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RBCG
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 8 months ago
Fireplace conversion
We’d like to convert a parlor-floor fireplace to wood-burning. Used to be forced-air, with three channels (one for each floor). The chimney is fairly deep…
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orrsuz
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
Contractot rec: Chris Lombardi part2
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51afcb66d589c-.jpg sorry not sure how to upload multiple photos either. This is the mantle/moulding he installed and his contact number is 516 322 9060
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orrsuz
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
Contractot rec: Chris Lombardi part2
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51afcb66d589c-.jpg sorry not sure how to upload multiple photos either. This is the mantle/moulding he installed and his contact number is 516 322 9060
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orrsuz
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
Contractor recommendation: Chris Lombardi
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51afc5c58a9ce-.jpg I posted a recommendation for Chris last year for his work on my bathroom renovation but after he finished our living room which was…
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rcltrh
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
Fiberglass or stamped metal cornice replacement?
Now that the inside of the house is completely restored, we are moving to the outside. We are going to have new siding installed, a…
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rcltrh
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
Fiberglass or stamped metal cornice replacement?
Now that the inside of the house is completely restored, we are moving to the outside. We are going to have new siding installed, a…
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presidentst
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years ago
Blue Board w/ Veneer Plaster Installers?
Hi, any recommendations for someone in Brooklyn that can install blue board with veneer plaster vs regular dry wall? see: http://www.bobvila.com/articles/361-blueboard-and-veneer-plaster-offer-old-style-look/pages/1 No one I speak…
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snarkolepctic
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
Ooooh that smell....
We just finished a whole house renovation which included new drywall, new floors, everything, I think except party walls and joists. And yet, now that…
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snarkolepctic
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
Ooooh that smell....
We just finished a whole house renovation which included new drywall, new floors, everything, I think except party walls and joists. And yet, now that…
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mac03
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
House Of The Day: 44 Monroe Street, Brooklyn, NY seems to have be in contract for full contract price. Jerry Minsky does it again !!
House of the day: 44 Monroe Street, Brooklyn, NY 11238
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jg1
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
does anyone know WHO can do the repair on the corbel on the roof line of our brownstone - 1 of the 4 has rotted - we found the corbels for sale on various websites, just need the work done
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theoperadiva
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
ISO: Stair contractor recommendation
We’re in need of new rails and spindles for two interior staircases in our brownstone, and we are seeking recommendations for stair contractors. We’ve already…
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theoperadiva
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
ISO: Stair contractor recommendation
We’re in need of new rails and spindles for two interior staircases in our brownstone, and we are seeking recommendations for stair contractors. We’ve already…
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mac03
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
House Of The Day: 44 Monroe Street, Brooklyn, NY seems to have be in contract for full contract price. Jerry Minsky does it again !!
House of the day: 44 Monroe Street, Brooklyn, NY 11238
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susannahmeadows
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
Experience with removing mold?
We have mold growing in our basement. Can anyone recommend someone to remove it?
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dj242
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
Brownstone Exterior Renovation
I am looking for a good, reasonable contractor that restores exterior window frames and windows on brownstones.
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putnam
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
Where to find historic floor plans? Help understanding old layout.
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/518fcee78ff5f-.jpg I am not looking for my original blue prints, but wondering where I could find period-specific floor plans or layouts for 1910’s Brooklyn row…
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katiekatie
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
Soundproofing windows
Hi, We just bought a place that we need serious noise reduction from buses and traffic. Anyone used CityProof or CityQuiet? CityProof installs an interior…
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