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Akamai Pest Solutions’ dedicatedstaff, including Zan Nicolas, has the
answer to your termite problems withenvironmentally friendly and effective
orange oil treatments. See page 3
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The kitchen is theheart of the home,but what do you
do if your kitchen is dis-tinctly unappetizing?Victor and May inheriteda dysfunctional kitchenrenovation from the pre-vious owners of theirhome, who managed tobutcher the space with achoppy layout and amonstrous obstacle of anisland.
May is a nurse whoworks 12-hour shifts.When she’s home shespends a lot of time in thekitchen, cooking onemeal that fits her son’sspecial dietary needs andanother meal for the restof the family.
But there was no joy tobe found when cooking in
this kitchen. Only twopeople could be in theroom at the same time,and the ceramic floor wasway too hard for comfort.And if that weren’tenough, the tiny kitchenwas sandwiched betweena den and a dining room,with walls restricting theflow of movement.
So what was the recipeto fix this nightmare?Simple: We basically
blew up the whole roomand then began to rebuildVictor and May’s kitchenfrom the floor up. To givethem the space theyneeded, I decided toremove the wall betweenthe kitchen and the fami-ly room, and enlarge thearchway into the diningroom. Today’s busy fami-lies spend a lot of time inthese rooms, so my plan
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Mahalo Oahu for thegreat response toAkamai Pest Solu-
tions. Our organic process oftreating drywood termites with-out tenting is catching on fast.There are so many situationswith termites, and each one isdifferent. At Akamai, we try todevelop a treatment plan foreach individual customer. Thegreat thing about not having totent, other than the obviousinconveniences, is that a one-size-fits-all approach does nothave to be used. Would a doctorcut off a hand for an ingrownfingernail? Of course not, sowhy gas an entire house whenmost of the time very little infes-tation is present?
As you all know, it’s swarmseason, so keep watch andremember that swarming ter-mites may or may not be comingfrom inside your house, andoftentimes the swarmers aresubterranean termites.
We receive many questionsfrom our customers, so wewanted to share some with you:
Q:I manage a condominiumbuilding and only a few
units have activity. Do I need totreat the entire building?
A:No, of course not. We cantarget and treat individual
units, still inspect any otherunits and warranty the entirebuilding or complex.
Q:Do you check and treatattics?
A:Yes, attics are oftenplaces with drywood ter-
mite infestations.
Q:Can I keep the termitesfrom coming back?
A:No, unfortunately withour process, as with a
fumigation or heat treatment,there is no residual to kill futureswarmers.
Q:Is there a treatment thatis 100 percent guaranteed
to work all the time?
A:There are three proveneffective methods of
treatment used for drywood ter-mite treatment: fumigation, heatand orange oil. All three areeffective, minus human error. Sothe answer to the question isthat no method is 100 percenteffective all the time.
Q:So what can I do?
A:Akamai can do preventa-tive treatments in attics
and crawl spaces with a residualmaterial if the home or businessowner agrees. This is not donewith orange oil, since it’s organ-ic and will biodegrade over time.A homeowner also can makesure cracks around walls andwindows are sealed, as well asattic vent areas. During swarmseason, keep the lights to a min-imum and put a pan of water
under a light so it will reflectinto the water and termites willfly into the water and drown.
Q:Can I stay in my houseduring and after treat-
ment?
A:Yes, since the processinvolves a drill-and-treat
method, the orange oil is goinginto the infested wood only. Wehave treated homes and busi-ness with people present. A bigadvantage over fumigating isthat anyone, especially someonewith a physical or medical con-
dition, won’t fear treatment anddoesn’t have to look for a placeto go.
Q:The fumigation processin California is now a
three-day process; Will this newprocess be done in Hawaii?
A:Only time will tell.California is very strict
when it comes to pesticides, andthey believe the three-dayprocess is safer for homeownersand for fumigation technicians,who have the potential to bedirectly exposed to the fumiga-tion gas. This decision is up tothe state of Hawaii.
Q:How can I find out moreinformation about XT-
2000 orange oil?
A:Akamai is a certified serv-ice provider here in
Hawaii. You can go on theInternet to XT2000.com or con-tact the company directly in SanDiego.
