by Lindsey Thompson | Sep 30, 2024 | Industry News
The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) Young Retailer of the Year program, now in its 28th year, identifies and promotes the next generation of aspiring independent home improvement retailers. Honorees are chosen based on a number of criteria,...
by Lindsey Thompson | Sep 30, 2024 | Industry News
Leaving Marco Island, Florida, a little more tan and hopefully a little wiser, attendees of the 2024 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) returned to their operations with insights into industry trends and practical ways to improve ROI on retail...
by Lindsey Thompson | Sep 27, 2024 | Industry News, Trends & Products
Houzz Inc., a platform for homebuilding, remodeling and design, released the 2024 U.S. Houzz Bathroom Trends Study. The survey of more than 1,200 respondents found that homeowners are increasingly prioritizing their personal needs during primary bathroom renovations....
by Lindsey Thompson | Sep 25, 2024 | Industry News
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Visa, claiming the company is monopolizing debit card transactions and penalizing industry participants that want to use alternative debit networks. Annually, Americans—including many who...
by Lindsey Thompson | Sep 24, 2024 | Industry News, Trends & Products
PPG announced its industrial coatings 2025 Color of the Year will be Purple Basil, a refreshingly bold yet soothing dusty violet hue that represents adaptability in times of change. The shade is part of PPG’s 2025 “Kinetic” global color theme, which includes four...
