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brooklynmaterials
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 7 months ago
Wood reclaimed from old bowling alley lanes - for counter, table, desk, bar, etc.
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f673bc3e7a30-.jpg We have a few pieces left so posting one last time… Salvaged sections of old bowling lane floor from a closed down bowling alley…
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berniceshola
in Construction 13 years and 7 months ago
removing a wall on parlor floor?
I’d love to hear from anyone who has had experience removing a load-bearing wall between a rear parlor and side room. Experiences? Recommendations? Costs? Any…
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megannyc
in Architecture 13 years and 7 months ago
Architect and General Contractor?
For a small renovation of an apartment (built-in cabinetry, some new lighting, new runtal heaters, new doors and baseboards, new closet work, total scope around…
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kidbklyn
in Furnace Repair 13 years and 7 months ago
Chair repair
Where can I get a good quality desk chair recained?
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Kateruba
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 7 months ago
Glass floor deck? Those with steel decks - do you have light blockage issues?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f7dc1b32681f-.jpg Hello everyone, I am in the beginning stages of planning to build a deck on the back of my house. My yard already faces…
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kls
in Pest Control 13 years and 7 months ago
Termites and neighbors
I just found termites in our garden apt kitchen, which is an extension. Last fall my neighbor told me they were tearing down their wood…
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anonymous
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 7 months ago
Brownstone doors
Anyone have a good recommendation on where to go for new brownstone doors? Something traditional? Cost?
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kls
in Pest Control 13 years and 7 months ago
Termites and neighbors
I just found termites in our garden apt kitchen, which is an extension. Last fall my neighbor told me they were tearing down their wood…
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oncewas
in Financial Services 13 years and 9 months ago
Great mortgage broker
I have just signed the papers for a refinance that I have tried and failed three times since 2009 to get done (through Chase -…
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johnmarsh
in Garden 13 years and 7 months ago
Who is the best and Affordable Topsoil.
_**Hi Friends!**_ As we have discussed a lot of time but could not find the correct answer. So here i come again with my question…
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johnmarsh
in Garden 13 years and 7 months ago
Who is the best and Affordable Topsoil.
_**Hi Friends!**_ As we have discussed a lot of time but could not find the correct answer. So here i come again with my question…
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clintonstbh
in Landscaping 13 years and 7 months ago
Hot tub?
This may sound crazy but has anyone in the Brownstoner community installed a hot tub in their backyard? Or know someone who has? I have…
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sobrooklyn
in Garden 13 years and 7 months ago
Spring Gardening
Hello–I plan to do some landscaping in my backyard now the weather is turning. Does anyone have a resource for finding out about deals and…
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TracyT
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 7 months ago
bathroom reno recommendation
Our two bathrooms need attention. We have the original sinks and tubs, floor tiles and marble wainscotting, which is charming–but after 115 years, they are…
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handywoman
in Lighting 13 years and 7 months ago
recommending an electrician
We found Roger De Electric to be outstandingly honest. Roger came very highly recommended and then actually discouraged us from doing some work we had…
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krohe
in Co-Op Related 13 years and 7 months ago
cooperative purchase
I’d like to own a floor of an historic rowhouse, but I don’t want to buy someone else’s renovations. At the same time, my pockets…
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2x4
in Construction 13 years and 7 months ago
Renovating/permits - how long should we be prepared to wait?
Hello Brownstoners – My husband and I are debtating whether to buy an apartment that needs substantial amount of work – new kitchen, new bathroom,…
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nbiegel
in Stores 13 years and 7 months ago
Looking fr a store called Nathan Balem (spelling?)
I used to go there as a child about 35 years ago and would like more info. Thanks
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