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RBCG
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 3 months ago
Entry doors
Besides the Old Iron guy (whose name escapes me) near Lowes and Eddie in Ft. Greene, anyone know of other sources for townhouse entry doors?…
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pepinohill
in Co-Op Related 12 years and 3 months ago
Recommendations? Need help hanging tire swing on tree / swing installation
We got a tire swing for my daughter but now need help hanging it! We have a very large tree in the backyard, and need…
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deancollins
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 3 months ago
Bike Share
Cool, just saw a NYC bike share terminal being installed today on the corner of Clark and Henry right near our apartment in Brooklyn heights.…
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whaaaaaaaat
in Co-Op Related 12 years and 3 months ago
Dogs in a co-op
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/516d9b5eb5849-.jpg Hi — My co-op’s pet policy states “The Coop will allow pets in apartments provide they do not disturb other shareholders or constitute a nuisance”. We…
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pepinohill
in Co-Op Related 12 years and 3 months ago
Recommendations? Need help hanging tire swing on tree / swing installation
We got a tire swing for my daughter but now need help hanging it! We have a very large tree in the backyard, and need…
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steam_man
in Construction 12 years and 3 months ago
Tadelakt
Have any of you master renovators out there redone a room using tadelakt. I’m planning a new bathroom and am seriously considering using this finish.…
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deancollins
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 3 months ago
Bike Share
Cool, just saw a NYC bike share terminal being installed today on the corner of Clark and Henry right near our apartment in Brooklyn heights.…
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fmerguson
in Electricians 12 years and 3 months ago
Hanging overhead light from plaster medallion?
We are in the very, very final stages of what has been a largely cosmetic renovation, with (DOB permitted) electrical upgrades. Part of the scope…
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elmo
in Electricians 12 years and 3 months ago
Leaking issues: roof and window
I have 2 separate issues: 1. The roof of our small extension needs to be replaced as it has been patched up many times already. Does…
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hcmdr5
in Real Estate - Sales 13 years and 3 months ago
Short Sale/Foreclosure - Anybody selling?
I am looking to purchase a short sale/foreclosure in the Bed-Stuy/Crown Heights/Bushwich/Clinton Hill area but I see that these properties go by quickly. Anybody has…
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AndrewLuke
in Building Code 13 years ago
N3 - Asylums and Homes
1810 Avenue H cross Brownstoner a few days ago, and it is close to where I live so I went over and check it out.…
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funkygh
in Brownstoner 12 years and 4 months ago
burnham oil boiler for sale
I have a burnham V8 series boiler with a beckett burner and a john wood hot water storage tank that I’m taking out of my…
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obama
in Real Estate - Sales 12 years and 5 months ago
Prime Homes NY?
Does anyone know anything about this firm? Are they legit, shady, etc? They have a few interesting listings on Craigslist but are not MLS. http://www.primehomesny.com/ny/ …
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catclarkmw
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 3 months ago
Has anyone ever seen window gates that function like french doors?
I have 3 windows that look out on to an extension in the back of my house and they need window gates. I want the…
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anon552
in Flooring 12 years and 3 months ago
Installation of mosaic flooring
I am purchasing a pre-made mosaic for installation in the entry foyer of my brownstone. I need an old, damaged mosaic removed, the underlying floor…
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anonymous
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 4 months ago
Windows & Installation Company
Hi, Just wondering if anyone has experience with windows manufactured by All United Window and/or window installation by Today’s Window & Door Corp.? Thanks!
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vl
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 10 months ago
Recommendation for a Contractor: Sherlock Homes
I would like to recommend Damian from Sherlock Homes Interior Corp. (sherlockhomesny@yahoo.com) for general contracting work and renovations. Damian, Ivan, and Jimmy did a great…
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donkey
in Garden 12 years and 3 months ago
Where can I find rustic looking paving stones and rocks for a rock garden?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/516c53cdac925-.jpg We are looking for some natural looking, rough shaped paving stones (see photo) to break up our rather feeble lawn. We also need rocks…
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donkey
in Garden 12 years and 3 months ago
Where can I find rustic looking paving stones and rocks for a rock garden?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/516c53cdac925-.jpg We are looking for some natural looking, rough shaped paving stones (see photo) to break up our rather feeble lawn. We also need rocks…
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ktm6
in Chimney and Fireplace 12 years and 10 months ago
Fireplace Mantel from Park Slope apartment for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5050bff7e9372-.jpg This is a carved wooden fireplace mantle for sale. Egg and dart trim, ionic columns, original mirror included. Measures 88″ high by 55″ wide. …
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