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anonymous

in Metalwork 13 years and 11 months ago

Iron gates on windows

Sorry if this is an elementary odd question. The iron gates on garden apartment windows …..they are all over park slope. Are these illegal? I…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

michiganman

in Brownstoner 13 years and 9 months 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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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

stickerhappy

in Building Code 13 years and 9 months ago

Boiler room allowed to be combined within apt of a multi-family? Need advice

  We have a 5 family building- it was a 6 family, but the previous owner legally combined the two ground level apts to make…

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apollo52873

in Architecture 13 years and 9 months ago

architect

I need an architect, looking for referal

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elmo

in Flooring 13 years and 9 months ago

Wood Flooring Help

I am looking into removing the wall to wall carpeting in a bedroom (140 sq. feet) and replacing with wood flooring.  Apparently there is no proper…

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mlr115

in About Brooklyn 13 years and 9 months ago

What is happening in the vacant lot on Pacific between Boerum and Court that has a loudspeaker permit?

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mlr115

in About Brooklyn 13 years and 9 months ago

What is happening in the vacant lot on Pacific between Boerum and Court that has a loudspeaker permit?

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xistent

in Painters and Painting & Stripping 13 years and 9 months 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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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

basementbound

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 9 months 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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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

michiganman

in Brownstoner 13 years and 9 months 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 and 9 months 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 and 9 months 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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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

kteiro

in Lighting 13 years and 9 months 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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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

hoffavois

in Roofers 13 years and 9 months 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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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

jojoli

in Garden 13 years and 9 months 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 and 9 months 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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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

valtravels

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 9 months 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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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

sammiegirl

in Other 13 years and 9 months 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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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

alexbklyn

in Real Estate - Rentals 13 years and 9 months 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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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

ellemmm

in Flooring 13 years and 9 months 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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