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pig-three

in Renovation 8 years and 6 months ago

Brownstone doors available at $100 to $150. Different sizes and styles, some

painted, some not.

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Updated 8 years and 6 months ago

anthonyjohnson

in Renovation 8 years and 7 months ago

Holding back part of contractor payment standard or not?

We are working up a contract for a gut reno and I have a question about how contractors are paid. Is holding back a part…

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Updated 8 years and 6 months ago

bowl-of-dicks

in Renovation 8 years and 7 months ago

Adding roof deck and stair to brownstone

Hi brownstoners I’m considering making an offer on a top floor apartment of a brownstone that comes with roof rights. the previous owner got approval…

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Updated 8 years and 6 months ago

tess

in Renovation 8 years and 7 months ago

For Sale: Vintage 1931 Claw Foot Tub

5 1/2 foot claw foot tub with 4 claw and ball feet. Has small roll around the edge. Tub is in good condition and has…

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agdipierro

in Renovation 8 years and 7 months ago

Interior Shutters

What is best look for interior shutters? Previous architect tried to steer me towards solid panels but I insisted that they needed louvers or would…

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Updated 8 years and 7 months ago

lssxxhfwiuqyy

in Renovation 8 years and 7 months ago

Lead abatement person/ company for crumbling plaster walls

One small room of our house has severely cracked plaster walls, which our usual plasterer/painter doesn’t want to touch. Can anyone recommend a painter who…

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edryzcwavfitusps

in Renovation 8 years and 7 months ago

Contractor Stopped Working - Name is on Permit - Help

I am not drunk enough to tell the full version of this story, which is looong and sad. So I will try to give you…

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Updated 8 years and 7 months ago

agdipierro

in Renovation 8 years and 7 months ago

Wood flooring pattern and inlays

Restoring 1860s brownstone in Hell’s Kitchen. None of the original floors remain. Trying to decide on design for wood floors throughout. I prefer a traditional…

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Updated 8 years and 7 months ago

soundhoner

in Renovation 8 years and 7 months ago

Architect Plan - Strategy for two separate renovations? One plan or two?

Hi all, I have two phases of my project for my 3 story, 2 fam home. The top floor needs to be renovated soon, and…

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Updated 8 years and 7 months ago

yuhlcimta

in Renovation 8 years and 8 months ago

Renovate stoop , exterior brick work and vestibule

I am looking to renovate the front yard of my town house . Looking to replace old deteriorating stone steps, install new iron fence similar…

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Updated 8 years and 7 months ago

cookielover

in Renovation 8 years and 8 months ago

When is Licensed plumber and permit required?

I originally posted this under “Plumbing” but thought it might get more response here. Please forgive the duplicate. I have been told that simply remodeling…

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Updated 8 years and 8 months ago

stickman

in Renovation 8 years and 8 months ago

herringbone wood floor installations

Does anyone have recommendations on where to purchase herringbone floors and a good installer? My parlor currently has thin old plank floors that are in…

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michelle-etwaroo

in Renovation 8 years and 8 months ago

Adding a Steel Deck of Parlor Floor - Fire Escape 3 Family MDL 53

Looking for an architect with the following experience. I would like to remove fire escape from parlor floor of a 3 family house and add…

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Updated 8 years and 8 months ago

dmdesmond

in Renovation 8 years and 8 months ago

asbestos abatement in detached single family

There may be non-friable asbestos floor tiles in the house we are buying. Federal law does not require you to hire an asbestos professional for…

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Updated 8 years and 8 months ago

amymendizabal

in Renovation 8 years and 8 months ago

Clear Sealant for Heating Pipe?

I just had the heating pipes in my apartment stripped, and I love the industrial look that they have now. I’m guessing they’ll rust if…

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Updated 8 years and 8 months ago

larrygile

in Renovation 9 years and 1 month ago

Leak repair

We need assistance to identify and repair a long-standing leak that causes paint to peel on the wall in our home. Can anyone recommend a…

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Updated 8 years and 8 months ago

Landlord1

in Renovation 8 years and 9 months ago

Architect needed for a full renovation

I have a budget for 300k-350 k to renovate a small townhouse. Des anybody know an architect who would be willing to help us.? Please…

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Updated 8 years and 8 months ago

oqxxdnvb

in Renovation 8 years and 9 months ago

SALE | Kohler Veil Intelligent Toilet K-5401 (comparable to Toto)

Hi all! I’ve got a brand-new Kohler Veil Intelligent Toilet (you can get the specs here: www.us.kohler.com/…/1120267.htm) BRAND NEW, fully packaged, not unwrapped. I received…

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kcc414

in Renovation 8 years and 9 months ago

Kitchen designer?

We are hoping to move into next phase of renovation on our house soon. We have an architect and contractor whom we worked with in…

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Northie

in Renovation 8 years and 10 months ago

Contractor for bathroom?

Hi. Does anyone have a recommendation for a good and reliable contractor to gut and redo a full bathroom? Thanks!!

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