Power surges can cause electrical problems and permanent damage to the broad array of electronics people use in their homes, says the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI). U.S. electrical wiring best practices are changing, and built-in surge protectors are an increasing …

Offering a standout in-store customer experience is a rapidly evolving competition between independent retailers and national or global chains. That experience is also stacked against the convenience of online retailers. But what should differentiation, especially for small businesses, look like? …

Ace Hardware Corp. and Benjamin Moore have announced an expanded relationship that will make Benjamin Moore paints more widely available to DIY customers through locally owned Ace Hardware stores. The co-op has named the paint manufacturer its preferred paint supplier …

Are you a home improvement retailer and a military veteran? Do you have employees who have served in the armed forces? If so, Hardware Retailing would like to honor you and your staff members through an online gallery of military photos. …

Snacking isn’t just associated with junk food, and snack foods that contribute to better health are expected to continue growing in popularity. Key wellness-related reasons for eating snack foods include the “Nutritious/health benefit,” a “Healthy start to the day” and …

Jonathan Gold, a trade expert for the National Retail Federation, answered questions from Hardware Retailing about the effects of recent Chinese tariffs. He provides insight into new 25 percent trade duties levied on hundreds of billions of dollars in Chinese …

The July issue of Hardware Retailing magazine shares highlights from three industry news stories. Click the headlines below to view the full version of each article. Ace Hardware Expanding Texas Distribution Center Home Depot, Lowe’s Report Sales Growth Do it Best …

Ace Hardware Corp. announced plans to open new Ace Hardware stores in 11 former Orchard Supply Hardware locations in California. “Ace is delighted to fulfill a need by bringing back the local, neighborhood hardware store in 11 California communities,” says …