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ellistom
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 7 months ago
file with DoB for private roof hatch?
An owner in my co-op wants to install a private roof-hatch to access the roof (exercising her private roof rights) for the purpose of maintaining…
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JMT
in Architecture 13 years and 6 months ago
Ceiling on top floor sagging
We pulled down some sagging plaster and discovered that the entire ceiling (lathe and plaster and what looks like old 2 x 4 fir) is…
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guikazoid
in Inspection 13 years and 11 months ago
Realtor Recommended Inspector
I’ve been reading some articles about being weary about realtor recommend home inspectors. My realtor recommended Rich Perri. I have read amazing things about him on Brownstoner.…
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widthom
in Flooring 13 years and 6 months ago
Armstrong Vinyl Floor Tiles - 2 cases - 90 sq.ft.
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ecdb506374c0-.jpg I have 2 sealed cases of Armstrong “Imperial Texture” vinyl composition tiles. 45 sq.ft. in Pomegranate Red and 45 sq.ft. in Pumpkin Orange. Perfect…
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bennybushwick
in Glass 13 years and 6 months ago
Glass
Any recommendation a glass maker in Brooklyn . i am looking for a custom glass panel that i can place on top of antique…
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widthom
in Flooring 13 years and 6 months ago
Armstrong Vinyl Floor Tiles - 2 cases - 90 sq.ft.
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ecdb506374c0-.jpg I have 2 sealed cases of Armstrong “Imperial Texture” vinyl composition tiles. 45 sq.ft. in Pomegranate Red and 45 sq.ft. in Pumpkin Orange. Perfect…
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Dksbs
in Other 13 years and 6 months ago
Don't forget alternate side parking on Friday
Happy Thanksgiving to all. Don’t forget about alternate side parking on Friday. I did a few years ago and got a ticket. I also learned…
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Dksbs
in Other 13 years and 6 months ago
Don't forget alternate side parking on Friday
Happy Thanksgiving to all. Don’t forget about alternate side parking on Friday. I did a few years ago and got a ticket. I also learned…
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gardenchill
in Radiators 13 years and 6 months ago
Very, VERY loud clanking radiator
I have my radiator shut off due to the loud clanking. Does anyone know of a heating specialist/plumber that will take on a “small” job…
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flyingfish
in Quality of Life 13 years and 6 months ago
Need recommendations for video security for Brownstone
My mother lives alone in Cobble Hill, and some things have gone missing recently. She would like to put in a video security setup -…
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ronman
in Wood Restoration 13 years and 6 months ago
coffin corner turn at stop of stairs
During construction the “coffin corner” was cut, i want to replace it . the bottom shelf piece was a piece of wood. I have seen…
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lola
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 6 months ago
good carpenter
anyone recommend a good carpenter for some interior work, and someone to do some outdoor work on the brick addition to my brownstone which is…
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RunJoe
in Other 13 years and 6 months ago
Wall Thickness
In a typical pre-1900 brownstone, how thick are the walls? By my rough measurements, the Front and Rear Facade are ~ 18″, Interior Brick Partition…
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lenmo
in Doors 13 years and 6 months ago
painting front door of brownstone
what is a good black paint (not gossy but not matte either ) for a restored doubled exterior doors?
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SewardWasRight
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years and 6 months ago
Caulking Joints Between Bldg.'s
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ecb09e132ea9-.jpg There is water coming into my vestibule from a leak somewhere near to where there is an approx. 1/4″ gap (the rest is maybe…
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gjj210
in Quality of Life 13 years and 6 months ago
Looking for monthly parking in Red Hook. Any suggestions?
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BklynDeco
in Sewer 13 years and 6 months ago
Leader to sewer drain connection - what's the code?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ec7ecfce004d- In prep for the hurricane, my neighbor (we don’t speak, but that’s another story) disconnected the leader to sewer connection of his house – which…
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gardenchill
in Radiators 13 years and 6 months ago
Very, VERY loud clanking radiator
I have my radiator shut off due to the loud clanking. Does anyone know of a heating specialist/plumber that will take on a “small” job…
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