Please call Akamai PestSolutions or go online to dis-cuss your termite problems andlet us solve them the safe way,while protecting our delicateenvironment.
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same great expoBY KAREN NAKAMURA
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii(BIA-Hawaii) will present the eighth annualRemodel It Right/Remodel It Green Expo on
Friday, August 10 through Sunday, August 12 at a newlocation: the Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. More than200 exhibitor booths will showcase Hawaii’s top con-tractors, suppliers, building industry experts and asso-ciates. Interested companies are welcome to contactBIA-Hawaii to participate in this convenient centrallocation showcase of remodeling industry expertise.The event theme, “Remodel It Right, Remodel ItGreen,” will enlighten and educate homeowners on thelatest products, services and trends in energy savingsand sustainable living.
Unique features of this award-winning expo includethe “Meet the Experts” presentations that provide on-going round table interactive discussions from theentire spectrum of the remodeling industry and the“Remodel It Right” panel of experts. These in-depthroundtable discussions will cover key topics that willprovide a strong foundation for your remodeling proj-
ect. Architecture, General Contracting, ContractorLicensing, Permitting Basics, Prioritizing YourRemodel and Energy Savings and Credits are alloffered in 10-minute rotating sessions. A free remodel-ing planning kit will be offered to every family attend-
ing the three-panel sessions, while supplies last. Companies interested in becoming exhibitors in the
August expo at the Blaisdell may call Clarice Watanabeat 629-7503 or email [email protected] for additionalinformation.
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The recent rain andwindstorm tookmany Islanders by
surprise. Most peoplesaw the floods in yardsand streets, but have yetto check out their roofand its post-storm condi-tion.
Is water gushing out ofyour gutters? That isprobably a good sign thatthey are clear of debris.However, to err on theside of caution, all thewind may have blownextra leaves right off intoyour gutters — so use ahose and shoot waterthrough to make sure thegutters are clear.
Take out binoculars andinspect the tiles/shingles.Don’t walk on the roof!Look for pooling, saggingor missing shingles.
Inside, check the atticfor leakage and wet spots.Walk around and look atthe ceilings. Are they dryor is there a suspiciouspuddle?
Call for a free roof
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Call Murakami’s Roofing
at 348-8270 to schedule afree roof inspection by aroofing professional. Itsounds easy to do your-self, but better safe thansorry when it comes tothe roof that is protect-ing the belongings in-side.
Clinton Murakami is asecond generation li-censed roofing contractorwith 25 years of experi-ence in the business.Clinton or his profession-al staff will inspect yourroof with the kind ofexperienced eye thatcomes from seeing alltypes of roofs in all typesof conditions.
Murakami’s Roofingwill provide a writtenestimate and answerquestions. If you think ofa few more, feel free tocall and ask. Murakami’sis customer-service ori-ented and wants to makesure the customer is sat-isfied.
Depending on the sizeand complexity of theroof, most projects takeone day from start to fin-ish. From removing the
old roof to cleaning up themess afterwards, Muraka-mi’s aims to make reroof-ing as uneventful for cus-tomers as possible.
Free gutters
This month, Mura-kami’s Roofing is offeringfree gutters with a com-plete reroof! That savingscomes in handy, especial-ly if you are thinkingabout a solar photovoltaic(PV) system for yourhome.
Thinking of PV?
Consult Murakami’sRoofing and our electricalcontractor partner, ALL GElectric before you installa PV system. Finding out
that your roof is not viableafter the fact will be acostly lesson. Plus,Murakami’s Roofing willaid in the PV installation
process by recommendingthe best layout of the PVpanels so you maximizeyour investment withenergy savings.
To learn more, callMurakami’s Roofing to-day for the companythat’s building confidenceinto every roof.
The photovoltaic (PV)market is exploding, andeveryone is trying to get a
piece of the action. This hascaused a saturation of contrac-tors claiming they can installyour PV system. The positiveside to this is that homeownershave a plethora of contractors tochoose from. The decision-mak-ing process, however, should notbe based on cost alone. Considera contractor who is trustworthy,reputable and provides qualityworkmanship.
