June 9, 2012
D's Plumbing
With Father’s Day a week away, Frank Duarte is especially mindful of the role his father played in shaping his career. And, with his son Aaron now by his side, Duarte is perpetuating the family business as he teaches the…
June 9, 2012
Golden Cabinets & Stone Inc
When it comes to applying the vast array of options available at Golden Cabinets, imagination plays an integral role in the process. Design consultant LauraJon “LJ” Cornel works with customers to accommodate their storage needs because, as she put it,…
June 9, 2012
The number of kitchen styles and design options for homeowners to consider during the building and remodeling process is enough to make a person go crazy. Avoid feeling overwhelmed by simplifying your options. Keep an eye on trends Traditional? Transitional?…
June 9, 2012
Wayne's Flooring America
Metroflor’s new interlocking floor product, Engage, is the perfect floor if you are looking for durability in either your home or business. Engage is backed by a 25-year residential and a five-year commercial warranty. This Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) product…
June 2, 2012
Pacific Imports International
Essential Information for homeowners Hawaii homeowners are following the worldwide trend of giving up carpeting for wood flooring. Shirley Pai Hilton of Pacific Imports International tells us that homeowners know they don’t enjoy the dirty, dusty carpeting and that they…
June 2, 2012
D's Plumbing
While homeowners can spend anywhere from hundreds to hundreds of thousands of dollars on a wide range of renovations, there is one aspect of the construction process that is truly priceless. “You can’t buy experience,” said Frank Duarte, owner of…
June 2, 2012
Walker-Moody Construction
Walker-Moody Construction Co. Ltd. has been around since 1895, offering 117 years of service. It continues to be a family-owned business that is extending into its fourth generation. It is a family-business fact that only 3 percent of all family-owned…
May 27, 2012
Whether you are remodeling or building new, incorporating craftsmanlike hardwood cabinetry and high-quality granite countertops in your kitchen design is the first step toward creating that “dream kitchen.” At the C&C Cabinets Granite showroom, a selection of more than 30…
May 27, 2012
Between work, school, children’s activities, family obligations and travel plans, today’s busy families are left with little time to keep their homes tidy and well-organized. Follow these tips to learn to prioritize your home organization needs, delegate responsibilities and ultimately…
May 27, 2012
It is no secret that rodents are everywhere in Hawaii. Similar to most pest infestations, two of the biggest contributing factors to rodent control are sanitation and exclusion: giving them less food and water to consume, and keeping them from…
May 27, 2012
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) will present the eighth annual Remodel It Right/Remodel It Green Expo Friday, Aug. 10 through Sunday, Aug. 12 at a new location, the Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. More than 200 exhibitor booths will…
May 27, 2012
“Out, damned spot!” The well-quoted words, spoken by Lady Macbeth in Shakespeare’s Macbeth, could certainly be applied to the white spots on our shower doors, shower heads, shower faucets and sinks. Harald von Sydow, director of Nano Tek-On, may not…
May 27, 2012
Cumuru. Jatoba. Ipe. Afromosia. Sapele. Beautiful, durable and timeless, these species — and others grown locally and internationally — are now available as engineered hardwood from Hawaii Hardwood Flooring in Honolulu. “Our new lines of flooring are factory-direct, with a…
May 27, 2012
Be equipped to tackle your honey-do list by completing Granicrete Hawaii’s DIY (do-it-yourself) flooring and countertop class. In just a day, learn how to transform your dull, discolored concrete floors into stunning and durable custom flooring. Take your existing counters…
May 27, 2012
Refinishing bathtubs instead of replacing them is a relatively cost-effective bathroom makeover. The total estimated cost for a bathtub replacement is $3,000 or more. Alternatively, refinishing bathtubs is just a fraction of that cost. You can save up to 75…
May 27, 2012
Homeowners Design Center has been family owned and operated since 1969. Whether you are looking for flooring, kitchen or bath cabinets, countertops or window coverings, Homeowners Design Center provides one-stop convenience with a large selection of the latest products. Quality…
May 27, 2012
Elite Design Group LLC strives to turn dream kitchens into reality by working hand-inhand with its customers from day one. The Honolulu-based design and construction firm walks clients through the entire design process step-by-step, starting with an initial meeting in…
May 27, 2012
Ohana Building Supply is a one-stop shop for homeowners and contractors alike. The company’s selection includes a variety of high-quality kitchen and bathroom materials at very reasonable prices, from readymade to custom cabinetry, a full line of granite countertops, stainless…
May 19, 2012
Walker-Moody Construction
Winter season was rough this year, with lots of water. In general, our roads and asphalt are wearing down. Since it’s that time of year again, spring, better weather means starting the garden and maintaining your asphalt. Don’t let your…
May 19, 2012
All Island Bath Remodeling LLC
With more than two decades of experience, All Island Bath Remodeling has perfected a unique combination of services. These cost-effective solutions are a fraction of the cost of traditional remodeling solutions. Here are a few examples of these money-saving solutions:…