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ittnyc1

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Where to Buy Bathroom Wall Tiles? (Update)

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f6749784cea1-.jpg   I am new to the Brownstoner forum. I came across a post titled “Where to Buy Bathroom Wall Tiles” and someone recommened my…

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ittnyc1

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Where to Buy Bathroom Wall Tiles? (Update)

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f6749784cea1-.jpg   I am new to the Brownstoner forum. I came across a post titled “Where to Buy Bathroom Wall Tiles” and someone recommened my…

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swngnmonk

in Doors & Windows 14 years and 1 month ago

Venting bathroom on the top floor

So I’m about to renovate my bathroom, and one of the issues I’d like to deal with is venting. Currently, there’s no vent in the…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

brooklynmaterials

in Architectural Salvage 14 years and 1 month ago

Wood reclaimed from old bowling alley lanes - for counter, table, desk, bar, etc.

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f673bc3e7a30-.jpg We have a few pieces left so posting one last time… Salvaged sections of old bowling lane floor from a closed down bowling alley…

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jjq

in Building Code 14 years and 1 month ago

PLG Legal Two-Families w/Basement Apartment

My wife and I are looking for a two-family with a legally-zoned basement apartment in PLG.    Now, the zoning and legal use laws are…

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terryhoppy

in Doors & Windows 14 years and 8 months ago

IN NEED OF INTERIOR WINDOW SHUTTERS

IN NEED OF INTERIOR WINDOW SHUTTER – 43″ HIGH 8″ WIDE

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

CHM

in Roofers 14 years and 1 month ago

Need repair work for our crown molding on brownstone facade

I think it’s called the crown on a brownstone – it’s the decorative molding piece right under the roof.  A squirrel somehow found its way…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

nodnyc

in Masonry 14 years and 1 month ago

Fallen Lintel

Last night the lintel from the center of the window on the top floor of my (painted brick) townhouse just fell off and crashed to…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

Gobbaloon

in Insurance 14 years and 1 month ago

Exterior Work and Insurance

I need to get exterior work done on our 4-storey building. But I’m terrified that someone will fall off (or drop something off) either the…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

nintzk

in Painters and Painting & Stripping 14 years and 1 month ago

Skim Coating...cost and recommendations

Im looking to have an approximately 700-800 sq. ft. apartment skim coated.  This is going to be an apartment for rent, so I do not…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

57spring

in Construction 14 years and 1 month ago

Suggestions/Cost for filling in concrete trench

We recently upgraded our Con Ed electrical lines and were left with a rectangular trench in the concrete patio in front of our house in…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

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Skylight replacement, roof deck repairs and door replacement

Hi, We need to replace a couple of skylights and have some work done on the roof deck around these skylights. Also, need the door…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

flipnbrooklyn

in Landscaping 14 years and 1 month ago

Professional Landscaping: Worth It or Not?

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f651d48951ee-.jpg Hi Fellow Brownstoners, My wife and I have been contemplating on whether should have our private patio fixed & designed by a professional landscaper. …

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

r-squared

in Roofers 14 years and 1 month ago

Seeking a top Victorian roofer / contractor

Hello I’m looking at a house in Victorian flatbush. It seems in very good condition as far as I can tell, but I’m no expert…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

dancingirl

in Flooring 14 years and 1 month ago

Painted/Glazed Pine Floors

Has anyone painted or glazed their pine floors?  I have see some technique where it looks like a sheer color and you can still see…

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josh moynahan

in Furniture 14 years and 1 month ago

CHURCH PEW FOR SALE

we have a church pew for sale – ask is $200.  It is dark wood and about 5.5′ long.  If it makes any difference, it may…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

josh moynahan

in Furniture 14 years and 1 month ago

CHURCH PEW FOR SALE

we have a church pew for sale – ask is $200.  It is dark wood and about 5.5′ long.  If it makes any difference, it may…

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crownhites

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Looking for Structural Engineer

Looking for a structural engineer to inspect Brooklyn home.  Kindly refer any licensed company/individual that you have used and found to provide excellent service.  Thanks much…info…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

Aussie

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 14 years and 1 month ago

DOB Building Inspector Mistake

My tenant received a visit from the DOB building inspector the other day after a concerned citizen reported that there was no fire escape on…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

g2bdon

in Expeditors 14 years and 1 month ago

Recommendation for Expeditor

Can anyone recommend a reliable expeditor in Brooklyn for the purpose of obtaining a Letter of No-Objection from the Dept of Buildings for a 2…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

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