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sweetser
in Tile 13 years and 5 months ago
Restoring Old Tiles
I’m renovating a very old bathroom in my house. Under a few layers of linoleum I found some old white mosaic tiles that I like,…
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FishieFishie
in Flooring 13 years and 5 months ago
Repair for wood flooring?
Any recommendations for someone to repair a hardwood floor? I don’t need an artist, just hoping for someone competent, affordable, and totally fluent in English.…
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jason83
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
HAS ANYONE USE BK START2FINISH HOME RENOVATION SERVICES BEFOR?
HAS ANYONE USE BK START 2 FINISH HOME RENOVATION SERVICES? IM LOOKING TO DO A APT RENOVATION AND I SEEN JOHN DAIDONE FROM BK START2FINISH HOME…
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seconder
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
How long should a stoop scratchcoat be left to cure?
I’ve taken advantage of the warm winter to get my stoop renovated. The scratchcoat has been completed and I want to know how long it…
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dz9001
in Conversion 13 years and 5 months ago
how long does it take to get a permit for change of use from warehouse to restaurant in brooklyn?
What is a good time frame after the architect submitted all drawings and paper works at DOB?
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mystiky
in Tile 13 years and 6 months ago
Using glass tiles for kitchen backsplash - will it hold up?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f2c01d429e99-.jpg We are in the process of deciding on the backsplash for our new kitchen. Shown in the photo are: Top: 3″ strip that goes…
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smokey1974
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 5 months ago
Plumber Needed - Radiant Heat Flooring - Hot Water / PEX tubing system
I am looking for someone who has this installed in their home, and **who can recommend a plumber to service this type of system**. We…
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abbeykira
in Moving and Storage 14 years and 1 month ago
Moving/Storage recommendation
Because of renovations I am going to need to move out of my co-op and store everything for a couple of months. Can anyone recommend…
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litachiqita
in Taxes 13 years and 5 months ago
Capital Improvement - sales tax on countertops?
So, I’ve seen the previous threads on sales tax on capital improvements (http://brownstoner.staging.wpengine.com/forum-archive/2007/08/capital-improve-1/) – and that contractors should NOT be charging sales tax in New…
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hbranty
in Electricians 13 years and 5 months ago
Need Thermostat Recommendation
Anyone have a thermostat they LOVE? looking for new one and an electrician to install it. Any suggestions much appreciated.
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andersonwindow
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 5 months ago
Window Well Escape Ladders
Basement window well escape ladders are required on new homes with basement window wells. In addition, they provide peace of mind for concerned parents that…
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teenween
in Landlord 13 years and 5 months ago
Security Deposit
I’d like some feedbakck on whether or not my landlord was entitled to keep over half of our security deposit. We were renting in Beacon,…
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FishieFishie
in Flooring 13 years and 5 months ago
Repair for wood flooring?
Any recommendations for someone to repair a hardwood floor? I don’t need an artist, just hoping for someone competent, affordable, and totally fluent in English.…
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jennyperry
in Other 13 years and 5 months ago
separate utility
I have a dead beat brother who uses and is the main cost for our high bills but doesnt help paid them at all.…
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bklngirl66
in Garden Design and Maintenance 13 years and 5 months ago
Where can I live in Brooklyn or Queens that satisfies these criteria: a yard big enough for a garden that gets some sun, safe neighborhood, and has decent public transportation?
Enter Your Question
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hbranty
in Electricians 13 years and 5 months ago
Need Thermostat Recommendation
Anyone have a thermostat they LOVE? looking for new one and an electrician to install it. Any suggestions much appreciated.
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bklngirl66
in Garden Design and Maintenance 13 years and 5 months ago
Where can I live in Brooklyn or Queens that satisfies these criteria: a yard big enough for a garden that gets some sun, safe neighborhood, and has decent public transportation?
Enter Your Question
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klynn
in Construction 13 years and 5 months ago
Looking for info on a contractor named Samuel Ellenburg?
Looking for any info on work done by a contractor named Samuel Ellenburg. I know he worked on a development in PLG. I am trying…
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