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Prepping for House Sitters care to stock up on his favorites. • Set out essentials and then kick it up.

Fresh towels, toothpaste and a new box of soap take care of the basics, while bottled water (or beer), a box of cookies and fresh flowers add a welcoming luxuriousness to the stay. I like to save hotel niceties to cover the basics, and make sure there is plenty of extra toilet paper in the bathroom, too. ver the next couple of weeks, I’ll be traveling with my sister through Asia. I’ve been preparing for this trip for quite some time. There are several things at home that need attention while I’m gone, so a friend has graciously volunteered to house sit. This won’t be the first time he’s done this for me. Each time in the past, I’ve come home to a spotlessly clean apartment with freshly washed sheets and vacuumed floors. He’s sure done his home-

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• Cut down the clutter. Give your guest plenty of space to spread out. Clear the nightstand and coffee table of any unnecessary items.

• Stock the fridge. I’m embarrassed to say that on more than one occasion our houseguest has had to go out and buy milk.

This time around, I’ll make sure he has everything he needs and even take special

• Dress up the bed. If your guest bedding hasn’t been used lately, freshen it up.

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• Leave a note. Let your guest know how thankful you are that he or she is there. Fill him or her in on any necessary information.

When I get back from my trips, I always remember to send a thank you card with a small gift. Having friends who house sit is wonderful, and sticking to these guidelines may help secure house sitters for the future.

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BY KYLE GALDEIRA s its business continues to expand on a foundation of 15-plus years of experience serving Hawaii, CV Construction LLC remains dedicated to providing stellar customer service regardless of how big or small the job is.

Chuan “Sam” He and Victor Yeung make up the company’s “C” and “V,” and while the operation is growing after years of continued success, it remains just the right size necessary for helping local clients with their construction and remodeling needs. As Victor explained, the company is not so big that it loses touch with its mission of providing unsurpassed customer service, yet not too small to prevent it from handling multiple jobs at once — including new house builds, kitchen and bathroom renovations and commercial projects.

“We’re definitely more of a family-oriented company. We consult the customer as opposed to dictating each job,” said Victor, project manager for CV Construction LLC.

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“We try to help our clients out, and that level of service really sets us apart from the competition.”

Recently CV Construction LLC opened a Kalihi office and showroom to complement its original location at 1018 Smith St. in downtown Honolulu.

“We’re here to stay, we’re not going anywhere,” Victor said of the company’s expansion.“We have really good architects and engineers, and we try to keep everything in house.

By not contracting all the jobs out, we’re able to keep costs down for our clients and give them that peace of mind.”

Victor stresses that with every new construction project or renovation of an existing structure, communication plays an integral role in making the process run smoothly.

Victor and his team of experienced builders and planners, who are all either related or close family friends, keep clients apprised through each step of the job.

“It’s a tedious process to renovate a house, whether it’s something simple like remodeling a bathroom or flooring system all the way to

building a brand new house,” Victor said. “We help our clients through the process by keeping them informed through each step of the way.

“No project is going to go perfectly, but we try our best to communicate and keep our customers informed. If somebody promises a 100 perfect project, they’re lying — there’s no way you can do that. But, with all the forms of communication we have at our disposal, including email and text messaging, we can make the process go as perfectly as possible.”

Having an experienced contractor involved with the renovation process is key to the success of any project. In addition to securing quality materials necessary to complete projects, the professionals at CV Construction LLC also ensure that jobs falls in line with the budget of each customer.

Surpassing customer expectations is a key goal of the skilled staff at CV Construction LLC, which maintains open lines of communication throughout each project so all issues are addressed promptly and properly.

“It’s never too early to start planning for that renovation or new building project,” Victor explained. “We encourage customers to ask questions and show them examples of what we’ve done before through pictures of past projects and examples at our showroom.”

For those looking to create that dream home, CV Construction LLC is offering a special brand-new house build deal for $115 per square foot (minimum of 2,000 square feet). The new build special includes Hardie board siding, bamboo flooring and standard plumbing fixtures (restrictions apply).

To schedule a free estimate or to inquire about current building and cabinetry specials just in time for tax season, call CV Construction LLC at 531-3888 or 428-5191.

