In an effort to better serve millennials, The Home Depot has created the Homeowners Hub. The online destination will provide DIY guides, product recommendations and design inspiration, catering to millennials’ struggles with home improvement projects. According to research done by …
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Big-Box Financials Released for Q2 2023
Several big-box retailers have released their financial data for the second quarter of 2023, reflecting downward trends in sales for some operations and a positive quarter for others. For a quarter-to-quarter comparison, see how these same retailers performed in Q1 …
Read More »PPG Names Limitless as 2024 Color of the Year
PPG announced GLIDDEN® paint by PPG’s 2024 Color of the Year: Limitless (PPG1091-3), a fresh warm hue that holds both the power of a primary color and the essence of a neutral. Subdued, sophisticated and calming, Limitless reflects a shift …
Read More »Dutch Boy Paints Announces 2024 Color Trend Forecast
Dutch Boy® Paints unveiled its 2024 One-Coat Color of the Year: Ironside, a deep olive shade with dark undertones that creates a level of comfortable sophistication. “Creating a space for wellness should be a driving factor in everyday life,” says Ashley Banbury, NCIDQ and …
Read More »Where Retailers Want to Put Their Tech Dollars
Total Retail, which provides retail executives with the latest news and analysis on the retail industry, conducted a survey of its audience to gain insights into how companies are using technology and how they plan to allocate future technology spending …
Read More »What Twitter’s Rebrand to X Means for Social Media Marketing
In the world of social media platforms, one popular channel has undergone a rebrand and name change. Tesla CEO Elon Musk bought Twitter in 2022, and in 2023 he changed the company’s name to X Corp. and the social media …
Read More »2024 Color of the Year Roundup
Neutrals with a pop of color were the go-to colors for 2023, but as we look toward 2024, many major paint manufacturers are opting for calming colors that work in any space inside or out. By exploring the trends each …
Read More »Valspar Takes a Simple Approach for 2024 Color of the Year
Paint and coatings brand, Valspar® is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its Color of the Year line by announcing the 2024 Color of the Year as Renew Blue. This color offers a balanced blue with a touch of grayed sea-green …
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