The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released its NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for Q1 2025, posting a reading of 63, down five points compared to the previous Q1 2025. Although 63 is still positive, this is the …
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The central business platform for the global hardware industry, the EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair, launches in 2026 with fresh momentum and a new sequence of days, running from March 3 to March 6, 2026. International decision-makers, buyers and retailers …
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Days after sweeping tariffs were announced, President Donald Trump has paused tariffs for most nations for 90 days and increased tariffs on Chinese imports to 125%. As a result of these tariffs, Hackett Associates founder Ben Hackett says imports during …
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Bliffert Lumber announced the promotion of Lauren Parsons to director of sales. Parsons joined the company in 2022 as a sales manager and has since been instrumental in shaping and executing its sales strategy. “Lauren has shown tremendous drive and …
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Houzz, an online design forum, released its Q2 2025 Renovation Barometer, which tracks residential renovation market expectations, project backlogs and recent activity among businesses in the construction sector. The report found that businesses across the construction sector and the architecture …
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Younger generations, particularly Millennials and Generation Z, are driving the demand for pet foods that mirror human health trends. Since 2021, fresh dog food sales have surged 86% and fresh cat food sales have risen by 54%, according to data …
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Easy Weld 140 FC-i Flux-Core Wire Welder The Forney Easy Weld 140 FC-i is the ideal solution for DIYers, hobbyists and professionals alike. This lightweight, portable flux-core wire welder, weighing only 19 pounds, is perfect for metal fabrication, maintenance and …
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DIYers are now more likely to work on their vehicles to either save money or as a hobby, according to a 2024 survey from the Auto Care Association, which uses analysis from Hanover Research. The survey found that 72% of …
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