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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3 Holiday Accessories to Stock This Season
It’s the holiday season and decor shopping is in full swing for consumers. According to a survey conducted by National Tree Company, a major private wholesaler of artificial Christmas trees, 35% of customers plan to purchase a new artificial Christmas …
Read More »Building More: How A Small-Town Store Transformed into a Housewares Destination
When the Bowman family took over Prickly Pear Farm & Home in the small town of Kinsley, Kansas, in 2022, Ellie Bowman, the current owner and manager, and her family knew changes had to be made after seeing how the …
Read More »4 Robotic Mowers to Bring Your Customers Into the Future
Battery-powered lawn mowers are gaining popularity as many consumers are looking to make the switch to a more eco-friendly and low-maintenance alternative to outdoor power tools. One aspect of battery-powered tools that many consumers haven’t heard about yet is robotic …
Read More »4 Head Protection Products to Stock to Improve Workplace Safety
The lack of understanding and training surrounding head protection is dangerous and could potentially cost your business thousands of dollars, according to a new study conducted by J.J. Keller and the International Safety Equipment Association. The Bureau of Labor Statistics …
Read More »5 Must-Have Outdoor Furniture Picks for Every Porch
In 2023, 67.7% of the roughly 950,000 single-family homes built included porches, up 1.3% from 2022, according to data compiled by the National Association of Home Builders’ Survey of Construction report. As more and more customers are building porches in …
Read More »4 Bathroom Tiles to Keep Your Customers On-Trend
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 …
Read More »How Smart Home Spending Links Key Departments
By the Home Improvement Research Institute It’s time to focus on how smart home, HVAC and electrical systems work together in the retail space. The Home Improvement Research Institute’s (HIRI) Project Decision Study reveals that under the broad project umbrella …
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