The North American Retail Hardware Association (NRHA) is looking for retailers who value fresh, pertinent research on best practices and trends in the home improvement retail sector. If you fit this description, join our Retailer Research Panel. Read the instructions below …
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What inside event has intricate water features, a spacious tree house, decadent chocolate and fudge along with a three-level, fully decorated house? The Indianapolis Home Show, of course! Hardware Retailing editors visited the Indianapolis Home Show to check out the …
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As the shop local movement continues to gain momentum in towns and cities across America, the emphasis is being placed on small local businesses. However, a majority of these small businesses source their products from different countries or from manufacturers …
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Touchless faucets and automatic flush toilets are present in many restaurants, rest stops and malls across the country. The products are also making their way into homes as manufacturers create models that look trendy in kitchens and bathrooms. A panel …
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Paint, plywood, drill bits and duct tape are stylish to wear this year, if you hadn’t heard. Los Angeles clothing designer Scott Sternberg looked to hardware stores for inspiration for a 2015 men’s clothing collection, according to an article from Women’s …
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In the past, men and women had extremely different shopping patterns and behaviors, leading to the coining of the term “mansumer” in 2012. However, as the omnichannel shopping experience has become easier, the shopping behaviors of men and women are …
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For home fashion, expect 2015 to bring in natural and subtle colors and textures integrated with a modern ambiance. That’s according to home improvement and real estate information company Zillow Digs, which recently recommended five home design trends to keep an eye out for in …
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When customers are in the market to upgrade household plumbing products, many of them hope to reduce their water bills long term. As more products are made with water conservation in mind, retailers can lead inquiring customers to products that …
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