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bklynshrink

in Lighting 10 years and 9 months ago

water damage to light--do I need to replace?

Hi all, My upstairs tenant had a sink overflow that managed to drain a lot of water into the light fixture of my bathroom below.…

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prospectparkgirl

in About Brooklyn 10 years and 9 months ago

Neighbors building an extension

I own a small brick/frame house in Windsor Terrace. I just learned by chance (I overheard his architect discussing the plans in his back yard)…

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Updated 10 years and 9 months ago

bondmovie007

in About Brooklyn 10 years and 9 months ago

Need a Carpenter

Hi I’m looking for a carpenter to build a corner bench seat for my kitchen. Does anyone have any recommendations? My home is in Dyker…

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Updated 10 years and 9 months ago

dwbh

in About Brooklyn 10 years and 9 months ago

Stain on my white carpet

Hi ! I run a boutique and inside I have put a white fluffy carpet. I agree I made a mistake in putting a white…

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freespirit

in General Discussion 10 years and 9 months ago

House vibrates, need advice

Hi! My house is located on a busy road, it is a free-standing 110-year old Victorian house. The road is not in such great condition,…

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Updated 10 years and 9 months ago

zoes

in Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks and Steps 10 years and 9 months ago

new cement (maybe drainage solution) for backyard/driveway

We have a two-house lot (one front, one back, cement in between) in the south slope and our cracked cement backyard and driveway haven’t prevented…

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stickerhappy

in Architectural Salvage 10 years and 9 months ago

Backyard sink- will cast iron or earthenware hold up well?

I’m finally getting around to finishing off our backyard and I wanted to put in a backyard utility sink near where the hose is installed.…

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nf85

in Roofers 10 years and 9 months ago

Gravel up to extension; am I putting the foundation at risk?

Hi brownstoners, I’m worried about some work and would really appreciate your thoughts. We have a very small (about 9 x 12) shaded area immediately…

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bobjohn

in Real Estate - Rentals 10 years and 9 months ago

relative to help rent out the appartment in owner absence.

Hi, we are looking to rent out apartment in our house. We will be away on vacation for two weeks and during this time asked…

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Updated 10 years and 9 months ago

theoperadiva

in Garden 10 years and 9 months ago

Edible (or not) wild grapes, moonseed or something else?

Wondering if there are any amateur or professional botanists here who can help confirm the plant we have growing along our fence in our backyard.…

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Updated 10 years and 9 months ago

iammariaberg

in About Brooklyn 10 years and 9 months ago

Mother and daughter in Co-op

Hi, My ex-wife and daughter lives in a 1-br coop. My daughter was born and raised from that apartment. She has graduated from college and…

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Updated 10 years and 9 months ago

queen0diy

in Chimney and Fireplace 10 years and 9 months ago

Who's installed a concentric vent?

Hello! I am looking into a tankless water heater, which requires concentric venting. Does anyone have this set up, and if so were you able…

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doublenickelsonthedime

in For Sale 14 years ago

Laminate Flooring For Sale

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f7f734a19740-.jpg Six 9.77 sq ft boxes of laminate flooring for sale.  Dream Home Nirvana Plus 10mm Ashford Select Red Oak.  Brand new, in unopened packaging. …

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Updated 10 years and 9 months ago

iammariaberg

in About Brooklyn 10 years and 9 months ago

Mother and daughter in Co-op

Hi, My ex-wife and daughter lives in a 1-br coop. My daughter was born and raised from that apartment. She has graduated from college and…

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daroogle

in About Brooklyn 10 years and 9 months ago

Mahogany stair parts for sale

I have a variety of stair parts that I was collecting for my project. I am selling what I haven’t used. Email me (daroogle at…

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daroogle

in About Brooklyn 10 years and 9 months ago

Mahogany stair parts for sale

I have a variety of stair parts that I was collecting for my project. I am selling what I haven’t used. Email me (daroogle at…

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nhamilto

in Renovation 10 years and 9 months ago

Bluestone for Sale, cut price!

Hi, I have a pallet of light colored bluestone for sale, which would be approximately a ton of material. The stone has a natural cleft…

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sjb

in Roofers 10 years and 9 months ago

CONNOISSEUR MAGAZINES

I really don’t want to throw these lovely pristine magazines in the trash but I have been unable to find anyone who wants them. Any…

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masterbuilder

in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 11 months ago

Funky Church Benches

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fad4c845cf30-.jpg My client bought these benches online believing they were solid oak.  Obviously they are not.  We are looking for a new home for them…

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Updated 10 years and 9 months ago

widthom

in For Sale 12 years and 4 months ago

EMECO Navy chairs FOR SALE

Two classic EMECO Navy chairs for sale in South Slope. Aluminum with black vinyl seat and back. Foam padding under seat is dry and could…

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Updated 10 years and 9 months ago

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