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NYC Renovation Questions: What should I know about converting a tub to a walk-in shower?

by Tracy Kaler | 1/02/13 - 9:22 AM

Q. I want to convert my bathtub into a walk-in shower in my apartment. How hard is that, and is it a...
From 1 room to 2: The insider's guide to temporary walls

by Lucy Cohen Blatter | 12/28/12 - 11:29 AM

Temporary walls are so New York. Just mention plans to build a non-permanent wall to non-New...
Bedbugged! How to tell a bed bug from an impostor

by Theresa Braine | 12/28/12 - 9:20 AM

“I think I just killed a bed bug,” said my cousin’s voice in a message. “Call me.” I was immediately...

BrickUnderground's 2012 Holiday Tipping Guide

by Teri Karush Rogers | 12/27/12 - 2:54 PM

Thanksgiving Weekend marks the kickoff of holiday tipping season (which, incidentally, is why service at your...
These 5 former Manhattanites love/hate the 'burbs and are barely breaking even there

by Lucy Cohen Blatter | 12/26/12 - 2:02 PM

It can happen at any moment.Sometimes it's while lugging your groceries up to your fifth floor walk-up...
What now? A post-Sandy guide to your rights as a refugee renter or owner

by Teri Karush Rogers | 12/26/12 - 11:27 AM

Many NYC apartment buildings are still off limits to residents, with timetables for return ranging from a few...

Kicking off BrickUnderground's "Best New Posts of 2012" week, plus our 12 most popular vintage posts

by BrickUnderground Staff | 12/24/12 - 9:01 AM

With the holidays in full swing, we here at Brick are taking a mini-staycation. But have no fear: we'll be...
Real Estate Want: A little bit of Paris in the heart of Greenwich Village.

by Julie Inzanti | 12/20/12 - 3:52 PM

The hardwood floors, fireplace and rustic ceiling beams in this one-bedroom, one-bath $1.2M Greenwich...
Room for Improvement: Longing for a tree, a little less heat and a way to receive packages

by Sasha Berger | 12/19/12 - 10:44 AM

We asked five New Yorkers to name the one thing they would change about their apartment if they could.Here’s...

Can't afford/find a two bedroom apartment? The right one-bedroom just might work

by Tracy Kaler | 12/19/12 - 8:55 AM

If you’re living in a one-bedroom apartment somewhere in New York City, you’d probably love to have an extra...
Good luck buying a NYC 2-bedroom--or getting that Christmas tree into your apartment, and more

by Ronda Kaysen | 12/17/12 - 8:58 AM

Downtown apartments burgled during Sandy (The Real Deal)The condo market is back (Crain's)...Which may...
'Tis the season for an energy scam

by Kelly Kreth | 12/13/12 - 10:57 AM

Building security has been a continuous issue since I moved here because of my not-so-super super. Over the...
NYC Renovation Questions: What should I know about replacing wood floors in a pre-war apartment?

by Tracy Kaler | 12/12/12 - 8:56 AM

Q. I am buying a prewar apartment and the hardwood floors do not appear to be in good condition. What should...
Ask an Expert: No cold water in the kitchen for 9 years. How do I get my co-op to fix it?

by Teri Karush Rogers | 12/11/12 - 11:07 AM

Q. I have not been able to get cold water out of my kitchen sink in over 9 years. The super has looked...

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