According to new research from Schneider Electric, while 62% of Americans know their electrical panel’s location, 22% are unsure of its function. 42% of respondents to this Schneider Electric survey also believe smart home devices offer an easy way to …
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Tackling a category reset can be a daunting challenge, but is often necessary to keep your store fresh and customers satisfied. With the right partner and planning, however, a reset can transform the product offering and the customers’ experience. Learn …
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Building an effective employee training program is integral for the success of your business and expanding your team without one can cause more harm than good. At Southside Lumber & Design Center, located in Herrin, Illinois, manager David Gamble is …
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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 …
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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 …
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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, …
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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 …
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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 …
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