New home sales improved in August, but the broader new-home market is still experiencing weakness, according to the National Association of Home Builders. Elevated mortgage rates and ongoing affordability challenges continue to constrain demand, with new home sales remaining below …
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Lowe’s recently announced the launch of drone delivery, the newest fulfillment method for the retailer that delivers select home improvement items directly to DIY and Pro customers in as fast as 20 minutes. This pilot is now live at Lowe’s …
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ABC Supply has announced the opening of 2 new locations in Mississippi and Texas. Hattiesburg, Mississippi: Located at 1744 Evelyn Gandy Parkway and open 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. (CT) Monday through Friday. Branch Manager Ryan Yared joined ABC Supply …
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Westlake Royal Building Products recently announced an expanded distribution agreement with BlueLinx, one of North America’s leading building products distributors. Through the long-standing partnership, Westlake Royal will serve as BlueLinx’s sole PVC trim supplier, distributing Kleer® PVC Trim across its network …
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California Paints has announced its 2027 Color of the Year: Quiet Peace, a deep, moody blue that evokes tranquility and calm at a time when homeowners and consumers are seeking it out more than ever before. Quiet Peace is a …
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Do it Best Group and Trex Company have announced a strategic relationship aimed at strengthening the outdoor living category for Do it Best members and True Value retailers nationwide. The agreement gives retailers access to Trex products through the co-op’s …
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PPG recently announced that Alex Lopez, currently PPG director, investor relations, has been appointed PPG vice president, investor relations and operational finance, effective Oct. 1. Lopez will continue to report to Jamie Beggs, PPG senior vice president and chief financial …
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Consumer spending on Halloween is expected to reach $13.5 billion this year, according to the National Retail Federation’s annual consumer survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics. The figure maintains the strong spending level of last year’s record $13.1 billion …
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