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rafaelhaney
in Decorative 13 years ago
What is the way to hang a hammock from a loft frame?
Hi all, I have a very sturdy wood loft bed frame that can hold up to 1000 pounds. I have a hammock I want to…
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spnder
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 13 years ago
Air Conditioner Replacement and Installation
I live on the top floor of a brownstone that has ancient Fedders though-wall air-conditioners. The older of the two finally bit the dust last…
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ms_gowanus
in Brownstoner 13 years and 10 months ago
How do I properly remove mold from my basement?
We just bought a house. Last night we noticed mold in the basement that we have never, ever seen before. We know that it is…
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M
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years ago
kitchen cabinets finishes
im building kitchen cabinets with birch plywood and would like some help in finding the right product to refinsh the surface. I would like them…
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bk_homeslice
in General Contractors 13 years ago
floor plan suggestions
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fe785f7d53f0-.jpg Hey everyone, we posted this link asking for feedback on our floorplans and have since changed the layout since. Any advice would be appreciated! …
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brevoort
in Appraisals 13 years ago
How long between Signed contract and bank appraisal?
Hi, we are selling our building and counter-sigend the contract over 2 weeks ago. Our Real Estate Agent suggests that almost always, the banks are…
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SewardWasRight
in Inspection 13 years ago
Fire-Proofing Inspection Follies
At long last, at the end of my renovation, I am told I am supposed to have a fire-proofing inspection to be sure that any…
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srsmith77
in Architecture 13 years and 2 months ago
We are looking for an architect who has solid experience with landmarked buildings. Any recommendations?
We need an architect who has solid experience with landmarked buildings. The property is in Crown Heights.
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Suzanne
in Flooring 13 years ago
gap between molding and floor
Amateur here, renovating a newly bought 1950s apartment. We ripped out the old, battered base moulding and I discovered that the new moulding (9/16″) is…
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gretschgirl
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 13 years ago
metalwork
Is it possible to learn whether metalwork was primed properly? We’ve had a number of contractors tell us the considerable amount of rust on our…
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bk_homeslice
in Architecture 13 years and 1 month ago
Floorplan suggestions
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fc6d1aa5d855-.jpg Hey Everyone, We are looking to get some suggestions and input on floorplans for a 3 story 2 family house. We will occupy the…
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srsqualms
in Real Estate - Sales 13 years ago
What to do when a home is listed at multiple prices?
What would you do if you were interested in a house that was listed on 3 agencies at 3 different prices? One is a big…
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arkachic
in Exteriors 13 years ago
glenwood construction
has anyone ever used glenwood construction before? im thinking of using them on my patio (rip up old, install new) and for some brick work.…
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1ststreetmom
in Architectural Salvage 13 years ago
free french doors pick up in park slope
I have some nice french doors that were between my living room and dining room. not good for flow of house. free to whoever wants…
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1ststreetmom
in Architectural Salvage 13 years ago
free french doors pick up in park slope
I have some nice french doors that were between my living room and dining room. not good for flow of house. free to whoever wants…
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johnmarrison
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 1 month ago
I need really unique kitchen sinks, any ideas?
Hi all, I am remodeling my kitchen and I need really unique kitchen sinks, Any ideas where i can get them? Thanks a lot, John
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m926bk
in Real Estate - General 13 years ago
With a budget of $300K, where would you look to buy?
I thought I would put this question to knowledgeable Brownstoners: If you were a single person looking to buy a studio or 1 BR apartment…
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webby1000
in Lawyers and legal service 13 years ago
Looking for Real Estate Attorney
I’m looking for a real estate attorney who has experience with rent stabilization from a landlord’s perspective, and preferably knowledgable about 421-A tax abatements. …
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