Data from the Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) shows a notable shift in the current housing market: while fewer Americans are taking on home improvement projects, those who do are spending significantly more. According to HIRI’s recent Q1 2026 Homeowner …
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Registration is now open for the 2026 Do it Best and True Value Fall Market, taking place Sept. 25–28 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. The company’s largest and most important buying event of the year will bring …
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Heavy Duty Duct Tape (SPONSORED) 3M™ Heavy Duty Duct Tape is essential for every toolbox. It features an improved adhesive for quick sealing, holding and repairing. Easy to apply, it tears by hand lengthwise or crosswise for versatility. Its smooth, …
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Improper fall protection was the most-cited OSHA violation in 2025. OSHA violations carry a financial penalty that the assessed company must pay. Last year, those penalties were $16,550 for each violation, as well as each day an employer fails to …
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Tractor Supply Company (TSC) announced a major, storewide expansion across its truck, tool and hardware categories, adding more than 30 SKIL tools and accessories to stores. The initial lineup includes a flip drill, circular saw, impact driver and stapler. An …
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The Home Depot continues to expand its presence in professional building materials distribution through SRS Distribution, which it acquired in 2024, using acquisitions to add regional operators and expand coverage. SRS Distribution announced it has acquired the commercial roofing division …
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Apex Tool Group, a manufacturer of professional hand and power tools, announced the appointment of Chris Keffer as chief executive officer and member of the board of directors. Keffer most recently served as president and CEO of STIHL Inc. and …
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Research from The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) suggests opportunities for independent retailers supplying materials for decking projects are evolving. Success now depends less on simple availability and more on how well retailers respond to a more deliberate and assurance-seeking …
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