Often functioning as storage spaces, garages can quickly fill up with outdoor tools, seasonal items, bikes, storage bins and more, leaving homeowners overwhelmed if no organization is in place. Stock these garage cleanup products on your shelves to help customers …
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Pet products, although not traditional hardware items, are a smart category to stock to secure sales and establish your store as a pet care destination. From stain treatment to pet toys, Hardware Retailing recommends these four pet products to keep …
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The U.S. has already seen a swath of severe weather across the country this summer, from tornados to floods to wildfires. Keep your customers storm-ready with these four products. The Midland Portable Weather Radio is the perfect radio to use …
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Smart home technology is becoming a standard part of many home renovations and new home builds. The smart home market is projected to grow from $180.12 billion in 2026 to $848.47 billion by 2034, according to research from Fortune Business …
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According to the 2026 U.S. Houzz and Home Study from Houzz, Gen Z homeowners now account for 0.5% of renovators and are significantly more likely to renovate following a recent home purchase (63%) compared with Millennials (31%), Gen X (19%) …
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According to the Home Improvement Research Institute’s 2025 Annual Report on U.S. Homeowner Project Activity, of the homeowners who completed a home project in 2025, maintenance projects were completed the most, with 93% of Gen Z homeowners, 80% of Millennials, …
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While it may not be a core category for most home improvement operations, housewares can address customers’ daily needs and comforts and fill a hole in the local market. A cooking small appliance section in particular is an excellent category …
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Adding barbecue rubs and sauces to your grilling section helps to round out the category and encourages impulse purchases from customers who are already shopping for outdoor cooking equipment. As the summer months approach and customers move outdoors for grilling …
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