A recent study by the The NPD Group found that the amount of money consumers are spending on each shopping trip or occasion is increasing, but the amount of times they are shopping overall is decreasing. When the pandemic first …
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Meet the 2021 Top Guns—three high-achieving and innovative retailers. For 14 years, The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has recognized retailers who are strategically leading their operations and making investments in their teams through the Top Guns awards. …
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After a seismic year in home improvement retail, understanding how your performance compares to industry peers is more important than ever. The North American Hardware and Paint Association‘s 2021 Cost of Doing Business Study is now available. The study has …
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As we look toward the end of 2021, major paint manufacturers are gearing up to market their 2022 color of the year selections. By exploring the trends each color exemplifies, you can help customers choose paint colors with confidence and …
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Glidden® paint by PPG has announced Guacamole will be its 2022 Color of the Year. The spirited yet soothing color brings organic energy to spaces in homes. A Harris Poll conducted a poll on behalf of Glidden paint by PPG …
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PPG introduced its 2022 Color of the Year: Olive Sprig, an elegant, grounded, versatile and high-adaptable grey-green. This color represents regrowth in a post-pandemic world, mimicking nature’s resiliency. Olive Sprig is an enticing, relaxed green that emulates feelings of soothing …
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Preparations for one of the industry’s largest international lawn and garden fairs—spoga+gafa—are underway for the 2022 event. A little less than ten months before the start of next year’s event, it is already becoming apparent how significant the largest garden …
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The holidays are just around the corner, and many retailers are already anticipating what this year’s holiday shopping season will hold with COVID still playing a role in consumer spending. Three companies released holiday spending forecasts and fortunately, the news …
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