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The summer season is underway, which means two things for home improvement retailers. First, the Home Improvement Research Institute’s (HIRI) latest Size of Market report, a biannual update providing five-year market forecasts for materials and products used in home improvement …

MEASURING THE PERFORMANCE of independent home improvement operations helps the entire channel understand how they compare to the industry at large. Since 2022, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA), in partnership with The Farnsworth Group, has fielded the …

Providing in-depth data on the retail home improvement industry in Canada, the Hardlines 2024 Retail Report offers a full analysis of the size and growth of the industry in 2023 and what to expect in 2024 and beyond.  Hardware Retailing …

Revolutionize your inventory with the latest battery-powered vacuums hitting the shelves. From robust cordless wet and dry vacuums to backpack vacuums, Hardware Retailing has gathered the newest products in the shop vacuums category to elevate your store’s offerings and keep …

Stocking pet accessories in your store is a great category to diversify your inventory. Attract pet lovers with these products that will help them care for and have fun with their four-legged friends. Odor Eliminators Every pet owner knows the …

Shake up your existing clothing department or dive into the category with these workwear products that offer innovative fabrics and practical features. Sun Hoodies While some may not think the words “sun” and “hoodie” go together in the same sentence, …

In the most recent Gallup survey about employee engagement, respondents report a decline in access to training, less connection to their organization’s mission and infrequent praise in the workplace. Since 2020, the amount of workers who say they know what’s …