With flu season approaching, the pandemic resurging and wildfires raging in the west, air purification systems for homes, offices and schools are in high demand this fall, even leading to shipping delays from manufactures who are struggling to keep up …
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National Hardware Virtual Show Remains Open
If you missed the National Hardware Virtual Show last week, don’t fret. With over 106,000 profile views and 1,250 scheduled meetings, the event is a clear industry connection point. The Virtual Show platform will remain open to keep the momentum …
Read More »Third-Party Sales Surge During Amazon Prime Day
Amazon says small and medium-size businesses were the big winners during the company’s 2020 Prime Day event, traditionally one of the biggest online shopping days of the year. Third-party sellers on Amazon, which include many small enterprises, surpassed $3.5 billion …
Read More »5 Grip Assistants That Add Comfort
Grip assistants come in handy for DIYers and pros alike. Whether it’s to reduce hand fatigue during extended paint jobs, or to relieve stress on hands and wrists that may have mobility issues due to injury or arthritis, painting accessories …
Read More »Faucets that Pop
The use of mixed materials in home design has been trending for the last few years, and this year is no different, especially with consumers spending more time at home and more money on updating their spaces. The trend includes …
Read More »Benjamin Moore Selects 2021 Color of the Year
Paint manufacturer Benjamin Moore has selected Aegean Teal 2136-40 as its 2021 color of the year. The company says the blue-green hue integrates well with its Color Trends 2021 portfolio, which includes 11 other color options. “Amid uncertainty, people yearn …
Read More »Reaching New Heights With Step Stools and Ladders
In 2018, the ladder market was valued at $3.93 billion and is projected to hit $5.02 billion by 2025, according to the Global Ladder Market research report that was released in 2019 by 360 Market Updates. For retailers, a well-developed …
Read More »Spa-Level Products for Pet Wellness
Everyone loves their pets and spending trends continue to prove it. According to the American Pet Products Association, the total U.S. Pet industry expenditures are estimated to be $99 billion for 2020. That’s a nearly $3 billion increase over 2019 …
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