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mouster728
in Flooring 11 years and 8 months ago
Restoring Floor Tiles
The red brick tiles in the hallway of my apartment building were once stained or sealed, and now look terrible where it has worn off…
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binbong
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 11 years and 8 months ago
Certificate of Occupancy violation
We live in an apartment building and are considering opening a psychiatrist’s office in one of the units (would really cut our commute time!). The…
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ferney1c
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 8 months ago
Stainless Steel, vs. Traditional Colored Appliances and possible microwaves
We are planning a renovation of our brownstone. We are thinking about the refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers and microwaves. Can we use traditional colored appliances instead…
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UWS
in Doors 11 years and 8 months ago
Reviews of Armighini Architectural?
Looking to use them for door restoration. Does anyone have comments on them? Thanks very much.
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bedstuytownhouse
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 8 months ago
Paper shredding service in Brooklyn?
Any recos on where I can take about 20 pounds of documents for shredding in Brooklyn?
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marycilou
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 8 months ago
Brooklyn Kittens for adoption
3 adorable, 9 month-old tabbies for adoption (2 girls and 1 boy). Fully vetted, shots, Feline HIV negative. Born June 15, weaned and litter-box trained.…
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dawntawn
in For Sale 11 years and 8 months ago
FS: Room and Board Custom Wall Unit
From the Room and Board Woodwind line, these are 3 separate pieces – each 72″ tall. Center piece (39″ wide) can hold a flat screen…
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bksouth
in Roofers 11 years and 8 months ago
Solar Panels on Non-Landmarked Townhouse
Has anyone done a renovation and opted for or researched putting solar panels on the roof? Was considering it but was told that install can…
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Augustiner
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 8 months ago
Tiger Mosquitoes - any tips?
Less people are out in the backyard than last winter when it was 5 degrees. The reason are probably Tiger Mosquitoes which are super aggressive…
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emilyfrances
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 8 months ago
203K Contractor
Hi Folks, Can anyone recommend a 203K Contractor for a small renovation? It will likely be between $30,000 and $50,000\. Most of the good contractors…
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JL923
in For Sale 11 years and 8 months ago
Mid Century Dining table - $299
Mid century dining table with matching chairs. Great condition. Located in Ridgewood. Call to schedule an appointment for a viewing. Jason 917-881-9980
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JL923
in For Sale 11 years and 8 months ago
Gorgeous Mid Century Vintage Couches - $275
Gorgeous mid century vintage couches, one is straight and the other is curved, both with beautiful tufted backs. Fabric is in amazing condition. 299 obo…
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ferney1c
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 8 months ago
Stainless Steel, vs. Traditional Colored Appliances and possible microwaves
We are planning a renovation of our brownstone. We are thinking about the refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers and microwaves. Can we use traditional colored appliances instead…
0
Augustiner
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 8 months ago
Tiger Mosquitoes - any tips?
Less people are out in the backyard than last winter when it was 5 degrees. The reason are probably Tiger Mosquitoes which are super aggressive…
0
jfoedmtscmagpje
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 9 months ago
Technology Centric Property Management Firm
Hello Everyone. Unfortunately, my condo is in need of replacing our Managing Company. Without naming names, the current one does not understand technology and it’s…
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freespirit
in Bath & Kitchen 11 years and 8 months ago
Freestanding shower
So we are doing a bathroom renovation in a Victorian house. The old bathroom was completely gutted to bare wood on the floor/beams on the…
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suzieque
in Lawyers and legal service 11 years and 8 months ago
Need a great real estate/landlord-rights attorney
With all the posts about awful attorneys, does anyone have a recommendation for a good, competent one? We need someone with experience in rent controlled…
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beneec
in Landmarks 11 years and 8 months ago
backyard deck & fire escape construction vs Landmarks
We are looking to build a deck and alter the fire escape in the backyard of our townhouse, which sits on a landmarked block in…
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