Provided by the Home Improvement Research Institute Smart home technology continues to expand its footprint in U.S. households. New insights from The Home Improvement Research Institute’s (HIRI) 2025 Secondary Homes Report reveal that secondary homeowners are significantly outpacing primary homeowners …
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A new five-year forecast from the Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) shows real growth expected in 2025, with modest gains projected from 2026 through 2029 as inflation slows and nominal growth improves. The professional channel will drive activity in 2025, …
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Since 2000, visits to National Parks have climbed from 285.9 million to 331.9 million in 2024, a 16.1% increase. Overall, more people are heading outdoors, and with that comes the increased need for camping gear. For hardware stores, this steady …
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Caffeinated Pouches (SPONSORED) Smokey Mountain Caffeinated Pouches deliver a great-tasting, clean-label caffeine alternative that today’s consumers are actively seeking. Made with 100% food-grade ingredients and designed for convenient, all-day use, our microdosed pouches offer “Caffeine on the Go”—perfect for the …
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Lumber King, which has five locations throughout Kentucky and Tennessee, announced the retirement of its president, John Kayae, who is stepping down after 13 years at the helm. Since taking on his role in 2012, Kayae led Lumber King through …
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At its recent Fall Buying Market, held on September 11-13 in Overland Park, Kansas, Blish-Mize provided its customers with show-only deals, new products and support amid economic headwinds. “We always want our customers to feel like they’re part of the Blish-Mize …
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GFCI Outlet (SPONSORED) Leviton’s Lever Edge GFCI simplifies installation with color-coded lever terminals, including a BLUE lever to help prevent LINE/LOAD reversal. The no-exposed metal parts design eliminates the need for electrical tape, improving safety and speed. Designed for pros …
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The caulk and adhesives category has undergone a dramatic transformation in recent years, evolving from simple, low-cost commodity products to highly specialized solutions requiring expert knowledge to sell effectively. At Woodstock Hardware in Woodstock, New York, owner Vince Christofora has …
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