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DouglasAlan
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 10 months ago
Window Security Bars - Cost? Recs?
We need to replace at least two exterior security bars on our windows. We might replace all four while we’re at it. Any idea on…
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starfish11040
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 11 months ago
Any advice on how to repair my brownstone shutters?
I have several sets of antique brownstone shutters that have the same problem. In the middle of each shutter is a little window with a…
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xistent
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 9 months ago
Kolbe Windows Or Trimline
For brick to brick replacement of wood windows, I am comparing these 2 products. The Trimline is MUCH more economical and I would greatly appreciate…
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yoomit
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 5 months ago
bi-folding door - exterior
can anyone recommend a good supplier and/or contractor who has experience installing exterior bi-folding doors. not the flimsy wooden/louvered ones you see for interior closet…
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SewardWasRight
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 11 months ago
Stained Glass Windows/Transoms
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fba57f06bd04-.jpg Hi all, Can anyone tell me where I can find old stained glass windows (in its sash/frame) locally? I need a particular size that will…
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sdd2010
in Doors & Windows 13 years ago
Window Maintenance Ballpark Cost?
Has anyone recently had any maintenance work done to their windows? My double hung windows are next to impossible to open and close anymore, so…
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mullax
in Doors & Windows 13 years ago
soundproof windows-citiquiet or citiproof?
I live on a horribly noisy block to the point getting sleep is nearly impossible. i’ve done some minor research on the possibility of soundproof…
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erinembry
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 4 months ago
For sale: NEW Hardwood Blinds!!
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f11bca4b8f10-.jpg Item Width Height Price Qty ItemTotal Selling Price #1 2″ Designer Basswood Wood Blinds 28 7/8″ 64 1/4″ $126.84 1…
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brklynj
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 1 month ago
Replacement Windows for Wood Frame House
Would love manufacturer input on replacing all the windows on our woodframe rowhouse. Full inside renovation as well as replacing the siding. Double-Hung with clad…
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Nilso
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 8 months ago
Wood Window Restoration
Am looking for recommendations for wood window restoration. There are a few people I have contacted, yet nobody appears to be interested in the job. Thank you…
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bklynpwds
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 1 month ago
Shutter Pocket Restoration Help
Our house had shutter pockets but unfortunately no shutters. We recently had historically accurate shutters made but are having trouble figuring out how the shutters…
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pvava
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 1 month ago
Exterior Entry Door Installer
Any rec on a good door installer in brooklyn. I need to buy and install an exterior door for the entry to our under stoop…
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lkat75
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 1 month ago
Window Guards for Casement Windows
Has anyone ever installed window guards on casement windows. I know my building is required to install them, but the ones they use are really…
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berniceshola
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 1 month ago
Bay Ridge Window & Door /Marvin Infinity questions
hey all, I just got a quote from Bay Ridge WIndow and Door for replacement windows. We’re not in an HD, and are planning to…
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kachuri999
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 1 month ago
mailslot on door or mailbox?
Hi, I was told my our mailman that in Bed-Stuy you can only have one drop-off for mail per building (is that right??). We had…
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swngnmonk
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 1 month ago
Venting bathroom on the top floor
So I’m about to renovate my bathroom, and one of the issues I’d like to deal with is venting. Currently, there’s no vent in the…
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terryhoppy
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 9 months ago
IN NEED OF INTERIOR WINDOW SHUTTERS
IN NEED OF INTERIOR WINDOW SHUTTER – 43″ HIGH 8″ WIDE
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metaphase
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 2 months ago
lpc approval for window screens?
It looks like landmarks approval is required for installing exterior window screens, which falls under the category of storm window. We do not have screens…
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