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Concrete has been the choice buildingmaterial for centuries, but did you real-ize that it could be just as visually

appealing as it is strong and functional? Yourexterior concrete may be aged, stained andcovered in mildew; or maybe it’s brand new, butlacks pizzazz. If you want to replace your cur-rent interior floors, but are not sure what tochoose, you don’t need to start from scratch.

Granicrete Hawaii offers many solutionsto work with what you have. Concreteresurfacing is the economical solution thatadds lasting beauty and value to your homeor commercial space. Nearly limitless indesign, color and texture, a concrete flooroffers numerous options, along with designand functionality unlike any othermaterial. The team of concrete specialists atGranicrete Hawaii can help you with a cus-tom concrete flooring solution to create aneye-catching, vibrant space.

Are you plagued by unsightly stainedand/or cracked concrete? No problem.Granicrete Hawaii’s concrete overlays coverthose imperfections and provide a blank

canvas for its artisans to create the look youdesire. Overlays are patterned, textured andcolored by hand to provide unlimited designoptions for both interior and exterior floors.Flagstone, slate and tile looks are customizedto suit each space. Overlays can also be fin-ished without a pattern in smooth, swirledor stone-like textures, and they are coloredfor a simple, stylish look. At just 1/8- to 1/4-inch thick, overlays dramatically improve thelook of your floors without a noticeableheight difference.

There are a few options for concrete thatis in good condition, but needs a fresh look.Set your home apart with concrete dyesand stains. They are a great way to injectwarmth into your interior and exteriorflooring, without changing its texture. Coloroptions are limitless: bold, bright or naturalsemi-transparent colors can be achievedwith concrete dyes and stains applied direct-ly to existing concrete. Solid stains will maskimperfections with an opaque finish. Choosecolors that complement your décor to cre-ate that “wow” factor. Add some decorative

saw cuts for greater appeal. Using a concretesaw, the artisans cut shallow lines into yourexisting slab and create custom patterns orborders. You can have the luxurious look oflarge tiles without the hassle of grout, whichcracks and discolors.

Another solution for exterior floors is togrind and seal your existing concrete. Thetop 1/8- to 1/4-of-an-inch of the surface isremoved with a grinder, taking care of prob-lems such as pitting, flaking, scaling and dis-colorations. The aggregates found in theconcrete are then exposed, adding textureand character to the concrete. The surfacecan be stained, and then sealed to enhancethe color of the stain and aggregates whileprotecting it from the elements.

Granicrete Hawaii’s flooring solutions aresealed to provide easy maintenance andresistance to moisture, stains, mold and bac-teria, yielding savings for years to come. Theyare a great interior flooring choice for thosewith allergies, as concrete floors won’t

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W ith completion of interiorinstallations and finishes, theKaimuki rebuild covered in

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The series began with demolition, con-crete work and framing. Part two coveredroofing, windows, doors, electrical, plumb-ing, drywall and siding.

Homeworks selections specialist SarahVan De Vanter, the initial contact with theclients, worked closely with them on allphases of the project, from planning andbudget to final interior and exterior selec-tions. The objective was to maintain quali-ty in all phases of construction and finisheswhile keeping in mind what the clientscould afford.

“The owners wanted a simple, easilymaintained home that could serve themat every phase of their lives,” Van DeVanter said. “We were essentially ‘design-

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“The cabinets, which are maple,have a rich look but were moderatelypriced. Countertops are solid surfacefor easy maintenance. Flooring is awood grain laminate throughout,which contributes to the seamlesslook of the main living area with its‘great room’ open floor plan,enhanced by the vaulted ceilings.”

Energy conservation was a considera-tion. Van De Vanter noted that lighting fix-tures accommodate incandescent andcompact florescent bulbs, and roofing wascompatible with installation of PV panels.

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK: My wife con-stantly tells me that it’s bad feng shui to leavethe toilet lid up and bugs me to put the liddown after use. What’s the big deal? Can yougive me one good reason why I need to do this?

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aside, that is a great question, and I’mthankful to have the opportunity to sharethe feng shui aspect of why toilet lidsshould always be down, not up. Hopefully,after reading this article, the advantages ofkeeping the toilet lid down will inspire youto shift your viewpoint and make a changeso that your wife will stop bugging youabout this particular personal habit. It canbe a definite win-win, so read on!

The feng shui symbolism of the toilet

Toilets are considered the biggest energydrains in your home, literally the portalsthat remove waste from your environment.Their raison d’etre is to flush away waste,but they do not distinguish between wasteand “good” energy. On an energetic level,when the lid is up, toilets drain away thegood energy that you would otherwise liketo keep circulating in your home.

