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in Painters and Painting & Stripping 13 years ago
Repainting Steel Bars on Door
Soon going to refinish old original oak front doors on our brownstone on the inside and out. 2 doors opne for the entrance and each…
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basementbound
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years ago
We looking for a reliable contractor to renovate our brownstone.Has anybody every worked with HPN Construction? If so, would love to get feedback.
We looking for a reliable contractor to renovate our brownstone. Has anybody every worked with HPN Construction? If so, would love to get feedback.
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michiganman
in Brownstoner 13 years ago
1200000 Budget, Looking for Multi-Family
Hi! As an outsider I was hoping to acquire some information from the knowledgeable Brownstoner community. Is it at all possible to find a multi-family…
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xistent
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 13 years ago
Repainting Steel Bars on Door
Soon going to refinish old original oak front doors on our brownstone on the inside and out. 2 doors opne for the entrance and each…
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johnmarrison
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years ago
Can I recycle a stainless steel kitchen sink?
Hello all, I finally replaced my old stainless steel sink with a acrylic sink. Everything is fine now. I hate to just toss it to…
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kteiro
in Lighting 13 years ago
Keyless Locks
I’m thinking of installing a keyless lock on my apartment (condo) door, either a mechanical or electronic version. Has anyone done this, and if so,…
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hoffavois
in Roofers 13 years ago
Roof Coating Job
We’re looking to hire someone to apply fiber roof coating (white or silver) on our 20×48 brownstone. Does anyone have recommendations? Thanks!
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jojoli
in Garden 13 years ago
Looking for Concrete Square Pavers for the Garden
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ff36fa7c2c26-.png Hi, I thought these would be easy to find but they are proving dauntingly difficult. I am looking for square, preferably, or rectangular, cement/concrete…
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guikazoid
in Real Estate - General 13 years ago
What is being built next to the Home Depot on Hamilton Ave?
What is being built next to the Home Depot on Hamilton Ave?
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valtravels
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years ago
How to clean/lighten brick wall?
Hello, We would like to get advice on how to clean (and hopefully lighten) brick wall in living/dining and bedroom. I tried researching online but…
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sammiegirl
in Other 13 years ago
Bathtub glazer
I live in Brooklyn near Park Slope and am searching for an excellent bathtub glazer. Thanks for any referrals! I live in a coop apt.…
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alexbklyn
in Real Estate - Rentals 13 years ago
ISO a good Clinton Hill / Bed-Stuy Rental Broker
Hi, My wife, daughter, and I are in need of a good broker to help us navigate the Clinton Hill / Bed-Stuy rental market. We’ve…
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ellemmm
in Flooring 13 years ago
Salvaged wood floor
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ff30a95b27f6-.jpg Hello…Anybody know where to find salvaged tongue and groove wood flooring? We’re looking to fix the floors in our kitchen. 4.5″ (with tongue it’s…
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nycgirl
in Doors 13 years ago
where can I buy upscale letters and numbers for the apartment doors in the brownstone where I live.
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ff177daa5f65-.jpg There are two apartments per floor, and we want the doors to look good.
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mysteriousbrunette
in Electricians 13 years and 1 month ago
Electrical Panel
Do I need a permit to change an electrical panel? (circuit breaker box) It’s federal pacific.
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minasimon
in Electricians 13 years ago
Cable & internet Guru
Our electrician hard wired our home with all wires terminating into a closet. He recommended I hire a “cable” technician to install the patch panels…
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dkal
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years ago
Is a metal basement hatch in front yard necessary?
I’m having new iron railings made, and want to also replace the flat front windowbars with belly bars that will accomodate an airconditioner. Unfortunately, the…
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dkal
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years ago
Blotchy brownstone stucco
I had a stoop rebuilt on my brick rowhouse. We’re having the new stoop covered in what I believe is referred to as “stucco”– a…
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