See the new and old 61 Brunswick

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61 Brunswick Ave., Toronto, restored by contractor Alberto Merelles.
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A back view of the home, with the new metal balconies.
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Inside 61 Brunswick, the work is almost complete. the home was gutted and super insulated with spray foam, the joists were reinforced and the flooring replaced.
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The new kitchen.
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The restored peak.
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The sleeping porch spindles were hand crafted by Ashley Wood Turning in Scarborough.
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Corbels with sunbursts were either restored or replaced.
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The restored home was painted using Benjamin Moore's historical colour palette.
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61 Brunswick Ave., Toronto, before restoration.
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61 Brunswick Ave., Toronto, before restoration.
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61 Brunswick Ave., Toronto, before restoration.

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