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MDR
in Flooring 12 years and 11 months ago
WOOD FLOORING SOURCE
I’m looking for a good economical source for traditional solid wood t&g 3/4″ flooring. I prefer an unfinished hardwood like white oak, ash or maple.…
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anne_nyc
in Metalwork 12 years and 7 months ago
ISO Iron work recommendation for small job
Hi – The day has come and our washing machine has died. It came with the house and we have no idea how the last…
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nancy sullivqn
in Demolition 12 years and 7 months ago
Dumpster use? A few basic questions
Questions about dumpster use… 1\. Any permit needed from NYC? DOB? 2\. Will this tip off the DOB in some way to request an inspection…
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streaker
in Drywall and Insulation 12 years and 7 months ago
Sandy and Mold risk?
Sandy wiped out the lower level of my home in Manhattan Beach. I have no flood insurance and they say they won’t pay. Fema will…
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theoperadiva
in Heating 12 years and 7 months ago
Concrete sink fabricator?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/509dc3ce92509-.jpg We’re looking for someone local or in New Jersey to fabricate a concrete and wood sink for us (photo below). Any recommendations?
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theoperadiva
in Heating 12 years and 7 months ago
Concrete sink fabricator?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/509dc3ce92509-.jpg We’re looking for someone local or in New Jersey to fabricate a concrete and wood sink for us (photo below). Any recommendations?
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emekap
in Doors 12 years and 7 months ago
Replacing damaged wood doors in brownstone with Jeld-Wen Molded Wood Composite Interior Doors. Any thoughts?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5093f301ba4d3-.jpg Went to Dykes as I needed to replace a number of interior doors that are somewhat badly damaged and when I went there the…
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crownrenovation
in Flooring 12 years and 7 months ago
Tung Oil floors in garden rental??? Bad Idea?
We are looking to refinish the floors in the townhouse we are purchasing. Triplex over garden rental. We are going with a tung oil finish…
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argylerd
in Heating 12 years and 7 months ago
WALL HUNG HOT WATER BOILER
Anyone have experience with wall hung hot water boiler? Asking on behalf of flood victim who lost boiler in flooded basement. A wall hung unit…
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streaker
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 7 months ago
Sandy destroyed boiler - no money for new one. Anyone can suggest good plumber who could rehabilitate old boiler if possible?
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kellyj
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 12 years and 7 months ago
vapor barrier extension floor
During the inspection of the home we are looking to buy, there was an issue with no vapor barrier being installed under the extension (small…
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owner12
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 7 months ago
looking for a used spiral staircase
Hello We are looking for a used spiral stair case (either metal or wood) for an interior remodel.. Height is approx 12 feet ( currently…
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slvillager
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 7 months ago
partial bathroom reno?
not sure if I’m asking for trouble here or not. we have a working bathroom that needs updating. the floor tile and toilet need replacement,…
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overflowbk
in Appliances 12 years and 7 months ago
Engineer to Check Foundation and Load Bearing walls.
I own a home in Red Hook that took in almost took in 2 foot of water on the top floor. The crawl space was…
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MyGoodEye
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 7 months ago
FIREPLACE : Recommendation requested
Every year at around this time I get the same idea: I need a fireplace! I have a brownstone with the requisite chimney…
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ProHeights66
in Appliances 12 years and 7 months ago
Need advice/references for Rebuilding in Gerritsen Beach
The family home in Gerritsen Beach (built in 1920 or so) was flooded in Sandy and will need considerable repair and reconstruction. I will be…
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TracyT
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 7 months ago
fireplace mantel for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/509bf953dbfed-.jpg Mantel has been painted, but apparently not many times (details are crisp) Asking $700–less than you would find at an architectural savage place. Call…
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daveinbedstuy
in Appliances 12 years and 7 months ago
Anyone ever dealt with A.J. Madison buying appliances?
Their website shows an incredible selection available and vey low prices, not to mention free shipping over $699 and no taxes if shipped out of…
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