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Building to suit your whole family’s needs I n Hawaii, our culture is to embrace ohana, oftentimes gathering generations under one roof.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of Hawaii residents ages 65 and older grew at a rate of more than three times faster than the total state population from 2010 to 2011. Given these statistics, it is not surprising that multiple generations of a family live together in the same house.

With more than 20 years of helping hundreds of Hawaii families build their dream homes, Graham Builders is leading the efforts to make multigeneration homes more common in Hawaii. With three Cer tified Aging-in-Place Specialists, Graham Builders helps families who want to care for their elders at home and make residential changes to provide for their

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mobility and safety, such as installing grab bars, creating wider hallways and doorways and offering barrier-free showers. As Certified Aging-in-Place Specialists, all three accept the responsibilities and obligations inherent in the National Home Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Code of Ethics, which includes complying with the rules and regulations prescribed by law and government agencies for the health, safety and welfare of the aging-in-place community.

“With Hawaii residents age 65 and older growing at a rate of three times that of the total state population, it is important for home builders to understand what modifications are needed to help homeowners stay in their homes as they get older,” said Evan Fujimoto, Graham Builders President.

“This is especially relevant when you consid-

er that many of Hawaii’s homes are more than 50 years old. These homes were not built to handle an aging population or the equipment commonly used by older adults.”

Oftentimes multigenerational families pool their financial resources together for a common goal. Graham Builders’ design staff works closely with all family members through a collaborative process to bring their dreams to life, whether it’s modifying their current home or building a brand new one so that they can live there for a lifetime. Designed to be friendly and safe for all ages, multigenerational homes also

take into consideration personal space. In addition to shared spaces, there are also segregated living areas that are tailored to each family’s unique needs.

To learn more about how Graham Builders can help you build your multigenerational home, sign up for Graham Builders’ free upcoming “Building Your Home for Life” seminar on Saturday, March 23, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Honolulu Country Club. Seminars are free, but reservations are required. To register for a seminar, visit www.grahambuilders.com or call 593-2808.

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In this world of multitasking and hybridization, RevoluSun focuses their client service values on specialization. Each team member has a specific role and strives to shine in his or her area of expertise. The partners are each involved in a specialized area from marketing to design, working elbow-to-elbow with staff, listening to ideas from all angles and incorporating many initiatives that come from the dedicated and empowered team members. Specialization allows for unmatched quality and focus for the client. “We had a PV system installed for our home in Waipahu,� recalled RevoluSun customer Louis Shiraishi. “Our experience with everyone — from the sales representative to the installers and everyone in the office who is associated with follow-up and docu-

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Certified windows that go above and beyond I n the past, choosing windows and doors for a home has been either the builder’s decision or the previous homeowner’s. Today, the choice to replace your windows and doors is not a question of “if,” but rather “when” and “by whom.”

Let’s look at why you should choose a window that is built to a standard versus down to a price. First, there’s Alii Extreme, Anlin’s newest window and door series.The frame is a UPVC proprietary blend of titanium dioxide and acrylics designed for a lifetime of beauty. It won’t yellow and crack like cheaply made frames.

Second, this product has metal reinforced meeting rails. The locks on the Alii Extreme series have passed the industry’s toughest forced entry test. Other meeting rails are hollow, saving the manufacturer money, but they lack quality.

Third, Alii Extreme features a high-performance glazing system. It uses Infinit E plus, the most advanced energy saving technology that stops fading by blocking 95 percent of harmful UV rays. Others use single layers of protectants, which barely qualify.

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BY KYLE GALDEIRA immy Suh stresses quality and integrity when it comes to assisting customers with a wide range of painting projects.

“I’ve been painting for 25 years, and my main goal is to produce a quality job — that’s the most important thing,” said Suh, owner of Deep Purple Painting.

