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stephanie
in Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks and Steps 13 years and 9 months ago
Parlor Floor rear DECK (step out/down)
We are Putting a deck off the parlor floor. Our dilemma… The step off the deck. We have seen it flush to the inside parlor…
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stencil
in Television 13 years and 9 months ago
Television / Home Theater Installer Recommendations
Looking to have a plasma TV wall mounted, and all wiring put in walls, including for rear surround speakers. Any recommendations? So many shady looking…
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xistent
in Flooring 13 years and 9 months ago
Bamboo Flooring
I posted recently asking for recommendations for bamboo flooring. I want to expand on that ask for feedback on bamboo flooring in general. Is it…
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xanthiner
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 9 months ago
Deck question
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e417ab9b594f-.jpg I’ve recently moved to Prospect Heights and found an apartment. When viewing, the landlord said that if we desired, for an extra $200 a…
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gasbklyn
in Doors 13 years and 9 months ago
Can anyone recommend someone to replace 2 door saddles?
Can anyone recommend someone to replace 2 door saddles?
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M
in Construction 13 years and 9 months ago
Ardex flooring
I would like to install a white cement floor with an epoxy glossy finish in the bathroom. The contractor suggested time ago Ardex. Has anyone…
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jasetheace
in Insurance 13 years and 9 months ago
Homeowners insurance
Does anyone have any good recommendations for Homeowners insurance. Its for a 4 floor brownstone with a garden rental. tia
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seriousasaheartattack
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 9 months ago
Basement Ceiling - exposed joists
Hi All, I’m currently in the process of removing our basement’s ancient, crumbling plaster ceiling as step one of making the space usable. My…
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xanthiner
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 9 months ago
Deck question
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e417ab9b594f-.jpg I’ve recently moved to Prospect Heights and found an apartment. When viewing, the landlord said that if we desired, for an extra $200 a…
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voltron
in General Contractors 13 years and 9 months ago
What legal actions can be done?
I have a contractor that has gone awol. Not answering phone messages or emails and has gone completely MIA. Problem is he has gone MIA…
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mbw
in Roofers 13 years and 9 months ago
What can be put on top of a rubber roof?
I am getting my roof redone. New rubber sheets and aluminum coated. I’d love to have some covering to make it nice (and occassionally walkable,…
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crownheightsluver
in Landmarks 13 years and 9 months ago
North Crown Heights Landmarking
Does anyone know if Pacific Street between Brooklyn and New York Avenues will be part of the Phase III land marking? I was also wondering…
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billy
in Building Code 13 years and 9 months ago
DOB Sprinkler worktype and Schedule B
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e40c917e275d-.jpg
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billy
in Construction 13 years and 9 months ago
Where can I post con-artist contractor beware warnings and my disaster project?
Community warning
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rebox
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 9 months ago
Marble Mantle Piece
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e4096fcbac7e-.jpg Missing that one piece? Marble mantle side — all that’s left, I’m afraid. It’s about 43 inches high. Perfect condition. Will sell cheap. Can…
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desperatelyseekingbrownstone
in Landlord 13 years and 9 months ago
Tax advantages of 3 vs. 4-family brownstone?
I currently own a 4-family brownstone (technically a commercial property). My family occupies the lower duplex, and rents out the two top floors. For property…
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bowl-of-dicks
in Drywall and Insulation 13 years and 9 months ago
Sheetrocker for small job
I am in need of a handyman with sheetrocking experience for a very small job in Bay Ridge. Wall is only 9′-6″x 10′-6″ and it…
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doubter
in Carpet and Upholstery 13 years and 9 months ago
so what's the real deal with Flor tiles?
They look great in all the listings and catalogs, but turn out to be nothing but pure dirt magnets in my house. What am I…
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