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in Lighting 13 years and 10 months ago
2 modern architectural items for sale. First up: Fabulux chandelier
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd1585936362-.jpg Fabulux (Brooklyn made!) bi-directional chandelier in excellent condition. See details here, but note that the one for sale is custom made to be smaller:…
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in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 10 months ago
Architectural salvage, next up: industrial modern custom raw steel railing
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd15a517f370-.jpg Was used at the top of stairs in second floor of a loft. In need of some repair in order to be secured again,…
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in Lighting 13 years and 10 months ago
2 modern architectural items for sale. First up: Fabulux chandelier
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd1585936362-.jpg Fabulux (Brooklyn made!) bi-directional chandelier in excellent condition. See details here, but note that the one for sale is custom made to be smaller:…
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jeanmarine2
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 10 months ago
Seeking referrals for preservationist contractors/professionals for a brownstone reno
We are planning a kitchen/deck renovation and would love referrals to contractors and other professionals who really “get” old brownstones and love the details and…
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CGmodern
in Doors 13 years and 10 months ago
Stripping Double Entry Doors
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd11d71dcf42-.jpg i know this has been asked a million times already, but the forum “search” ain’t what it used to be! I’m looking to have…
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Joanna
in Moving and Storage 13 years and 10 months ago
Moving/storage for temporary move-out
We will be renovating our two-bedroom apartment and will have to clear everything out for the renovation. Can anyone give me a ballpark estimate of…
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runes
in Lumber and Building Materials 13 years and 10 months ago
Scaffolding to protect garden from ivy removal
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd095c07c615-.jpg The 4-story high ivy on the adjacent wall in my backyard is going to be removed soon. I need to protect my garden while…
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in Flooring 13 years and 10 months ago
Floor Repair (for restored pine sub-floors)?
We’re seeking someone who can repair restored pine sub-floors. We restored ours in our 125-yr-old brownstone since the previous owners had put yucky engineered flooring…
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Alfie
in Accounting 13 years and 10 months ago
Collecting rental income as a non-American
I’m considering buy a 2 family home that I was planning on renting out to tenants. I am not an American citizen, and am here…
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jmax
in Appliances 13 years and 10 months ago
Source for discounted appliances
We’re in contract on a one-bedroom apartment in Boerum Hill. The kitchen (including appliances) is dated, but very much usable, so we’re planning to wait…
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cohenlink
in Furniture 13 years and 10 months ago
extremely well preserved and beautiful pair of SILK SOFAS / couches
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd0a71ad01cf-.jpg extremely well preserved and beautiful PAIR OF SILK sofas/couch- $500 EACH or $1000 both Measurements are H: 27 D: 32.5 L: 85 Additional pictures:…
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cohenlink
in Furniture 13 years and 10 months ago
extremely well preserved and beautiful pair of SILK SOFAS / couches
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd0a71ad01cf-.jpg extremely well preserved and beautiful PAIR OF SILK sofas/couch- $500 EACH or $1000 both Measurements are H: 27 D: 32.5 L: 85 Additional pictures:…
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runes
in Lumber and Building Materials 13 years and 10 months ago
Scaffolding to protect garden from ivy removal
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd095c07c615-.jpg The 4-story high ivy on the adjacent wall in my backyard is going to be removed soon. I need to protect my garden while…
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11231
in Flooring 13 years and 10 months ago
Lowes Tile Installation?
Wondering if anyone can comment on Lowes for tile installation? Am considering for basement floor. Seems to cost about $5.50 sq ft. Thank You.
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lasignora
in Antiques 13 years and 10 months ago
Antique lighting for sale
2 sets of elegant, gilded sconces; 2 lovely, petite chandeliers, four, French flush mount ceiling lights with glass shades and ornate bases. Moving and new…
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ktm6
in Doors 13 years and 10 months ago
Pocket door and panel door for sale
approx 88″ high, 38″ wide, 2 1/2″ thick in good condition (see picture) http://doorsforsale.wordpress.com/2012/06/04/doors-for-sale/ other panel door – approx 90″ high, 32″ wide, 1 3/4″…
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ktm6
in Doors 13 years and 10 months ago
Pocket door and panel door for sale
approx 88″ high, 38″ wide, 2 1/2″ thick in good condition (see picture) http://doorsforsale.wordpress.com/2012/06/04/doors-for-sale/ other panel door – approx 90″ high, 32″ wide, 1 3/4″…
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DouglasAlan
in Sidewalks 13 years and 10 months ago
Repairing Sidewalk and Front - Cost and Time?
I’m looking to redo my sidewalk and front area. I’m assuming this means jackhammering up what’s there and pouring all new concrete, but if it…
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stickerhappy
in Counters 14 years and 7 months ago
Bowling alley countertops
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e5bba03cd1f1-.jpg I am considering buying a couple of 3.5×7.5′ slabs of old bowling alley floor, maybe 3″ thick, to construct kitchen countertops. I’d like to…
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