In early 2010, Suh moved to Hawaii to be closer to family and friends, and brought his successful painting business with him to the Islands. The contractor spent nearly 20 years in San Francisco building his business and cultivating a sterling reputation for producing quality results. Whether the job involves painting a home’s exterior, or a few walls of a commercial space, Deep Purple Painting has it covered. >> After Prior to each job, Suh meets with the owner to determine the necessary steps involved in refinishing the desired surfaces. The painter and his experienced crew consider many factors, including the relationships between colors and how they compliment one another, and present the owner with the viable options. Other aspects that Suh considers include the texture of certain surfaces, and what variety of paint will coat them in a way that protects and beautifies for years to come.

Suh has cultivated a host of positive referrals from satisfied customers — a direct result of his respect for his clients and their needs.

When meeting with Suh, customers are encouraged to view completed jobs in person to fully understand the stellar workmanship that goes into every Deep Purple project. >> Before After the look and feel of the project is determined, the client is presented with a written estimate of both the cost of the job as well as a timeline detailing the work to be performed.

“The word-of-mouth referrals that I receive come from the extensive preparation and excellent results from numerous jobs, both residential and commercial,” says Suh of many notable projects in both Hawaii and San Francisco.

“That’s why people like how I do business.”

Suh has honed his craft for over a quarter century, and can quickly diagnose problems with paint jobs that have resulted in unsightly chipping and peeling. Suh explains that the tedious tasks of priming and smoothing surfaces and filling in any cracks or imperfections with quality patching materials go a long way in ensuring a paint job’s effectiveness. He stresses quality and an honest approach to customer service throughout each project.

“A painter needs to follow the proper procedures,” Suh says. “That’s why there are so many problems here in Hawaii with painting projects. You need to prime the area,

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Homeownership and politics: What’s at stake

BY KAREN NAKAMURA ow that the dust has settled from the elections, Congress will be turning its attention to the debate over housing policy.

Thanks to national policy that has acknowledged the impor tance of the home in American family life for almost a century, generations of Americans have counted on their homes for their children’s education, their own retirement and a personal sense of accomplishment.

Policymakers are proposing radical changes that threaten the dream of homeownership for millions of current and future Americans. The policies could negatively impact Americans’ ability to buy a first home, keep their current home or enter into the move-up market.

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Mortgage interest deduction Eliminating or limiting the mortgage interest deduction would impose a huge tax increase on millions of middle-class

homeowners and discourage prospective buyers. Changing the deduction would cause aftertax housing costs to increase and housing demand to decrease. Reduced demand would depress home prices, producing a sizable loss for existing homeowners. Such a change in home values could weaken economic recovery.

Mandating 20 percent downpayments The national Qualified Residential Mortgage standard being proposed would require a minimum 20 percent downpayment and other stricter qualifications, which would keep homeownership out of reach for most first-time homebuyers and middleclass households. According to some research, it could take 12 years for typical families to save enough money for a 20 percent downpayment on a median-priced home.

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Granite can be used in the kitchen and bathroom to give a glossy and sleek surface touch. The term is derived from Latin “granum” and literally means grain. Granite is found in various regions of the world including Brazil, Europe, Africa and the U.S. It adds beauty, style and elegance to your kitchen. In addition to beauty, granite is very hard. Because of this hardness, it can stand the constant wear and tear in kitchens and bathrooms. It is immune to premature or long term wear and tear and offers durability without compromising decor. There are easy to use spray cleaners available, or simple soap and water clean up is also sufficient.

Designers enjoy working with granite because they can trust and praise the product, which and is available in a broad spectrum of colors.

Granite enjoys a high return on investment compared to its tile and plastic laminate counterparts. You can expect your return to grow to at least three times the initial investment. Homebuyers will generally be willing to pay more for homes with granite tops than with the other forms of surface tops.

It is best to have a clear diagram of the kitchen surface that will be replaced with granite. The diagram will come in handy for the installation expert and will save valuable time.

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Affairs of the Heart The rules of feng shui can certainly help you reach your relationship goals, but just remember that as in all other area’s of life, balance is key

this, but failed to stress it at the blessing. Feng shui is never about extremes and neither is life. In life, striving for balance is important, whether we are dieting, clearing out our clutter or quitting a habit.

Extremes are never balanced.

When we swing too far to the right or left, we create imbalance. As we saw in Anna’s case, although her enthusiastic intent and environmental set-up brought in a man, she brought him in too deeply too quickly, and then, when she realized he was not right for her, it took her a long time to get him to leave.

