Another remarkable year for the home improvement industry is complete, and while at this point last year many retailers couldn’t fathom breaking the records 2020 brought, 2021 was a banner year, again. The annual Market Measure report highlights the growth …
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Provided By Michael McLarney, Managing Director, Hardlines, NHPA Canada As the economy opens up and consumers begin spending money on travel and other sectors, Canadian retailers have a wait-and-see attitude to determine whether spending will detract from home improvement sales. …
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For the past 55 years, the Retailers’ Choice Awards have brought insights from independent retailers on the best products on display at the National Hardware Show. The awards, presented by the North American Hardware and Paint Association during the show …
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Creating outdoor living spaces became a priority for many homeowners in the last two years. As a result, the construction industry saw a boost in requests for decks, porches and patios. The higher demand for decks combined with soaring lumber …
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Each year, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) works to add new programs, services and partnerships to better serve independent retailers. Read how the association can help you with the resources below—and click here for more information and …
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This DIY mason jar organizer project fulfills both function and form, giving homeowners a beautiful storage option that works in any room in the house or garage. The organizer is made from materials most home improvement stores carry, making it …
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Despite supply chain challenges and labor shortages, retailers are coming off another unusual, but strong, holiday shopping season. Analysts predict 2022 will be another solid year for retailers, even with an expected decline in growth. For more insights into 2022, …
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When customers of Alger Hardware and Rental are craving a frozen treat, they can stop in at Heights Cream, which opened inside the store in August 2020 and serves hard and soft serve ice cream. The shop occupies just 200 …
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