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VAtoBK
in About Brooklyn 11 years ago
Floor finishing -- Poly alternative
I need to finish new white oak floors and would love to hear from anyone who has used a non-polyurethane solution. I am hoping to…
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VAtoBK
in About Brooklyn 11 years ago
Custom wood doors - Advice please!
I am about 3/4 through a full gut reno of an 1894 brownstone and we need to order doors — starting to see the finish…
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evesieg
in About Brooklyn 11 years ago
homeowners rights regarding neighbors construction
Can anyone offer advice on homeowners rights regarding neighbors construction situation? Our neighbors- a condo building next to us needs to re-do their exterior stucco…
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someonecalleddob
in Exterminator 11 years ago
Mice between the walls... what should we do?
Approximately 2 weeks ago I heard mice scurrying between my floors. So I went out and bought some traps. I’ve yet to catch them. There…
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coopfornow
in Renovation 11 years ago
reglazing
Any recommendations? I want to get a tub re-glazed. I understand that with good care it may last 5-7 years and that would work quite…
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ps158
in Heating 11 years ago
has anyone bought a radiator from www.steamradiators.com
Thinking of purchasing the 1-pipe model, Charleston Pro, (http://steamradiators.com/orderingpages/charlestonpro.html) for a few rooms in our house. Has anyone bought these? Do you like them? They…
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ps158
in Bath & Kitchen 11 years ago
neo-angle shower: glass enclosure or shower curtain rod?
We’re putting in a small full bathroom (5′ 6″ X 5′ 8″) on the first floor of our house. We’re installing a neo-angle shower in…
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amazingcw
in Roofers 11 years ago
Plumber for Sprinkler System Inspection
Hello Brownstoner – I am looking for a plumber to inspect or sprinkler system. Can someone recommend a qualified plumber and tell me roughly what…
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schmu
in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years ago
Has anyone replaced their sewer line?
I am about to replace my lead water main. I was told after having a camera sent down my sewer line that some roots have…
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enew555
in About Brooklyn 11 years ago
Nightmare electrician
How is it possible that a electrican can rewire an entire brownstone and says he can’t wire the electrical components needed for my new gas…
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catboot
in About Brooklyn 11 years ago
Forum is getting Spam-y again
Is there a way we can flag spam posts to the forum?
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bexcellent
in Building Code 11 years ago
No C of O and subtractions from property
So I’m hopefully buying a little house in Midwood that was built in 1920\. It has no C of O and no real red flags…
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Oakisles1
in About Brooklyn 11 years ago
Entry Doors Require Refinish
I am in Carol Gardens and our double entry doors require sanding and polyurethane. I am having difficulty finding someone who does this work. I…
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slamons
in About Brooklyn 11 years ago
Does mini split work at primary heat?
Wondering if anyone has experience… this so called certified contractor tried to sell me on putting a couple of mini splits on each floor and…
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economush
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago
Slightly OT: Warning neighbors about construction
Looking for some advice. I’m about to close on a house and start a fairly substantial renovation. What’s a nice way to introduce myself to…
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gauri
in For Sale 11 years ago
Large Frameless Mirror $99
Selling Large Frameless Mirror $99 This is a like new condition frameless mirror. The monogrammed K shown in the picture is not in this mirror.…
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gauri
in For Sale 11 years ago
New Macys Twin mattress and Box Spring – $150
Selling New Macys Twin mattress and Box Spring – $150 Selling New Macys Twin mattress and Box Spring Items were purchased new last year but…
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hotpinksharpie
in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years and 2 months ago
Any drawbacks from putting Washer and Dryer on top floor?
Just wondering if anyone has experience with using a high capacity front loading washer and dryer on the top floor of a brownstone. An appliance…
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