March 11, 2018
Pull back the drapes, crack open the window and let in the warm, sun-soaked air. That’s right, spring is right around the corner and that means it’ll soon be time to chase away the grime and odors that have settled…
March 11, 2018
Tropical Wholesale
When the time comes to pick a company to install new windows and doors at home, Hawaii homeowners should remember that installation is key. Anyone can buy the best window product, but if it is not installed correctly, then you…
March 11, 2018
CLEAN SOLAR PANELS HAWAII
More and more Hawaii property owners are investing in solar panels for their home or business — it’s a smart move fi nancially and it’s good for the environment. But without regular maintenance on those solar panels, their investment may…
March 11, 2018
Deep Purple Painting
While Hawaii’s seasonal weather changes are much less dramatic than those that occur on the mainland, the unpredictable weather may prove detrimental to exterior paint jobs. However, the experienced team at Deep Purple Painting is poised to take care of…
March 11, 2018
When my husband and I became parents, we tried to prepare ourselves. We took classes, read books, talked to other new parents, and scoured parenting blogs and social media accounts. We knew to expect less sleep, less freedom and less…
March 4, 2018
Kahala Floors
Kahala Pacific Floors has a very simple mission statement: “Be the best flooring company in Hawaii. All of our products and all of our services will be in line with this objective!” All employees, whether in sales, operations or installations,…
March 4, 2018
Cool Roof Store
It’s that time of year again. With spring near are thinking about how to fix the leaks in your old roof that showed up this winter. Whether you want to do it yourself, or have a contractor do it for…
March 4, 2018
Homeworks Construction
Homeworks Construction has completed a new custom home for the owners of a 5,076-square-foot lot in Palolo Valley, previously the site of a home the family occupied for decades. Homeworks demolished the home in July 2017 and the family is…
March 4, 2018
For the avid do-it-yourselfer (DIYer) in you, the cooler season may have caused a little anxiety while you were cooped up inside and unable to tackle those outdoor projects you’d love to finish. The good news, however, is that the…
March 4, 2018
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: I’m interested in the concept of time, and wonder how the clocks in our environment play into that. Is there such a thing as “time” feng shui or “clock” feng shui? How can I set myself…
March 4, 2018
BELLA PIETRA DESIGN
Your wedi® waterproof shower system is here at Bella Pietra Design in Honolulu, and you are invited to the company’s showroom for a free workshop. Bella Pietra Design will show you how you can easily replace your old bathtub with…
March 4, 2018
West Oahu Roofing Inc.
By Randall Balais Is your roof leaking? Do the granules from your roof end up in your gutters? Or, does your roof have any issues that leave you thinking, “Will my roof leak this time?” Advertisement If you answered, “yes”…
March 4, 2018
Discount Windows & Doors
What did you discover the last time you took a good look at your home’s exterior? If your home is like most Hawaii dwellings, you’ve found rotting and molding trim, exposed wood, maybe some termite damage, and faded paint. If…
March 4, 2018
Whether you’re redecorating your home, changing up that old carpet for warm hardwood flooring, or just longing for a fresh coat of paint and some new accents in the living room, the design trends this year are all about texture,…
March 4, 2018
Tonight, the Academy Awards ceremony will commence for the 90th time. These awards, also known as the Oscars, recognize excellence in the American film industry, with awards for everything from sound to costume design to best overall film. It has…
March 4, 2018
HAWAII ENERGY CONNECTION (KUMUKIT)
On Tuesday, the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission introduced two new programs to connect residential rooftop solar systems — Customer Grid Supply Plus (CGS+) and Smart Export. Similar to the popular CGS program, which reached its capacity limit in November 2017,…
March 4, 2018
It’s your home’s focal point. The site of some of your best moments and the base of operations for entertaining — it’s your kitchen, and no room in your home is more valuable. A magnificent kitchen defines a home, and…
March 4, 2018
Wong Construction
By Les Wong Born and raised in Honolulu, I became a licensed general contractor and started doing small renovations and repair jobs in June 1983. My only daughter, Tanyce, was born around the same time, so needless to say my…