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Once you are done, you can savethe leftover caulk for future use.Cover the end with a caulk lid, whichis sold separately at your local hard-ware store, or with a nail or screw.

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On a recent project, homeowners inHawaii Kai contacted Town & CountryBuilders about the possibility of construct-ing a second-story master bathroom andwalk-in-closet addition adjacent to theirexisting master bedroom. They wanted todo this because they had four members inthe household sharing one bathroom andshower on the second-floor level. Theywanted an additional full bathroom withdouble lavatories, a toilet, tub-showercombination and a walk-in closet for addi-tional wardrobe space.

Here’s the ChallengeThe contractor scheduled a site visit to

view the situation and discuss the projectwith the owners. After analyzing the condi-tions in the area, two options seemed pos-sible:

Option OneBecause of the proposed location of the

new bathroom, tying in the waste connec-tion needed to be addressed. The connec-tion to the sewer lateral was a distance of85 feet and was at the front-left side of theproperty. Completing the connectionwould entail excavating a trench, saw cut-ting, breaking and repouring a concretepatch across the existing driveway.Beautiful landscape would also have to betorn up.

This would be an expensive endeavorthat could destroy the lawn and create anunsightly patch in the driveway. This led thecontractor to explore another possibility.

Option TwoThe existing second-floor bathroom

was 16 lineal feet from the proposed mas-ter bathroom addition. To tie in the wasteconnection would involve removing themaster bedroom carpet and reinstalling italong with a portion of the plywood sub-floor. It also would involve removing and

replacing the existing bathroomceramic tile floor covering. This pre-sented an issue that needed special con-sideration because the bathroom was tiledwith the same color tile throughout thefloor, walls and shower. By removing thefloor tile, it would be difficult to re-matchit without removing all the tile. This wouldbe an added expense to the owner.

Additionally, a section of the gypsum-board wall and ceiling on the first floorwould need to be removed, replaced, tex-tured, primed and painted in order toexpose interior drain pipes for connection.An interior connecting door from theexisting bathroom and bedroom wouldrequire infilling and the existing bathroom

wall paper would need to be primed andpainted.

Here’s the SolutionThe homeowners decided to go with

option two, even though other buildingcontractors who had conducted a siteexcluded it as a possibility. Yes, the home-owners were inconvenienced and theirlifestyle was disrupted, but for substantialsavings in the cost of the project and thebeauty of their landscape and driveway.

The owners also located marble forthe bathroom floor that complementedthe existing ceramic tile and lookedwonderful.

Quite often it is wise to be cau-tious and explore several optionsbefore making a final decision aboutconstruction on your home. It isalso very important to engage theservices of a seasoned and knowl-edgeable architect.

One such architect is HenryReese, who has been designinghomes/additions and has beenresponsible for all aspects of newconstruction, residential renovationsand new homes from inception tocompletion since opening his officein Honolulu in 1986. He is worthhiring to design a pleasing addition,remodel or new home, and he willensure that the structural require-ments for the new work meetguidelines and requirements.

Reese is a graduate of theUniversity of Oregon with a degree inArchitecture and is a member of theAmerican Institute of Architects. Whetherdesigning a home of your choice or planninga major renovation, you will find that he is con-genial, conscientious and articulate in his fieldand he works in association with this builderto ensure quality construction projects.

You can reach Town & Country Buildersat 737-7766 for a free in home consulta-tion or visit www.townandcountrybuilder-sllc.com. Town & Country Builders is amember of the Better Business Bureauwith an A-plus rating, a certified remodelerand winner of the 2012 Elite CustomerSatisfaction award.

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You may do all your due diligence whenselecting a contractor for your new homeimprovement project and still miss one ofthe most important aspects. How are thecommunication skills and relationship youhave with your contractor? Trust that yourcontractor will give you a quality productfor an honest price. You build a relationshipduring the build, after you have deliveredthe final payment and far after the home is

complete. Trust that the contractor will notsweep a problem under the rug for you, asthe owner, to deal with after the warrantyperiod is over.

It starts with your first meeting. Does thecompany representative have your bestinterest in mind? You should be able totrust a contractor enough so that whenyou reveal a budget, he will maximize yourhouse, not his profit. The initial estimateshould not be misleading or vague. Thisnumber should be a consistent one as abasis to work from for your home project.

