CHAPTER 1 )·( 
HAWAII'S 
CLIMATE 
The Perfect Storm for 
Building Deterioration 
Hawaii's environment is one of the most beautiful-
and one of the most demanding-on 
Earth. 
To protect our investments, we must first 
understand the forces that constantly shape 
and challenge our buildings. 
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KEY TAKEAWAYS 
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After reading this chapter, you will understand: 
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Why Hawaii's climate creates unique challenges 
for exterior building materials. 
How sunlight, moisture, salt air, and biological 
growth work together to accelerate deterioration. 
Why two seemingly identical buildings can age 
at dramatically different rates. 
Why environmental exposure-not 
simply the age 
of a building-often 
determines maintenance needs. 
How understanding Hawaii's microclimates helps 
property owners make better long-term 
maintenance decisions. 
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Every building 
tells a story. 
The environment 
decides how 
that story 
unfolds. 
CHAPTER 1 I HAWAII'S CLIMATE 
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STEWARDSHIP TODAY. VALUE TOMORROW. 

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