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  • Renovation
    Soffits in kitchenettes - fire safety block?
    Updated about 13 years ago
    I hate the hideous soffit in my kitchen. I did a bit of research online and apparently, they're there to slow down smoke and possibly fire from the range. I looked...
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  • Renovation
    UWS Bathroom Reno
    Updated about 13 years ago
    I'm in the process of a gut reno for a standard 7x7 bathroom. Nothing crazy here, but I am getting quotes that seem quite high. No custom materials, standard tiles. ...
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  • Renovation
    replacing patio door
    Updated about 13 years ago
    Calling all experts: need to replace a single door, full view shatter proof glass, opens out. The metal frame probably has to go, too. How big a job is it? Any...
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  • Renovation
    Cover for convector
    Updated about 13 years ago
    I have a convector in my apartment through which hot water (during winter) and cold water (during summer) flow. The convector looks kinda old and is an eyesore. Can I...
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  • Renovation
    help! cutting a gas line
    Updated about 13 years ago
    Hello all - redoing the kitchen and have a question about a gas line. It's currently a few inches away from the viking range we bought - there is only a narrow...
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  • Renovation
    Fridge or no fridge
    Updated about 13 years ago
    I recently purchased an apartment. Ktchen needs updating but it will probably take a while for me to work out the design and so on. Unfortunately, the fridge left by...
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  • Renovation
    How much to do this reno?
    Updated about 13 years ago
    I have an 800 sf apartment and am looking to do some minor reno work and am wondering how much this will cost me for both labor & materials except where...
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