In 2020, the United States saw a 71% increase in domestic bombings, with the U.S. Bomb Data Center Explosives Incidents Report stating that over 12,000 bombing incidents occurred that year alone. With the steady rise in bombing threats, it is …

Choosing 12 shades that evoke comfort, safety and joy, Valspar has announced its 2023 Colors of the Year. The palette strives to inspire consumers with new colors that anyone can envision in their home.  Valspar color experts have thoughtfully matched …

Domestic terrorism is a growing threat in the U.S., and many of the components to make bombs can be purchased in local hardware stores. To educate and inform retailers and the public, the Department of Homeland Security will be hosting …

For the fourth installment of Renee on the Road, staff members from the North American Hardware and Paint Association toured Ohio home improvement retailers and a paintbrush manufacturer. Joining retail engagement specialist Renee Changnon on this trip were associate editor …

After two years without meeting together in person, the 2022 Eisenwarenmesse International Hardware Fair is back, bringing innovations and trends in the hard goods industry. From Sept. 25-28, over 2,000 suppliers from over 40 countries will showcase their innovations, including …

Going beyond just plants and flowers, gardens have gone to the animals with wildlife gardens. These gardens are specially designed to attract animals, birds and bugs and provide food and shelter for wildlife. They are a great way to help …

In the August 2022 edition of Hardware Retailing, retailers were introduced to three different technologies that can improve employee efficiency and customer service. One of those retailers, Adam Gunnett from Busy Beaver Hardware, shared about the operation’s autonomous robot. Below, …

Kitchen and bathroom remodels come with a plethora of decisions to make. From cabinets to floors to counters to appliances, the decisions can seem endless. Once your customers choose the perfect style and color of cabinet hardware, the decision-making continues; …