Color plays an important role in driving traffic to your paint department. Use the following steps to boost sales and encourage customers to try something new. Create the space. Retailers who have been successful in selling paint have created paint …

True Value Hardware Co. recently announced its intentions for a yearlong celebration of its 75th anniversary. Founded in 1948 by John Cotter with 25 member stores, the business now serves over 4,500 independent retail hardware stores under a globally recognized …

Designer Wallpaper Typical folklore patterns are reinterpreted into a contemporary look with branches and pomegranates printed on precious Indian silk with Armani/Casa’s Bayadère wallpaper. The sharp edges and the contrasting colors define shapes and highlight the liveliness of the design. …

Cyber attacks put individuals and companies at risk and threaten the financial security of businesses and the economy. According to Statista, nearly a quarter of the companies that have experienced a cyberattack have lost between $50,000–$99,999. Among the surveyed companies, …

While you may understand the importance of adding technology to your operation to become more efficient and profitable, knowing where to start implementing new technologies can be intimidating. Eric Hassett, owner of Hassett Hardware, which has five stores in the …

Investing in categories that are consistent traffic-drivers, like fasteners, can lead to more satisfied and loyal customers and increased sales. Offering a specialized selection of products and providing purchasing flexibility plus high-quality customer service are some of the strategies that …

Cordless Press Jaws Milwaukee’s RLS® ACR Press Jaws are part of the M18™ FORCE LOGIC™ line of press solutions with the RLS fitting system. These press jaws enable up to 60% faster connections while eliminating the need for nitrogen purges, …

First Insight and Wharton Baker Retailing Center found that consumers are willing to pay for more sustainable goods, surprising many retail executives. The report revealed that a knowledge gap exists between what consumers actually want and what retailers presume they …