Water has drawing power, and an opentoilet lid draws the energy in your homedown the toilet and that includes wealthenergy. Conversely, putting the lid down setsthe intent that you want to keep the“wealth, prosperity and other good stuff ” inyour home. Control what you want to keepor let go of by closing the toilet lid to avoiddrawing the good energy down into a vor-tex of waste. Send the message that “allgood energy and wealth stays in my home.”

What does energy have to do with it?

You may wonder what you can possibly

lose by keeping the lid open. After all, whenthe lid is open, only air surrounds it, right?Actually, no. In feng shui, we understandthat there is unseen energy in an environ-ment that affects your physical, mental andemotional vitality. For example, if you havea lot of clutter, the energy is consideredstagnant, tied up in your things, making youfeel lazy and less productive. The “air” mayfeel thick and heavy. Numerous studieshave shown that people feel better in envi-ronments that are clutter-free. Closing thetoilet lid has the same effect, keeping the“good energy” in the environment for youand your family and friends to enjoy.

I often say, “Where your eyes go yourenergy goes.” For example, if you comehome each day and see the bathroomdoor open, the toilet lid up, and the toilet’sgaping mouth, it is an instant subconsciousdrain on your energy.

What the lid is designed for If we look at it from a functional, non-

feng shui point of view, the purpose of thetoilet lid is to close waste off from the envi-ronment to keep it sanitary and fresh.

Flushing without putting the lid down

If the energetic aspect of closing the toi-let lid doesn’t make sense to you, then letme share some facts that may. Any time atoilet is flushed, a mist filled with bacteria iscreated. Studies have shown that flushingwith the lid open permits the mist to floatin the air and easily travel several feet awayfrom the toilet, lingering for a few hours.This means that the mist reaches yourtoothbrushes, towels, shower curtain, andevery hard surface in the vicinity of the toi-let. If you are the curious type and have a

habit of looking down into the toilet whenyou flush, that mist also covers your hair,eyelashes and exposed skin, and, of course,you also breathe in that unpleasant air.

Studies on microbiologyOver the course of the last 30 years, in

peer-reviewed journals, Dr. Charles Gerba,a microbiologist from the University ofArizona, has written about 400 papers ongerms, infections and disinfection. He stud-ied the germ count in the home, discover-ing that flushing with the toilet lid downprevents bacteria in the water vapor fromcirculating and landing on your toothbrushand other areas.

Although the levels of bacteria foundon the “control” toothbrushes weredeemed not enough to be a health haz-ard, they were clearly speckled with bac-teria from the toilet and the thought ofbrushing your teeth this bacteria, no mat-ter how small the amount, turns mostpeople off.

Prevention is simple. Put the lid downbefore you flush and always wash yourhands afterward. Touching the lid to lowerit is one of the main reasons for washingyour hands.

Feng shui or scienceSo, whether your reasoning is feng shui

or science, keeping the lid on waste willalways keep the good energy in your homeand the “bad” energy out. Of course, theNo. 1 reason to put the lid down is that ahappy wife makes for a happy life!

Alice Inoue is a life guide at Alice Inoue LifeGuidance LLC, a company committed toassisting people in living empowered lives.Alice shares her wisdom as a professionalspeaker and personal consultant, and offers aseries of instructional DVDs on feng shui, aswell as her award-winning books on feng shui,happiness and spiritual life wisdom. Visitwww.aliceinspired.com to read her blog, signup for her newsletters and download usefulfeng shui tips.

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Pacific Islands Construction keeps abreast of the latestissues and is prepared to provide prospective buyers withinformation that makes them informed buyers. There aremany issues regarding the solar industry that the consumershould understand before they make an investment in aphotovoltaic system. As a customer or prospective buyer,having a company that provides the greatest value and serv-ice is important when there are so many options. The follow-ing information is provided to help educate you so that if youfind a great deal, you know it really is a great one.

The consolidation of the PV module manufacturingindustry continues and this past week, Bosch announcedthat it is leaving the solar industry. Suntech, once the largestsolar company in the world, announced bankruptcy this pastweek, and SolarWorld has delayed its annual press confer-ence as it tries to restructure its debt with creditors.

The crisis in the solar manufacturing business affects theconsumer when the long-term warranty he or she believesin is no longer good. It also affects consumers when qualityissues arise, as manufacturers who are losing money placemore value on trying to stay in business and less on thequality of the product they are selling. The bottom line isyou need to be conscious of the current financial health ofthe solar equipment manufacturer you are considering.

