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TracyT
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 5 months ago
fireplace mantel for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/509bf953dbfed-.jpg Mantel has been painted, but apparently not many times (details are crisp) Asking $700–less than you would find at an architectural savage place. Call…
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daveinbedstuy
in Appliances 13 years and 5 months ago
Anyone ever dealt with A.J. Madison buying appliances?
Their website shows an incredible selection available and vey low prices, not to mention free shipping over $699 and no taxes if shipped out of…
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mfernandez2
in Brownstoner 13 years and 5 months ago
Anyone interested in having their place scouted for a film?
Are We Officially Dating? November 6th, 2012 To Whom It May Concern, Cinergy Pictures, Inc. is currently in pre-production on a new feature film…
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peterinbrooklyn
in Cellar 13 years and 5 months ago
Melting snow causing water leak from electrical box in cellar
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/509be2dcdcc62-.jpg This is kind of hard to describe. Anyhow, I have water dripping from the gray electrial panel (box) in the cellar at the front of…
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seanatlimeworksus
in Masonry 13 years and 5 months ago
Do you use breathable lime mortars to repair your brownstones?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/509be123b301c-.jpg Who here has experience working with Natural Hydraulic Limes, Ecologic® Mortar or Lithomex for brownstone repairs? Here’s a video of a recent repair done…
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seanatlimeworksus
in Masonry 13 years and 5 months ago
Do you use breathable lime mortars to repair your brownstones?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/509be123b301c-.jpg Who here has experience working with Natural Hydraulic Limes, Ecologic® Mortar or Lithomex for brownstone repairs? Here’s a video of a recent repair done…
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elmo
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 5 months ago
Who to call about issue with bathroom ventilation?
I am hoping someone here can point me in the right direction. We live in a row house where the bathroom was moved from the…
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lkat75
in Appliances 13 years and 5 months ago
Dishwasher Door Repair
A spring that prevents the dishwasher door from just flying open when unclasped has snapped. The unit still works and will lock, but at some…
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streaker
in Electricians 13 years and 5 months ago
Home wiped out by Sandy in Manhattan Beach. I have no insurance - need Electrician to get lights on again - any recomendations for someone who won't cost me an arm and a leg?
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hooky
in For Sale 13 years and 5 months ago
Temporary Hot Water for Tenant Post Sandy
My mechanicals were completely submerged during Sandy (not to mention my main sleeping floor) so there is a lot of rebuilding and replacing to do.…
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owner12
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 5 months ago
looking for a used spiral staircase
Hello We are looking for a used spiral stair case (either metal or wood) for an interior remodel.. Height is approx 12 feet ( currently…
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eme1million
in Appliances 13 years and 5 months ago
I have 2 flood policies in effect - which one pays?
I have my own policy with a $5000 deductibe – no contents just structure. My bank did not get the renewal statement so they bought…
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MyGoodEye
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 5 months ago
FIREPLACE : Recommendation requested
Every year at around this time I get the same idea: I need a fireplace! I have a brownstone with the requisite chimney…
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mfernandez2
in Brownstoner 13 years and 5 months ago
Anyone interested in having their place scouted for a film?
Are We Officially Dating? November 6th, 2012 To Whom It May Concern, Cinergy Pictures, Inc. is currently in pre-production on a new feature film…
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bedstuyken
in Financial Services 13 years and 10 months ago
What is the best bank to go to for a refinance in Bed Stuy?
What is the best bank to go to for a refinance in Bed Stuy?
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Seblicious
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 13 years and 5 months ago
Needed: Two Strong Men
I need two strong men to move a brand new (but very heavy) air conditioner from my parlor level to my basement. Any recommendations? Thanks.
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kellyj
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
lead water main & chimney flues
Hello all, Well, we are getting closer to closing on a house and just got the inspection back. A few things came up on it…
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radgirl
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
Plaster Ceiling Medallion + Molding Trim
Any idea where to buy Plaster Ceiling Medallion + Molding Trim in NYC or Brooklyn for restoring the ceilings of our brownstone building? I see…
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owlofminerva
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 6 months ago
Redesigning bathrooms in a vintage/pre-war style
Hi Brownstoners. Long time lurker, first time poster here. My wife and I recently purchased a brownstone in Carroll Gardens. The previous owners thankfully left…
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sdraganbrooklyn
in Brownstoner 13 years and 6 months ago
Looking to sell front doors for a brownstone
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/505f31c2da734-.jpg Hi everyone! We decided to get new doors to our brownstone as the doors we bought not long ago and are now looking to…
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