by Jacob Musselman | Jun 1, 2026 | Operational Insights
Examining how fellow independent home improvement operations perform throughout the year gives retailers in the channel a benchmark for improving their own operations. Since 2022, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has partnered with The...
by Jacob Musselman | May 20, 2026 | Trends & Products
Painter’s Tape (SPONSORED) ScotchBlue™ PROSharp™ Painter’s Tape provides the sharpest paint lines yet, thanks to Edge-Lock™+ technology. Designed to handle both indoor and outdoor projects, it provides two times better hold than the original Edge-Lock™ technology,...
by Jacob Musselman | May 20, 2026 | Industry News, Trends & Products
For the past 60 years, the Retailers’ Choice Awards, presented by the North American Hardware and Paint Association, have highlighted the best products on display during the Spring show season. The Retailers’ Choice Awards differ from most award programs as the...
by Jacob Musselman | May 6, 2026 | Industry News
The American Coatings Association (ACA) recently presented John Vanderpool, senior vice president of True Value Manufacturing and General Paint Manufacturing, with its Industry Achievement Award. Vanderpool received this honor during the ACA’s Industry Awards...
by Jacob Musselman | Apr 15, 2026 | Industry News
Peel and Stick Popcorn Ceiling Repair Patch (SPONSORED) Popcorn ceiling repair just got easier. The Peel and Stick Popcorn Ceiling Repair Patch from Hyde Tools has everything you need for minor repairs. The all-in-one kit features multiple patch sizes and a...
