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keal66

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years ago

Landmark brownstone doors

Good afternoon everyone, I am hoping that someone can shed some light on this issue I am having. I hired an Architect for a project…

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wannabebrownstoner

in Garden 12 years and 1 month ago

Dying Asters-- Help!

Was hoping some gardening expert here could help me out. I planted these enormous asters in terracotta planters a couple weeks ago, and although I…

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Updated 12 years ago

BrookBridges

in Construction 12 years ago

Frame house extension - looking for architect

Hi Brownstoners: We bought a frame house in the South Slope. It’s renovated but we’d like to do an extension and would love recommendations for…

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brooklynerin

in Heating and Cooling 12 years ago

High velocity air conditioning

Does anyone have experience with high velocity air conditioning? We intend to put AC in our house, and are debating all options. Thank you

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Updated 12 years ago

bobjohn

in About Brooklyn 12 years ago

new mayor. What if property prices will go down?

With almost certain outcome of the mayor election in NYC, I suspect that Bill de Blasio will instill policies and rearrange city budget so the…

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Updated 12 years ago

ohiise

in Radiators 12 years and 5 months ago

Cast iron hot water radiator needed

For our home in Red Hook, I need to replace some cast iron baseboard in the bathroom with a radiator. Dimensions required: 21″ wide max…

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Updated 12 years ago

keal66

in For Sale 12 years and 3 months ago

Cast Iron Radiators

I have about 12 Cast Iron Radiators various sizes for sale if interested e-mail

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Updated 12 years ago

brooklyntoqueens

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years ago

Conversion from 2 family to 1 family

I’m about to convert a 2 family into a single family, do I need to change the CofO or fill out particular paperwork when spouting…

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brooklyntoqueens

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years ago

Basements

I have a couple of questions about the uses that are allowed and which that are not. I understand that a basement cannot be used…

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brooklynny

in Building Code 12 years ago

Smoke Detector Requirements

Can anyone advise on whether the NYC building code requires installing smoke/CO detectors on every floor when renovating a three story, two family house? Or…

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bobjohn

in Shower Stalls 14 years and 3 months ago

Steam shower unit or built?

Hi, I am building shower in basement and wanted to put Steam shower. There are a lot of prefabricated units to choose from or my…

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Updated 12 years ago

dumbogirl

in Building Code 12 years ago

Tasteful floor signs for multi-unit brownstones?

Dealing with clearing some old violations we inherited on our brownstone — one of these is lack of signs indicating which floor you’re on. Are…

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Updated 12 years ago

frocky

in For Sale 12 years and 2 months ago

For Sale – Antique Arched Cast Iron Heat Register

I have an antique cast iron arched wall heating grate for sale. Salvaged from a brownstone reno. The outer edges measure 18″ w x 28.5″…

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Updated 12 years ago

lz26

in About Brooklyn 12 years ago

Certificate of Non-Harrassment

We have an SRO and have applied for our Cert. of NH. All our tenants check out, but we are approaching our HPD inspection of…

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pearlstoh

in Decorative 13 years and 7 months ago

Need interior pocket shutter made to match

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f68f9ae55ad8-.jpg Does anyone know a good carpenter/millworker who can make and interior pocket pocket shutter to match an original from 1896? I called Oumar at Artistic Wood…

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Updated 12 years ago

dumbogirl

in Building Code 12 years ago

Metal cover for sewage pit in cellar?

We’re currently working on clearing some violations we inherited with our brownstone. One of these is the lack of a metal cover over the sewage…

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dumbogirl

in Building Code 12 years ago

Tasteful floor signs for multi-unit brownstones?

Dealing with clearing some old violations we inherited on our brownstone — one of these is lack of signs indicating which floor you’re on. Are…

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jack123

in Architectural Salvage 12 years ago

1850s Mantle Pieces For Sale

Two beautiful matching pairs, one set in marble, one set in wood. In really great condition. Will discuss delivery and installation. Contact for photos. Thanks.

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Updated 12 years ago

ohboyoldhouse

in Exteriors 12 years ago

Awning replacement

I am looking at options of replacing my old aluminum awning above my stoop. It’s really practical( protection from shade, rain), but an eyesore and…

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mystiky

in Sewer 13 years ago

Sewer Line outside house broken. Who is responsible for repairs?

The situation below is NOT Sandy-hurricane related. An area of the street next to my house (in Brooklyn)  started to develop a small sink hole.  The…

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Updated 12 years ago

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