After spending extended time at home in the last few years, consumers are entranced with their lawns and gardens now more than ever. According to a 2023 study from the Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI), homeowners believe taking care of …

Small businesses make up more than 98% of the employers in Canada and account for more than 63% of all jobs. Scotiabank and Home Hardware have teamed up to launch the new Scotia Home Hardware PRO Visa business card designed to …

Benchmarking your business can make the difference between a tough season and a disastrous season. Every quarter, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA), in conjunction with The Farnsworth Group, fields the Independent Retailer Index. This survey asks retailers …

What is your proudest moment as part of the independent channel? Growing up in the independent channel, I’ve had a lot of proud moments, including working as the seventh generation of the family business at our hometown hardware store, singing …

Houzz, an online design forum, released its 2024 U.S. Kitchen Trend Study after surveying over 3,400 homeowners on their recent or planned kitchen renovations. The trends Houzz see coming this year range from using nontraditional colors to high-tech appliances to …

Hillman Solutions Corp., a leading provider of hardware products and merchandising solutions, announced the celebration of its 60th anniversary. Since its founding in 1964, Hillman has grown from a small distributor of fasteners and hardware serving independently-owned hardware stores in southern …

STIHL Inc. has named Eric Bjorling as vice president of marketing. In his new role, Bjorling will be responsible for leading the development of U.S. brand and retail marketing communications strategies, including national advertising programs, public relations, merchandising and national …

Lime Insect Repellent First Saturday Lime is unlike traditional lime—when used as directed, it’s safe for use around kids, pets and ponds. When used monthly, it can dry up insects and their eggs and larvae, while destroying odors and odor-causing …