This is where the discussion of a timelineto complete the project should begin. If atall possible, before building, you should beprovided with a schedule that is completewith all the different scopes of work alongwith the start and completion dates.

Construction is not an exact science, sobe aware of contingencies that may arise. Ifsome unforeseen item comes up, how willit be addressed? Your relationship with yourcontractor and the lines of communicationshould be clear. Builders make judgment

calls on critical processeswithin your home that amajority of homeownersmay not know. You wouldhope to trust your con-tractor to make the cor-rect decision for your ben-efit, to not just pass codefor a quick profit. Changeorders, once you sign theinitial contract, are almostbound to the contractor’sdesired charges. You needto trust that you will notget raked over the price.

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK: My grand-mother will be moving in with my family soonas she is unable to live on her own anymore.She is getting physically weaker, and we thinkshe may be in the early stages of Alzheimer’s.Do you have any advice for us?

Today is Grandparents Day, the per-fect day to answer your questionand a reminder to appreciate the

seniors in our lives. Your question is espe-cially timely as more and more families facecaring for aging parents or grandparents intheir homes. Diminished strength, impairedhearing or vision and memory lapses are allnatural symptoms of aging that you canaccommodate in your home to make lifeeasier for everyone. Taking in aging parentsshould be an act of love, not a sacrifice, sofirst look at the situation as an opportunityto give back, then make some sensiblechanges.

Clutter and things …First of all, I know everyone is probably

tired of hearing about clutter, but I have toaddress this, at least briefly. When parentsmove in, they often bring a lot of theirbelongings with them. Prepare yourself andyour parents by getting rid of anything youno longer need or use. If not, the increasedclutter will bring challenges.

While I understand it seems wasteful toget rid of things or “perfectly good furni-ture,” it may be necessary. Whenever youopen your home to seniors, you create theopportunity to experience irritation, frus-tration and more because personal andphysical space diminishes. Turn this into anopportunity to do something positive forpeople you love by purging the clutterfrom your home.

Why is it important to clear out?Clutter ties you to the past physically,

emotionally, mentally and spiritually,

reminding everyone of how things “were,”not how to accept things as they are.Remember, everyone’s lifestyle is about tochange, so take action now to get ahead ofthe game. Clutter around the home cancontribute to confusion, respiratory prob-lems because of dust accumulation, acci-dents and a negative mental attitude.Energywise, having too much clutter can becompared to living in the middle of a hur-ricane or being buried in a landfill.

Increase lighting and reduce glareYou may not have thought much about

lighting and glare before, but when peopleage, their vision diminishes, and adequatelighting for you is likely not enough forthem. What can you do?• Create consistent and brighter lightingthroughout the home. Inconsistent lightinglevels can produce scary shadows and con-fusion. Increase wattage in lamps, and addnightlights in hallways, corners and nearstairs. • Diminish glare. Glare can create feelingsof discomfort for seniors, so put place matson glass tables, and area rugs on shinyfloors (make sure they are secured toavoid a tripping hazard.)• Bring in as much natural daylight as pos-sible. Daylight stimulates the circadian and

neuroendocrine systemsthat regulate the body’sentire homeostasis, soclean the windows andopen the shades or blinds.

Look at furniturethrough new eyes

Choose to keep onlyfurniture that is most sup-portive for this new multi-generational life-style. Takethese tips into considera-tion:• Keep some chairs witharms to facilitate standingfrom a seated position.• Get rid of or secure fur-niture that swivels or rocksto prevent unnecessary

accidents.• Remove, replace or alter furniture withsharp edges and corners. Choose roundover square and smooth over sharp.• Upholstered furniture is better for com-fort and energetic security.

Once you choose the layout for the fur-niture you keep, do not change it. Keepingeverything the same creates stability andhelps to avoid confusion.

