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  • Renovation
    Advice on who to work with and size of budget
    Updated about 14 years ago
    Hello, friendly people of Streeteasy forums, I am looking to do the following renovations to a 3bd 2bt 1,500 sq ft apt: - change parquet/carpet to hardwood...
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  • Renovation
    Efficient Heating
    Updated about 14 years ago
    I am thinking of re-doing the heating system in a very old (1858) wood-frame building. I was told that some of the newer ductless heaters from the Japanese are super...
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  • Renovation
    Bathroom renovation recap
    Updated about 14 years ago
    In an effort to provide some context to everyone on here wondering about bathroom renovations, I thought I’d detail my experience. We were able to complete the work...
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  • Renovation
    appliance showroom
    Updated about 14 years ago
    I will be replacing all of my kitchen appliances this spring. Can anyone recommend an appliance showroom in the NYC area that would have a large selection of mid-range...
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  • Renovation
    Microwave placement and concealment
    Updated about 14 years ago
    I'm planning to renovate my galley kitchen. Currently, I have an over-the-range microwave that is bulky and ugly. What are my options for concealing the microwave? Is...
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  • Renovation
    Marble floors
    Updated about 14 years ago
    I have marble floors in my kitchen and two baths. They are dulled, a couple of tiles have liquid stains, and a couple of other tiles are cracked/broken. Any hope...
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  • Renovation
    Electric Issues
    Updated about 14 years ago
    I'm in contract to buy a 1400 sq foot, 2 bdrm co-op. I recently had contractors in to bid for a renovation, and was told that the apartment is wired for 40 amps of...
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