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kks

in Decks and Porches 14 years ago

powerwashing 3rd story deck

I’m trying to get rid of the mold on a third story deck, and was told that powerwashing with a bleach detergent was the best…

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steam_man

in Brownstoner 14 years ago

New Brownstoner- What would be cool list: (post your ideas here)

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Updated 14 years ago

dittoburg

in Painters, Strippers and Stainers 14 years ago

Radiator sandblasting

I’m thinking of having a radiator sandblasted (it has at least three layers of half flaky paint and half welded-on paint) and then repainted in…

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Updated 14 years ago

caperdog

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago

Painted wood stairs

The painted wood stairs in our brownstone are in pretty rough shape. What’s the best way to remove the old paint so that we can…

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kf

in Appliances 14 years ago

New Thermador fridge for sale

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4df6de0a5a501- Brand new Thermador 48″ wide counterdepth side-by-side refrigerator (KBUDT4855E) for sale. It retails at AJ Madison for over $9,500: http://www.ajmadison.com/cgi-bin/ajmadison/KBUDT4855E.html We are asking $6000…

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kks

in Decks and Porches 14 years ago

powerwashing 3rd story deck

I’m trying to get rid of the mold on a third story deck, and was told that powerwashing with a bleach detergent was the best…

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HomeSweetstuy

in Decks and Porches 14 years ago

I am contemplating building a deck off of the parlor. Does anyone have a rec for good reputable contractor? Tips?

Good experiences?

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neighborprospectpl

in Quality of Life 14 years ago

Do you hate lawn litter as much as I do?

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4df69cd4b070d- I’ve been so annoyed by all of the lawn litter, menus, ads, flyers, etc that get dumped on our property and finally took the…

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Updated 14 years ago

es711

in Taxes 14 years ago

421-a Tax Exemption Question. Please, advice!

I am considering purchasing a one-bedroom apartment in a new development. The building is not finished yet, and I am one of the first potential…

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Updated 14 years ago

neighborprospectpl

in Quality of Life 14 years ago

Do you hate lawn litter as much as I do?

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4df69cd4b070d- I’ve been so annoyed by all of the lawn litter, menus, ads, flyers, etc that get dumped on our property and finally took the…

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stevennn

in Permits 14 years ago

CONCRETE WORK NOT AUTHORIZED - CONCRETE PLACEMENT, FORMWORK,

What is the meaning of the phrase “STEEL REINFORCING NOT PERMITTED” on a permit? Is it to reinforce concrete with steel, or to reinforce steel…

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Updated 14 years ago

Edkay

in Flooring 14 years ago

Wood Floors

I have a 3-family house in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. After renovating one of the apartments, I have decided to refinish the living room and bedroom floors.…

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slopefarm

in Decks and Porches 14 years ago

Deck dilemma

Thanks for comments on my previous deck query. We have a bigger dilemma. We have a 1-story extension with a deck on top. The extension…

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Updated 14 years ago

kissiffer4

in Lawyers and legal service 14 years ago

Roof rights - Need some advice

Hi, We live on the top two floors of a brownstone in NYC and we are in the process of obtaining ‘roof rights’ from the…

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Updated 14 years ago

likemike

in Other 14 years ago

Can anyone recommend a good debris hauler for Brooklyn?

I have around 200 bags of 50lb dirt that needs to be hauled out from my backyard. Are there any companies in the city that…

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lapinagile

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago

Anyone have Brooklyn This Old House episodes?

Hi all, I’ve been searching everywhere for the 2009 This Old House episodes featuring a renovation of a Prospect Heights brownstone. Can’t find them on…

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esther

in Brownstoner 14 years ago

Roof Extension

Hello I am looking for an experienced general contractor who has years of experience with roof extensions, roof decks and bath and kitchen renos. Need…

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Updated 14 years ago

stephanie

in Doors 14 years ago

FRENCH DOOR for sale - Best offer

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4df40410a0dcc- Interior French Doors glass panes

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Updated 14 years ago

glarph

in Agents and Brokers 14 years ago

Recommendation for Rental Broker

Hi BStoners, It’s summer rental season and all my graduate students are moving on. I’m not trying to be lazy about finding renters–I’m on an…

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Updated 14 years ago

adb

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago

Bell Contracting-good? Stanley the Carpenter - bad.

Has anyone had experience with Brooklyn based contractor Bell Contracting? We’re looking to do stucco on the back of our house. I can warn you…

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