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK: I notice that in many feng shui books I read, there are so many rules and restrictions. This causes confusion for me because I can never figure out the “right” thing to do. Can you share simple insight on how to bring a new relationship into my life? I am so ready to jump in and create a home to fully support this! Can feng shui really help?

omething must be “in the air,” as this week I had quite a few questions about how to best bring in a new relationship. Perhaps the advent of spring is stimulating the desire for new relationships!

Anyway, all these “relationship” questions reminded me of a feng shui consultation I had a few years ago and why balance is paramount in feng shui, just as it is in all areas of our lives.

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The intense longing for a relationship Anna (not her real name) decided she was ready for a serious long-term partner and called me to help her create an environment specifically designed to support this goal. She was 38 years old, had never been married and had not been in a serious relationship for years. Her goal was to get a boyfriend and be married by age 40.

She was attractive and successful at her job, yet just could not land a guy.

When I arrived at her apartment, I immediately saw that she had no energetic room for anyone else. I explained the basics about “relationship” feng shui and specifically what she needed to create in her bedroom to make it more “twosome” friendly. She couldn’t wait to get right to work.

A phone call from Anna About four months later, Anna called and said that right after I saw her, an opportunity came up for her to purchase a home,

which she did. She was very excited because she was able to incorporate what I had taught her about relationship feng shui, and the house was now “fully relationship ready,” as she put it, and she wanted me to bless it.

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When I arrived, she couldn’t wait to show me all the feng shui things she had done to create space for this future relationship. She bought his and her coffee cups and lounge chairs, had placed inspiring couple-images throughout the house, and left her closet half full, leaving “space” for her future man’s things, even purchasing a man’s robe and slippers (in the size of the man she was envisioning) and hanging them in the closet.

It felt overboard to me at the time, but I was new at energy work and consulting, and she certainly had followed the rules.

After the blessing, I just wished her the best.

The second phone call About six months later Anna called saying that she needed my help again. When I spoke to her she told me that soon after I did the blessing for her home, she had met someone, who seemed perfect at the time and things had progressed quickly.

Within a few months his lease was up, and she had suggested that he move in and pay half the living expenses.

After he moved in, they lived blissfully for a short period, but then everything went downhill. He lost his job and could not contribute to the monthly expenses, and then he started demanding money from her, drinking during the day when she was at work and getting angry and controlling when she was home. He had decided that he did not need a job and that she could support him.

Anna asked me if there was anything she could do via feng shui to get him out. I suggested that she forget the feng shui, end the relationship, and kick him out. I found out later that it took her a year before she was able to get him out.

The lesson The lesson here was not just for Anna, but for me too: No matter what you do, it never serves you to go overboard. I knew

Relationship feng shui Do you want to make room for a relationship? If so, start with your bedroom and do just a little something to shift the energy. Here are some simple suggestions.

• Use pairs in your décor.

• Use “love” colors such as pinks, reds, corals or purples in your bedding.

• Use images and symbols of romance on the wall.

• Place candles in pairs in the room.

Before you make your entire home a place for the two of you, wait until the relationship reaches the point where you trust that you are ready to move to the next level.

By the way, Anna finally met someone and got married — at 42. Her new home is balanced and matches her husband’s and her energy perfectly. Whew!

Alice Inoue is a life guide at Alice Inoue Life Guidance LLC, a company committed to assisting people in living empowered lives.

Alice shares her wisdom as a professional speaker and personal consultant, and offers a series of instructional DVDs on feng shui, as well as her award-winning books on feng shui, happiness and spiritual life wisdom. Visit www.aliceinspired.com to read her blog, sign up for her newsletters and download useful feng shui tips.

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Popular colors trend toward the outdoors I f you’re into what’s “in” when it comes to interior paint colors, just look outside in 2013. The greens and blues that characterize the world outdoors are the same hues that will be popular when beautifying our living spaces this year, according to Debbie Zimmer, paint and color expert for the Paint Quality Institute.

“It’s fitting that green is expected to be one of the top paint colors used to refresh and renew the interiors of homes and buildings,” said Zimmer. “Green has always been symbolic of new life. Only now, it will be giving new life to tired interiors.”

