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October 12, 2007

Interior Solid Wood Doors?

Can someone recommend a good place in Brooklyn where I can find solid wood interior doors for our gut renovation? I am looking for about 10 doors, varying in size (some closets, bathroom, bedroom, etc.). We have found only non-solid, light-weight standard looking doors. We are looking for heavy doors that are stain-ready (our contractor will be staining them), probably made of cherry wood. Any suggestions would be welcome and appreciated!!

Posted in Forum by heightsenthus00 at 11:34 AM | Comments (8)
Categories: Doors

August 15, 2007

Landmark/Windows Advice Needed

We're looking to make minor alterations to the ground-floor rear-facing windows of our landmark brownstone co-op in Brooklyn Heights.

All that we'd like to do is have three door-sized glass panel windows (two fixed windows, one functioning door to the yard). Currently, there is a solid door, an eye-level window, and brick in between the two. The yard and exterior wall are not accessible nor can they be seen from the street, so the only exposure to this area is via the neighbors.

What sort of landmark approval, if any, would people recommend? If someone could please offer advice for this process, we'd appreciate it.

Thanks in advance!

Posted in Forum by heightsenthus00 at 5:29 PM | Comments (5)
Categories: Renovation

Author's Comments

Thanks everyone for the great input. We will get on those additional approvals ASAP!!

Posted by: heightsenthus00 at August 17, 2007 11:20 AM in response to Landmark/Windows Advice Needed

Thank you, everyone, for your suggestions! I have checked out a few of those (can't wait to get to Eddie's for some gems)...and believe it or not, I was very successful at Dyke's Lumber on Sixth Street. I think that is where we'll end up purchasing the doors from. The staff was absolutely wonderful, and we ended up ordering an exterior door and a window too!

Posted by: heightsenthus00 at October 15, 2007 9:51 PM in response to Interior Solid Wood Doors?

Responses to Author's Forum Comments

I know Dykes-- They don't do what these guys can do.
I have found what I think all Brownstoners would consider a Brooklyn Jewel.

Investigating a name under a table that I stumbled onto years ago, I finally found time to find the place--and what a find it was--absolutely amazing.

After owning my brownstone for six years, imagine - hand wood carving/duplication of anything, restoration, antique replicas, as well as custom made furniture detailed for your personal taste or desires. Anything you may have missing in "this old house" - they can do. Pieces of furniture made by them was also in Oprah's Magazine.

These gentlemen/owners are not youngsters by far, nevertheless are holding onto a tradition that will soon be past and forgotten. Wanted to get this out for those getting their santuary in order for the holidays.
Mona Liza Fine Furniture Inc.
23 Meadow Street (either Williamsburg or Bushwick section)
Brooklyn, New York 11206
Telephone 718-456-8113
Owner: Hassan Salameh - warmest person you could ever meet

Posted by: guest at October 16, 2007 5:40 PM in response to Interior Solid Wood Doors?

I know Dykes-- They don't do what these guys can do.
I have found what I think all Brownstoners would consider a Brooklyn Jewel.

Investigating a name under a table that I stumbled onto years ago, I finally found time to find the place--and what a find it was--absolutely amazing.

After owning my brownstone for six years, imagine - hand wood carving/duplication of anything, restoration, antique replicas, as well as custom made furniture detailed for your personal taste or desires. Anything you may have missing in "this old house" - they can do. Pieces of furniture made by them was also in Oprah's Magazine.

These gentlemen/owners are not youngsters by far, nevertheless are holding onto a tradition that will soon be past and forgotten. Wanted to get this out for those getting their santuary in order for the holidays.
Mona Liza Fine Furniture Inc.
23 Meadow Street (either Williamsburg or Bushwick section)
Brooklyn, New York 11206
Telephone 718-456-8113
Owner: Hassan Salameh - warmest person you could ever meet

Posted by: guest at October 16, 2007 5:41 PM in response to Interior Solid Wood Doors?

I just recommended Mona Liza to a friend. I bought several pieces from them years ago, and the compliments just don't stop!!

Posted by: guest at July 6, 2008 11:29 AM in response to Interior Solid Wood Doors?