by Olivia Shroyer | Jun 2, 2021 | Operational Insights
Shafer’s Ace Hardware in Eureka, California, has a colorful mural that spans an exterior wall of its building and catches the eyes of passersby. The city of Eureka hosts an art festival every year and chooses an area of the community to improve as part of the event....
by Olivia Shroyer | Jun 2, 2021 | Industry News
After a year of record sales and renewed interest in the home improvement channel, take a moment to review some of the latest industry data to better understand your DIY and pro customers. The Farnsworth Group has released new research into how COVID-19, vaccination...
by Olivia Shroyer | Jun 2, 2021 | Trends & Products
Cabinet Grain Filler Aqua Coat | aquacoat.com or 877-886-2422 Aqua Coat White Cabinet Grain Filler is a white gel used to fill pores and grains of wood surfaces. The grain filler seals the grains and pores of the wood, minimizing the absorption of the primer and paint...
by Olivia Shroyer | Jun 1, 2021 | Industry News
Home improvement industry pioneer and former Hardware Retailing editor Bob Vereen has died at age 96. He spent his professional life covering the home improvement channel, visiting countless home improvement stores and sharing his findings through numerous articles...
by Olivia Shroyer | May 27, 2021 | Industry News
New insight from the Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) is shedding light on how homeowners are completing home improvement projects. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, first-quarter 2021 sales for paint, decorating and wallpaper stores (NAICS 44412) rose...
