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  • Renovation
    Ditra Thinset
    Updated about 11 years ago
    My inlaws are looking to lay new porcelain floors in the kitchen and before they hire a contract I wanted to do some research as to what is the best underlayment for...
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  • Renovation
    Bathroom Tile to the ceiling vs to chair height
    Updated about 11 years ago
    We have a small Manhattan bathroom 5 x 6.5 with no-window and are trying to decide whether to tile all the way to the ceiling or just tile half-way up. Our contract...
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  • Renovation
    Floor matching
    Updated about 11 years ago
    We have 15 year old white oak floors in our apartment. In a recent renovation, the contractor added new floors in some areas that are very visible. After a 1/8"...
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  • Renovation
    White lacquer kitchen
    Updated about 11 years ago
    What's the approximate cost of redoing a kitchen in white lacquer? The project includes approx 8-10 standard size cabinets, 5-6 drawers, peninsula and countertop. Any...
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  • Renovation
    General Contractors
    Updated about 11 years ago
    I need referrals for good general contractors who have experience in dealing with NYC coops and don't overcharge. I know sounds like a dream but recommendations would...
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  • Renovation
    Architect for DOB and board approval
    Updated about 11 years ago
    Hi, I am about to close on co-op in UES (Yorkville). I am looking for an architect on a fixed cost basis with the only responsibility of getting a formal plan...
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  • Renovation
    Would you rather..
    Updated about 11 years ago
    have a smaller shower and double vanity OR a larger shower and more spacious single vanity? to be specific, I'd be looking at a 37"x41" glass enclosed shower and...
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