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blaqhole
in Doors 13 years and 4 months ago
Fiberglass entry door brands? Also, how to handle sidelight security?
Hello there. We are replacing the entry door of a brick building we are renovating. After some research we decided to go with a smooth…
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overhear
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 4 months ago
Fully Restored Antique Window in Frame for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50b28736ed8f0-.jpg I have a beautiful window with 4 panes of wavy glass from our 1880’s house. It is fully restored with new chains and weights. Works…
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overhear
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 4 months ago
Fully Restored Antique Window in Frame for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50b28736ed8f0-.jpg I have a beautiful window with 4 panes of wavy glass from our 1880’s house. It is fully restored with new chains and weights. Works…
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lisamaza
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 4 months ago
How to turn on heat to radiator?
My bedroom is freezing! It rarely hisses like the radiators in my other room. I’m wondering if i have to turn if “on” or “open”…
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bedstuytownhouse
in For Sale 13 years and 4 months ago
FOR SALE - NIC - Waterworks towel bar in MATTE NICKEL
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50b25725e45ea-.jpg Selling a brand new in box Waterworks Easton single towel bar in matte nickel. Retail is $337 and I’m selling for $150, non-negotiable. Pick-up…
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brklynreno
in Interior Decorators and Designers 13 years and 4 months ago
Living Room (with TV) on the parlor floor?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50b248cd6540c-.jpg We are working on a renovation of the parlor floor and we would like to make a practical and yet still beautiful parlor floor…
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chelseagirl
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 13 years and 4 months ago
DO I NEED AN ELECTRICIAN?.
a wall switch in our hallway is broken. this seems like a simple thing to replace, but the handymen whom i’ve spoken to don’t seem…
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nancy sullivqn
in Construction 13 years and 5 months ago
Polished Cement Floor, recomendations?
I’m investigating pouring a cement slab in my basement and would like to have it finished with a polished surface. I don’t plan to install…
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yoomit
in Heating 13 years and 4 months ago
need heating specialist reco
can anyone recommend a heating specialist in brooklyn. i’ve seen the ones in the directory on this site…i’m sure they’re great, but their pricing is…
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minasimon
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 4 months ago
Crown Boilers -- Any good?
My plumber is recommending a Crown gas boiler to replace our defunct one. He says there’s a huge backlog for Burnham and Weil. Anyone like…
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guikazoid
in Pest Control 14 years and 9 months ago
Termite / Pest Control for Frame House In Gowanus
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e2736d524e22-.jpg We would like to get some type of pest control system (mainly prevent termites) at our new (potential) house. What company does the community suggest?…
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nancy sullivqn
in Building Code 13 years and 5 months ago
Is a Light in the Vestibule required by NYC code?
Is a light in a vestible required for code? The vestibule I’m inquiring about is for a 3 family brick building. It measures 4ft. X…
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minasimon
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 4 months ago
Crown Boilers -- Any good?
My plumber is recommending a Crown gas boiler to replace our defunct one. He says there’s a huge backlog for Burnham and Weil. Anyone like…
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kachuri999
in Heating 13 years and 5 months ago
heating oil company rec's
We currently use Repco Fuel to deliver our heating oil. It’s been ok, but we’re not too thrilled (they’re pretty lax when a service issue…
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cate
in Garden 13 years and 5 months ago
Looking for a gardener
Can anyone recommend a gardener for occasional general maintenance, weeding, clearing of debris, pruning, and planting a few times a year? And can you tell…
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nancy sullivqn
in Building Code 13 years and 5 months ago
Is a Light in the Vestibule required by NYC code?
Is a light in a vestible required for code? The vestibule I’m inquiring about is for a 3 family brick building. It measures 4ft. X…
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hooky
in Architecture 13 years and 5 months ago
Local Source for Steel framed windows and doors?
I found this company online: http://eurolinesteelwindows.com/ But I’m sure there must be a local source for windows and doors like this. Anyone have any recommendations?…
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checklistnyc
in For Sale 13 years and 5 months ago
Curb Alert: new queen box spring FREE
A client got a new Simmons queen bed set and does not need the box spring. It’s brand new in plastic and free for the…
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esther
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
REALLY Need your Help with Terrace Glass Sliding doors
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50abb71d2431e-.jpg Hello All, I need terrace glass sliding doors. Please see attached. Does anyone know where I can have this made? Can you recommend a…
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