That’s not to say, however, that the “pure” green we see on the color wheel will be the people’s (or designer’s) choice.

With the growing complexity and sophistication of the palette offered by most paint companies, “green” today refers to an extremely wide spectrum of hues.

To visualize the options, think of the many colors that appear in a garden or grove of trees: apple, asparagus, celery, fern, honeydew, lime, mint, olive, and willow may come to mind. Wherever you buy your paint, you’ll likely find some tints and shades

of green named after such familiar flora.

“Then there are the greens that gravitate toward blue, which just happens to be projected as the other popular paint color this year,” said Zimmer. “Bluish-greens like teal,

turquoise, aquamarine and cyan are expected to be hot designer choices.

By selecting one of these hybrid colors, you can in a sense co-opt both of the trendy color choices.”

That’s not to say we won’t see a lot of true blues this year — we will. And many will be drawn right from mother nature: lighter tints such as sky blue and robin’s egg

to darker shades like slate, navy and midnight blue and everything in between.

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Painting with this year’s hottest hues If you’d like to incorporate the trendiest colors of the season into your design scheme, but aren’t sure exactly how to do so, follow these suggestions:

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• Use different shades of blue or green on the walls and trim.

• Paint an accent wall in a slightly different color from the others.

• Incorporate patterns into the paint color scheme used on the walls.

• Paint one or more items of furniture in a contrasting or complementary green or blue. these hues.

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A Sparkling Personality Whether you’re remodeling an entire room or making a few small changes to a space, the right design elements can give any environment its own distinct style

n the last couple of weeks you’ve seen how I’ve transformed some spaces at Y. Hata & Co., a 100-year-old food services company on Sand Island. In this last column of the series, I’ll break down the updates of two kitchens so you can get some tips for yours.

Of Y. Hata’s kitchens, where employees heat up food and have lunch, one was to be a complete renovation and the other a light refresh. Y. Hata calls them the mauka and makai kitchens. My team lovingly referred to them as the Marsha and Jan kitchens.

Do you remember Brady Bunch, the sitcom from the ’70s? Marsha got all the attention, while Jan was always in the background. Here, Marsha was getting the complete makeover, of course, while Jan would keep her original cabinets, refrigerator, appliances and flooring. Not wanting those using the Jan kitchen to feel like they got

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the raw end of the deal, we had to make sure Jan looked as good as possible while giving each their own distinct personality.

For Marsha, we started by knocking down a wall to open up the kitchen and add space. We also ripped out the flooring and cabinets and replaced them with affordable but stylish and modern cabinetry and a stainless steel refrigerator.

I wanted a clean, modern feel. Sticking

with the Y. Hata color scheme of red, white, black and gray, we laid a simple gray-black tile on the floor. For the accent wall we chose a deep crimson which would allow the oversized company statement boards that we designed in grays to pop off. In the center was a simple, contemporary bamboo table surrounded by white chairs.

We weren’t going for just a kitchen, but more of a lounge kitchen with a sort of

Starbucks feel — a cool, hip vibe where people can eat lunch and relax. So besides the dining table, we gave them additional seating with a sectional sofa. In a pinch, stools can be pulled up for even more seating.

The Marsha kitchen looks fresh, modern and strong. The keys to this? Sticking with clean lines, from the dining table to the cabinetry and even the angular statement boards, and a bold color scheme with bright, dramatic pops.

With the Jan kitchen, our challenge was to make it look clean and fresh despite its outdated oak cabinets and black refrigerator. I knew immediately that Y. Hata’s color palette would not work here. This space needed a completely different personality, and red and gray tones would make the cabinets feel older. Instead I selected a color that on its own would instantly scream fresh and modern: apple green.

My starting point was this set of affordable green chairs. I tied in that color with the same company statement boards, which we lit up in apple green instead of gray. This made the room come alive and drew your eye to its vibrant colors instead of to the outdated finishes.

With the Jan kitchen, the goal was to create a bright, modern feel against an older backdrop. The lines of the table and chairs are clean and contemporary here as well, but it was the big, bold use of a striking color that really did the trick. When creating your kitchen, don’t be afraid of color.

