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stickerhappy

in Lighting 12 years and 11 months ago

Outdoor globe lighting- any recs?

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/502500ddba8ed-.jpg We were looking for a couple of these types of lights to mount outside our front door near the top of the stoop– but…

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Amym718

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

Off our rockers not to file?

We’re about to do some remodeling. Most of it falls well within the boundaries of what is permitted without filing. (A bathroom upgrade with all…

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breadbasket

in Architecture 12 years and 11 months ago

Architect suggestions

Hi,     I am currently in contract on a brownstone in Clinton Hill that needs a good amount of renovations – relocating kitchens and bathrooms,…

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chillym

in Exterminator 12 years and 11 months ago

Exterminator Recommendations for Bed-Stuy?

My upstairs tenants have seen a mouse – so far this is the only sign of any unwanted inhabitants, but I’d like to have someone…

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sobrooklyn

in Furniture 12 years and 11 months ago

Chair Reupholstery

Hi, i am looking to have some chair reupholstered for a reasonable price.  any suggestions?

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hellerjoshua

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

Great Architect Experience.

I am writing to praise Ed Kopel Architecture.  My wife and I recently renovated our 1930’s brick colonial.  The job included structural work, reconfiguration of…

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janeteditor

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

Brownstone Steps need Patching

Hi All, Can anyone recommend someone who can patch brownstone steps? The edges of some of our steps are in need of repair. Thanks, Janet

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radgirl

in Lawyers and legal service 12 years and 11 months ago

Buying a 2 family home that is set up as a 3 family. Seller wants to close w/all tenants still in bldg...but with a large escrow. What do we do?

hi, we are thinking of buying a home that is a legal 2 family, but is currently set up as a 3 family. The illegal…

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msmyth

in Landscaping 12 years and 11 months ago

Looking for a Brooklyn landscaper that's hands on and awesome?

We hired Eco Brooklyn to renovate and provide inspiration for our back garden in our home in Bed Stuy.  After interviewing many local landscapers, we…

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slvillager

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 1 month ago

more fun with c of o and refis

i asked a question on this board about a month ago re: c of o and refi on a 4 fam being used as a…

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poise

in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 1 month ago

designer for bathroom redo

I’m looking for a Brooklyn- based design person with good ideas to design a basic, low cost 5′ x 7′ bathroom.  Any recommendations appreciated.

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bennybushwick

in Radiators 13 years and 4 months ago

Radiator

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f582a7f16a56-.jpg Any one can recommend me a place to find  a modern radiator for my bathroom. Thanks

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anonymous

in Exteriors 12 years and 11 months ago

replacement windows and facade work

Hi, Three questions: I’m looking for recs re. replacement windows. I checked out older posts and am going to speak w/Citiquiet and LWP. Any other…

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SewardWasRight

in Radiators 12 years and 11 months ago

ORNATE RADIATORS! Bundy Columbia for the 2-Pipe Steam

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5021c8be57f81-.jpg I have two rare and ornate Bundy Columbia 2-pipe steam radiators.   Most people who have steam systems have a 1-Pipe steam system.  …

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SewardWasRight

in Radiators 12 years and 11 months ago

ORNATE RADIATORS! Bundy Columbia for the 2-Pipe Steam

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5021c8be57f81-.jpg I have two rare and ornate Bundy Columbia 2-pipe steam radiators.   Most people who have steam systems have a 1-Pipe steam system.  …

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alexk

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

Looking for a Strucural Engenier

Hi, We a renovating and want to make a loft out of the attic room. This will require some joists to be removed. They do…

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Amym718

in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 11 months ago

Pretty Bathroom Pics?

I’m looking for photos for inspiration as we’re about to (very quickly) put in a small full bath and fix up another. I’m not mad…

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stuchesh

in Soundproofing 12 years and 11 months ago

Looking for a Soundproofing Contractor in Brooklyn

Hi – I’m looking for a contractor in Brooklyn who can take on a complex Elevator Machine Room soundproofing job.  I have an RFP prepared,…

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sdraganbrooklyn

in Carpenters and Woodworkers 12 years and 11 months ago

Looking for talented carpenter to restore and install front doors

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/501f5eb1ac800-.jpg Hi! We have been trying to find the right pair of front doors for our brownstone for a long, long…. long time. A couple…

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jasons

in Wood Restoration 12 years and 11 months ago

Door & Window repair

hello! my wife and i recently purchased the parlor floor of a co-oped brownstone in park slope.  we have two entrances into our apt which…

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