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parkslopemom
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 5 months ago
replacing formics countertop
Has anyone used either Lowe’s or Home Depot recently for replacing countertop, sink and faucets (not cabinets)? Good experience? Bad?
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redwagon
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 9 months ago
Custom doors for under stairs
We are putting storage space under our stairs and need to have custom doors made for the space. Please pass along any recommendations. Thanks
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rbenoff
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 5 months ago
Stinky smell from the BASE of our toilet. What's up??
So after much detective work and a thorough cleaning, my husband and I have deduced that there is a sewage/methane smell seeping up from the…
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coopking
in Real Estate - General 13 years and 6 months ago
Whats the best way to buy a 2 family building?
A friend of mine and I are seriously considering buying a modest 2 family building in the near future. Most likely somewhere in crown heights…
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bensenjak
in For Sale 13 years and 5 months ago
Xenon Under Cabinet Lights for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f283b45a7c54-.jpg WAC White Xenon Under Cabinet Light Bar Used less than one month bensenjak@gmail.com – park slope 120V Premier Xenon Light Bar White Finish Line…
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oldtimer
in Furniture 13 years and 5 months ago
Free bookcases
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f28385d5e034-.jpg I’m replacing these book cases and will be leaving them on the street. Unless anyone wants to take them and so take them out…
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oldtimer
in Furniture 13 years and 5 months ago
Free bookcases
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f28385d5e034-.jpg I’m replacing these book cases and will be leaving them on the street. Unless anyone wants to take them and so take them out…
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kidbklyn
in Quality of Life 13 years and 6 months ago
Parking tickets during alternate side parking hours.
Has anyone been ticketed during alternate side parking for violating code 45\. The violation states that stopping, standing, or parking; or if a vehicle extends…
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cheryl112
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
Recommendation for cellar brick repointing
Any recommendations? It’s the first step of a whole basement remodel that I’d like to do.
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bklynbrickhouse
in Heating 13 years and 6 months ago
Good Steam Heat Pros? Air-Vent Maintenance? 2nd Fl Cool
Hi, Anyone have good experiences with professionals who really know single thermostat, one-pipe low-pressure steam radiator heating systems, and proper radiator/main air vents/valves settings…
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11231
in Other 13 years and 6 months ago
Recommendation for a Wireless Doorbell?
Can anyone recommend a wireless doorbell for a four-story (3 family) building? Thank you.
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Liani
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 13 years and 6 months ago
Finally willing to share my handy man!
Folks, So I’m finally ready to share my new handyman contact info. (I needed to wait till they were done with a few projects here..)…
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LowerUWSider
in Building Code 13 years and 6 months ago
Buildings Department Permit for Window Replacement?
Does anyone know whether a buildings department permit is required for the replacement of windows (brick to brick) on the primary facade of a landmarked…
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ag
in Metalwork 13 years and 6 months ago
Non-Ugly Interior Window Gates?
We’re looking at buying a street-level apt that’s currently w/o any security. Just learned that we’re not allowed to install window gates on the building’s exterior…
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slimc
in Flooring 13 years and 6 months ago
TILE FLOOR -- REMOVE AND REPLACE
I am looking for someone to remove a tiled kitchen floor, assess the original wood floor underneath (if it exists) and retile or refinish based…
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CHM
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 6 months ago
Grout or caulk between tub and tiles
The caulk/grout between our bathtub and wall tiles has turned black with mold. I want to regrout and think we should just use grout with…
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s54321c
in Real Estate - General 13 years and 6 months ago
Do you have a place we could store our bicycles?
We have a tiny apartment on 13th street and Prospect Park West and are looking for a storage solution for our bikes. Please let us…
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DouglasAlan
in Family and Parenting 13 years and 6 months ago
Backyard Playground Safety Tiles
I’m looking for these things in Brooklyn, or anywhere in the NYC/Nassau County area. Everybody sells the indoor tiles, but I need the ones specifically…
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longhaul
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 11 months ago
Interior Staircase Handrail Replacement
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e565e4c89266-.jpg I am trying to replace a missing segment of a wooden handrail from an interior staircase. I would like to match the profile of…
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