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gnanda

in General Discussion 12 years and 9 months ago

classic style cast iron radiator

I have a classic style cast iron radiator for sale. Dimensions are 38? tall, 29? wide and 9? deep. It is located in Carroll Gardens…

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gnanda

in General Discussion 12 years and 9 months ago

Classic Style Cast Iron Radiator available

I have a classic style cast iron radiator for sale. Dimensions are 38″ tall, 29″ wide and 9″ deep. It is located in Carroll Gardens…

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monkey1

in General Discussion 12 years and 9 months ago

Stabbing/Shooting on Vanderbilt Saturday Night?

I was walking my dog to the park Sunday morning on Vanderbit and noticed a significant blood trail from the corner of Vanderbilt/Dean by Woodwork…

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jeanmarine2

in Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago

Floor job - new wood planks don't match old, looks bad - what do I do now

My contractor used new pine to complete the kitchen floor when we opened up an air shaft for a bigger kitchen space, and the new…

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carolynweiss

in Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago

Paint consultant?

Anyone know of a paint consultant? Someone who could essentially spend an hour with us walking through our new apartment and talking about paint color…

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Updated 12 years and 9 months ago

ontheprowl

in Real Estate - Sales 13 years and 7 months ago

New home buyers seeking knowledge

Hello fellow brooklynites! I was born and raised in the Sheepshead Bay and Bensonhurst areas of Brooklyn. I am now ready to buy my first…

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xiuxiuxiu

in General Discussion 12 years and 9 months ago

Bamboo removal in backyard

I was wondering if anyone could recommend someone who can help remove bamboo from our backyard, which would include preventing future growth by cutting /…

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Updated 12 years and 9 months ago

bradeinhorn

in Food and Drink 12 years and 9 months ago

Stainless Fridge for Sale

Fridgedaire fridge for sale. It’s about 3.5 years old. We are doing a condo combination and need to kill one kitchen. It’s in great working…

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Updated 12 years and 9 months ago

huesos

in General Discussion 12 years and 9 months ago

Owner Occupancy Eviction Case or Filing DHCR Form RA-54?

If the owner of a multi-family building with some rent-stabilized tenants wants to empty the building of tenants and use the whole building for the…

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Updated 12 years and 9 months ago

carolynweiss

in Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago

Seeking contractor for minor renovation

We are looking for a contractor to help spruce up our new 3 BR apartment. The bulk of the work is refinishing the wood floor…

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Updated 12 years and 9 months ago

mediamaven56

in General Discussion 12 years and 9 months ago

Buying a house BEFORE it goes on the market?

Hi all, I’m finally ready to buy a multi-family home in Brooklyn but am having a SUPER hard time finding something I can afford. It…

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Updated 12 years and 9 months ago

saaramatthews

in For Sale 12 years and 9 months ago

For Sale: Beautiful, Antique Oak Mantel

Selling a beautiful oak mantel salvaged from a Brownstown renovation. It’s in very good condition, and well stripped. There are some areas that would benefit…

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Updated 12 years and 9 months ago

topperbowers

in General Discussion 12 years and 9 months ago

Recommending EcoBrooklyn

We have worked with Eco Brooklyn on a couple home repairs over the years and they have always been great. We first approached them to…

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Updated 12 years and 9 months ago

rationalist

in Antiques 12 years and 10 months ago

Recommendation for Green Roof Builder

I want to recommend Gennaro Brooks-Church of EcoBrooklyn.com as a green roof builder.  We bought a house with a roof done by him and have…

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Updated 12 years and 9 months ago

destinedtorent

in General Discussion 12 years and 9 months ago

Very local mover recommendation wanted

Im moving my studio in the Brooklyn Navy Yard to another building about 50 yards away. Have some large and heavy pieces that I need…

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Updated 12 years and 9 months ago

Edkay

in General Discussion 12 years and 9 months ago

Claw-Foot Cast-Iron Bathtub for Sale

I’m looking to sell a cast-iron bathtub that dates back to 1899, located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. In good condition, but does need reglazing.

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Updated 12 years and 9 months ago

tlocane

in General Discussion 12 years and 9 months ago

Does a C of O Trump the DOB's Website Info?

If a building has a certificate of occupancy that is recently dated, and states “Multiple Dwelling Law Classification: None”, but the city’s DOB website states…

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Updated 12 years and 9 months ago

menierchoc

in General Discussion 12 years and 9 months ago

Solid Brass showerhead/bath wall mount (photo)

For sale porcelain handles email menierchoc@yahoo.com for better photos $500 or best offer

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heightsguy

in General Discussion 12 years and 9 months ago

Vandalised Etched Glass

My entry door had etching acid graffiti. Not a lot. Its not my home. Is there any fix other than replacing the glass?

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jfacciol

in General Discussion 12 years and 9 months ago

Carroll Gardens Historic District

Does anyone have photos or architectural renderings of the district prior to the 1939-1941 tax photos? If you do have them, please let me know.…

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