More than a hobby for many of Cornell’s True Value Hardware’s customers, canning is a lifestyle, a cultural tradition and a bonding opportunity for family and friends. Cornell’s is located in the New York City suburb of Eastchester, New York, …

While many retailers were already selling online before the pandemic, the stay-at-home orders pushed others to launch e-commerce websites quickly to still sell products and connect with customers during the shut-down. While your store’s website may be the first place you …

Canning has seen a boom in popularity and retailers can take advantage by adding canning products to their housewares department or boosting an already existing canning niche. In the July 2021 issue of Hardware Retailing, Cornell’s True Value Hardware shared …

Aviation Snips (sponsored product) Take on tough, relentless cuts with Fiskars® Pro aviation snips featuring PowerGear® technology, which gives you over 40 percent more power, especially during the most difficult part of the cut. Advanced gear mechanics prevent overextension without sacrificing …

Grilling season is in full swing and the perfect time to market not only barbecue grills and smokers, but also all the accessories that help grill masters cook at the top of their game. As you merchandise grills, be sure …

Homeowners don’t have to sacrifice their nice lawn just because they have pets. While dogs and cats can wreak havoc on outdoor spaces, there are several ways homeowners can make their exteriors more pet-friendly and still beautiful. You can help …

It goes without saying that marketing and advertising are immensely important for your business to bring in new customers and engage with current ones. But, if you’re an independent home improvement retailer, most likely marketing is not your only or …

Bliffert Lumber & Hardware announced that it has hired Stelios Fakiroglou as the company’s commercial architectural consultant and outside sales. Fakiroglou brings more than 30 years of experience helping architectural and contracting firms successfully design and install fenestration products, which …