Residents and businesses in the state of Washington have a new option for recycling paint, with the PaintCare program now operating in that state as of April 1. PaintCare, a nonprofit organization created by the paint industry through the American …
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House-Hasson Breaks Company Records at January Dealer Market
Posting the highest sales numbers and largest growth in company history, House-Hasson broke several company records at its January 2021 dealer market. House-Hasson, which has been serving the industry for 120 years, hosted its January winter market virtually in a …
Read More »Pro and DIY Sentiments Remain Strong Ahead of Spring Sales
COVID-19 continues to have an enormous influence on the home improvement industry, affecting DIYers and professionals in unique ways. As part of its continuing COVID-19 Home Improvement Tracker, research firms The Farnsworth Group and the Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) …
Read More »Home Hardware Receives Top Fleet Employer of Distinction Award
Home Hardware Stores Ltd. has been named a Top Fleet Employer of Distinction by Trucking HR Canada. The program, now in its eighth year, distinguishes the best trucking and logistics industry workplaces across Canada. “Being honored by Trucking HR Canada …
Read More »NHPA Announces 2021 Young Retailer of the Year Honorees
The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) is proud to announce the 2021 Young Retailer of the Year honorees. Selected from a field of inspiring independent home improvement, paint and decorating retailers under the age of 35 across North …
Read More »Orgill Announces Next Evolution in Buying Events
With record sales increases in the home improvement industry showing no signs of slowing and retailers focused on helping their communities and running their operations, Orgill is releasing more details about the continued evolution of its buying events and how …
Read More »4 Residential Construction Trends Shaping the Industry
Understanding major residential construction trends in the U.S. can help your business anticipate pro and DIY needs. As rising material costs and home prices impact the market, take a look at new research compiled from the National Association of Home …
Read More »Blish-Mize Hosts Live Buying Market, Celebrates 150 Years
After more than a year of most events in the home improvement industry grinding to a halt, Kansas-based Blish-Mize Co. held a live, face-to-face market last week, welcoming retailers and vendors to the Overland Park Convention Center for its three-day …
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