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Kensingtonian

in Co-Op Related 13 years and 3 months ago

Coop and Pet Policy - Your opinions and feedback needed

I am trying to convince other board members in my coop to approve a pet policy (either just cats no dogs, or dogs under say…

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vicente

in Flooring 13 years and 4 months ago

Type your question here...Need some to refinish my floors soon!!!

Enter Your Question

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Updated 13 years and 3 months ago

cheryl112

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 3 months ago

Recommendation for cellar brick repointing

Any recommendations?  It’s the first step of a whole basement remodel that I’d like to do.

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Updated 13 years and 3 months ago

slimc

in Heating 13 years and 3 months ago

Best thermostat for steam heat

What’s the best make/model of thermostat for gas-fired steam heat? we’d like to install the sensor in the tenant’s apartment (parlor/top floor) and the control…

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Updated 13 years and 3 months ago

amaryllis

in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 3 months ago

Vintage Bathroom Items for Sale

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f2983fb30074-.jpg **Tub** H: 23.5 ” W: Outside rim 34″ Inside at top 24.5″ L: OR 74.5″ I 65.5″ **Medicine Cabinet** H: 25.25″ W: 18.325″ D:…

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rbsyng

in Real Estate - Rentals 13 years and 3 months ago

looking to rent out private indoor parking space

anyone interested in renting a paking space in the Park Slope union street garage?

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mesoe

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 3 months ago

How can I keep old door knobs with worn out metal spindles?

I am looking for a way to keep our old  glass door knows with metal spindles.  However the spindles have worn out and all  hardware…

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lilireno

in Doors & Windows 13 years and 4 months ago

How often do you keep your patio doors open?

We are putting an extension onto our brownstone with an all-glass back wall, about 9’H x 15’W.  We want to put in either sliding glass…

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Updated 13 years and 3 months ago

ylodog

in Building Code 13 years and 3 months ago

Is there a code for the number of roof systems or layers on a flat roof?

 We had some core samples taken from our flat roof and it determined that there have been three roofing systems applied through the years over…

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cobblehillhome

in Insurance 13 years and 3 months ago

Earthquake insurance coverage

I’m curious if people are buying it for their Brooklyn homes.  Seems like it’s around an extra $1000 a year depending on carrier.  Thanks

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Kensingtonian

in Co-Op Related 13 years and 3 months ago

Coop and Pet Policy - Your opinions and feedback needed

I am trying to convince other board members in my coop to approve a pet policy (either just cats no dogs, or dogs under say…

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LowerUWSider

in Building Code 13 years and 3 months ago

Buildings Department Permit for Window Replacement?

Does anyone know whether a buildings department permit is required for the replacement of windows (brick to brick) on the primary facade of a landmarked…

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11231

in Other 13 years and 3 months ago

Recommendation for a Wireless Doorbell?

Can anyone recommend a wireless doorbell for a four-story (3 family) building?  Thank you.

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Updated 13 years and 3 months ago

parkslopemom

in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 3 months ago

replacing formics countertop

Has anyone used either Lowe’s or Home Depot recently for replacing countertop, sink and faucets (not cabinets)?  Good experience?  Bad?

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Updated 13 years and 3 months ago

redwagon

in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 7 months ago

Custom doors for under stairs

We are putting storage space under our stairs and need to have custom doors made for the space. Please pass along any recommendations. Thanks

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rbenoff

in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 3 months ago

Stinky smell from the BASE of our toilet. What's up??

So after much detective work and a thorough cleaning, my husband and I have deduced that there is a sewage/methane smell seeping up from the…

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coopking

in Real Estate - General 13 years and 4 months ago

Whats the best way to buy a 2 family building?

A friend of mine and I are seriously considering buying a modest 2 family building in the near future. Most likely somewhere in crown heights…

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Updated 13 years and 3 months ago

bensenjak

in For Sale 13 years and 3 months ago

Xenon Under Cabinet Lights for sale

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f283b45a7c54-.jpg WAC White Xenon Under Cabinet Light Bar Used less than one month bensenjak@gmail.com – park slope 120V Premier Xenon Light Bar White Finish Line…

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oldtimer

in Furniture 13 years and 3 months ago

Free bookcases

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f28385d5e034-.jpg I’m replacing these book cases and will be leaving them on the street. Unless anyone wants to take them and so take them out…

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oldtimer

in Furniture 13 years and 3 months ago

Free bookcases

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f28385d5e034-.jpg I’m replacing these book cases and will be leaving them on the street. Unless anyone wants to take them and so take them out…

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