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Independent home improvement retailers have a natural competitive advantage against the big boxes –they are independent. This locality allows hometown hardware stores to differentiate their product mix through the incorporation of products from local vendors, something big boxes don’t normally do. The February …

To download a PDF of this story click here and to download the Housewares Selling Guide visit hardwareretailing.com/housewares-localgoods.  By Sara Logel, slogel@nrha.org and Renee Changnon, rchangnon@nrha.org For many home improvement retailers, the housewares department is a great place to showcase new and exciting products, bring color …

Worldwide demand for power tools is expected to surpass $32.9 billion in 2018, according to The Freedonia Group’s World Power Tools study. The 4.8 percent forecasted growth is an improvement from the gains recorded between 2008 and 2013, a report about …

Keep cords and cables organized and tangle-free. The Recoil Automatic Cord Winder is a retractable cord organizer designed to automatically wind and store cords. The spring-loaded technology offers the fastest way to manage and organize electronic cords. It is available …

Displaying unique food and glass bottles of soda pop near the checkout counter has customers coming back for treats at Capac Hardware in Capac, Michigan. The Do it Best store bought more than 700 bottles of carbonated drinks through a company …

Over time, wood loses its natural beauty from exposure to sunlight, dirt buildup and cleaning with abrasive chemicals. Goddard’s Cabinet Makers Wax can be used on wood cabinetry, furniture, paneling, doors, trim and more. The low-odor polish conditions and revitalizes, …

There is a new way to keep airborne dust at bay during construction. The BuildClean™ Dust Control System helps ensure homeowner livability and satisfaction during a remodel. It provides continuous and highly effective air filtration, capturing many types of dust …