Grand Avenue Haunted House Gets Its Siding
The Grand Avenue Haunted House, which sevens months ago was stripped down to its studs, was finally clad in the wood siding to match its original look—and that of its recently restored twin next door. The guy who makes his living on the block by putting out homeowners’ garbage and keeping their stoops and sidewalks…
The Grand Avenue Haunted House, which sevens months ago was stripped down to its studs, was finally clad in the wood siding to match its original look—and that of its recently restored twin next door. The guy who makes his living on the block by putting out homeowners’ garbage and keeping their stoops and sidewalks clean told us he thinks it’ll go for $2 million when it’s finished. We’re not quite as optimistic.
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some of yall are so ignorant… what do you live in? i happen to know first hand that this house has been in the same family for years. i also know that the young couple who happen to be renovating the home have put ALOT of blood sweat and tears into making it a place where they can raise a family and grow old together and continue tradition. GOD forbid they attempt to further beautify the neighborhood as many before them have strived to achieve. New Yorkes HATE to see someone getting ahead. if ur post was positve, then thank you. if, on the other hand, you insist on being NEGATIVE (Brooklyn’s da boro), then kick rocks and keep ur comments to urself. they arent idiots u dumb ass… im quite sure they are aware of the neighborhood in which they have purchased their home.
Doesn’t look at all like Hardie Plank; in fact it looks exactly like clear cedar. Makes me wonder if they plan to leave it unpainted (a look I personally dislike, but whatever).
I question the quality of this job, actually- I noticed that the Tyvek was not properly installed. They simply cut holes out where the RO’s for the windows are. This is improper; the Tyvek should fold INTO the RO. This oversight could cause potential water intrusion.Also I’m surprised to see that no fanfold insulation was used before the clapboard was installed; it makes for a smoother nailing surface and adds nominal insulation.
In fact,in my experience the windows and casings should be installed before the clapboard is affixed. How do they plan t install the window casings over the clapboard if it goes directly to the edge of the RO?
Anyhow, Grenier’s house is so indescribably beautiful – I hope this reno will not cast a shadow on his if it’s done poorly.
Prière de Taille,
Please stop using French.
Thank you.
Thanks DIS & merci bien MM. We will definitely check out those houses just hoping it doesn’t rain.
DIBS I was only trying to make a point with the >100% comment.
The Landmarks Commission folks must be keeping a close eye on this project. There have been quite a few nice woodframe restorations in the area. These houses are very light and wide inside. The interiors have a different feel than the brownstones. They are more like country houses. I really like them and am glad that these two at least are protected by law.
Pierre, go look at the Clermont apartment building on Decatur St. between Throop and Marcus Garvey. It’s right next door to Al Vann’s office building on the corner, near the Kingston/Throop C stop, one block from Fulton St. It’s a beautiful Norman Revival (vrai Francais), Victorian castle, with a mansard roof. One of my faves. Enjoy!
There are a few on the 3 very large houses on Macon between Lewis & Stuyvesant.
Pierre…your prediction of real estate prices falling “>100%” in the Forum post leads me to believe we are close to a bottom when that kind of mathematics is being used!!!!
No worries Wasder, we’ve just pleaded with him on his forum to please cut out the profanity and vitriol. Hopefully he agrees and listens.
Thanks DIBS and btw this weekend we plan on biking around BS any recommendations for cool Mansaard roofs :)?