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jeanmarine2

in Flooring 13 years and 4 months ago

Any Danger in Removing Stick-on Linoleum Tiles by Myself?

Is there any danger/risk in removing stick-on linoleum tiles myself?  These are 12″x12″ and I was able to mostly put a fingernail under the corner…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

kteiro

in Lighting 13 years and 4 months ago

Keyless Locks

I’m thinking of installing a keyless lock on my apartment (condo) door, either a mechanical or electronic version. Has anyone done this, and if so,…

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charlesparker

in Construction 13 years and 4 months ago

Is a tenant able to withhold rent due to noise in the building?

I have a tenant who has refused to pay rent due to construction noise one of our neighbors was making over the course of two…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

cohenlink

in Furniture 13 years and 4 months ago

2 matching silk sofas with beautiful wood details FOR SALE

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ff182a875af3-.jpg Selling these 2 beautiful matching sofas as they do not fit my parlor. Material is silk with detailedwoodwork on the sides. Price – $500 each…

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cohenlink

in Furniture 13 years and 4 months ago

2 matching silk sofas with beautiful wood details FOR SALE

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ff182a875af3-.jpg Selling these 2 beautiful matching sofas as they do not fit my parlor. Material is silk with detailedwoodwork on the sides. Price – $500 each…

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nycgirl

in Doors 13 years and 4 months ago

where can I buy upscale letters and numbers for the apartment doors in the brownstone where I live.

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ff177daa5f65-.jpg There are two apartments per floor, and we want the doors to look good.

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ebp

in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 4 months ago

Bannister Re-Finishing/Restoration

Hi, Our interior bannister is in need of major repair: super wobbly, 15 missing spindles, last painted in the early 60’s.  It goes up 3…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

brownlime

in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 4 months ago

A Good Attorney

After searching for almost 2 years for a Brooklyn brownstone, I gave up (the good ones are swallowed by the super-rich) and started looking for a…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

deano

in Flooring 13 years and 4 months ago

Refinishing old parquet floors

My dilemma – I have old parquet floors that are down to 1/4″ or so thick in places.  They have clear varnish on them, so…

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ezzie1

in Masonry 13 years and 4 months ago

i an looking for somone with experience in staining exterior concrete. Any suggestions?

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minasimon

in Boiler Repair 13 years and 4 months ago

Oil to Gas Conversion for 1 Family

We started calling for estimates.  One plumber told us we didn’t have to file for the conversion since we’re a 1 family home.  Is this…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

laxman

in Decks and Porches 13 years and 4 months ago

Non-combustible deck

Someone recently told me about this aluminum decking product called LockDry (see http://www.lockdry.com/). This product is highly recommended by Consumer Reports. I am looking to have…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

NEMATT

in Real Estate - Rentals 13 years and 4 months ago

Good Rental Broker in Park Slope?

I’m moving back to Brooklyn after a few years away.  I’m looking for a 3BR rental in Park Slope, and am trying to figure out…

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angiefish

in Glass 13 years and 4 months ago

1hr fire rated glass

Where can I find somebody to install 1hr fire rated glass for a lot line window?   Thanks!

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

greenwoodnewowner

in Cellar 13 years and 4 months ago

basement remodel first steps?

How does one determine the soundness of a basement  (in terms of water, mold, and insects/rodents)? We would like to remodel the basement of our…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

CG11231

in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years and 4 months ago

What is brownstone special cement?

I asked contractor whether final coat on exterior stairs and facade repair would be stucco.  His answer: “Final brownstone coat will not be stucco but…

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jeanmarine2

in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 4 months ago

Park Slope Kitchen Gallery - Feedback

Have any of you used Park Slope Kitchen Gallery near Prospect Avenue and 5th Avenue in Park Slope?  I’d be interested in feedback, good and/or…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

SewardWasRight

in Inspection 13 years and 4 months ago

Fire-Proofing Inspection Follies

At long last, at the end of my renovation, I am told I am supposed to have a fire-proofing inspection to be sure that any…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

stephanie

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 4 months ago

Kitchen in basement w/o permit

Hi. I found a great house but was upset to find a kitchen and bath (both very nicely done) in the basement. I checked NYC.gov…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

ejalbk

in Marble 13 years and 7 months ago

Renewing Marble Stair Treads?

We have white marble interior stair treads in our building. They surely looked great fifty years ago, but now, not so much! We want to…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

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