According to a recent article in Consumer Reports (CR), home air purifiers can filter indoor allergens and pollutants that can build up in a home at a much higher rate than outdoors. Currently, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and …
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According to a recent survey from the Home Improvement Research Institute, 44 percent of appliance purchases went to big-box stores when they were in the market for a new large appliance. While those sales represent a significant segment of the …
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Monitoring market trends in consumer sentiment, home improvement rates and construction figures can help you anticipate emerging opportunities for your business. Use the tables below to get a deeper understanding of a few of the forces affecting independent home improvement. …
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The National Hardware Show recently launched the PPE Market as part of NHS Connects, a new digital platform. The new market is a dedicated matchmaking program specifically for retailers and distributors in need of personal protective equipment (PPE). The program …
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While under quarantine, people have found creative ways to socialize. One way is tailgating in empty parking lots and parks where families and friends stay in or near their vehicles, safely social distancing while chatting, cooking and enjoying music. Because …
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When it comes to backyards and decks, most people want private spaces with room for socializing. As the COVID-19 crisis continues, homeowners are seeing new potential for their backyard spaces to serve as spots of safety and comfort. Here are …
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With the increase of online shopping and home deliveries, package theft is on the rise with nearly 4 out of 10 people reporting they’ve had packages stolen. Boxes and envelopes waiting on front porches and stoops make easy targets for …
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Until recently, motorized window shades were relegated to high-end homes, but now more affordable options have come on the market. Within the smart blinds category, there are two prominent options: customizable smart blinds and motorized units that can be added …
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