Being driven by price alone
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Seek multiple quotes
This educates you on the gen-eral cost involved and ensuresyou get a fair market price. Evenfor homeowners who just want
electrical work, ALL G Electricalways encourages them to seekmultiple bids before making adecision. This allows the home-owner to meet face to face andinterview more than one con-tractor and get their perspectiveon how they would approach thejob specifically. Each contractorcan have a different opinion andapproach to doing the same job.This also educates the home-owner on the constructionprocess and can prevent thehomeowner from feeling takenadvantage of. Be cautious of thecontractor whose only concern isto give you the lowest price.Typically the saying, “If it soundstoo good to be true, it probablyis,” tends to be true.
Do your research
Research the contractors youare considering and their trackrecord. Websites like the HawaiiBetter Business Bureau (BBB)and the Department of Com-merce and Consumer Affairs(DCCA) are good places to start.The BBB is an organization thatestablishes various standardsthat members are evaluated andrated against. Ratings are unbi-ased and objective. Any filedcomplaints/claims against thecontractor also can be viewed.The DCCA is a state-run divisionthat primarily governs the fol-lowing related to businessesand/or contractors: registrationand licensing, financial healthand soundness, complaint pro-
cessing and consumer protectionand education.
Conduct a search on the con-tractors to see if they are activelylicensed and compliant with theguidelines and requirements forrunning a business in Hawaii.
Finalizing the agreement
The contractor should provideyou with a contract/something inwriting that outlines the scope ofwork as discussed, including anyadd-ons. It also should state allwarranty information and futureservicing of your PV system.Typically a deposit is required, sobe sure to get a receipt. Be cau-tious if the contractor insists ondealing only in cash. Cash has nopaper trail and cannot be can-celled like a check. Since PV sys-tems are eligible for state and fed-eral tax credits, a receipt showingyour purchase and installation ofthe system will be required.
ALL G Electric is a profession-ally licensed, bonded and insuredelectrical contractor. The com-pany partners with Murakami’sRoofing, a company with anunparalleled local track record,to offer a complete solution forevery electrical and PV need.
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to our pavements. Fillingor sealing pavementcracks to prevent waterfrom entering the baseand subbase will extendyour pavement life byfive to seven years.
Continual maintenance,however, can potentiallydouble that. Water isvery intrusive and willfind its way into openvoids.
To enhance durability,pavements are made thesedays to expand and con-tract with seasonal tem-
perature changes.Consequently, cracks andjoints are expanding andcontracting when thepavement moves. Sealingthe cracks with a flexiblerubberized asphalt thatbonds to the crack wallsand moves with the pave-ment will prevent water
intrusion. Sealing cracksis better than filling them.As part of a pavementmanagement system,crack sealing can reducepavement deteriorationby restricting water pene-tration into underlyingbase and subbase layers.This restriction helps tomaintain pavement struc-tural capacity and limitsfuture degradation.Sealing prior to surfacetreatments enhances thetreatment and furtherextends the pavement life.
It is important to knowthat not all cracks arecreated equal. If you have
what is referred to as“alligator,” “spidering” or“chicken wire” cracking(terms used because thecracks resemble alligatorskin, a spiders web orchicken wire), sealingwon’t help. It may buyyou a little time, howeverasphalt repairing will bethe next step.
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BY VICTOR YEUNG
There are so manythings to considerand do before,
during and after a reno-vation. The right contrac-tor will help you througheverything from begin-ning to end. That is thekey to a successful reno-vation. You can pieceeverything together onyour own and maybesave some money, but isthat really worth theheadache of having tocoordinate everythingdaily as well as make sure
everyone is on schedulefor the project?
Having a contractorcontrol the flow of theproject will help makesure the project goesaccording to plan and fin-ishes within the timepromised. CV Construc-tion LLC is just that typeof company.
For example, a recentproject involved a home-owner and servicemanwho, just before he wasdeployed, contacted meand inquired about ourservices. When I went tocomplete the free esti-
mate, he had already beendeployed, so his wifewalked me through theirrenovation request. I thendrafted an estimate onsite and sat down with thehomeowner’s wife andexplained the estimatefrom beginning to end.
