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sirk98
in Antiques 14 years and 3 months ago
restoring brass hardware
Any tips on restoring brass hardware (for example) on an entry door? I just replaced my door, but want to put the old brass plate…
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mjneuwirth
in Chimney and Fireplace 14 years and 3 months ago
DOB is requiring a 'chimney smoke test' but what is the methodology we're supposed to use and who can perform this?
We are in the process of changing the certificate of occupancy of our brownstone from a 3-family to a 1- or 2-family home after combining…
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slightREobsession
in Other 14 years and 3 months ago
Damp Garden Floor - Normal?
The garden floor in our newly acquired brownstone gets really damp at the moment, particularly after a rainstorm (the flip side is that it does…
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sirk98
in Doors 14 years and 3 months ago
Fire Door Replacement
I recently had the entry door on my coop apt replaced. I had a terrific experience with NY Fire Door. I spoke with Gus and…
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anonymous
in DIY 14 years and 3 months ago
Where can I get quality brick veneers at a good price?
I know about brickit.com and just got back from Lowe’s (brickit is the brand they use). Home Depot does not sell any sort of brick…
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ebsjb
in Real Estate - General 14 years and 3 months ago
Investment Property Location
I am thinking of buying an investment brownstone in Bedford-Stuyvesant. What do you Brownstoners think of the neighborhood– are young people moving into the area,…
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xistent
in Painters, Strippers and Stainers 14 years and 3 months ago
Great House Painter
I want to give a recommendation after finishing painting 2 floors of our house. We had a great experience with a guy who worked alone…
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slightREobsession
in Other 14 years and 3 months ago
Damp Garden Floor - Normal?
The garden floor in our newly acquired brownstone gets really damp at the moment, particularly after a rainstorm (the flip side is that it does…
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amberpierce
in Wood Restoration 14 years and 3 months ago
Does anybody have contact info for Bill Boggert (sp?), a woodworker in BedStuy? Thanks!
Does anybody have contact info for Bill Boggert (sp?) a woodworker in Bed Stuy? I found him on Brownstoner (he was recommended for work on…
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dylanfan
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 14 years and 3 months ago
DoB Inspections
My plumber had a DoB inspection scheduled for July 29th at 8am. At 7:30 am, I was there, the plumber was there, and my interior…
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dkinbk
in Real Estate - Rentals 14 years and 3 months ago
What do townhouses typically rent for in Park Slope?
My family is moving to Park Slope and we’re looking to rent a townhouse or triplex. I saw one listing for a townhouse on Lincoln…
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Nadya5
in Masonry 14 years and 3 months ago
Does anyone know of a good mason?
Someone to build a brick wall? not too expensive?
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guikazoid
in Roofers 14 years and 3 months ago
Roof Installations - Home Depot
Has anyone ever used the Home Depot to install a new roof? If so, what was the experience like?
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calle3441
in Architecture 14 years and 3 months ago
Architect / Designer for Rooftop Deck
Looking to redesign and possibly expand the rooftop deck for a 35-unit condo in Park Slope. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. We are not…
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monikaw
in Conversion 14 years and 5 months ago
Basement Conversion
We are moving into a new house and would like to convert the basement (currently unfinished) into a guest room/office/storage area. Has anyone done this…
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xistent
in Flooring 14 years and 3 months ago
BAMBOO FLOOR RECCOMENDATIONS NEEDED
We are redoing our English basement. We want to put in a bamboo floor as it deals with moisture fairly well. Any suggestions for a…
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hchanking
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 14 years and 3 months ago
Is the underlying structure on a unit's balcony or terrace considered condo common area or part of the individual unit's responsibilty for repair?
The exterior facade is considered to be part of the building envelope (common areas) but is the underlying structure for the balconies, common or individual…
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gowanusgus
in Building Code 14 years and 3 months ago
Can I remove a ceiling overhead light per NYC code?
Hi, We want to remove the sole ceiling overhead light in our living room (and use just floor lamps.) But a friend warned it might…
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Brooklynnative
in Flooring 14 years and 3 months ago
Is it possible to sand and poly 1000 square feet of wood floors in 3 days????
Hi, I’m getting my parlor floor rental spruced up for a new tenant. It’s huge 2,000 square foot duplexed into an English basement. I’m getting…
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aptquestion
in Landlord 14 years and 3 months ago
Leak from ceiling drowned my laptop - Landlord is asking me to move out, out of nowhere
Hi everyone, I was recommended this site by a friend and site member after asking where I could find information regarding my situation. I have…
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