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deva
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Easy to maintain deck and fence?
Hello dear brownstoners, I am getting ready to fix up my backyard and trying to figure out what material to use for fencing and decking.…
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Nigel
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Fire place inserts - looking for good home
We have these fireplace inserts to give away – looking for a recommendation on store or restoration business that can make sure they go to…
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emilyposter
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Wood Handrail on indoor staircase - Code ?
We are installing a wooden handrail on our stairs from parlor flr to garden level. Wondering if there’s code that covers this. Can we put…
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Nigel
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Fire place inserts - looking for good home
We have these fireplace inserts to give away – looking for a recommendation on store or restoration business that can make sure they go to…
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aqueenlee
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Benjamin Moore Exterior Regal Select Paint
Hi, I originally posted about my fallen cornice back in Sept 2020. Well the job got started and coming along nicely. Painting will start shortly.…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Floor to Floor Impact Vibration
Folks, I’m considering starting a blog called Flipped Frustrations that is all about the perils of buying a flipped townhouse in Brooklyn and the corners…
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jazzwalk
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Boiler Replacement Cost
We need to replace our boiler and received a general quote of $12K-$14K. Is this consistent with what other people have paid?
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michaelsaur67
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Repaint cornice in black flat or semi-gloss?
We are having our townhouse cornice repainted and can’t decide whether to choose flat or semi-gloss. Any input from the forum?
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Cost to resurface brownstone stoop steps?
We have effluorescence on our brownstone stoop steps. Anyone have a ballpark idea of how much it would cost to remove the white patches or…
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emilyposter
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Wood Handrail on indoor staircase - Code ?
We are installing a wooden handrail on our stairs from parlor flr to garden level. Wondering if there’s code that covers this. Can we put…
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michaelsaur67
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Repaint cornice in black flat or semi-gloss?
We are having our townhouse cornice repainted and can’t decide whether to choose flat or semi-gloss. Any input from the forum?
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
NYC Local Law 152 - Average Cost?
https://www.reddit.com/r/AskNYC/comments/mhfni9/nyc_local_law_152_gas_line_inspections_cost/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf I manage a brownstone property in Brooklyn Heights and I am aware that we will have to get a gas line inspection performed under…
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katanov01
in General Discussion 5 years ago
DOB PW3 estimates for ALT2
I am renovating a 3 family Brownstone. Nothing fancy. Good rental quality full renovation with relocation of bathrooms and reconfiguration while following all rules as…
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katanov01
in General Discussion 5 years ago
DOB PW3 estimates for ALT2
I am renovating a 3 family Brownstone. Nothing fancy. Good rental quality full renovation with relocation of bathrooms and reconfiguration while following all rules as…
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mvidale66
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Replacing brick moulding in landmarked property
I’m looking to replace my primary facade windows in a landmarked property. I’d also like to replace the brick mouldings which have partially rotted through.…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
NYC Local Law 152 - Average Cost?
https://www.reddit.com/r/AskNYC/comments/mhfni9/nyc_local_law_152_gas_line_inspections_cost/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf I manage a brownstone property in Brooklyn Heights and I am aware that we will have to get a gas line inspection performed under…
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krobertson
in General Discussion 5 years and 1 month ago
NYC requirements for drip irrigation / lawn sprinklers?
I’m considering if its practical to put in a simple/budget DIY style drip irrigation and lawn sprinkler system (~2 heads) for my small yard connected…
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hiursula
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Re brownstone stairs and facade
Hello. The steps of my brownstone are crumbling and need some attention. Wondering if anyone has any recommendations of contractors you have worked with and…
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