Use color to create contrastBy adding color and contrast in your

home, you can help ease the effect ofdecreasing vision. The simpler you canmake it to distinguish between surfacesand areas of the home, the saferit will be, and you will naturallyreduce stress levels. Here aresome guidelines:• Use contrasting colorswhenever you can — forexample, between floors andwalls, dishes and tablecloths,the risers and flat surfaces ofstairs, the fixtures in the bath-room, the furniture and floor-ing, etc. • Define the dining room table.Use a tablecloth color that

contrasts with the rest of the room. • Avoid busy patterns. Complex patterns,especially on the floors, contribute to delu-sions and insecurity. • Paint your parents’ bedroom a complete-ly different color from the rest of the houseto help them energetically distinguish theirarea from other areas of the home.

Some simple preparation will help toensure that everyone can maximize thisspecial time with your loved ones, whileminimizing the challenges that living togeth-er can bring. Happy Grandparents Day!

Alice Inoue is a life guide at Alice InoueLife Guidance LLC, a company committedto assisting people in living empoweredlives. Alice shares her wisdom as a profes-sional speaker and personal consultant, andoffers a series of instructional DVDs andaward-winning books on feng shui. Visitwww.aliceinspired.com to read her blog, signup for her newsletters and download usefulfeng shui tips.

Greet the GrandparentsBefore elderly relatives move in, make these sensible changes to your home. Doingso will reduce the number of challenges that living together often brings

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This week, group similar items together to shiftyour energy from “scattered” to “focused.” Acollection of themed figurines, for example,

makes a greater impact when placedtogether, not dispersedthroughout the home.Use groupings to youradvantage.


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When the mercury rises, it is hardto remain comfortable insideyour home without running up

a huge bill. Fortunately, the solution ismuch more affordable than investing in anew air conditioner or central air system.According to the American LightingAssociation (ALA), installing a ceiling fanin each living space will help family mem-bers feel cooler while saving energy. Andif you have not upgraded your ceiling fansin the past eight years or so, you are miss-ing out on saving even more money asmany of today’s models are more efficientthan ever.

“A ceiling fan can save homeowners asmuch as 40 percent on their air condi-tioning bills by creating a breeze thatmakes the ambient temperature feelseven or eight degrees cooler than itactually is,” explained John Moody of ceil-ing fan manufacturer Fanimation. “You canset your thermostat at 80 degrees and itwill feel like it is set at 72 degrees.”

How exactly does that work? “A ceilingfan cools the room by creating a ‘windchill effect.’ It does not lower the roomtemperature,” Moody stated. “This windchill effect makes you feel cooler byaccelerating the evaporation of perspira-tion on your skin. It’s the same feelingyou get when you open the window ina moving car. If you have a ceiling fanin a room with a temperature of 80degrees, running the fan can make itfeel as if it is 72 degrees inside. Whenused in conjunction with an air condi-tioner, a ceiling fan can lower energycosts because you can now set thethermostat of your air conditioner at ahigher temperature.”

Joe Rey-Barreau, education consult-ant for the ALA agreed. “Ceiling fanshave become popular in almost everyroom where people sit or stand forextended periods of time,” he noted.

For large homes, installing ceilingfans in laundry rooms and closets isbecoming more common, accordingto Bethany Pir tle of Emerson CeilingFans. “While those may seem like unusuallocations, having air circulation in thoseenvironments helps prevent staleness,”she said. “Master bathrooms are also aperfect place for smaller ceiling fansbecause hair dryers and steamshowers can make a bathroom hot and

sticky. A small-span fan can quickly andefficiently add comfort.”

Another factor in determining whereto install a ceiling fan is the fan’s UL list-ing. There are three basic UL-listed rat-ings for indoor, damp and wet locations.Fans that are rated only for indoorsshould not be used outside — even if

the area is mostly covered.“Moisture and humidity can affect

both the performance of the motorand the stability of the blades,” Rey-Barreau explained. “Fans that are ratedfor damp locations can be used eitherindoors or outside in a setting wherethey are in a protected environment

such as a porch.” Wet-rated fans can beinstalled outdoors in situations wherethey will be in direct contact with water,such as in gazebos or mounted above apatio on the underside of a deck.

“The popularity of outdoor living envi-ronments has meant bringing along all of

the amenities that make the inside socomfortable,” Pir tle said. She suggestsselecting a wet location-rated ceiling fanwith a light kit to provide nice moodlighting when enjoying the outdoor areaafter dusk.

