Even though we touch them every day, most of us don’t pay much attention to the hardware on our cabinets and drawers. However, cabinet hardware can make a big impression in a room, adding color, interest and functionality to kitchens, …
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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released its latest Producer Price Index (PPI) report, which found that the price of goods used in residential construction, minus energy, jumped 1.4 percent in March. The increase comes after the cost of construction …
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From bee houses to paint strippers, the 56th Retailers’ Choice Awards honored 32 new products as part of the National Hardware Show and NHPA All-Industry Conference. Six independent home improvement retailers made up the judging panel for the 2022 Retailers’ Choice Awards, …
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For the past 56 years, the Retailers’ Choice Awards have brought insights from independent retailers on the best products on display at the National Hardware Show. The Retailers’ Choice Awards differ from most award programs in that they rely on …
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According to the 2021-2022 National Pet Owners Survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association (APPA), 70 percent of U.S. households own a pet. Additionally, according to the Insurance Research Council’s October 2020 report, Consumer Responses to the Pandemic and …
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From canning to creating crafts and decor, mason jars are a hot product for many home improvement retailers. During the pandemic, many people turned to at-home craft projects that used mason jars and they became so popular many retailers couldn’t …
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There are numerous niche categories to invest in to differentiate your business or fill a need in your community. Automotive is one such category that can bring your operation closer to being a one-stop shop and enhance your ability to …
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With a 7,000-square-foot showroom dedicated to outdoor living products, Seashore Ace Home & Outdoor Living is a go-to store for outdoor furniture, accessories, grills and more. Located on the Jersey Shore in the small borough of Stone Harbor, New Jersey, …
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