I then requested shetalk things over with herhusband before decidingwhether the estimate fittheir budget. After a fewemail exchanges betweenmyself and the deployedhusband, the couple set-tled on what they wantedto complete in their reno-
vation. I had the wifecome to our showroom tolook at some samples andfinalize the contract. Wethen signed the contractand went shopping fortheir appliances.
Everyone has differenttastes when it comes tomaterials and appliances.Contractors always knowwhere to get the right-priced materials for yourproject and help you withbuying the right appli-ances to fit your budget.While shopping, I gaveher my opinions and ideas
As you anticipate whatexciting things this yearwill bring, you might
notice your home decor hasbeen left behind. Fortunately,you can easily beautify andmodernize your home usinghints from design experts onthe hottest color trends. Don’tworry that you’ll need to breakthe bank — simply updating theshades of your walls can createthe feel of an entire new homewithout the cost of buying one.And you’ll enjoy starting theyear in fresh, contemporarysurroundings.
“Our world has becomeincreasingly complicated andfast-paced in recent years, tothe point that many people arenow taking steps back to re-evaluate their lifestyles andconsider what’s truly impor-tant,” says Donna Schroeder,Dutch Boy Paints manager ofColor + Design. “As we look
back to simpler times, we alsosee how design and style haveevolved. Dutch Boy’s 2012 colorforecast is based on this reflec-tion and the self-expression ofwhat people findmeaningful. Thisyear’s diversecolor trendsare rich andfull of history,helping peo-ple createspaces thattruly show theirinner selves.”
Featuring five group-ings of the hottest colors inhome decor, the Dutch Boycolor forecast offers options forany room or personal taste. The2012 trends palettes are as fol-lows:
Ethereal
Whether it’s the search forenlightenment or just the best
cup of organic coffee within 20miles, the path is about morethan the ground covered. TheEthereal collection floats aboveother color palettes, airy and
atmospheric with tea-stainedand faded hues evocative
of the lightness of thesky under the middaysun. Light colors fromthis palette includeEpidermal, Faded
Mint and Feather Lite.
Primitive
A meandering paththrough the forest takes us pastcolors only to be found innature. Deep barks, shockingcitrines and raw earth inspiredthe natural colors of thispalette. The Primitive colorsare as mysterious as the shadedcanopy of the woods thatinspired them. Suffused withenergy, they speak to growth,regeneration and life. This nat-
ural palette includes RawGarnet, Symbiotic Green andIndi-genous Teal.
Fundamental
We’ve walked far away fromthe beige computer housings ofthe 1970s, only to find the huesfrom this budding technologi-cal era coming backfull force. Retro officemeets geek chic fora new take on ’70sstyle, as seen inthis grouping.The Fundamentalcolor palettemakes full use ofclassic, contrast-ing neutrals likebeige and gray —designed to work as the per-fect foil for bold main accentsof green, orange and vibrantblue. Basic colors in theFundamental paletteinclude Ink Blue, AgedCognac andRudimentary Beige.
Pastimes
The Pastimes color palette isfilled with exuberant shadesreminiscent of lazy summerdays at a lake house without atelevision, or the intensity ofthe circus coming to town. It’s asimpler time, an antidote to the
fast-paced buzz and hum ofmodern technology. BrightPastimes hues include Clown’sNose, Kiddie Pool andOrangesicle.
Compose
A street of dreams with afocus on soft femininity andvintage 1930s floral fashions
are at the heart of theCompose color pal-
ette. Rich, darkhues are offset bybright pops ofcolor that despitetheir origin in anearlier era, lookfresh and new. Thisis a collection that
worships the cre-ative being in all of us, andencourages self-expressionthrough home decorating.This inspired palette con-
tains shades such asPurple Pencil Skirt, LipStain Pink and
Theatrical Teal.
Choose any path to fit yourhome, whether it’s a light, shim-mery mint from the Etherealpalette, or a natural green fromthe Primitive palette. Usingthese cues from the color pro-fessionals, you can ensure yourhome stays in style.
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With the uncer-tain economy,homeowners
are staying in place andupgrading their homes,rather than moving intosomething newer or larg-er. Just as economic con-ditions evolve, however,so does this housingtrend. Simplifying andgaining control are nowhot incarnations of the“staying-put” trend.
