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johnhuesmann
in Electricians 14 years ago
Re-wire or upgrade electrical in 2nd floor brownstone apartment?
Hi folks. We have just purchased a second floor apartment in a park slope brownstone. While it passed a basic home inspection, our GC has…
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iranyc
in Moving and Storage 14 years and 4 months ago
light mover?
I need a decent mover for a small job – five pieces of furniture from an Upper West Side highrise to a brownstone in Brooklyn. Any recommendations?
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prlegendre
in Architectural Salvage 14 years ago
Wall Mirrors for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fa1f204e9d53-.jpg Following the renovation of a Brooklyn brownstone, we are selling two decorative mirrors. that were originally hanging on the walls. One mirror (pictured and…
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prlegendre
in Architectural Salvage 14 years ago
Wall Mirrors for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fa1f204e9d53-.jpg Following the renovation of a Brooklyn brownstone, we are selling two decorative mirrors. that were originally hanging on the walls. One mirror (pictured and…
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psp215
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago
Too Much A/C Tons?
We are doing a gut renovation, and plan on installing ducted 2 zone central a/c. We just received specs for a system that calls for…
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alexbklyn
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago
How to get started buying a brownstone
Hi all- My wife and I have rented in BedStuy for the past number of years and we’re finally in a position where we might…
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prlegendre
in Architectural Salvage 14 years ago
Ceramic Lion for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fa0abef32a03-.jpg Enhance your font steps or back yard! $50 or best offer. Contact Paul at prlegendre@hotmail.com or 718 864 0799.
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mysteriousbrunette
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 14 years ago
Painting
Someone please reccommend a painter. The walls have some cracks. The ceiling has minor peeling. It’s a small room. Meanwhile i’m coming up with painters…
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marty362
in Leisure 14 years ago
BIKE DONATION
I know that this is somewhat off-topic, but does anyone have suggestion about donating 3 bicycles? I’m doing a garage clean-out and I would like…
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sourgrapes
in Garden 14 years ago
Name that weed?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fa18e0c3129b-.jpg Can anyone help me to identify this plant that has been coming up vigorously in my garden? I moved a lot of things around…
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bontheblock
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago
Faux Brownstone Repair??
My facade needs some serious repairs and honestly, spending thirty or fourthy thousand dollars is not even close to be in my budget. The worst…
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jim46
in General Contractors 14 years ago
Rough Renovation Costs?
I am considering buying a 1 or 2 family home in the south slope or windsor terrace. I am debating whether to consider houses that…
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nona525
in Bath & Kitchen 14 years ago
New Clawfoot Tub?
I want one, a nice big one. Kohler has been recommended — but $5,000.+++??? I see some online more in the $2,000\. range, but I…
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shbrooklyn
in Landscaping 14 years ago
Where do I get paver stones for my garden?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f9f09d9621a0-.jpg I am looking for pre-fabricated 18 in x 18 in patio stones for our garden. Home Depot no longer carries them and I called…
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jane1234
in Decks and Porches 14 years ago
stairway to heaven
I have a top floor co-op apartment in a brownstone with a lovely, exclusive roof deck. The problem? Hauling myself up a thin wire ladder,…
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taltal13
in Real Estate - Sales 14 years and 1 month ago
Section of Bedford Stuyvesant
Hi All, I have a question for you. I’m an investor looking in the Bed Stuy neighborhood. I’ve seen a lot in the Western Section…
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prlegendre
in Architectural Salvage 14 years ago
Ceramic Lion for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fa0abef32a03-.jpg Enhance your font steps or back yard! $50 or best offer. Contact Paul at prlegendre@hotmail.com or 718 864 0799.
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prlegendre
in Architectural Salvage 14 years ago
Marble Countertops for Sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fa0a8f8667e3-.jpg We have two original marble countertops (with faucets) that we are selling following the renovation of our brownstone. They both have a sink cut-out…
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jane1234
in Decks and Porches 14 years ago
stairway to heaven
I have a top floor co-op apartment in a brownstone with a lovely, exclusive roof deck. The problem? Hauling myself up a thin wire ladder,…
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mantels4sale
in Chimney and Fireplace 14 years ago
Elaborately carved white marble mantel for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fa0774baee4b-.jpg I am selling a gorgeous, detailed white marble mantel, originally from a 25-foot brownstone in Prospect Heights and currently living carefully laid flat in…
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