On April 5, United Hardware shareholders overwhelmingly voted in favor of the previously announced merger with Do it Best. According to the co-ops, the merger will enhance efficiency, add buying power and drive store growth for previous United Hardware dealers …
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The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) has a positive outlook on the kitchen and bath industry for 2024. Split into four primary industry segments, the NKBA/John Burns Kitchen & Bath Market Index (KMBI) covers design, building and construction, manufacturing …
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In light of True Value launching its first new brand campaign in a decade, Hardware Retailing sat down with Jake Kalnitz, True Value senior vice president, chief merchandising officer, for an exclusive look into the new Hardware Hero campaign. The …
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Do it Best will host this year’s Spring Open Buying Day on April 24 at its world headquarters in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The company aims to expand the range of products from domestic and international vendors for its member-owners. Qualified …
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While the supply chain woes seen during the pandemic have mostly worked themselves out, pricing will always be a priority for independent home improvement retailers. Often, however, pricing strategies in place for other industries don’t fit the needs of the …
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THIS PAST YEAR, Wilson’s Home Hardware Building Centre in Barrington Passage, Nova Scotia, was honored with the Home Hardware Walter J. Hachborn Store of the Year Award, selected out of over 1,000 stores across Canada. Mike Wilson is the dealer-owner …
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Rust-Oleum has expanded its distribution capabilities with its center in Riverside, California, fulfilling products specifically tailored for roof restoration projects. This is the latest addition to the network of roofing product distribution centers, which includes the centers in San Antonio, Texas, …
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