You can use it as an accent or in big splashes to give your room a whole new personality — just like Jan’s!

Cathy Lee is president and designer of Cathy Lee Style and Cathy's Marketplace, a furniture and accessories showroom with design services at 1110 University Ave. She recently opened reStyle Hawaii, an affordable, style-conscious consignment warehouse with upholstering and repurposing services at 420 Keawe St. To find out more, go to www.cathyleestyle.com. >> The completed “Marsha” kitchen 14 • MARCH 10, 2013

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Enjoying the benefits of plantation shutters H awaii is definitely one of the most beautiful places to live, and some of us are lucky enough to call it our home. We are blessed with great weather year-round. However, every homeowner knows the troubles of heat and moisture and the toll they take on our homes. Being able to control the amount of heat that permeates our homes is one of the best features that plantation shutters allow any homeowner.

Plantation shutters make it easy to insulate your home and keep the cool in and heat out.The ability to regulate the temperature in your home helps with the interior’s upkeep by blocking out harmful heat and UV rays that can wear and damage your floors, furniture and paint. Shutters also help to keep your home cooler, which in turn will make it easier to beat Hawaii’s heat.

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How to minimize allergies and breathe easier at home W ith spring on the horizon, airborne allergens and pollutants can cause much grief to homeowners who suffer from breathing problems such as asthma and seasonal allergies. With the potential for increased irritation, allergy sufferers typically seek long-term, consistent relief any way they can.

Regardless of the season, allergens, dust particles and pollutants can penetrate even the smallest of gaps of a home, leading to potential respiratory problems for occupants.

When combined with airborne moisture, the potential for breathing problems is noticeably high. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that Americans, on average, spend around 90 percent of their time indoors, so improving indoor air quality is an investment in lifestyle comfort and well-being.

Indoor and outdoor sources such as chemical cleaning supplies, insecticides, carbon monoxide, mold, dirt and dust can all contribute to poorer indoor air quality. For instance, in low-traffic areas such as attics and cellars, an accumulation of dust or moisture that eventually breeds mold can significantly affect the air quality of the whole home.

Homeowners can take steps to improve the indoor air quality of their home. Regular cleaning with environmentally sensitive products and tools is a great way to reduce the amount of dust within the home. Fewer dust particles in the home reduces the potential for irritation.

Another effective solution is using an air purification unit to attract dust particles and return cleaner air throughout the house. The unit works to provide cleaner, fresher air in the home and the amount of allergens and particles in the home is noticeably minimized.

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High-tech homes make everyday living simpler I f you find yourself wondering how you ever got along before your smartphone, laptop and GPS, you’re not alone. Technology is so much a part of how we go about our days that we often take it for granted. However, in many cases, houses haven’t caught up to the same technological standards as the gadgets people carry with them 24/7. But that’s all about to change, as new ideas begin to revolutionize the way we view our homes.

Technology can do two things: First, it can make everyday tasks simpler and faster. Second, it can enable us to do things that weren’t possible before. So when it comes to your home, having technology on your side can make a big difference — in terms of time, energy and money savings. If you want your home to join the world of high-tech living, consider these solutions:

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E very year, faulty electrical systems cause millions of dollars in damage. In fact 99 out of 100 homes have some sort of electrical defect, which oftentimes causes the entire home to go up in flames. Many homes in Hawaii were wired at a time when electrical use was minimal. Over the years, computers, microwaves and other appliances have been added, with more electricity needed.

The home’s electrical system may no longer meet the needs of the household.

When was the last time you had your electrical system inspected? “Never” is a likely answer. In fact, most homeowners don’t think about their electrical system until it’s too late.Taking a few preventative measures can make a world of difference.

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Boost productivity in your home office with these tips L et’s face it — not everyone has a home office that inspires productivity. But if you work from home at all — and the Bureau of Labor Statistics says 24 percent of people employed outside the home do at least some of their work at home — having a comfortable, organized and appealing home office can make your job easier.

