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Popular Projects for Recent Homebuyers

Popular DIY Projects

A recent study reveals what projects new homeowners are undertaking. The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) partnered with market research firm Decision Analyst for the 2020 Recent Home Buyer tracking report. Their goal was to learn more about new homeowners’ …

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Welcome Your NHPA Board of Directors

NHPA 2021 Board of Directors

The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) board of directors helps the association communicate and prioritize the needs of independent retailers like you. As a not-for-profit, NHPA is governed by a board of directors, which is made up of …

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Showcase Your Employees’ Training

Trainer's Corner

Through NHPA, independent home improvement retailers can train their employees on essential product knowledge so they are ready to provide the best customer service. Now, NHPA offers retailers a way to publicly recognize their employees’ proficiency with the new Certified …

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Stine Lumber Founder Dies at 102

stine lumber

Stine Lumber founder, Jackson William Stine, known to many as J.W., died at home surrounded by his family on Dec. 23, 2020 at the age of 102 in Sulphur, Louisiana. While World War I was still raging in Europe, Jackson …

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PPG Acquires Nordic Paint Manufacturer Tikkurila

PPG acquires Tikkurila

Paint manufacturer PPG has announced it will acquire Finland-based paint manufacturer Tikkurila. Headquartered in Vantaa, Finland, Tikkurila was established in 1862 and is a leading producer and distributor of decorative paint and coatings. It operates in 11 countries and employs …

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Now Streaming: 2020 Market Measure Webinar

2020 market measure report

Recently, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) hosted a webinar focused on the 2020 Market Measure report, the annual overview of the forces and factors affecting the home improvement marketplace. Sponsored by Epicor, the webinar gave independent home …

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Emery Jensen Renames Semiannual Trade Show

Emery Jensen Edge

Emery Jensen Distribution has announced the renaming of its semiannual trade show to Emery Jensen Edge. The new name will be officially unveiled at Emery Jensen’s next digital show, scheduled for Feb. 23-26. Emery Jensen Edge will feature top vendors, …

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Benjamin Moore Acquires Shaw Paints

2021 color of the year

Benjamin Moore & Co. announced it will acquire its U.K. distribution partner, Shaw Paints Ltd. Effective immediately, Shaw Paints co-founders, Craig and Helen Shaw, will join the Benjamin Moore team and remain based in the U.K. Shaw Paints will become …

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