May 17, 2020
Island Bath Works
In 1911, Kohler Co. invented the porcelain-coated cast-iron built-in tub. Considered an engineering marvel and artistic achievement at the time, the company soon made its way into all of Hawaii’s newly built houses in the 1920s. These cast-iron tubs are…
May 17, 2020
Diamond Head Windows
Many of us have been spending more time at home than usual, and some have taken the opportunity to make some improvements. While our home is usually been the biggest purchase and asset we have, it is easy to take…
May 17, 2020
A lush lawn and garden boosts your home’s curb appeal, but it also takes a lot of your free time. You want to spend that time enjoying the space, not taking care of it. The solution? A few low-maintenance strategies…
May 17, 2020
Do you own an older home, and are you looking to make upgrades that matter? Strategic enhancements not only increase a property’s resale value, but also its functionality. This is particularly important among young home-buyers. Sixty-eight percent of millennial homebuyers…
May 17, 2020
C&C Cabinets Granite serves as Oahu’s complete source for kitchen and bathroom products, and its knowledgeable team is ready to help local residents upgrade their homes with attractive design elements and functional solutions. C&C Cabinets Granite is a one-stop shop…
May 17, 2020
Aire Conditioner Shoppe
Now is the best time to buy a split-ductless A/C system for your home. Not sure what to buy? Call today to get a free estimate. Although Aire Conditioner Shoppe sells different brands, over the years it has found that…
May 17, 2020
Island Cooling LLC
By now, many homeowners are familiar with the QuietCool whole-house fan and appreciate better ventilation and energy-efficient removal of heat the system provides. According to American Lung Association, the air inside the home is two to five times more polluted…
May 17, 2020
Tropical Wholesale
Tropical Wholesale is one of the oldest and most respected names in home improvement in Hawaii, founded on three generations of family. Here are reasons why you should call Tropical Wholesale’s team of experts to work on your home: •…
May 17, 2020
H & C FLOORING AND STONE
As technology advances and expands, so do the options for better building materials of all kinds — including flooring. The past few years have seen the rise in popularity of composite wood flooring. Also known as engineered flooring, these amazing…
May 17, 2020
Getting a good night’s sleep can sometimes be a daunting challenge. If you’re having trouble sleeping, remedy the situation by using your own senses right in your bedroom. Here are three easy and effective tips for using your senses to…
May 10, 2020
Graham Builders
At the completion of every new home constructed by Graham Builders, a small brass seal is placed at the edge of the driveway. The seal includes a petroglyph depicted as a construction worker and the words “Graham Builders Custom Designed…
May 10, 2020
Golden Cabinets & Stone Inc
While Golden Cabinets & Stone has closed its showroom temporarily due to social distancing in response to the coronavirus pandemic, the friendly, knowledgeable team is available remotely to help first-time and returning customers improve their homes or businesses. Golden Cabinets…
May 10, 2020
These days, home upgrades are increasingly focused on one key feature: connectivity. Buyers have grown to want smart homes they can easily control from anywhere. From smart HVAC and sprinkler systems to connected garage door openers, it’s all about creating…
May 10, 2020
Aluminum Shake Roofing Inc.
The weather that Hawaii has experience in the last few weeks, featuring gusty trade winds and drenching rain, is fairly normal for this time of year. Many of Honolulu’s homeowners with aged or deteriorated roofs are worried that their roofs…
May 10, 2020
Big Rock Hawaii
It’s the perfect time to start thinking about making some beautification changes to your home and garden. The perfect place to help you get started — once you have decided where to start — is Big Rock in Honolulu. The…
May 10, 2020
Nobody bats an eyelash when it comes to buying homeowner’s insurance, but many homeowners don’t apply that same logic to planning for home repairs — not what might happen, but what will happen. Only a fraction of the 120 million…
May 10, 2020
Island Bath Works
All too often members of the Hawaii community either directly experience or hear of a loved one tripping over a bathtub, which results in serious injury, and long-term physical therapy and rehab. To prevent such accidents, Island Bath Works offers…
May 10, 2020
Managing work-life balance as a parent comes with challenges. La La Anthony, producer, actress and author, understands the balancing act of parenting and being a working mother. Her busy schedule means proactively making time for her son, Kiyan. This week,…
May 10, 2020
Windows Hawaii
The folks at Windows Hawaii would like to wish all the moms out there a very happy Mother’s Day. While this year’s celebration might be done a little differently than others due to stay-at-home laws, that doesn’t mean we can’t…
May 10, 2020
TROPICAL PLUMBING AND BATH
Bathroom remodeling with fixtures and features that meet the needs of all household members, with particular attention to safety and convenience, is a specialty of Tropical Plumbing and Bath. Company president Charlie Beeck, a Building Industry Association of Hawaii “Remodeler…