Warm humid summer days stimulate flowering of many fragrant flowers especially plumeria, angel trumpets, orange jasmine, pikake, night blooming jasmine and ginger species. Returning residents and visitors to our islands frequently comment on how sweet our air smells compared to the mainland with the abundance of flowers in bloom now. Many ginger species may be…
Whether you are looking for carpet, tile, hardwood or laminate, the professionals at Floors Outlet care about helping you bring the vision of your home to life, using the best quality products for the fairest price. Brian McDonald says he never thought much about flooring until entering the business himself almost five years ago. “I…
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Just because you don’t have a huge budget to work with, doesn’t mean you have to skimp on style in your kitchen. Luckily, it’s relatively easy to create a…
New season, new home decor trends, right? Well, that’s not always the case nor does it have to be. But there’s definitely something about the energy of summer that makes some people want to pivot from a spring aesthetic by refreshing their homes with the latest and the greatest. If you’re looking to make some…
A painting thatâs more than 100 years old and once hung in a Kimmswick restaurant before being stored in various buildings around the river town has found a home. The piece, called âEarly Days on the Mississippi River,â is now hanging in the Kimmswick Historical Society museum, 6000 Third Ave. It was painted in 1914…
Expanding a contracting business into a new state provides challenges and opportunities for plumbers and hydronic heating professionals. These unfamiliar markets could lead to larger customer pools and increased revenue. While the circumstances could be favorable, business expansion could also be overwhelming. How should contractors approach the next phase of their business development? Here are…
Weeding season is well and truly upon us and if, like me, it’s a struggle to keep up with the relentless task, I have a tool you might want to give a whirl. Enter the Root Slayer. My dandelion garden was a tad out of hand and had started to cause havoc with my flower…
NEW DELHI: If you are a woman and are planning to conceive, be mindful of the things you have around you. A recent study has revealed that exposure to phthalates, commonly found in household products like vinyl flooring, lubricating oils, and personal-care products (soaps, shampoos, hair sprays) may lower your probability of getting pregnant, as…
