Forum
Looking for advice about a home improvement project? Want to talk about what’s going on in your neighborhood? Start here.
Find older conversations in our Forum Archive.
Latest Discussions
Post a Topic
nylord1
in Architecture 13 years and 6 months ago
architect recommendations
Looking for an architect for two queens single family home projects in Astoria/woodside area. We are looking for a more modern/contemporary style as well as making…
0
mistervoo
in Architecture 13 years and 6 months ago
Where to start? Architect? Engineer? Both? Recommendations?
Hello Brownstoner community, Long time lurker finally coming out to ask you experts your advice. I’m closing on a property at the end of the…
0
mistervoo
in Architecture 13 years and 6 months ago
Where to start? Architect? Engineer? Both? Recommendations?
Hello Brownstoner community, Long time lurker finally coming out to ask you experts your advice. I’m closing on a property at the end of the…
0
greenwoodslope
in Landlord 13 years and 7 months ago
deposit withholding for failure to give 30 days notice
A tenant moved out of an apartment giving only 15 days notice. He has written me demanding his entire deposit of 1.5 mos rent (even…
10
eric3872
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 6 months ago
Where can I buy Peel Away 7 in BK?
Does anyone know where I can find Peel Away 7 or Smart Strip in Brooklyn. I’ve been to home depot and several hardware stores and…
0
icoverthewaterfront
in Furniture 14 years and 1 month ago
Painting Furniture
I’ve got some modern looking end tables (wood, some MDF) that were professionally spray painted at one point; they’re now getting a bit scuffed, etc,…
1
berniceshola
in Wood Restoration 13 years and 7 months ago
fretwork trim source?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f18c5f56105e-.jpg hey all, does anyone have a good source for lengths of beaded trim similar to the stuff in the photo? I’ve been stripping and…
3
finallygonnareno
in Construction 13 years and 7 months ago
Raising My Roof
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f19a325b8ef9-.jpg My 19 x 45 brownstone (not landmarked) has a sloping roof on the street facing side. On the top floor, the back 30 feet…
7
nona525
in Architecture 13 years and 6 months ago
Architect recommendation--need work done quickly
My husband and I bought a small brick row house (1951) in Bay Ridge. There are a few projects we would like to have done,…
0
nona525
in Architecture 13 years and 6 months ago
Architect recommendation--need work done quickly
My husband and I bought a small brick row house (1951) in Bay Ridge. There are a few projects we would like to have done,…
0
timber
in About Brooklyn 13 years and 7 months ago
What happened to the message about Target and Century 21 moving into City Point
Antybody know what happened? Was it a hoax?
1
M
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 7 months ago
Using european cooktop and oven
Has anyone had success using a gas cooktop and electric oven from Europe in the US? Specifically are there gas/electrical conversion needs and what are…
4
Alison
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 14 years ago
What are some good examples of EIFS/stucco used in NYC?
Stucco looks great on buildings in foreign countries… why does it always seem to inspire cringes in NY? Is it our technique? The color? The…
5
finallygonnareno
in Construction 13 years and 7 months ago
Raising My Roof
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f19a325b8ef9-.jpg My 19 x 45 brownstone (not landmarked) has a sloping roof on the street facing side. On the top floor, the back 30 feet…
0
jockdeboeraia
in Architecture 13 years and 7 months ago
Easy Heat Gutter De-Icing Kit
After last year’s snowfall, I decided to try and protect my new gutter system on the north side of my house. I bought 30′ foot…
0
jockdeboeraia
in Architecture 13 years and 7 months ago
Easy Heat Gutter De-Icing Kit
After last year’s snowfall, I decided to try and protect my new gutter system on the north side of my house. I bought 30′ foot…
0
vicone2
in Permits 13 years and 7 months ago
iF ANYONE EXPERIENSED AND KNOW WHAT TO DO WHEN DOB IS TAKEN OVER YOUR PROPERTY BY OFFICIAL APPROVALS AGAINST YOUR WILL AND PREVENTING YOU FROM PROTECTING YOUR PROPERTY RIGHTS ANYWHERE YOU GO?.
if anyone experienced and knows what to do when DOB is taking your property away from you against your will for benefits of others and…
10
miguelsno
in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 7 months ago
Purchasing Building w/ Existing Tenants (lease & month/month)
I am considering buying a multifamily townhouse. Everything looks good; however, the building will not be delivered vacant by the current owner. There are 2…
9
Can’t find the topic you’re looking for?
Find answers, ask questions, and connect with our Brownstoner community.