Pacific Islands Construction believes that Kyocera ofJapan, which has been manufacturing solar modules for

more than 37 years, is one of the best choices for solar.Kyocera modules are made to very exacting standards thatother manufacturers ignore. They include heavy reinforce-ment of the module frames and a potted junction box toprotect the electrical connections. These modules just donot fail and are never returned due to failure. Modules thatwere manufactured more than 25 years ago are still pro-ducing more than 90 percent of their original rated output.No other company in the industry can match Kyocera per-formance, and new testing standards confirm that Kyoceraquality exceeds the more stringent testing, whereas othersare failing. Kyocera is a profitable company and few solarmanufactures can say that.

Solar system installation practice should be a primaryconcern, almost as much as the equipment you are consid-ering. Having the right roof flashings for numerous roof pen-etrations, substantial securement to the roof by the rackingsystem and air flow underneath the modules are concernsyou need to know about. Call Pacific Islands Construction tofind out about the right installment practices and whyKyocera modules are the best and safest choice for yoursolar needs.

Call Pacific Islands Construction at 841-7756 or [email protected]. Visit the website at pacificislandsconstruction.net to read numerous articles on solar energy as well.

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Trim products are designed to be usedaround windows, doors, eaves and gables,and for application on your home’s cornersand porch columns. Many installers opt forbasic corner posts, J-channels and finishingaccessories, which are functional, but alsodetract from the home’s overall style.

“One mistake that homeowners andcontractors often make in an exteriorremodel is finishing a beautiful window andsiding replacement with basic or inexpen-

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W hether constructing a residencefrom scratch or creating anaddition to an existing structure,

homeowners desire the “wow” factor thatcomes from seeing their dwelling exceedexpectations. For those clients that havetrusted their homes to S TanakaConstruction, the “wow” factor stems fromthe exceptional professionalism providedby the experienced building firm throughevery step of the process.

The home builder has long aimed toplease its clients, taking immense pride inthe referrals it receives from satisfied cus-tomers who are delighted with its constantcommunication, quality work and ability tofinish on time and at or under budget.

“Our main forte is brand-new homes oradditions,” said S Tanaka’s owner RyanTanaka, who also noted that the companyis well-suited to handle specific renovationsas well as kitchens and bathrooms. “We’rea design-build operation, so we work with

the customer as far as coming up with thelayout of the house and executing itsdesign.”

The company got its start 28 years agowhen Shinya Tanaka began the process ofhelping Oahu’s residents out of a humbleoffice/warehouse space on Ward Avenue.While the company has grown, and nowoccupies a more functional locale in Kalihi,S Tanaka Construction still makes it a prior-ity to provide stellar customer service,including flexible appointment schedulesfor its clients. Customers can plan consulta-tions during evening hours and on week-ends — schedules are created to accom-modate the needs of clients.

When planning an addition to a currentstructure, Tanaka reminds customers thatthe cost per square foot can actually out-weigh that of a new building because of theadditional costs involved with retrofitting ortapping into existing infrastructure and link-ing it to a brand-new project area. S TanakaConstruction provides free estimates thataren’t necessarily based on a per-square-foot basis, as different amenities and otherdesires will create inaccuracies within thequote.

For example, when a homeowner

chooses to add options such as air condi-tioning systems or upgrade bathroom fix-tures, lighting fixtures (e.g. a $10,000 chan-delier), cabinetry, countertops, flooring etc.,the cost of the project will increase whilethe square footage of the building remainsthe same — thus, what other companieswould have offered as an estimate basedon cost per square foot would then beskewed.

As another example, a 2,000-square-foot home that costs $300,000 wouldcome out to $150 per square foot. Now,lets add photovoltaics, which would cost$30,000, and increase the contract price to$330,000, which would equal $165 persquare foot.

“We don’t charge by the square foot.Some companies do, but we don’t becausethere are too many variables. Every lotcondition is different and the conditionsvary regardless of the home’s squarefootage,” Tanaka explained. “With additions,we have to deal with the existing structure,everything from walls to windows and con-crete needs to be factored in, and thataffects the cost — and a lot of peopledon’t realize the extra work involved asopposed to starting from scratch.”

Whether you have a vision or you’re inthe brain-storming process, get your freeconsultation at S Tanaka Construction bycalling 848-5010 or visiting www.STanakaConstruction.com.

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