October 27, 2019
Mid-century style celebrates the aesthetic influences of the 20th century, bringing clean lines, slender forms and high function to the interior space. Incorporate these elements to create a space that captures the je ne sais quoi of mid-century influence. STREAMLINED…
October 20, 2019
I have always considered myself to be a cost-saver. I browse the Target website while I shop in-store and have the cashiers match prices at checkout. When I shop online, I always check my Rakuten offers for cash back, and…
October 13, 2019
The risk of dying in a home fire decreases by about 85 percent if sprinklers are present. Research shows when sprinklers were present, fires were kept to the room of origin 97 percent of the time. That means the sprinkler…
October 13, 2019
While more and more people are choosing to cut the cord and get rid of their televisions, I can’t help but notice how much I depend on mine. I would not say I’m addicted. I watch about one hour a…
October 6, 2019
October has always been one of my favorite months. Not only does it contain my favorite holiday, Halloween, but our daughter was also born in October, three years ago. It is also the month that we can see all of…
September 29, 2019
The scramble to get ready and out the door is one thing, but once the kids and I are on our way, I find that driving them around can be quite enjoyable. I can sip a hot coffee while we…
September 22, 2019
The trades have finally picked up, and my family and I are once again able to enjoy eating and playing outdoors. However, there is one family member that prefers the trades stop: our dog, Lilo. When the winds blow, she…
September 15, 2019
Aire Conditioner Shoppe
All you hear is “we do it this way, they do it that way” but Aire Conditioner Shoppe tells you the way it is from the beginning with no surprises. As you know, it keeps getting warmer on Earth due…
September 15, 2019
My family and I moved into our home about a year and a half ago. Although it’s an older home, the previous owners updated several areas before putting it on the market. Luckily for us, these updates included big things…
September 8, 2019
The past few summers have been the hottest to date, and this time around is no exception. As the heat gets hotter, we have had to get creative in finding activities that let our little ones release their energy while…
September 8, 2019
The first Energy Star Certified dryers became available in 2014. Products that earn the EPA’s Energy Star label are independently certified to save energy. Here’s a look at the core technology found in Energy Star certified dryers. Moisture sensors detect…
September 8, 2019
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), three out of five home fire deaths result from fires in properties without working smoke alarms, often due to missing alarm batteries or expired alarms. A new generation of home safety technology,…
September 1, 2019
Natural disasters can occur at any time. Being prepared ahead of time is key. “Amplifying your safety now can help you and your family keep calm during an emergency,” said Tarsila Wey, director of marketing for First Alert. “Save yourself…
September 1, 2019
Homeworks Construction
“Utilizing the latest technology and materials in custom home building and remodeling” will be one of many topics covered the next free Homeworks Construction seminar on Tuesday, Sept. 3. Conducted by Homeworks president and chief administrative officer Marshall Hickox, the…
September 1, 2019
With two kids and sometimes a dog in tow, coming and going from our home can be either full of joy or full of stress. Our entry and exit take place just outside the front door. Getting home at the…
August 25, 2019
T&T TINTING SPECIALISTS INC
T&T Tinting has been keeping Hawaii cool since 1982. Back then, Ronald Reagan was president and a postage stamp cost 20 cents! It was a long time ago! T&T has tinted some of Hawaii’s most precious landmarks like Iolani Palace,…
August 25, 2019
Here are five affordable things you can do to boost your home’s property value. UPDATE THE ENTRYWAY Updating the entryway provides a warm welcome to guests. Clean the space of clutter and consider adding a new sturdy doormat and plant…
August 25, 2019
Island Cooling LLC
Electrical & Air conditioning Running quietly in the attic of Pam Sato’s Mililani home is a breakthrough piece of technology in energy-efficient home cooling products. Unseen from the outside of the home, the QuietCool system draws hot air out of…
August 25, 2019
One of my nonnegotiables when it came to searching for our home last year was a fenced yard. Between our dog and our two kids, our yard acts as an extension of our home, giving them a place to run…
August 18, 2019
Our friends, Sarah and Dave, are in the process of renovating their house. It was Sarah’s family home growing up, and now the time has come for her own little ones to grow there, too. To make it their own,…