The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) recently released the Generational Differences in Home Improvement Activity report, detailing data about behaviors, insights and preferences homeowners in different generations experience. The report discusses the advancements smart home and energy efficient products have …
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Bold and Neutral Shades for Kitchen Cabinets
With kitchen remodeling and redesign remaining a popular trend in recent years, adding color to kitchen cabinets is a desired choice for many homeowners. According to Benjamin Moore’s Color Trends 2025 collection, dark colors that provide striking contrast, bold statement …
Read More »5 Home Maintenance Products for Homeowners in 2025
According to The Farnsworth Group’s 2024 Homeowner Activity Tracker, 51% of homeowners completed a home project in Q3 2024. Out of these projects, 82% were focused on home maintenance. Hardware Retailing recommends stocking products in these three categories to cater …
Read More »5 Products for a Spring Garden
The 2024 State of the Industry Report published by Garden Center cites the rise of sales in annuals and perennials, with independent garden centers (IGCs) reporting perennial sales growth increasing from 17% to 24% in 2024. Hardware Retailing suggests stocking …
Read More »Products for the Millennial Homeowner
The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) recently released the Generational Differences in Home Improvement Activity report, detailing data about behaviors, insights and preferences homeowners in different generations experience. Among the data provided in the study, HIRI reports Millennials are more …
Read More »Can’t-Miss Home Design Trends for 2025
For homeowners looking to upgrade and revamp their spaces, a new year brings opportunity for a clean slate and fresh ideas. Houzz recently highlighted 34 design trends that are expected to stand out in 2025. Hardware Retailing chose products in …
Read More »Service Strategies: 3 Tips To Improve Customer Experience
In an age of retail where consumers have countless choices on where to spend their money, building brand loyalty is an aspect of your business to take seriously in 2025. According to the Qualtrics 2025 Consumer Trends Report, 53% of …
Read More »5 Products for Peaceful and Practical Outdoor Living Spaces
spoga+gafa, the world’s largest garden and barbecue trade fair, recently announced “Design Gardens” as its theme for the 2025 show. The show will focus on highlighting product and design trends that reflect the theme. Pillars representing the theme include open …
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