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theoperadiva

in Renovation 8 years and 10 months ago

Work done! *(Almost): sharing final ironwork and stoop restoration photos

The question comes up often for recommendations for stoop and ironwork restoration recommendations, and I therefore wanted to share an enthusiastic recommendation for both Brownstone…

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fort-greene-myrtle-ave

in Renovation 8 years and 10 months ago

Best Guidance to remove attic Insulation

Hi, I want to get special guidance for the removal or insulation from my attic. Is there is need to contact any insulation contractor or…

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momolito

in Renovation 8 years and 10 months ago

Architect and Construction

I need some feedback on Rebuild Workshop for getting me a building permit to build a bathroom and to build it for me. Anyone out…

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RAR

in Renovation 8 years and 11 months ago

ISO: WOOD FIREPLACE MANTEL

Hello, We are 8 years into a never-ending renovation and looking for a wood mantel to replace one that long ago burned up in a…

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Updated 8 years and 11 months ago

ggrkfppsn

in Renovation 8 years and 11 months ago

Parlor Floor Kitchen in Narrow House - Back or Middle?

I’m getting ready to remodel a narrow single-family house, including putting in a new kitchen on the parlor floor. I was originally planning what seems…

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Updated 8 years and 11 months ago

mrlithe

in Renovation 8 years and 11 months ago

Co-Op Combination Contractor

I am looking to combine two co-op apartments. I have an architect but am looking for a contractor to do some demolition of walls, construction…

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darabeth

in Renovation 8 years and 11 months ago

Beautiful Harlem Brownstone Needs Some Love!

Hi Brownstoners – we’re in contract on a Harlem brownstone (CNH in place, planning to file for Alt 1 to convert to 2-family). It’s got…

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Updated 8 years and 11 months ago

theoperadiva

in Renovation 8 years and 11 months ago

Enthusiastic Recommendation for Forerunner Creations (Ironwork Restoration)

Hi all, We went through exhaustive research to find our ironwork restoration contractor and know it is a frequent request on the forum. Now that…

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Updated 8 years and 11 months ago

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Original doors, moldings, staircases for sale from Old brownstone. Great stuff.

Original Brooklyn brownstone pocket doors, walnut staircases, many interior doors, knobs. We are selling everything before we start demolition. Please send an email ASAP to…

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annep

in Renovation 8 years and 11 months ago

Looking for contractor recommendations for bathroom

I’m gearing up for a full bathroom remodel in my brownstone condo & would love any great contractor recommendations. Thanks in advance for any leads!

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yanks21

in Renovation 9 years ago

Good source for wide plank (farmhouse-style?) solid wood flooring?

Anyone have any recommendations for places to buy this type of wood flooring? We want maybe 5-10″wide, solid wood, not engineered/veneered and like the worn/farm…

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Updated 9 years ago

betsyespada

in Renovation 9 years ago

Acid etched vs sandblasted glass panels

I am replacing some old crappy bifold doors to a dining room. I have made a custom design that reiterates an original glass paneI set…

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Updated 9 years ago

bonald

in Renovation 9 years ago

Kitchen Cabinet & Countertop Removal/Disposal

Hi there, I’m wondering if anyone can recommend someone or a team of two or three people who can deinstall our kitchen cabinets and granite…

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Updated 9 years ago

larrygile

in Renovation 9 years and 1 month ago

Small electrical jobs

We are seeking a reliable electrician to tackle a few small jobs in our townhouse. Suggestions appreciated.

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Updated 9 years ago

ggrkfppsn

in Renovation 9 years and 1 month ago

Financing Remodel

Hi everyone! I am buying a fixer-upper in Boerum Hill, and trying to figure out how to finance the remodel. We got a quote from…

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Updated 9 years and 1 month ago

condo13

in Renovation 9 years and 1 month ago

Refinishing floors

I’ve recently met with a few contractors regarding a 900 sq ft apt renovation that would include refinishing the floors, renovating a small kitchen using…

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Updated 9 years and 1 month ago

ggrkfppsn

in Renovation 9 years and 1 month ago

Cost to Replace Joists and Main Beam

We just completed inspection on the house we’re buying, and there is a fair amount of water and termite damage to about a quarter of…

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Updated 9 years and 1 month ago

mrbg19

in Renovation 9 years and 1 month ago

Permits Needed?

I am planning a project that involves removing about 21 linear feet of non-load bearing walls. There should not be any electrical or plumbing in…

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Updated 9 years and 1 month ago

kcc414

in Renovation 9 years and 2 months ago

Renovation on a BUDGET!!!

Are we the only ones trying to fix up a house a tight budget? I keep reading about all of these exciting big projects that…

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Updated 9 years and 1 month ago

tmiller823

in Renovation 9 years and 1 month ago

Kitchen reno uncovered serious masonry problems

We’ve been in the process of gut renovating the kitchen on our mid-19th c. rowhouse in Bed-Stuy. The kitchen was a later addition to the…

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