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Coop Cosmetic Updates
Updated over 13 years agoHi, I'm really interested in purchasing a two bedroom apartment in Manhattan but there's definitely a few cosmetic changes that I would want done before moving in.... -
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replace old recessed lights with track lighting
Updated over 13 years agosmall apt, 450 sq feet; very poor lighting with only 2 recessed lights, would like to change to modern track lighting to minimize ceiling repairs, etc. any ideas about... -
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Bathroom, Floors and Walls
Updated over 13 years agoI am closing on a 2br/2bth (approx 1200 sq feet) place on UES next week. Apartment is in really good shape, but I want to do some work on it before I move in. There... -
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Cost of removing built-ins
Updated over 13 years agoLooked at an apartment that has a very long built in bookcase. If I buy it I will need to remove that and replace with closets. Can anyone estimate cost and... -
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Interior Doors- Paint Stripper
Updated over 13 years agoMy wife and I just purchased a one bedroom apartment in a West Village building. The building was constucted in 1910. After refinishing the floors, updating... -
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Custom built-ins
Updated over 13 years agoI am looking to redo the built-ins in my apt (living room, and 2 bedrooms). I would like granite tops (for cleaning and scratch purposes) instead of wood. I looked... -
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Struggling with whether I need an architect
Updated over 13 years agoI am struggling with whether I need an architect for my renovation project. I am in the early planning stages of renovating the back-half of my floor-through condo....