Organizational designexpert, TV and radio per-sonality and author ofnumerous New YorkTimes bestsellers, PeterWalsh hosts “ExtremeClutter” on the OprahWinfrey Network and hasstarred on TLC’s “CleanSweep.” Walsh offersadvice for do-it-your-selfers:
Coping in the kitchen
The kitchen is the heartof the home, and keepingit organized can save youtime and money:
• Maximize cupboardspace with easy-to-installsliding racks. These racksmake it easy and fast to
find items, even in thedeepest cupboards.
• Keep cooking utensilsand flatware neat and eas-ily accessible with a com-partmentalized drawerorganizer. You can findthem in kitchen and homedesign stores.
• If you store often-usedspices in a cupboard, it’seasy to lose track ofwhat’s in there. Just putyour most-used spices ina small baking sheet sothat when you needsomething, you can slidethe sheet out to makefinding it easier.
• Retire your junk drawer— we all have one. Oneway to clean up the paperportion of the mess iswith an online organiza-tional tool like MyLowe’son Lowes.com. The freeonline tool allows you tokeep track of purchases,warranties and manuals.
Cutting closet clutter
An organized closetmeans speedier wardrobechanges and a more har-
monious environment:
• “We wear 20 percent ofour clothes 80 percent ofthe time,” Walsh says.Declutter your closet bygetting rid of that 80 per-cent you don’t wear.
• Reclaim vertical space.Look for creative ways touse the walls, backs ofdoors and other verticalspaces in your closet.Modular home organiza-tion systems can solvemost storage challenges.
Taming the toy room
It’s important to regu-larly sort toys with yourchildren to decide what todiscard, what to pass onand what to keep:
• Involve kids in decidingwhat should stay or go.Arrange toys in piles bytype of toy, age appropri-ateness or length of timethe child has had the toy.This will help your kidssee the toys as distinctgroups and make the taskmore manageable.
• Bring in space-maxi-
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Getting organized isgreat, but staying organ-ized is even more impor-tant. Rather than havingto tackle organizationtasks in a daunting messonce or twice a year, takesteps to stay organizedthroughout the year. A lit-tle organization todaymeans fewer headachestomorrow.
By reducing clutter andincreasing organization,everyone can learn tohonor and respect thespace they have.
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construction. “The ap-proach I take with eachhome is to engage thehomeowner in theprocess while incorporat-ing their lifestyle andutility into the design,”says Frank. His companyhas a unique advantage inthat he has built completehomes from the groundup, as well as specializedin additions, renovationsand remodeling.
“In addition to buildingand remodeling homes, Ifocus on other needs likeredesigning kitchens andbathrooms, or taking anordinary bedroom andmaking it a master suite.
It’s all in how youapproach the renovationof your home. By re-thinking what areas youspend most of your timein, you can remodelthem, which will improveyour home life while hav-ing a positive effect onreselling your property,should that be a consid-eration for you down theroad.” And if you aretired of coming home andseeing your house lookthe same, there’s plentythat can be done, Frank
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It used to be that mostproperties would rise invalue fairly regularlyover time. But with thecurrent soft market, it’sthe bigger house, themodernized house andrenovated homes thatwill be more apt to catchthe eye of those in themarket to buy. And sinceowning a home is muchlike having your ownbank (considering youhave substantial equity),why not take advantageof that through renovat-
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“Your home is likelyyour greatest investment.And since upgrading itoften increases its value,with equity lines andhome-improvement loansat super-low rates, itcould be a great time torenovate!”
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called for seamlesslyblending these areasinto one multifunctionalspace.
During the demo phasewe uncovered a couple ofunexpected obstacles.Blown-in ceiling insula-tion had to be removed inorder to install recessedpot lights. And rememberthat shoddy reno job Imentioned? It turns outthat we had to shore up asupporting wall beforewe could even get startedon the rest of our plan.
But once all of that wasdone, this project reallystarted to heat up! Myfavorite part of the reno-vation is the treatmentwe applied to the floor.We had to select a mate-rial that would meld withthe cherry-toned hard-wood and marble floor
tile in the adjoiningrooms, while providingthe cushiony comfortMay needed. Inspirationstruck, and I chose athree-color Marmoleumcheckerboard tile floorthat is easy to clean andsoft underfoot.
