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tcccorcoran
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 10 months ago
Oil Floor Refinisher
Hi, Does anyone know an excellent oil floor refinisher. Thank you
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timber
in Flooring 12 years and 10 months ago
Cork floor tiles
Anyone know where I might purchase cork floor tiles in or near downtoen Brooklyn? I used them in my kitchen about 10 years ago and…
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overhear
in Antiques 12 years and 10 months ago
Giving Away for FREE: Wavy Window Glass
Free to a good home; if you can pick it up, it’s yours. I have about 18 wood window sashes containing antique wavy glass left…
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terryhoppy
in Antiques 12 years and 10 months ago
recommendation for window bars and gate
i would to have my entry gate to my brownstone and iron window bars sandblasted, retored and repainted. they would need to be removed probably. …
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BklynDahl
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 12 years and 10 months ago
Paint color for staircase/hallway
We are getting ready to paint over the yellow woodwork we have lived with for the last 7 years in our PS brownstone- it’s on…
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happycats
in Appliances 12 years and 10 months ago
Best Store To Buy A Basic Refrigerator From?
Hi. I just had a very bad experience with Lowe’s because they sent a dented refrigerator and the manager wasn’t too nice too me. I…
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Augustiner
in Garden Design and Maintenance 12 years and 10 months ago
how to prove that property is older than 1938?
This is the last obstacle between me and my new C of O. Any tips?
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kellyj
in Decks and Porches 12 years and 10 months ago
walkout basement
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5075a76911643-.jpg We are looking at a three-story brownstone with a rental unit on the garden floor (fully above ground). The owner’s duplex (two top floors)…
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BklynDahl
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 12 years and 10 months ago
Paint color for staircase/hallway
We are getting ready to paint over the yellow woodwork we have lived with for the last 7 years in our PS brownstone- it’s on…
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nalusurf
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 12 years and 10 months ago
Girder Repair vs. Replacement
Hi Everyone! Any help/guidance with this scenario is much appreciated and many thanks in advance to those who answer. We are in the process…
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starfish11040
in Locksmith and Security 12 years and 10 months ago
A locksmith to AVOID!
Unfortunately I got an emergency call from a tenant that the entrance gate lock was broken and no one could get in or out of…
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expert_textpert
in Garden Design and Maintenance 12 years and 10 months ago
West Facing "Garden"
Okay, not really a garden, but read on. On a west facing 15’x20′ terrace, will I be able to grow (in pots) vegetables (ie, cucumbers,…
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bedstuy06
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 10 months ago
FOR SALE! Kohler Fluence 59-5/8"W x 58-5/16"H Frameless Bypass Bath Tub Door
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50781f5cb9b2a-.jpg We bought this bath door online for our bathroom renovation did not use it in the end. NIce clean modern design. Details below… Brand…
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bedstuy06
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 10 months ago
FOR SALE! TOTO Promenade Two Piece Elongated Toilet - $400
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50781d31beeeb-.jpg This is a great toilet in a classic style that looks great with hex tile and pedestal sinks. We bought this and ended…
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expert_textpert
in Garden Design and Maintenance 12 years and 10 months ago
West Facing "Garden"
Okay, not really a garden, but read on. On a west facing 15’x20′ terrace, will I be able to grow (in pots) vegetables (ie, cucumbers,…
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200line
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 12 years and 11 months ago
Exterior wood contractors
We are looking for contractors skilled in exterior wood work to re-side the front of a wood frame house, including building a new wooden stoop/steps…
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ec
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years and 3 months ago
I would like to get a recommendation for a siding contractor who can install hardi-board, or council me on alternatives. Its for a 4 story building. Any info greatly appreciated!
The building is a 4 story apt house currently with shingles.
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brookelen
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 12 years and 10 months ago
Brass bathtub faucet for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5075beb7e6c5a-.jpg Bought about 10 years ago at a flea market in Budapest, an antique of unknown date. It is very heavy brass with a white…
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