Many home offices are less the product of careful planning than something that evolves from a spare bedroom, bonus room or an extra corner in the basement. Even if your home office is more of an after-thought, it’s possible to make some simple improvements that will enhance its appeal — and your productivity.

Here are three improvement and design choices that can help make your home office a hub of good business: Begin with the basics Renovating any room should start with the simplest investment that also provides a big payoff: paint. Repainting is one of the cheapest, easiest ways to completely change the look of a room. A fresh coat of paint, no matter what color, imparts a sense of freshness and energy to a room just the kind of effect that can enhance your productivity.

When choosing a color for your home office, keep in mind that the hue should serve as a backdrop, not a distraction. Red may be your favorite color, and one you love in your bedroom, but home workers often spend eight hours a day or more in their home offices. Will the color you choose hold up to that kind of intense togetherness?

Invest in storage Clutter in your home can range from simply annoying to downright depressing. In your home office, it can spell disaster — in the form of lost paperwork, missing projects and even lost business.

Plenty of storage and an organizational system that makes the most of it are essential for your home office. Whether you opt for open shelving, locking file cabinets, a desk with ample drawers or a combination of storage types, it’s important to find solutions that fit your home office space.

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In your home office, ample natural light from sources such as a skylight can help reduce Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, eyestrain and stress — all ailments that stand in the way of productivity.

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All about engineered wood floors lmost everyone knows what wood flooring is, but do you know what engineered wood flooring is?

You may have seen it at the home improvement store or in a magazine. It consists of a layer of the actual wood species of your choice on the top face, and plywood layers below that. The top layer can vary from the thickness of cardstock to half the thickness of the floor. And the ply layers can also range from as few as two or three plies to as many as nine.

You wouldn’t be alone if your reaction to this “different� wood floor might be that it is “the cheap stuff � or “skimping� on the wood. Depending on how much wood is on the top layer, this may be true or false.

Negative reactions to engineered wood flooring are the very reason Shirley Pai Hilton of Kahala Pacific Floors decided to start her Wood and Stone Flooring 101 seminars a few years ago. “Wood flooring and the other products related to this category of floor covering can be very complicated,� said Hilton. “We do a lot of educating when the customer walks through that door, so I thought it would be a great idea to organize that education and deliver an organized, consistent message.�

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Hilton explained that “engineered� wood flooring gets its name from the fact that the wood is arranged or manipulated to form a product that will overcome the natural tendency of wood floors to warp, twist or move. “It’s not about skimping, but rather about creating a piece of flooring with more dimensional stability,� she said.

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boards are glued to one another — but not to the subfloor — sitting on your slab like an area rug and moving as one big piece.

A former Certified Public Accountant with a masters degree in taxation, Hilton delves into details by nature, and she did the same when she entered the flooring business a number of years ago.

Over the years, she has been called on for her expertise in wood flooring and about five years ago, this led her to develop a product that is her pride and joy, the Kahala Floors line of engineered wood flooring. Featuring a thick top layer of wood, the finest Birch plywood and German finish, Hilton and her staff in Shanghai are literally hands-on at the factory to assure their customers receive the highest quality products.

Did you know details such as the top layer on your engineered floor can be considered too thick? Hilton invites you to attend the company’s next seminar to find out why this is and so much more. Best of all, she offers seminar attendees exclusive private sale pricing on all products and services, the lowest she ever gives. Call 847-7711 to reserve a seat for the March 16 session.

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Knowing when it’s time to replace products at home O wning a home means giving constant attention to the building products that go into protecting the structure of your house. While we’d like to believe items like our roof, siding and windows will last forever, that’s not the case. Mark Clement, co-host of the national home improvement radio show MyFixitUpLife, offers a variety of tips for knowing when it’s time to replace products on your home.

“The first thing any homeowner needs to understand is that every element of your home’s exterior, from the top of the roof down to the front entry door, will eventually need to be replaced,” said Clement, a professional contractor. “The key is to know when the time is right to invest in new products for your home. This means an ongoing evaluation of your home’s current products, researching new product options and contacting professionals for support.”

Clement pointed out that replacing older products with newer, more energy-efficient and longer-lasting products is a sound investment for homeowners. “We have a 100-yearold home and just replaced the original decaying wood door with a Therma-Tru fiberglass door and trimmed it out with long-lasting PVC millwork from Fypon,” said Clement.