My plan called for a lotof counter space andstorage capabilities, twothings every kitchenneeds. We extended adurable and stain-freequartz counter down theentire length of thisspace, and a tiled back-splash that picks up thefloor colors. In the “den”end of the new kitchen, acozy sofa and a smallround table offer casualseating, while a built-indesk with lots of adjoin-ing storage space pro-vides a convenient placeto do homework. A wall-
mounted TV is posi-tioned above the desk,which was one ofVictor’s special requests.
White Shaker-stylecabinetry was chosen forthe perimeter of thekitchen, while dark cabi-nets were selected forthe long, multipurposeisland and for the storageunits surrounding thedesk. To give the darkwood a bit of a distressedlook, black stain wassprayed onto each doorand then removed byhand with a cloth, leavingbehind just a hint ofblack in corners and cre-vasses. The final effect ismodern with a twist oftraditional.
We found a very coolhanging cutlery-themedlight fixture for over theisland, and selected asmall chandelier for the
breakfast nook, and itslarger cousin for the din-ing room. New stainless-steel appliances, includ-ing a roomy French-doorfridge with bottom freez-er, are stylish yet incred-ibly functional. Thefridge is flanked by built-in pantry storage and lotsof cupboards. Everything
is in its place — andthere’s a place for every-thing.
New draperies and adining-room suite put thefinishing touches on thisspace. Victor and May’skitchen reno was a hugeproject that took a monthto complete, but in theend they were thrilled.
Their brand-new kitchenhas all the right ingredi-ents: style, functionality,form and flow. Now thekids just have to learnhow to cook ...
Interior decoratorCandice Olson is host ofHGTV’s “Candice TellsAll.”
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OPENING UPA CONFINED KITCHEN
BEFORE
With all the rain andbad weather, ourIsland asphalt has
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Walker-Moody Construction,which specializes in asphaltmaintenance, can take anydriveway, commercial propertyor road and give the existingasphalt or concrete a fresh look.Clean, crackfill, seal coat/slur-ry, stripe. And with more than117 years of service in Hawaiiunder its belt, Walker-MoodyConstruction has the experi-ence to get the job done.
So what are you waiting for?Sometimes when you look atyour asphalt or concrete, youmay feel like it’s in good shape.But if there’s cracking, youshouldn’t let it go untreated!
The best time for sealing is assoon as possible after a crackdevelops. A crack can continueto widen, so crack sealing must
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Walker-Moody Constructionis an authorized installer ofSealMaster Hawaii. SealMasteroffers a variety of cold- or hot-applied products to seal whatyou have. Sealing cracks withSealMaster products is relative-ly simple and inexpensive, andcan delay major maintenance if
used properly.To repair cracks in
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For a free estimate, contactWalker-Moody Construction at839-2781. Company representa-tives will come out and reviewyour property, measure theasphalt for accuracy, providerecommendations in a formalproposal and deliver your proj-ect on-time and on-budget.
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the itch to move, manyturn to renovation projectsto improve their existingspaces. Look at a home-owner’s wish list, and thebathroom often tops thelist. With its frequent useand endless potential, easychanges offer a big payoff.
Despite their heavy use,bathrooms are often someof the smallest areas in ahome. Cross tight squarefootage with limited stor-age, and it quicklybecomes cluttered andcramped — far from apleasant place to start andend each day.
Adding function doesn’trequire changing yourbathroom’s footprint. Tomaximize your bathroomstorage and make it workbest for you, considerthese design and organiza-tional tips:
1. Install floating vanities
A big trend in smallbathroom design is thefloating vanity; its wall-mount installation leavesfloor space below openand uninterrupted, whichtricks the human eye intoreading the space as largerthan it actually is. Floatingvanities come in a varietyof materials and designsthat offer plenty of coun-tertop space and storagesolutions.
2. Make your mirror
work harder
Is your bathroom sport-ing an old bulky medicinecabinet? Replace it with asmarter option designedwith innovative storagethat makes life easier.Robern, the industryleader in bathroom storageand grooming, recentlyintroduced the R3 SeriesMirrored Cabinets, a per-fect solution for DIY-ers
looking for a fast, afford-able fix. The 1-inch flangearound the cabinet’sperimeter covers imper-fections, eliminating thehassle of retiling or replas-tering, making it a projectyou can easily complete ina day.
