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mbw
in Architecture 14 years and 1 month ago
Can i put a Rooftop garden on a landmark brownstone?
I have a landmark brownstone in fort greene, and would like to put a roof deck on it plus railing all around for safety. I…
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rebox
in Furniture 14 years and 1 month ago
Pair of Chintz Loveseats
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e5027708ed56-.jpg These two loveseats are in mint condition — no damage or fading. Really pretty, and perfect for tight spaces. Call 347-452-3640 if interested. We…
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BRay
in Cellar 14 years and 1 month ago
Need Experienced Basement Contractor
We’re looking for a company that has experience in basements and with the various products out there to help with waterproofing, humidity, and sealing. thanks
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april
in Architectural Salvage 14 years and 1 month ago
19th Century Italian Floor Tiles For Sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e5003a8ae82f-.jpg Approximately 140 antique ceramic floor tiles (size: 6.5″ x 6.5″) from Italy. $400 or best offer. Originally purchased at Amighini Architectural Inc. for $836…
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Bar
in Masonry 14 years and 2 months ago
Need Mason to build brick & slate steps to parlor floor entrance-recs needed.
Hi Brownstoners I live in a wood frame house and the wood steps I have just leak, leak, leak from the top level platform. Also,…
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Bar
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 14 years and 1 month ago
Need Plasterer/Painter recommendations
Have sagging parlor ceiling and walls that haven’t been painted in too long. Need personal recommendations for plasterer/painter who can restore, and won’t sheetrock. Thank…
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abr
in Carpet and Upholstery 14 years and 1 month ago
Recs for carpet installation
I need to carpet a staircase in the common area in my building and maybe one room in an apartment. Anyone have any recs for…
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11231
in Insurance 14 years and 1 month ago
How much insurance should one want/expect a general contractor to have for a major brownstone renovation?
How much insurance should one want/expect a general contractor to have for a major brownstone renovation (not a gut, but moving kitchen, putting in bathroom, doing…
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M
in Construction 14 years and 1 month ago
mosaic tile installation
the installer working in my bathroom is having problems installing 1×1 mosaic tiles. The problem is that they are mounted on a mesh. He explained…
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xistent
in Flooring 14 years and 1 month ago
Bamboo Floor Recommendations
I know they are not equal and trying to find a good quality floor for a good price. I have the genearal understanding for the…
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xistent
in Flooring 14 years and 1 month ago
Bamboo Floor Recommendations
I know they are not equal and trying to find a good quality floor for a good price. I have the genearal understanding for the…
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anon552
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 14 years and 1 month ago
External Waterproofing: Our Time Has Come...Help Us Make it Painless (and affordable)
After years of applying band-aids to the problem, this past weekend’s storms have convinced us of the necessity of definitively waterproofing the exterior of our…
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smokeythebear
in Quality of Life 14 years and 1 month ago
Get ready to Party!!
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e4e6a7b34f50-.jpg **When: August 25th, 6:30 pm ** **Where: ****Ocean’s 8 at ****308 Flatbush Avenue** **What:** Do you really have to ask? Awwwww yeah! It’s that time again folks!…
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dodgechris
in Doors & Windows 14 years and 1 month ago
Install iron bar above gate in stoop???
Hi, Would anyone know who I could contact to get an iron bar installed above the top of gate – the gate is under a…
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CHgal
in Waste Management 14 years and 1 month ago
The corner of Lafayette and Classon is overflowing with garbage daily. Who can I contact to get the situation cleaned up?
How can I get a public garbage situation cleaned up? The corner of Lafayette and Classon is disgusting. There is a public trash can there…
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butterfingers
in Garden 14 years and 1 month ago
Backyard mosquito advice?
Our shady backyard is lousy with mosquitoes and therefore goes largely unused. In an effort to deal with the pest situation, we are considering removing…
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M
in Construction 14 years and 1 month ago
mosaic tile installation
the installer working in my bathroom is having problems installing 1×1 mosaic tiles. The problem is that they are mounted on a mesh. He explained…
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Sweet-Action
in Building Code 14 years and 1 month ago
Fire door between units
The door that separates our garden level rental unit from the stairway to the rest of our house doesn’t appear to be a fire-rated door.…
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anonymous
in Construction 14 years and 1 month ago
consequences of firing contractor?
Hello. My wife and I are in the process of remodeling our 2-family wood frame in south slope, starting with the rental unit downstairs and…
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11231
in Insurance 14 years and 1 month ago
How much insurance should one want/expect a general contractor to have for a major brownstone renovation?
How much insurance should one want/expect a general contractor to have for a major brownstone renovation (not a gut, but moving kitchen, putting in bathroom, doing…
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