New home construction isn’t back to pre-recession highs, but spending money on home upgrades and repairs is. “Commerce Department figures show that in real, or inflation-adjusted terms, people are spending as much on home and garden tools and supplies as …
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Engagement is what shoppers seek as they peruse retail stores and browse online shopping platforms. Customers want to see something intriguing or have a personal experience with products. Product videos not only provide engagement and visibility but they also provide a …
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Hardware Retailing recently landed in Las Vegas to attend GlobalShop to give home improvement retailers a broader perspective of retail trends and innovations that span every industry across the globe. GlobalShop attendees are retail designers, store planners, consumer product companies, retailers …
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The kitchen is the hub of the home and the gathering place for many families. For this reason, it is one of the most remodeled rooms in the house. Entertaining takes place along with family dinners and important events, which is …
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Have you or your employees ever been approached by a customer who is ready to tackle a project they discovered on Pinterest? Whether they hand over their smartphone or not, your DIY-savvy customers are browsing the Web frequently in search of …
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The 2015 International Home + Housewares Show in Chicago featured keynote speakers, innovative products and industry professionals, making it a learning experience for all. The keynote and seminar speakers focused on industry trends, colors and improving business operations. Leatrice Eiseman, executive …
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The younger generations, specifically millennials, do things differently. A majority of them rent a home or live with their parents. Some millennials are city dwellers and want to avoid the suburbs, and others prefer housing options that are close to …
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Summary of 2015’s Colors of the Year Each year, paint manufacturer reveal their colors of the year, creating a grand mix of contradicting color choices. Some manufacturers choose one specific color while others select a broad assortment, creating different palettes. …
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