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workisfun
in Environmental and Green Design 10 years and 11 months ago
Fragrant plants for the vestibule
Hi, Sometimes the vestibule that I share with my tenants gets a bit stale-smelling. Can anyone recommend plants that can survive with just a little…
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ffdirecto
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 11 months ago
Potential Condo Renovations
We are seriously considering putting in a bid on a triplex condo but it needs some work (mostly cosmetic) and we want to get a…
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alexbklyn
in For Sale 10 years and 11 months ago
FS: Hotpoint stainless steel gas range, fridge, and GE compact dishwasher
Hi all, We are just finishing up a kitchen renovation that has us replacing our stainless steel Hotpoint brand refrigerator, Hotpoint stove, and GE mini-dishwasher.…
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alexbklyn
in For Sale 10 years and 11 months ago
FS: Hotpoint stainless steel gas range, fridge, and GE compact dishwasher
Hi all, We are just finishing up a kitchen renovation that has us replacing our stainless steel Hotpoint brand refrigerator, Hotpoint stove, and GE mini-dishwasher.…
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alexbklyn
in For Sale 10 years and 11 months ago
FS: Hotpoint stainless steel gas range, fridge, and GE compact dishwasher
Hi all, We are just finishing up a kitchen renovation that has us replacing our stainless steel Hotpoint brand refrigerator, Hotpoint stove, and GE mini-dishwasher.…
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trudylou
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 11 months ago
Down spout segments came apart - who can fix this?
The metal downspout (not sure that’s what it’s called) that carries water from the roof to the ground consists of a few segments, two of…
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brooklyn72
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 11 months ago
Replaceing a tree
There is a Bradford Pear tree in the tree pit area of the sidewalk in front of our house. The tree is not damaged or…
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bedstuy06
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 11 months ago
Manny's in BedStuy
What’s going on with Manny’s? They’ve been closed the last couple days…
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PSGal
in Landmarks 10 years and 11 months ago
Is a window-like Patio Door considered a window by Landmarks?
For purposes of the LPC, are windowed patio doors on the back of a building (not-visible from the street) considered to be like windows for…
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ditmasmom
in Chimney and Fireplace 10 years and 11 months ago
FF: gas fireplace ceramic inserts?
hello, in both of my gas fireplaces I have what seem to be ceramic cylinders to hold the flames of the fire – I have…
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ditmasmom
in Chimney and Fireplace 10 years and 11 months ago
FF: gas fireplace ceramic inserts?
hello, in both of my gas fireplaces I have what seem to be ceramic cylinders to hold the flames of the fire – I have…
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mikecnyc
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 11 months ago
Seeking recommendations for design/build firm for brownstone gut
I am looking for recommendations for a good design/build firm or GC that can help me with a gut or near-gut of a brooklyn townhouse.…
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mikecnyc
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 11 months ago
Seeking recommendations for design/build firm for brownstone gut
I am looking for recommendations for a good design/build firm or GC that can help me with a gut or near-gut of a brooklyn townhouse.…
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mikecnyc
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 11 months ago
Seeking recommendations for design/build firm for brownstone gut
I am looking for recommendations for a good design/build firm or GC that can help me with a gut or near-gut of a brooklyn townhouse.…
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Guarachon
in Fencing 10 years and 11 months ago
Pressure-treated wood retaining wall / fence
Hi B’stoners. I have a 17′ wide by 6′ high concrete and cinder block retaining wall in my backyard that is beyond repair and needs…
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lissieliss87
in Bath & Kitchen 10 years and 11 months ago
bathroom renovation contractor recommendation
Chris Lombardi just renovated a bathroom in my Ditmas Park victorian house. He did a fabulous job and is by far the best contractor I…
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cityrat
in Cleaning and Maid Services 12 years and 1 month ago
Looking for move-out cleaning service for townhouse (no hauling needed)
I’m hoping to get a recommendation for a good cleaning service–not a regular maid service but the kind of folks who clean out houses after…
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crtejeda
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 11 months ago
Basement Upgrade
I’m currently an owner of a brownstone/townhouse that has a basement that looks and feels like a dungeon from a horror movie (completely dirty, pure…
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