by Jacob Musselman | Jun 1, 2026 | Operational Insights
Provided by the Home Improvement Research Institute Paint applicators are a performance decision for DIYers and a repeat purchase decision for pros. Retailers that merchandise for both can turn a routine category into a strategic advantage. DIY: Fewer Projects, Higher...
by Annie Dameworth | May 20, 2026 | Industry News
The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) recently released its Canadian Size of the Home Improvement Products Market Forecast for April 2026, detailing estimates and forecasts of the market for home improvement products in Canada. HIRI outlook for April affirms...
by Annie Dameworth | Feb 26, 2026 | Industry News
The home improvement products market is predicted to grow in the next few years, despite continued financial strain and cautious consumer confidence. According to the Home Improvement Research Institute’s U.S. Size of the Home Improvement Products Market study, the...
by Jacob Musselman | Feb 1, 2026 | Operational Insights
Interior painting doesn’t just refresh walls, it reveals broader home improvement intentions and decision-making patterns. According to the Home Improvement Research Institute’s 2025 Project Decision Study, which surveyed primary homeowners who spent at least $5,000...
by Jacob Musselman | Dec 16, 2025 | Industry News
Independent retailers come into 2026 with a cooling renovation market, a cost-sensitive customer with a shift toward DIY. Dave King, executive director of the Home Improvement Research Institute, says those pressures hit independent retailers differently than big-box...
