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FlatbushMama
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
For Sale: Painted Slate Fireplace Mantel
We are selling an antique Victorian slate fireplace mantel. It is painted or marbleized slate. We have additional pieces not in the photo. Please contact…
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FlatbushMama
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
For Sale: Painted Slate Fireplace Mantel
We are selling an antique Victorian slate fireplace mantel. It is painted or marbleized slate. We have additional pieces not in the photo. Please contact…
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bdz
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Interior designer for a small project
I am looking for a recent recommendation for an interior designer to help us with redesigning our master bedroom. It is not a huge job…
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bdz
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Interior designer for a small project
I am looking for a recent recommendation for an interior designer to help us with redesigning our master bedroom. It is not a huge job…
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alexandre.ragovski
in General Discussion 5 years and 3 months ago
Recommendations for vendor to help with leaking skylight
Hi, I have a leaking skylight on the roof of my brownstone in Brooklyn Heights. Does anyone know of a roofer or other contractor who…
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slopefarm
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Summer Cover
Looking for a good source for a fireplace summer cover to match an opening (we have the surround – black, the opening is 18×26). I’ve…
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slopefarm
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Summer Cover
Looking for a good source for a fireplace summer cover to match an opening (we have the surround – black, the opening is 18×26). I’ve…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Tank or tankless water heater for 3-family home?
After finishing extensive renovations to the owner’s duplex, we’ve realized we need to upgrade the water heating system for the entire building. The water’s currently…
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someonecalleddob
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Need to replace a boiler
What perfect timing! My parents year 40 year gas fired Weil McLain boiler has died! They’re in need of a replacement. Seeking recommendations for someone…
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xzgkssumzhyvtey
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
EIFS / faux stucco
I’m considering buying a wood frame house that’s covered in Exterior Insulation and Finish (EIFS). I don’t love the look, but also, there are areas…
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cece
in General Discussion 5 years and 1 month ago
Best options for reclaimed wood floors?
We just ripped up some carpet and found some floors in bad condition. Looks like we’ll need to replace them. I’d love to use reclaimed…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Remove plaster for soundproof?
I’ve got a brick party wall with plaster applied directly to it, and it’s a sieve for noise. It is likely to have missing bricks…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
DOF inspection
Can anyone share their experience with a DOF inspection. Did it help or hurt? Can you tell the DOF you do not want an inspection?
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aqueenlee
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Benjamin Moore Exterior Regal Select Paint
Hi, I originally posted about my fallen cornice back in Sept 2020. Well the job got started and coming along nicely. Painting will start shortly.…
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michaelsaur67
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Pile of rubble at neighbor's front yard
Sometime in the fall, our neighbors had their concrete in the front yard broken up by a jackhammer. Alas, this is where the project stalled.…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Renewing an apartment rental lease
Hi, if our current tenant would like to renew the lease, is there a good website I can download a lease from? I don’t mind…
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markwalker
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Dykes Lumber Yard Sale
Hey there folks I was over there today and saw a sign advising customers they will have a yard sale May 12th. It will be…
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michaelsaur67
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Pile of rubble at neighbor's front yard
Sometime in the fall, our neighbors had their concrete in the front yard broken up by a jackhammer. Alas, this is where the project stalled.…
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