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jeanmarine2
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Seeking referrals for preservationist contractors/professionals for a brownstone reno
We are planning a kitchen/deck renovation and would love referrals to contractors and other professionals who really “get” old brownstones and love the details and…
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CGmodern
in Doors 13 years and 2 months ago
Stripping Double Entry Doors
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd11d71dcf42-.jpg i know this has been asked a million times already, but the forum “search” ain’t what it used to be! I’m looking to have…
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Joanna
in Moving and Storage 13 years and 2 months ago
Moving/storage for temporary move-out
We will be renovating our two-bedroom apartment and will have to clear everything out for the renovation. Can anyone give me a ballpark estimate of…
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runes
in Lumber and Building Materials 13 years and 2 months ago
Scaffolding to protect garden from ivy removal
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd095c07c615-.jpg The 4-story high ivy on the adjacent wall in my backyard is going to be removed soon. I need to protect my garden while…
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realestate
in Flooring 13 years and 2 months ago
Floor Repair (for restored pine sub-floors)?
We’re seeking someone who can repair restored pine sub-floors. We restored ours in our 125-yr-old brownstone since the previous owners had put yucky engineered flooring…
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Alfie
in Accounting 13 years and 2 months ago
Collecting rental income as a non-American
I’m considering buy a 2 family home that I was planning on renting out to tenants. I am not an American citizen, and am here…
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jmax
in Appliances 13 years and 2 months ago
Source for discounted appliances
We’re in contract on a one-bedroom apartment in Boerum Hill. The kitchen (including appliances) is dated, but very much usable, so we’re planning to wait…
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cohenlink
in Furniture 13 years and 2 months ago
extremely well preserved and beautiful pair of SILK SOFAS / couches
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd0a71ad01cf-.jpg extremely well preserved and beautiful PAIR OF SILK sofas/couch- $500 EACH or $1000 both Measurements are H: 27 D: 32.5 L: 85 Additional pictures:…
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cohenlink
in Furniture 13 years and 2 months ago
extremely well preserved and beautiful pair of SILK SOFAS / couches
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd0a71ad01cf-.jpg extremely well preserved and beautiful PAIR OF SILK sofas/couch- $500 EACH or $1000 both Measurements are H: 27 D: 32.5 L: 85 Additional pictures:…
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runes
in Lumber and Building Materials 13 years and 2 months ago
Scaffolding to protect garden from ivy removal
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd095c07c615-.jpg The 4-story high ivy on the adjacent wall in my backyard is going to be removed soon. I need to protect my garden while…
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11231
in Flooring 13 years and 2 months ago
Lowes Tile Installation?
Wondering if anyone can comment on Lowes for tile installation? Am considering for basement floor. Seems to cost about $5.50 sq ft. Thank You.
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lasignora
in Antiques 13 years and 2 months ago
Antique lighting for sale
2 sets of elegant, gilded sconces; 2 lovely, petite chandeliers, four, French flush mount ceiling lights with glass shades and ornate bases. Moving and new…
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ktm6
in Doors 13 years and 2 months ago
Pocket door and panel door for sale
approx 88″ high, 38″ wide, 2 1/2″ thick in good condition (see picture) http://doorsforsale.wordpress.com/2012/06/04/doors-for-sale/ other panel door – approx 90″ high, 32″ wide, 1 3/4″…
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ktm6
in Doors 13 years and 2 months ago
Pocket door and panel door for sale
approx 88″ high, 38″ wide, 2 1/2″ thick in good condition (see picture) http://doorsforsale.wordpress.com/2012/06/04/doors-for-sale/ other panel door – approx 90″ high, 32″ wide, 1 3/4″…
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DouglasAlan
in Sidewalks 13 years and 2 months ago
Repairing Sidewalk and Front - Cost and Time?
I’m looking to redo my sidewalk and front area. I’m assuming this means jackhammering up what’s there and pouring all new concrete, but if it…
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stickerhappy
in Counters 13 years and 11 months ago
Bowling alley countertops
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e5bba03cd1f1-.jpg I am considering buying a couple of 3.5×7.5′ slabs of old bowling alley floor, maybe 3″ thick, to construct kitchen countertops. I’d like to…
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johnmarrison
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 2 months ago
Need help with replacing cabinet pulls in kitchen
Hello all, My kitchen cabinet pulls are outdated. I tried painting them silver to update them, but they just stick out like sore thumbs now.…
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deano
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 2 months ago
Looking for parlor double doors
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fce71bc2788a-.jpg I’m looking for a set of original parlor double doors (hinged, not pocket) in the arched style like those in the photo here. Dont…
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