Retail sales grew in April as consumers prepared for the higher prices expected because of the tariffs, according to the National Retail Federation’s CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. Sales for building and garden supply stores were up 2.77% month over month seasonally …

Westlake Ace Hardware announced it has agreed to acquire Dale Hardware Inc., a family-owned Ace retailer in Fremont, California. The acquisition will be completed July 28, 2025. Dale Hardware will be rebranded as Ace Hardware of Fremont after the finalized …

The Home Improvement Research Institute’s Renter’s Home Improvement Activity Study examines how and why renters are taking on more home improvement projects, providing a detailed look at renters’ behaviors, motivations and future intentions. The study found that renters prioritize affordable, …

Koopman Lumber is contributing to the well-being of its community members and the environment. The Massachusetts-based lumber store donated $45,000 to The Blackstone Heritage Corridor, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving, promoting and celebrating the Blackstone Valley’s historic and natural resources. The …

Page Hardware and Appliance Co. in Guilford, Connecticut, is grilling up sales and community involvement with their weekly in-store Big Green Egg demonstrations. Each spring and summer, Page Hardware typically hosts a few grilling demonstrations, but this year they were …

With higher mortgage prices and a tight housing market, many are choosing to rent homes rather than purchase. According to the Home Improvement Research Institute’s Renter’s Home Improvement Activity 2024 study, renters prioritize affordable, DIY and high-impact upgrades, like kitchen …

Trex Company, a manufacturer of wood-alternative decking and railing products, announced the addition of two key executives to their team.  Jodi Lee will be joining Trex as senior vice president of marketing and Kevin Brennan is joining as vice president …

HMP Building Supply announced the official opening of the HPM O’ahu Design Centers, launching the first Honolulu location in company history and the first O’ahu location dedicated to HPM’s home interior design products. The over 7,000 square feet of showrooms …