Besides greater efficiency, the secondmost improved aspect of modern dayceiling fans is the wide variety. “Fan designhas come a long way since the 1970s,”explained Tom Frampton of Fanimation.“You can now select a contemporarymodel with clean understated linesmeant to blend into your décor for a ‘lessis more’ approach or step out and selecta model that serves as a focal point.”

Rey-Barreau concurred, adding, “Therange of ceiling fan styles available todayis without boundaries. They have becomeas much a decorative element in a spaceas a decorative lighting fixture,” he said.“The broad range allows ceiling fans tobe selected so that they support andenhance the design style of the furni-ture.”

Pir tle said that the sky (or better yetthe ceiling) is the limit when it comes toaesthetics. “Every style you can imagineis available in a ceiling fan,” sheexplained. “Over the last 20 years, therehas really been a shift from viewing theceiling fan as an appliance to more of ahome décor item. People care abouthow their furniture and lighting definetheir space and now — more than ever

Keeping it cool while saving money, energy




One of the greatest tools at your disposal for low-ering energy costs is to take advantage of whatnatural lighting has to offer. Here are three tips

for putting Mother Nature to work:

1. Minimize use of artificial lightingAnyone who’s ever paid an electrical bill knows that the

simple act of turning on a light can directly impact yourmonthly expenses. Homeowners looking for a long-termway to power down their lighting costs may considerEnergy Star-qualified skylights a good investment. Whileskylights’ cosmetic appeal can’t be argued, their value goesfar beyond good looks.

By admitting natural light into your home, skylights canhelp reduce use of artificial light sources — and help yousave on electricity costs. Pair powered venting skylightsthat come with automatic rain sensors with efficiency-enhancing accessories like designer blinds (available in avaried palette of colors and patterns), and you can

improve energy efficiency as much as 37 percent, accord-ing to skylight manufacturer Velux America. And, with tubu-lar products like Sun Tunnel skylights, you can even bringnatural light into ground-floor rooms or spots where a tra-ditional skylight may not work, such as a first-floor powderroom, hallways or walk-in closets.

2. Reduce hot water costsLong gone are the days when solar powering your

home was an idealistic, but impractical dream. Solar tech-nology is more useful, accessible and cost-effective than

ever. Solar water heating systems are becoming main-stream and offer homeowners a great, green way to trimenergy costs.

What’s more, the cost of installing these systems hasbeen steadily declining as technology advances, and youmay find adding one makes you eligible for tax credits orincentives from your local, state or the federal govern-ments. You can calculate the costs and possible paybacksonline at www.veluxusa.com.

3. Make home a healthier placeEvery year, ill health costs the U.S. economy billions of

dollars, experts say, and your own health woes can have asignificant impact on your pocketbook. The health benefitsof natural light are well-documented, from promoting thebody’s production of Vitamin D to improving mood andeven learning ability.

Simply opening blinds and curtains to admit more natu-ral light can directly affect the mood inside your home —not to mention the mental state of the people living in it.Take your green lighting efforts to a higher level by addingventing skylights, and you can also help improve the airquality inside your home. While skylights admit ample nat-ural light, their natural chimney effect works with your win-dows to bring in and circulate much more healthful freshair. They also passively vent fumes and dampness that canlead to mold and mildew.

By incorporating natural light and passive ventilation intotheir home decor and improvements, homeowners canput the brakes on rising utility costs — and give the greenlight to energy savings.

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— there are decorative and viable solutions in ceiling fansas well.”

There is one caveat. As fans have become more styl-ish, the decision of which model to buy is often based onits looks alone. “This could result in selecting a fan thatmay not be properly suited to serve the functionalneeds of a space,” Rey-Barreau cautioned. “There are anumber of other issues that should be considered whenselecting a fan that is aesthetically pleasing plus function-al and practical.”

With so much variety available, a consumer’s bestoption is to visit their local ALA-member lighting show-room. There, they will find trained professionals who canassess which type and size ceiling fan each room needsand suggest the most appropriate, energy-saving choice. Tofind out where your closest ALA-member lighting show-room is located, visit www.americanlightingassoc.com.

