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brownstonelover

in Doors & Windows 8 years and 10 months ago

Do Not Purchase Hardware from Vintage Hardware & Lighting

I purchased a super expensive Front Entry door set that looked gorgeous and cost a fortune on their website. When it arrived I was shocked…

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returnrestoration

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

Bill at Circular Stairs contact information?

Can anybody share Bill’s contact information? The number listed here isn’t working! Also, if you have anybody else you could recommend to build a basic…

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msstarla8

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

Lawn care recommendations

I am looking for someone who can cut/treat my small patch of grass and my little flower bed, Does anyone have any recommendations?

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Updated 8 years and 10 months ago

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professional engineer for TR1/TR8

Hi, I am looking for recommendations for a professional engineer. I was working with someone who has had his DOB privileges revoked, and their office…

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bobjohn

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

how the anode in the water heater looks like

since we got our water heater 8 years ago, I asked myself how the anode looks like and i it is happy. Today I had…

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AdamDahill

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

Refinish inside door

Suggestions on how to make the *inside* of apt entry door to look industrial. Would like some sort of unpainted metal look.

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Updated 8 years and 10 months ago

AdamDahill

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

Wood floor wax problem

I applied wood finisher product on the floor. It is very blotchy and sticky. How do I remove this?

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Updated 8 years and 10 months ago

nelsonortizjr

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

Wheelchair properties in NYC? Alternatives?

Hi! I’m disabled from 7 years old and renting for such people like me is a tough challenge. I’ve found wheelchair amenity on one rental…

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Updated 8 years and 10 months ago

bk123

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

Laundry Chute- single family home

Is it allowed?

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Updated 8 years and 10 months ago

figtree

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

Wood table with water damage

I’m trying to figure out if it is possible or even worth it to refinish this wood dining table. To my untrained eye it looks…

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brooklynschlepper

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

Window Treatments

hi there – I wondered if anyone has a suggestion for a good person to do window treatments. We need something stronger than regular blinds…

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Updated 8 years and 10 months ago

hendelmicha

in Renovation 8 years and 10 months ago

Building an extension in landmark district

My parents own a 2-family, 4-story brownstone in a Brooklyn landmark district. They are looking to build an 8-foot extension on each of the 4…

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Updated 8 years and 10 months ago

dumbogirl

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

Roofer recommendations?

I believe I need to re-silver our brownstone roof, as water is leaking into our top floor when we have a heavy rain and the…

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Updated 8 years and 10 months ago

mikeyd91180

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

coop shareholder – no cooking gas for over 7 months now!

Hi All, I purchased a coop in a walk up and found out that gas pipes in the kitchen had leaks. It is the coop’s…

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emmajacob

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

Drainage mat under roof terrace pedestals?

We are doing pedestal-supported deck tiles on our rubberized roof membrane. Our tile supplier recommended a drainage mat to go under the pedestals — anyone…

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Updated 8 years and 10 months ago

webby1000

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

Advice for dealing with development on adjacent property

The two houses to the left of my property were just sold to be torn down with a new building to go up. The developers…

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bobjohn

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

tree house in 20x30' Brooklyn backyard

Hi, my 6 y/o daughter nicely asked me to build a tree house in our backyard. I need some info on the subject. So far…

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Updated 8 years and 10 months ago

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New cellar door

I’d like to be able to access my cellar from the backyard. I have no idea what kind of contractor would do that…it would require…

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stickerhappy

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

Solid wide plank white oak floors?

Anyone install something like this recently in their home? We’d love to get some references on where you got your flooring. We’re hesitant to order…

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Updated 8 years and 10 months ago

whomever

in General Discussion 8 years and 10 months ago

Person to repair a fence

Hi. Our back fence is starting to fall over. Any recommendations for someone to repair it?

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Updated 8 years and 10 months ago

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