at 718 864 0799 or prlegendre@hotmail.com.

Posted by: prlegendre at October 12, 2009 7:23 PM in response to Need 2 Cast Iron STEAM radiators

One name my friend.......

HB Smith...

Posted by: SteamMan at October 12, 2009 10:38 PM in response to Peerless or Weil McLain