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brooklynbemused
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years ago
Price to fix bluestone sidewalk
Hi all My insurance company says that I have to fix my sidewalk as it is a tripping hazard. It is mostly bluestone which I…
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crownrenovation
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years ago
En-suite master bathroom or Massive walk-in Closet??
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/511536e996bc6-.jpg We have a triple parlor home 20×50 so our 3rd floor has a 8ft deep middle room which has 2 sinks, one for each…
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abacus01
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years ago
Looking for a ornamental plaster molding(moulding) restoration and replication pro
Hi all. It looks like that we need a very special plaster people with ornamental plaster restoration experience and sculpting skills. We are about renovating…
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riinehart
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years ago
Preserving molding and plaster during major electrical reno?
Hi all, in the process of getting quotes for some much-needed electrical work, but a few rooms in the house still have nice original molding…
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hooky
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Using a Summer Cover?
I just had my fireplace done- I loved my contractor (AJ Chimney out of Queens- I can’t say enough about how wonderful they were, and…
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viaorient
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Beams Eated by Termites. Need Structure Engineer Recommendation
Hello, After opening up the ceilingin the basement, I just discovered major termite damage on the beams in the basement. To proceed, I would like…
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anotherposter
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Custom closet rec
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51004ea3b74af-.jpg I’ve gotten some great info from the forum and am happy to now be able to offer up some from my experience. In case…
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lkpe
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Contractor/Iron worker recommendation
Just wanted to drop a quick note to recommend contractor Gregg Resnick of Allied Arborcraft, whom my husband and I found on Brownstoner originally. We…
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steveg
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 4 months ago
roof rats? exterminator recommendation
Well its that time again, mice want a warm place to live and come visit our 4 story limestone.. Seems every year I have some…
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gothaml
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Enclose Public Staiway? Don't even ask?
We have a 5 story brownstone and are wondering if anyone has been approved to enclose the public-sprinklered stairway to combine top two floors into a single…
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astorian
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Can I get the floors level
Surely this is a common question, but forigve me, I’m a beginner. I’m looking at a 2-story two-family house, 20 ft wide, semi-attached brick construction…
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CGDad
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Help with neighbor filing unjustified complaints to DOB
Hi all- Before embarking on a reno project that will likely require permits/filing, I’d like some advice on how to best deal with a nettlesome…
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theoperadiva
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
ISO: pocket shutter fabricator, iron fabricator and general millwork assistance
Hi all, We’re looking to replace the pocket shutters in our house (replace, unfortunately not restore as what’s there isn’t usable) and are seeking recommendations. …
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utoeid
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
11 Marvin Windows for Sale-$900\. Dimensions listed (post 1 of 4)
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50eb28b4572ad-.jpg Hey Brownstoners, I am selling 11 aluminum clad Marvin windows in putty color. The dimensions are as follows: (5) 33 3/8 x 64 1/2 …
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dukesnewhome
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Looking for a brownstone project
I am an architect and am interested in buying a brownstone that needs work. A total gut renovation is perfectly fine with me. My price…
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happycats
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Black Mastic On Wood Kitchen Subfloor...Should It Be Replaced Before Putting In a Wood Floor
Hi. I have black mastic from vinyl tiles all over my subfloor. Does anyone know if this should be replaced with a new subfloor? I…
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kdubs
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Changing a building number?
Anyone know if you can change a BK townhouse’s building number — specifically changing a building number that **ends with an “A”** to a number…
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skatrina
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Need Oak, Victorian Entry doors?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50e1b90debeb5-.jpg Late 1800’s oak entry door set: width each door is 21″ 2/4 x 83 3/4 tall. all original finish, knob and glass. knob is…
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timmartin
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Any ideas (other than craigslist/ebay) for old hot water radiators, tall and columnar? 13x13x48 high, or so?
I am looking for old radiators, to go in a tight corner, needs to be 13wx13dx36-48″ high, does anyone have any suggestions where I can…
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