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brooklynhouselove
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 11 months ago
Painting vs. Staining a wooden deck?
What is the difference? I want to paint the floor of the deck in my yard. Can I just buy exterior paint in Mahogany or…
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CGar
in Permits 13 years and 11 months ago
Risks of Buying Condo without Permits for Prior Renovations
It turns out that, without obtaining permits, the Sellers of a condo that I have been negotiating to buy closed off the cathedral ceiling over the living…
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bedstuytownhouse
in Cleaning and Maid Services 13 years and 11 months ago
Looking for reliable cleaning person
Hi all, Looking for a reliable, trustworthy cleaning person to come in once a week to clean our unit in Bed Stuy. Does anyone have…
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slopegirl
in Architecture 13 years and 11 months ago
we need an architect
someone willing to do things on a budget, not one of these million dollar gut types, though I know it will cost real money. our…
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dylan621
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 11 months ago
Shade Options for a Deck
We have a deck off our living room that we need to shade somehow without cutting off the great natural light to our living room. At…
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snarkolepctic
in Construction 13 years and 11 months ago
How long to get DOB permits using an expeditor?
We’re not changing the C of O, Architect is self certifying the drawings. He keeps saying we will get the permits “quickly” but I would…
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BoerumHill
in Brownstoner 13 years and 11 months ago
Brownstoner mobile?
Is there an app to read Brownstoner on a mobile device?
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chanel
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 11 months ago
Boiler Issues in a 'New Condo'-How to fix
Hi there, So, I just got an apartment style condo in Prospect Heights. Unfortunately, the heating system is not working properly. It never reaches the…
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devineopine
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 13 years and 11 months ago
Stripping/Painting over lead paint
Hi all, I am in the midst of looking to buy a 2bed, 2bath pre-war apartment, but I’m not in a position to do a…
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jlindy
in Construction 13 years and 11 months ago
Renovation recommendation - The Tinker's Wagon
We had just purchased a 2BR apartment that had a decade earlier been converted to one large bedroom, and needed to convert it back to…
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jeanmarine2
in Architecture 13 years and 11 months ago
Renovation costs - second opinion?
I’d love some feedback on how people have handled conflicting feedback from professionals as to how much a house renovation will cost and what the…
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cstanger
in Family and Parenting 13 years and 11 months ago
Nanny + twins + stairs
Hi everyone, My wife and I are expecting twins and, as a result, need to upgrade to a 2BR apartment. Logistically, an elevator building is…
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housepoor
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 11 months ago
Kitchen Cabinet Refacing
Can anyone suggest who does a good job with kitchen cabinet refacing? I know Home Depot does this. Has anyone used them? It is small…
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jeanmarine2
in Architecture 13 years and 11 months ago
Architects and pricing - question
I’d love advice on how to hire an architect as I’m really stumped. This is for a deck and kitchen. I’ve gotten quotes that are…
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brklynj
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 11 months ago
Replacement Windows for Wood Frame House
Would love manufacturer input on replacing all the windows on our woodframe rowhouse. Full inside renovation as well as replacing the siding. Double-Hung with clad…
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JMT
in For Sale 14 years and 1 month ago
Free approx. 75 sq. feet old 1.5 inch oak strip flooring
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f4f69f1964a3-.jpg Free to pick up in Greenpoint approx. 75 sq. feet of 1 1/2 inch wide 5/16 thick oak strip flooring (type that is usually…
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chanel
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 11 months ago
Boiler Issues in a 'New Condo'-How to fix
Hi there, So, I just got an apartment style condo in Prospect Heights. Unfortunately, the heating system is not working properly. It never reaches the…
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Nilso
in Doors & Windows 14 years and 7 months ago
Wood Window Restoration
Am looking for recommendations for wood window restoration. There are a few people I have contacted, yet nobody appears to be interested in the job. Thank you…
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