“We also replaced older windows with ENERGY STAR qualified vinyl windows from Simonton Windows and added a new polymer slate roof from DaVinci Roofscapes.

These are all man-made products that add more life to our house. Plus, we’re saving more on our daily energy bills

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Tips for evaluating your roof: • Using either a ladder or binoculars from across the street, look for problem areas, such as missing or broken shingles, along with roofing tiles that may be “flapping” in the wind.

These are indications that a new roof may be in your future.

• Check the sides of your roof. The southern exposure weathers significantly faster than the other sides of the roof, so make sure to carefully examine this area. Also, shallower pitches weather faster than steeper pitches. So again, if your roof has a shallow pitch — like a shed dormer — make certain you can clearly see it to get a true indication of the condition of your roof.

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Tips for knowing when to replace a front door: • If you can see light around your main entry door from the inside, the door is hard to close or lock or the door itself is warped, it’s time to consider a new door.

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• Even if you can’t see light, air may be moving through gaps in the weather stripping at a surprising rate. On a very cold or hot day, hold the back of your hand an inch or so away from the bottom and perimeter of your door. If you can feel air moving or a significant cold spot, that’s a signal your existing door could benefit from better sealing.

Tips for evaluating trim features of the home: • Take a top-down look at your home. Most houses have louvers placed high above the attic or garage space to allow ventilation in those areas. And, most houses have wooden louvers that can rot with time. Replacing louvers with insect-resistant and rot-resistant synthetic louvers can improve the home’s appearance and functionality.

• Wrap it up. Clement recommends that if you have unsightly porch posts you can easily transform them into showpiece parts of your home by using Column Wrap Kits.

The decorative PVC or urethane pieces can generally be installed in less than 30 minutes around existing structural posts and columns to give an upgraded look to any home.

• If you have the opportunity to replace your entry door or windows, make sure to finish off the job with stylish window and door trim. Lightweight and easy to install, weather-resistant synthetic mouldings, shutters and entryway surrounds made of durable urethane or PVC are a definite doit-yourself project for any homeowner.

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Water plants can create a serene setting in any home L

ilies, lotuses and other plants that thrive in water provide a calming beauty that turns any space into a tranquil retreat. Whether you have a backyard pond or just a small lanai, anyone can enjoy the beauty of a water garden. Contrary to what their stunning beauty might imply, they are fairly simply to maintain for experts and novices alike.

“Why give your loved one cut flowers, when you can give them a water lily that blooms anew each day,” said Andrew Dedrick, Geobunga executive director. “Anytime you pair beautiful live plants with water, you’ve instantly created a tranquil oasis for your home.”

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Whether you have a backyard pond or live in an apartment with a sunny lanai, you can enjoy the beauty of a water lily garden. Water plants thrive in Hawaii, with the islands’ year-round sunlight and mild climate.

“I have a water lily on my front step that has bloomed every day for over a year,” said Dedrick.

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tilize monthly. Anyone can enjoy the beauty of these plants, anywhere they have access to sunlight.”

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Providing unique garden elements from around the world, “Water Lilies and Water Gardens” this Saturday, March 16 at Geobunga specializes in stone pavers and benches, decora9 a.m. at Geobunga’s Salt Lake flagship located at 4299 tive rocks, ceramic pots, fountains, bamboo accents and a Lawehana St. across from Target, and at 2 p.m. at Geobunga variety of plants.

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With the best prices, selection and service in the state, During the workshop, participants will learn how to propeach visit to Geobunga brings something new to discover. erly cultivate and care for water lilies and water plants, and Geobunga, the state’s largest grower of water plants, offers how to pick the right plant that fits your lifestyle. Geobunga two convenient locations in Salt Lake and Waimanalo. Visit has hundreds of blooming lilies to choose from, and within www.geobunga.com for more information. a year, a purchased lily will generate another lily or two that homeowners can then replant themselves with knowledge gained at the Geobunga workshop. Space for the free seminar is limited and reservations UPCOMING FREE SEMINARS are recommended. Visit www.

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