The American Lighting Association is a trade associationrepresenting the lighting industry. For more information orto find an ALA-member retail showroom, go towww.americanlightingassoc.com.

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Observe your true reflectionWhen looking to bring any room together, choose a mirror that accurately matchesyour sense of style and grandeur. Then, make sure you place it in the right spot

I’m sure you’re already aware that mir-rors often make a room feel larger, butdid you know they can do so much

more? A single mirror can add style and piz-zazz because it often serves as the focalpoint of a room.

So if you’re shopping for the right mirror,I have a few tips to help you locate the onethat truly reflects your sense of style.

Find your style. First, take inventory ofwhat’s already in the room. What style doyour pieces reflect? What style will your mir-ror need to enhance? Urban and edgy?Contemporary? Island?

Let’s say you’re looking for a mirror toplace above a dresser, console table or van-ity. You can find one with elements thatmatch the piece. But wouldn’t it be moreinteresting if it were juxtaposed with a com-pletely different style, color or finish?

Mix styles. If you’re like me and you defi-nitely want to go for a bit more interest andcontrast, then opt for a completely differentstyle of mirror — but remember to look foran element that will still tie it in with the fur-niture piece underneath. If the mirror’s finishof, say, bronze or silver coincides with thehardware on your table, that’s great!

I personally love the effect of mixing styles,as shown in the photo at far right. The con-sole table is a carved Asian piece, so the saferoute would have been to go with a moretraditional mirror, with perhaps a gold frame.

Instead, I opted for a super-contempo-rary mirror with clean lines and no frame.What makes the grouping work is that thecontemporary feel of the mirror is repeat-ed in the silver tray on the table, while thetable’s Asian style is picked up in both thereflected silver Buddha head and the orchidarrangement.

If you want to put a wood-frame mirrorover a wooden table, give the pairing morevisual interest by searching for a mirror

with a completely different look from thestyle of the table.

A mirror can be a fantastic focal piece, asthe other photo on this page shows. Thismirror, with a frame of studded lime green,would work fabulously in a fun and funkyroom — much like a teenager’s bedroom(imagine the fun she’d have looking at her-self!), or an office that wants a splash of lifeand interest. I would pair it with a very sim-ple table or vanity to allow the color andstyle of the mirror to be the star.

Size matters! Now let’s talk about size.A good rule of thumb is to not go top-heavy with mirrors. Generally speaking, thepiece of furniture beneath your mirrorshould be several inches longer on eitherside, giving the mirror room to breathe.

Small can be beautiful. I’m not a big fan

of having a lot of little things. So when itcomes to mirrors and artwork, I prefer togo bigger. However, what I have done —especially when dealing with smaller spaces— is to put several smaller mirrors of vary-ing styles together to create a larger group-ing. That can be a fun and interesting look!

How big? Consider the layout of yourroom and the other pieces of furniture init. If you have a large bookcase, entertain-ment center or window, you may want alarge mirror for balance.

Think of the view. And finally, where doyou place this mirror? I’m not the feng shuiexpert around these parts (see feng shuiconsultant Alice Inoue on page 13), but asimple question is, what is that mirrorreflecting? As a simple rule, you want it toreflect something beautiful or appealing —

not the TV or a closet door. Finally, keepplacement in mind. The mirror’s heightshould rest comfortably at eye level.

Whether you’re shopping at Cathy’sMarketplace or any other furniture andaccessories store, mirrors can be a great,affordable way to add style to your home.After all, you want to be sure that the mir-ror looks as good as you do!

Cathy Lee is president and designer ofCathy Lee Style and Cathy’s Marketplace, afurniture and accessories showroom withdesign services at 1110 University Ave. inMoiliili. Lee’s interior design work has beenfeatured in local and national publications, onHGTV and in her DIY design workshops thatteach homeowners the basics of style. Visitwww.cathyleestyle.com.

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above The author chose a contemporaryand frameless mirror to pair with thecarved Asian console table below.

left This mirror with a studded lime-greenframe just screams for attention.CATHY LEE PHOTOS

Wondering about the hottest paintcolors on the market? Wonderno more: This year’s paint palette

continues to draw heavily upon the naturalcolors in the American landscape, accord-ing to Debbie Zimmer, color expert at thePaint Quality Institute.

