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Landlord1

in Renovation 8 years and 11 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 11 months ago

oqxxdnvb

in Renovation 8 years and 11 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 11 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 9 years 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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Updated 8 years and 11 months ago

theoperadiva

in Renovation 9 years 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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Updated 9 years ago

fort-greene-myrtle-ave

in Renovation 9 years 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 9 years and 1 month 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 9 years and 1 month 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 9 years and 1 month ago

ggrkfppsn

in Renovation 9 years and 1 month 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 9 years and 1 month ago

mrlithe

in Renovation 9 years and 1 month 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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Updated 9 years and 1 month ago

darabeth

in Renovation 9 years and 1 month 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 9 years and 1 month ago

theoperadiva

in Renovation 9 years and 1 month 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 9 years and 1 month 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 9 years and 2 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 and 2 months 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 and 2 months ago

betsyespada

in Renovation 9 years and 2 months 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 and 2 months ago

bonald

in Renovation 9 years and 2 months 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 and 2 months ago

larrygile

in Renovation 9 years and 3 months 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 and 2 months ago

ggrkfppsn

in Renovation 9 years and 3 months 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 3 months ago

condo13

in Renovation 9 years and 3 months 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 3 months ago

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