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slackjaw
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Cost and delayh to converting a brownstone with no C of O from a one-family to a 2-family?
My wife and I are considering buying a brownstone-style townhouse. We recently learned that it has no C of O (pre-1938) and is a legal…
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annep
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Do I need to get a work/construction permit to building a walk-in closet in my condo?
I purchased a condo in a 4-unit brownstone two years ago — unfortunately it only has one closet, so I’ve decided that I need to…
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julyfirefly
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Redoing a Badly Done Addition as Part of a Gut Renovation
We are looking at a 2 story, 2 family townhouse on a 20×97 foot lot that we believe has 3880 sf of buildable space but…
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sobrooklyn
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Cheap Countertops
Any suggestions for a place where I can get quartz or granite countertops for under $40 a sq ft, including installation? Thanks!
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lucysnowe
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Silver plated chandelier for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50ce7573390bc-.jpg Approx. 19″w x 23″h $100 Call 917-907-3030
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lucysnowe
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Sweet tole chandelier
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50ce746da1791-.jpg Approx. 13″w x 13″ h We have missing crystals. Chandelier needs some cosmetic attention, but is special. $75 Call 917-907-3030
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blaqhole
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
600 CFM Range hood and a 4" duct, is it possible or just madness?
Hello. I am seeking out advice about a kitchen we are renovating. We would like to get a 36″ 6 burner gas range, 15,000 BTUs…
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anetwest
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
NEST thermostat
I have a ten volt exsisting boiler, and I would like to upgrade to a NEST thermostat. The NEST requires 24 volt power, can anyone…
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psrookie
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Design-Build Companies vs. separate architect/contractor?
We are in contract on a brownstone in PS that needs quite a bit of renovations. What’s the difference between a design-build company (i.e. Excel…
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putnam
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
203k Renovation - General Contractor
After almost a year of searching, I finally found a great property and am in the final stretch of closing! The place needs a little…
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stickerhappy
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 3 months ago
Rehabbing my scary understoop dungeon
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50b4f7d61c705-.jpg The vestibule underneath my stoop is a mess. The wall (cementious coating?) over brick (in photo) is cracking- possibly from moisture getting in. …
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esther
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 3 months ago
REALLY Need your Help with Terrace Glass Sliding doors
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50abb71d2431e-.jpg Hello All, I need terrace glass sliding doors. Please see attached. Does anyone know where I can have this made? Can you recommend a…
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paddy5200
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 3 months ago
St. Vincent De Paul Church alter?
I have searched the internet but cannot find any pictures of the St. Vincent De Paul Church altar, in williamsburg which has been dismantled. can anyone…
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gigi
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 3 months ago
polished concrete floors
hi all. We are renovating a basement where we will put the bedrooms. I want to have a finish with polished concrete floors. Can ayone…
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gprenter
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 3 months ago
Rental Brokers in Greenpoint
I am looking to move to a 3BR in Greenpoint–preferably with a dishwasher and laundry in the apt or building. Wondering if anyone can recommend…
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keith
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 3 months ago
looking for vintage molding
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50a8177f5a0fb-.jpg I am restoring my 1892 brownstone rowhouse in Bed/Stuy and I am missing a critical peice of “chair rail” molding, so I am putting…
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CRussen
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 4 months ago
Thinking of using Vanderbilt Design Build?
Don’t! They used to be Clinton Hill Design Build, and then became Vanderbilt Brownstones, Kitchens, and Baths. Now their new website and storefront reads “Vanderbilt…
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radgirl
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 3 months ago
Refinishing wood floors price quote question
On average, how much per square foot to refinish the original wood floors for a brownstone in crown heights? I’m asking per square foot because…
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bklynist
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 3 months ago
Ceramic subway tile on mesh sheets?
Our contractor has informed us that installing 3×6 porcelain/ceramic subway tile in our bathrooms one tile at a time will greatly increase the time of…
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karenanne9
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 3 months ago
Combined structural and mechanical (HVAC) engineer?
I’m looking for a firm/individual who can provide both structural and mechanical (HVAC) services. I need stamped plans as well as inspections. Any leads would…
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