The National Hardware Show (NHS) is just around the corner. With over 1,000 vendors and countless opportunities to network with other industry professionals, NHS is an abundance of opportunity for independent home improvement retailers. As you begin to travel to …
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The U.S. housing market is currently facing a home shortage despite notable progress in new home construction in 2024, according to a Realtor.com analysis. The report states 1.6 million expected Gen Z and millennial households did not form last year …
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Westlake Ace Hardware announced the agreement to acquire Chicago-based Edgebrook Ace Hardware, a family-owned retailer. The store will keep the Ace branding and most of its current products and personnel. The acquisition of the 8,700 square-foot store will be completed …
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Coverings, the premier international tile and stone show, announced new and returning programs and activations for its 2025 event, which runs from April 29 to May 2, 2025 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida Coverings 2025 will feature …
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Sika announced the acquisition of HPS North America, Inc., a building finishing materials supplier. HPS distributes Schönox branded products manufactured in Germany in the U.S. market. “With the integration of the HPS business into our US organization, we will be …
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Costello’s Ace Hardware recently announced its acquisition of Delta Lumber in Whiteford, Maryland. Costello’s will rebrand the business as Delta Lumber Ace Hardware following the acquisition. “With this transition, I am confident that Delta Lumber is in great hands with Costello’s …
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The Home Depot and Lowe’s recently launched their respective AI tools to provide personalized assistance in home improvement projects. Home Depot’s “Magic Apron” Home Depot is launching its suite of generative AI tools, named Magic Apron. The tools will help …
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US LBM recently announced the acquisition of Beach Window and Door in Calabash, North Carolina. The founders of Beach Window and Door, Harvey Sutton and David McPherson, will continue to run day-to-day operations at the store. “We’re excited to partner …
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