“Native plants and flowers, oceans andlakes and rocks and minerals are thesources of inspiration for the paint colors,”said Zimmer. “If you’re thinking aboutrepainting your home interior, look to thegreat American outdoors.”

Here are some highlights:

Blue, the jewel of the seaBlues gained popularity in 2011 and con-

tinue to be red hot in 2012. “Fromsparkling sea-glass blue to colonial blue-grey, blues are suitable for all living spaces,being a naturally soothing color that isloved — in one iteration or another — byalmost everyone,” said Zimmer.

Green, from farm to forestGreens, ranging from celery and aspara-

gus to fir and fern, allow homeowners tobring the comforting feelings of the worldoutside into the world within. According toZimmer, dining rooms and kitchens are the

“natural” spots for in-vogue greens, but thehue is also at home in family rooms andbedrooms.

Violet, majestic purple mountains“A harmonious combination of patriotic

blue and red hues, violet canadd ‘punch’ to any roomwhen used as an accentcolor or serve as the domi-nant color in a bedroom,”said Zimmer.

PatternsPatterned paint is also tak-

ing center stage, withincreased interest in hound’s-

tooth finishes, lacy designs and bold colorblocking techniques.

Exterior paint combinationsOn the home exterior, shutters colors

will begin to shift away from the traditionallook of high-contrast green, red or black toa more monochromatic palette.

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According to remodeling magazine,buyers love new kitchens and they lovespacious, bright, up-to-date bathroomsas well. Real estate agents throughoutthe nation have said that updating thebathroom is one of the greatest invest-ments an owner can make in a house. Infact, owners generally get $6 back forevery $5 they invest in remodeling. Yourinvestment return can be much more ifyou refinish your bathroom, and yourhouse will sell more quickly.

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Solar equipment needs to be maintained andthis includes cleaning the modules and getting theracking system inspected. Also, inspecting/repairingthe roof penetrations, all electrical componentsand cleaning the inverters is recommended. PacificIslands Construction has a five year maintenanceprogram with every system installed to ensurethat it will not develop problems. If you would liketo have your system inspected, even if the company did notinstall it, Pacific Islands Construction maintains systemsinstalled by others on a yearly contract.

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PV systems are installed on your roof, so it is importantthat they are installed with racking systems and flashings thatmeet the IBC (International Building Code). The modulesmust be installed so that they do not fly off the roof duringhigh winds, and to ensure they do not, many roof penetra-tions are made to secure the racking system that holds themodules. Also, each attachment needs to be flashed prop-erly so that the roof does not leak. Unfortunately, con-sumers are assured that their systems have been installedproperly when, in many cases, this is not true. To know whatyou’re getting, ask for documentation on the flashings andracking system.

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• Tubs, Showers, Counters, Vanities, any type of Wall Surrounds• Rust, Fiberglass, Tile Crack Repair and Refinishing• The thickest tub liners available on the market• Specialist in Cost Effective Alternatives for property managers, realtors, hotels, homeowners & senior citizens• Walk through tub cut for Seniors or disabled

• Complete remodeling consultation

Call for a Free Estimate

358-7780www.allislandbath.com

Over 20 Years ExperienceLocally owned & operated.

GUY KAKUGAWAContractor’s Lic: #C31944, #C31945

Bathtub to Shower Conversions

Ohana Building Supply is a one-stopshop for homeowners and con-tractors alike. The company’s selec-

tion includes a variety of high-qualitykitchen and bathroom materials at veryreasonable prices, from ready-made to cus-tom cabinetry, a full line of granite counter-tops, stainless steel sinks and hardwoodand laminate flooring, all to fit any architec-tural style.

Ohana Building Supply’s in-stock cabi-nets are constructed of all plywood boxeswith solid wood face frames and doors.Locally stocked are Maple, Light or DarkCherry and Milzen Cabinets’ Espresso Oakand White Oak, constructed of plywoodboxes and engineered MDF flat-panel styledoors and frames.

