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psp215
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months 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 13 years and 2 months 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 13 years and 2 months 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 13 years and 2 months 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 13 years and 2 months 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 13 years and 2 months 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 13 years and 2 months 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 13 years and 2 months 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 13 years and 2 months 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 13 years and 2 months 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 13 years and 2 months 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 13 years and 3 months 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 13 years and 2 months 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 13 years and 2 months 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 13 years and 2 months 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 13 years and 2 months 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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dragonfruit
in Architecture 13 years and 2 months ago
How to Move Ahead on Renovation?
Hi – We’re struggling with how to proceed on renovating our 3 floor Park Slope brownstone. It’s relatively livable but systems are totally outdated (forced…
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vttobk
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Deck costs?
We are putting a deck on our brownstone and want to do steel frame with wood on top, and have been quoted a price of…
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OneOneTwoZeroOne
in Mortgage 13 years and 2 months ago
$1,896 total monthly payment for studio condo unit
is it really **”Cheaper than a rent payment for a comparably sized residence” ??** This amount includes maintance and monthly taxes. The building borders Clinton Hill…
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brooklynhouselove
in Brownstoner 13 years and 2 months ago
Seeking Recommendations for Ironwork/Aluminum Co. for Exterior Guardrail
I need an L shaped guardrail with a door for the top of a staircase in my backyard. Currently there isn’t anything there and we need something…
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