Let it glow

A neon sign from Club Hubba Hubba is being restored to its elaborate glory

By Nina Wu

POSTED: 01:30 a.m. HST, Oct 14, 2012

~~<p>In a small but neatly organized workroom in Kalihi, Von Monroe, owner of Strictly Neon, works his magic on signs of all colors, shapes and sizes.</p>
<p>He runs one of just a handful of companies on the island that specializes in neon-bending, which requires knowledge of glasswork and basic electricity, along with a bit of artistry and chemistry.</p>
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In a small but neatly organized workroom in Kalihi, Von Monroe, owner of Strictly Neon, works his magic on signs of all colors, shapes and sizes.

He runs one of just a handful of companies on the island that specializes in neon-bending, which requires knowledge of glasswork and basic electricity, along with a bit of artistry and chemistry. Login for more...