Ohana Building Supply also has two newstyles of cabinets that are available, ElegantCherry and Honey Beech. These new cab-inets are face-framed cabinets constructedof 5/8-inch plywood boxes and 3/4-inchsolid wood doors and frames. The cabinetsfeature solid wood dove-tailed drawersand come standard with soft closing hard-ware for doors and drawers. These cabi-nets look as good inside as they do on theoutside and would be a great addition toany kitchen remodel.

Currently all of Ohana’s cabinet lines areon sale and, as always, if you buy a set ofkitchen cabinets, you get the granite free(for select colors). Ohana Building Supply ishaving a blowout sale on its Maple Shakercabinets, which are being offered at $39.99per linear foot (some exclusions apply, notvalid with free granite promotion). Thispromo won’t last long and only applies tostock on hand. If you’re on a budget or arethinking of remodeling a rental unit, thesecabinets will be the perfect fit.

Ohana Building Supply also stocks aselection of granite countertops starting at$99, such as Taisan White, Bainbrook Peach,White Galaxy, River White, JurparanaGolden Kam and Lapidus, just to name afew. Finished with an elegant bull-noseedge, these stylish countertops add charac-ter to any kitchen and bath.

While supplies last, Ohana is offeringfree granite (select styles to choose from)

with the purchase of any kitchen cabinetset. Other granites are 10 percent off withthe purchase of a kitchen cabinet set.Ohana also stocks an assortment of lami-nate flooring, under-mount and top-mountstainless steel sinks and ceramic vanitybowls. All of these products are in stockand available for prompt delivery or pick-up. Servicing both homeowners and large

contractors, the friendly staff will provideexcellent customer service from design toinstallation — the completed product issure to shine.

Visit the company’s showroom and askthe sales staff about current promotionsand specials that are available. Showroomhours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.


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OHANA BUILDING SUPPLYcontact // 833-8338 address // 2815 Kaihikapu St. web // [email protected]

Where the possibilities are endless

T he end of the year always seems to sneak up on us,doesn’t it? Just when we are getting the kids back toschool and ourselves back into the groove, fall is

here. There are already Halloween items on the shelves ofthe local grocery store and Thanksgiving things are not farbehind.

For Shirley Pai Hilton, owner and president of PacificImports International, that means getting geared up for thebusiest season. “People kind of drag their feet and suddenlyrealize that they would like to have their home look greatfor the holidays and that really lights a fire. A beautiful newfloor, whether it be wood, stone, carpet or luxury vinyl tile(LVT), will definitely make a total change of character foryour home!” said Hilton. Pacific Imports is ready to help inany way possible, from product to installation, and will evengive you tips on paint colors and furniture to go with yournew flooring.

Since a new floor does take time, now is the time to planfor having a gorgeous new look for the holidays. Imagineentertaining your friends and family on an elegant newwood floor or sitting on a plush new carpet while openingpresents. Hilton and her staff can help you find the rightproduct and arrange for quality installation services for allyour selections. A free in-home consultation is just a phonecall away and Hilton will personally come out to meet withyou.

Pacific Imports has long been known as Hawaii’s sourcefor the best wood and bamboo flooring, and more recentlyas home to the best engineered flooring line in Hawaii —Kahala Floors. “The Kahala Floors engineered wood flooringis definitely our best-selling product and we have never hada warranty claim on our Kahala Floors product,” said Hilton.With more than a million square feet sold to date, that def-initely says a lot and the company backs it up with excellent,

professional customer service.Over the past two years, Pacific Imports has branched

out and is now a full-service flooring company. If youneed stone or porcelain tile, the company has a wonder-ful selection and is a dealer for Mohawk and Dal-Tile. Itscarpet selection includes beautiful floor coverings fromRoyalty, UCL and locally stocked items from Mohawk andMedallion.

Don’t know where to start? No problem — just attendthe next session of Pacific Imports’ monthly seminar,Wood and Stone Flooring 101, on Saturday, Sept. 15 at10 a.m. Hilton promises you will enjoy the session whereyou can get vital information on all flooring choices tohelp you decide what might be best for your lifestyle andbudget. Best of all, attendees receive exclusive privatesale pricing after completing the session. Call 847-7711to save a seat today.

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Ready or not, here come the holidays

PACIFIC IMPORTS INTERNATIONAL

contact // 847-7711address // 926 Kohou St.

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