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Building material spending is expected to boom in 2021 with single-family housing starts and home renovations catching up after delays caused by the pandemic in 2020. There is nothing like extra time at home to make homeowners rethink how their …

Adults already know the many benefits of gardening activities, from exercise and connections with nature to participation and control over food sources. But what some adults may not know is the additional benefits to children that time spent in the …

Last month, the National Hardware Show announced the event will take place Oct. 21-23 in Las Vegas. Event leader Beth Casson says the decision was made to ensure maximum safety for all involved. The Show is still expected to take …

Family Game Night Family game night has taken on an expanded role now that families are spending more time at home together or with others in their social bubbles. There are a variety of products retailers can offer to help …

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, a minimum of 25 percent of home energy costs come from poorly sealed windows and doors. Heat loss during colder months can result in uncomfortable rooms, increased strain on heating sources such as …

Daily tasks are becoming ever more interconnected as home products with built-in Bluetooth and wireless technology become standard. This connectivity is no longer limited to personal electronics or small appliances; large appliances, such as refrigerators and washing machines, are being …

The National Hardware Show has dedicated a new category and area of the Show floor to impulse products, called the Impulse Aisle. According to Brandon Gaille Small Business & Marketing Advice, over 90 percent of shoppers make occasional impulse purchases and …

Finding the right lighting options for a space can be tricky, especially in multi-purpose areas; while consumers may want bright, well-lit rooms for doing tasks, they don’t necessarily want harsh lighting disrupting relaxation time and interfering with the natural winding …