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  • Renovation
    Price bands for GCs?
    Updated about 14 years ago
    Does each GC have a minimum size in mind before considering a job? If I had a budget of 20k for a "small" update (re-finish floors, paint, new kitchen counter, etc),...
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  • Renovation
    Bathroom Reno/ board approval
    Updated about 14 years ago
    Hi all, can I get some weigh-ins from board members and reno-experts (2-part question): Situation: I am in the process of buying a place, all looks pretty good so...
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  • Renovation
    Where to buy sheets/rolls of walnut veneer?
    Updated about 14 years ago
    I am interested in buying some walnut veneer sheets (2'x8', or 4'x8', or larger). Is there some local place that will sell those. I have found some internet shops...
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  • Renovation
    Maple vs Red Oak Flooring
    Updated about 14 years ago
    I'm putting down new hardwood floors and am considering either maple or red oak. Is anyone aware of any tradeoffs between the two? I have a dog so durability is...
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  • Renovation
    Skim Quote Estimate.
    Updated about 14 years ago
    Recently got an estimate to skim coat walls/ceiling in a 1 bedroom on the UWS, approx 700/750 sq feet pre-war building, includes fiber mesh on walls and then complete...
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  • Renovation
    condo reno
    Updated about 14 years ago
    Hello, I have a general question regarding home renovations. I have a small condominium, about 780 sq. ft. I want a total renovation: -new flooring throughout...
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  • Renovation
    Floor Refinishing
    Updated about 14 years ago
    I was wondering if anyone had recommendations for someone to refinish my floors in my new (to me) apartment in Williamsburg. Thanks
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