Sketchup is not only great for proper drawings but in the 3d mode you get to move through the space you have drawn (save it as a movie!!) and look at it from lots of different angles. Makes it much easier to understand how a remodelled space or a kitchen for e.g. will work. Best of all its free. And i can find no discernable difference between sketch up 6 (which is the free one) and sketch up pro (which costs $495). Perhaps an architect might fnd shortcomings in the free version, but for just loose planning (and some idel dreaming) its perfect.

Posted by: nicksull at March 21, 2008 2:20 PM in response to CAD program?

Funnily enough just walked past a workshop place on 10th avenue this morning. Can vouch for them but saw a satisfied looking customer walk out with a big old bamboo throne thing. Looked messy but industrious inside. Remembered the name for future reference -
Veterans Chair Caning 442 10th Ave. between 34 and 35th St. They have a website too. www.veteranscaning.com

Posted by: nicksull at April 19, 2008 3:11 PM in response to Chair caning

Hi
Wheres the bidding happening? What price you at right now?
Please mail me at nicksullivan@mac.com if they're not sold. I have identical fireplaces and need another.
Thanks

Posted by: nicksull at May 29, 2008 7:27 AM in response to Where can I sell old marble fireplace mantles

Can you send pics? nicksullivan@mac.com
Thanks!

Posted by: nicksull at May 29, 2008 9:10 PM in response to Marble Mantles, 8" custom moulding, antiques Contractor Sale

Been beaten to the post with Nectar. But im not mad about monkeys wedding. Sounds like something someone who laughs at his own jokes would come up with. The general rule i always thought is if you have to explain it, its wrong.
Good luck with the Barflower thing though.

Posted by: nicksull at August 17, 2008 9:48 AM in response to Streetlevel: A New Bar Coming to Cortelyou

Cyclists should be encouraged wherever and whenever possible for so many obvious reasons. But it beggers belief how seemingly unaware cyclists are about road rules and safety - confusing reckless action with a self righteous 'stick it to the man' mentality.
In England they used to have a cycling test for kids. It was basic but it saved thousands of lives. Here its the grown ups who need teaching.
Perhaps all cyclists should be made to do a 10 min cycling test to show the basics: a) They can recognise which way a one way street runs b) they can tell the color red from green c) know not to cycle on sidewalks and d) they know not to bleat about cyclists rights while they constantly endanger themselves and pedestrians with their holier than thou 'i aint stopping for you' attitude.
Perhaps the cops should concentrate on ticketing cyclists for running red lights (or riding on sidewalks) - make the city a fortune - and use it to pay for some rudimentary road proficiency test - things would get safer for everyone.

Posted by: nicksull at September 13, 2008 8:00 AM in response to Warnings to Cyclists Near the Bridge

Not eaten there but generally hear good things about the place. I wonder if they might consider cleaning the pidgeon shit of the awning someday. Its not terribly attractive...

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Posted by: nicksull at September 28, 2008 8:35 AM in response to Restaurant of the Day: Em Thai

Hi there

yes we have 6 radiators and are about to complete demo Tom / Fri

If you are interested you could come & look or I have pics

Call me 917 860 1272

Victoria

Posted by: nicksull at October 1, 2008 9:58 PM in response to ISO Victorian Cast Iron Radiators

Ironically the arrival of the interesting Building on Bond came too late for those stores as it may well drive healthy traffic to whatever replaces them. I did think the selections were kind of niche though. Nothing wrong with niche of course unless its the wrong niche.

Posted by: nicksull at October 3, 2008 12:05 PM in response to Another One Down on Bond

local to Boerum Hill that is...

Posted by: nicksull at October 5, 2008 11:35 AM in response to Seeking Shredder borrow or Hire

Hand caning is expensive, but it's worth it. Tri-State did four 25-yr old kitchen chairs for me a couple of years ago, and they look brand new. They do very nice work and I would use them again.

Posted by: guest at April 23, 2008 11:30 AM in response to Chair caning

I have two top quality white marble mantles to sell from a building that is being renovated. I will send photos. If interested or if you would like to visit and see in person contact Sasha at 347-276-2050. thx.

Posted by: guest at May 29, 2008 8:08 AM in response to Where can I sell old marble fireplace mantles

if you don't want these boring old stained mantles, why should anyone else?

Posted by: guest at May 29, 2008 9:11 PM in response to Marble Mantles, 8" custom moulding, antiques Contractor Sale

I'm interested in seeing pics for moulding.
judy.cameron@aig.com

Posted by: guest at May 30, 2008 1:35 PM in response to Marble Mantles, 8" custom moulding, antiques Contractor Sale

I have two steam radiators with Victorian scrollwork on them - both available. Email me at zeebee64@earthlink.net and I can provide pictures.

Posted by: zeebee_in_bklyn at October 1, 2008 10:03 PM in response to ISO Victorian Cast Iron Radiators