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ib28
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
Deck Stair Height Question
I know that backyard decks in NYC are required to have a railing height of at least 42 inches per code. But what about the…
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moriata
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
Protecting staircase and hallway during move-in?
Hi, we just had our common hallway, second floor stairs and walls repainted. Our new tenants are moving in soon. How do we protect the…
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xuytbjicwnofjdde
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
Fallen branch from Parks Dept tree
This past Monday when the big storms / wind rolled through, a huge branch from our neighbor’s tree came crashing down in the street (a…
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atkinsp
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
Drafting Drawing for LPC for Replacing Window
Does anyone have a recommendation for someone that could do drawings for LPC for replacing (non original) windows in a Landmarked district? I’ve already begun…
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peaceout
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
ISO Window AC to fit with window guards
Hello Brownstoners, Any recs? Need a slim AC that does not impede with window guards. TIA!
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xuytbjicwnofjdde
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
Fallen branch from Parks Dept tree
This past Monday when the big storms / wind rolled through, a huge branch from our neighbor’s tree came crashing down in the street (a…
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heightsgirl
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
Floor Refinisher
Can anyone recommend a good floor refinisher in addition to the requisite Verrazano’s and Carlos companies?
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parkslopeguy
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
floating deck
I was asked a question today and for the life of me i cant find an answer on the city sites, so now im really…
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atkinsp
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
Drafting Drawing for LPC for Replacing Window
Does anyone have a recommendation for someone that could do drawings for LPC for replacing (non original) windows in a Landmarked district? I’ve already begun…
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InBklyn76
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
Mini-Splits for heating/cooling whole house
I have read so many messages in this board about mini splits and having significant doubt about whether I am making a bad choice by…
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ovbcgzyflcvwei
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
Estate Sale- Crown Heights
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xzgkssumzhyvtey
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
C of O / removing a kitchen
I’m renovating a small 1860s frame house that has no certificate of occupancy. It’s in extremely poor condition and is being gut-renovated. It has two…
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santos
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
Door repair
Door repair and finishing before and after [20230727_153849](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:7k9j:20230727_153849.jpg.jpg) [20230727_153856](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:THsh:20230727_153856.jpg.jpg)
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PNutz
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
Converting 2 family to 1 family - Questions from a newbie
Hi all, We own a 2 family home and are at the early planning stage of converting it to single family use. The home was…
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peaceout
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
ISO Window AC to fit with window guards
Hello Brownstoners, Any recs? Need a slim AC that does not impede with window guards. TIA!
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xzgkssumzhyvtey
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
C of O / removing a kitchen
I’m renovating a small 1860s frame house that has no certificate of occupancy. It’s in extremely poor condition and is being gut-renovated. It has two…
0
justinromeu26
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
Varnish for Front Doors
to answer a question that came to me by email or text (from someone on this board): I prefer these marine varnishes in this order:…
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myrta
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
Wood Finishing Class for Beginners
I had a home inspection done last Friday with Steve Cymbalski of Brownstone Home Inspection and The Tinker’s Wagon. Steve has broad knowledge in everything…
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Fort_Green_p_nut
in General Discussion 2 years and 8 months ago
Water damage - wainscoting removal & preservation
Had a pipe burst and need to remediate a wall that has original wainscoting. Does anyone have a preferred specialist that can remove the wood…
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fmb78
in Doors & Windows 2 years and 8 months ago
In search of woodworker for a few projects (door repair, etc.)
Hello all. After trying to make contact with a couple highly recommended woodworkers in my neighborhood, I’m still searching for somebody. I’m looking to have…
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