3. Use hidden space to
your advantage
In a small bathroom itmight be hard to imaginewhere you might find evenan inch of extra space, butthere’s one secret area youcan access and use to youradvantage. If you have ablank wall, the spacebetween the studs offers aplethora of potential stor-age space. You can buildshelves directly betweenthe studs, which adds lotsof extra space for itemslike washcloths and toi-letries, all within the exist-ing footprint.
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Your morning routinecharges you for the dayahead, so make sure itemslike electric razors andtoothbrushes are fullycharged, too. Cabinetsequipped with outlets,such as the Robern PLSeries with electric shelf,keep personal care itemsfully juiced and concealed,leaving countertops andsink surfaces clutter-freefor a clean and organizedspace both you and guestswill enjoy.
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of what have been the most popularitems that would fit her budget. Wesettled on what she wanted and hadthe items delivered.
As with all renovations, therewere bumps along the way. I helpedthe couple through these bumps bymaintaining contact with both thehusband and wife. After the projectwas completed, I found out that herfather did a similar renovation (notin Hawaii) and was amazed at thespeed and quality of the project. It
was a great pleasure helping thisfamily with something that wouldhave been a nightmare if the wifetried to handle the project on herown.
CV Construction LLC strives toexceed the expectations of thehomeowner with each project. Wemaintain an open line of communi-cation with our clients so there areno surprises, and always strive tohelp our homeowners by savingthem time and money. Treating allhomeowners like our own family is
among the things we do well. Ourclients entrust us with one of themost important investments, theirhomes, so we treat every projectlike we are renovating our ownplace.
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Catering toyour needs
BEFORE AFTER
Painting contractor JimmySuh has been called an“artist” and a “miracle
worker” by clients who haveseen him bring new life to theirhome or office with his specialtalent.
His company, Deep PurplePainting, was one of the mostsought-after painting contrac-tors in San Francisco for nearly20 years. The record of hun-dreds of vintage homes Suhtransformed can be viewed on aDVD he makes available onrequest.
Two years ago, Suh decidedit was time to fulfill his family’sdream of living in Hawaii andmoved the business toHonolulu. His reputation wasquickly established as a first-rate professional, much of hisnew business generated byreferrals from satisfied clients.
In addition to working direct-ly with homeowners, Suh alsocontracts with builders andarchitects for new custom
homes and remodeling jobs.“When new clients see my
DVD or photos of my work,they always comment on themeticulous detailing we arecapable of,” Suh said. “I under-stand color and the relation-ships between colors, howsome colors complement oth-ers, and I can advise the clienton choices if they want advice.There also is the matter of sur-faces and textures — should awall or trim be finished withflat or glossy paint, smooth ortextured. There are manychoices to consider, particular-ly if the client wants a wholenew look. If all that’s needed isto refresh the interior or exteri-or of a home or office with anew coat of paint, same color,same style, we can do that, too.
“Anyone who has been to SanFrancisco in recent yearsknows how the old neighbor-hoods are being transformedwith new paint and elaboratedetailing. Every architect andinterior designer wants a newand original color scheme. Asfor our work in Hawaii over thepast two years, we can also pro-
vide local references andaddresses so anyone interestedin having us quote a job canstart there.”
Suh also makes it a point ofmeeting with the client at thejob site to assess the conditionof the property, the amount ofnecessary prep work, and todetermine colors of walls, sid-
ing and trim. Once he knowsthe scope of the job, he pre-pares a written quote and timeframe for the client.
“I assure them that I amthere at the job site to ensureperfection and customer satis-faction for every project wetake on, whether large orsmall,” Suh said.
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In this economy, manyhomeowners in Hawaiiare deciding to reno-
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designers, vendors andcontractors?
• Does the company Ichoose understand andhave the expertise to guideme through planning forHawaii’s unique renova-tion needs?
• Does my home renova-tion company providequality American-madecabinets and products thatcan last the lifetime of myhome so I don’t have toworry about problems afew years down the road?
• Does the company standby the quality of its prod-ucts and installation with asolid warranty and serviceafter the sale?
