Building Supplies

With repair and remodel activity continuing to drive demand, outdoor projects are becoming more frequent. Advances in technology are also making decking, fencing and railings more affordable. As homeowner interest increases in these kinds of projects, there is plenty of …

Nearly 9 in 10 homeowners opted for tile when upgrading their shower, according to the 2024 Houzz U.S. Bathroom Trends Survey. To help your customers stay on trend, Hardware Retailing has gathered four tiles that follow the Houzz bathroom trends …

When Dave Thompson purchased Main Street Ace Hardware from its former owner, Floyd Craft, he didn’t plan on making any changes to the Bowling Green, Ohio, store, which has been in its same location since 1987. But with every acquisition, …

At Lee’s Home Center in Millstadt, Illinois, building materials category evaluator Brayden Vogel identified a problem and is doing his part to fix it. Since starting at Lee’s Home Center in 2019, Vogel has seen a shift in the needs …

During its spring show, Coverings, North America’s largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference, shared ceramic tile trends for 2023. The trends were gathered and forecasted by the three leading international tile associations and sponsors of Coverings 2023—Ceramics of …

When it comes to flooring trends in 2023, homeowners are stepping out and incorporating bright colors, bold patterns and fun designs in their options. Check out some of these loud and proud options to help your customers bring an anything-but-neutral …

Laminate flooring has become easier for the DIYer to lay, including many peel-and-stick options and click-lock options. Even with the increased ease of use, DIYers still need certain tools to lay their floors. By stocking these tools, you become the …