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  • Renovation
    Possible to Convert this Layout to 2BR?
    Updated over 11 years ago
    Having exhausted our neighborhood for a 2BR in our price range that we think would work, we're looking inside to figure out if it's possible to have a livable 2-BR...
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  • Renovation
    Herringbone floor help
    Updated over 11 years ago
    I am about to start renovating a postwar 1100 sq ft 2bd/2ba downtown. My goal is to try to add character without going over the top inappropriate given the building's...
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  • Renovation
    Estimate to paint a 2 bedroom apartment
    Updated over 11 years ago
    It is about 1100 square feet. Walls are fine. About how much to paint the walls, ceiling and trim? I have no idea. Any good painter recs?
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  • Renovation
    aj madison appliances -- or?
    Updated over 11 years ago
    Interested in comments from StreetEasiers who have bought from AJ Madison in Brooklyn. I have a big list of appliances to buy (refrigerator/stove/hood/dishwasher) and...
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  • Renovation
    Architect wanted JC
    Updated over 11 years ago
    Hello - I need to renovate one floor of our brownstone in Jersey City. Hoping to transition from a studio apartment to a bedroom/office. I'm looking for someone...
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  • Renovation
    Electrician recommendation
    Updated over 11 years ago
    Can anyone recommend an electrician for some small work (installing wall sconces, moving an outlet, etc.)? The work will be done in a condo, so I'm assuming permits...
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  • Renovation
    Loft Renovations
    Updated over 11 years ago
    For a loft with 11' ceilings, is it a bad idea to drop the ceiling ~ 8" to allow for a cleaner more concealed look (hide electrical / HVAC / etc). The ceiling does not...
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