• Will the company be will-ing and able to help memake my home renovationdreams come true?
As a one-stop shop withdesign, sales and construc-tion under one roof, CSDesign Builders handleshome renovations fromstart to finish with a singlepoint of contact andaccountability. From theinitial walkthrough anddesign through construc-tion, CS Design Builderstakes care of its clients tomake sure a homeowner’srenovation is as smoothand worry-free as possible.
CS Design Builders alsounderstands Hawaii’sunique environmentalneeds and will help designyour home renovation tosuit, as well as providehigh-quality Americanmade products that last.
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Make your way to Kapolei’s F.D.Roosevelt Avenue and discov-er a hidden gem you’ll wish
you knew about before. If you live on theWest side, or if you’re in the area to getsome shopping done, this garden treas-ure is awaiting discovery. On the cornerof Roosevelt and Coral Sea Road sitsTropical Garden Accents, 70,000 squarefeet of ceramic planters, fountains, lilybowls and garden accents, all availableat wholesale prices to the public.
Humble beginnings
Founded in 2006by owner DavidStaub, Tropical Gar-den Accents beganhumbly out ofDavid’s home inWaimanalo. As aworld traveler, hefound beauty in gar-den accents fromAsia, and decided tomerge those withthe tropical gardendécor in Hawaii.From David’s home
to an outlet in Waimanalo, the compa-ny’s rapid expansion created an oppor-tunity to move to another area. In 2010,just four short years after opening, thethriving pottery outlet expanded to its70,000-square-foot Kapolei location,offering a shopping experience withwholesale prices and an endless invento-ry. The property is bigger, the selectionis bigger and the prices are smaller.
Easy on the eyes and pocketbook
As the largest importer of ceramics inthe state, Kapolei’s Tropical GardenAccents is in a class of its own when itcomes to volume and variety. The gar-den center’s bulk purchasing systemallows it to pass on major savings — andthe enormous weekly shipments ensure
a constant influx of new and differentproducts. As a company standard, thepricing at Tropical Garden Accents isalways 35 percent off retail. There also isalways an expansive clearance area withdiscounts well above 50 percent.
Walk through the gates at TropicalGarden Accents and see its expansiveyard with rows and rows of pottery. Theexpansive yard is truly inspirational, andthe layout makes it easy to explore thelatest additions. It’s easy to spend hoursrummaging for treasures. There also is ashady tropical showroom with ideas anddisplays, seating to take a quick breakand two friendly, docile dogs to greetyou by wagging their tails. You’re likelyto run into David himself, because afterall these years; he’s so passionate aboutwhat he does that he’s there every daywith the rest of the helpful staff.
If you’re looking to redesign your gar-den space, Tropical Garden Accentsshould be your first (and perhaps only)stop. Browse the rustic earthenware pot-tery, brightly glazed planters, Balinesestatues, stone carvings, beautiful gardenfountains and lily bowls, and you’re sureto find the perfect fit for your home. Youmay go for a specific item, but you’llsurely find that there are so many gar-den accents to inspire you to do more toyour outdoor space.
Happy endings
For six years, David hassuccessfully worked to be-come the largest importer ofceramics in the state. Hisblood, sweat and tears havegone into every inch of
Tropical Garden Accents, and that ded-ication shows in the quality of serviceand products at the outlet. Manyclients know David by name and con-tinue to visit and see the progress of hisbusiness, which has overcome the tri-als of a tough economy and severalrelocations.
This year, David has decided it willbe his last. Tropical Garden Accentswill close its doors for good June 1.David has plans to sell the remainderof his inventory at rock bottom pricesfor the next two months and vacate theKapolei outlet for good. They are over-whelmingly grateful for the support
they’ve received over the years andhope that everyone will visit theKapolei outlet one last time beforethey go. As for David’s retirementplans, he’ll sail off into the sunset —literally. He plans to chart new territo-ry in life and on the open water whilesailing and seeking the next big idea.
Going-out-of-business sale
Tropical Garden Accents’ final salewill be from April 1 to May 31, 2012.Clearance prices will be 50 to 70 percentoff and all sales are final.
TROPICALGARDENACCENTS
ADDRESS:
91-1799 FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT AVE.CONTACT: 259-9851
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