Next month, the North American Retail Hardware Association’s (NRHA) All-Industry Conference will fill the Village Stage with cutting-edge panel discussions and celebrated keynote speakers. The conference is co-located with the National Hardware Show®, which will be held May 7-9 at …

Good news for home improvement retailers: according to an article from Hardware Retailing magazine, 81 percent of power tools are purchased in-store, not online. The article recommends retailers take advantage of this important statistic by offering customers opportunities to touch the …

Over time, wooden cutting boards and butcher blocks can pick up stains and odors. The food-safe Cutting Board Cleaner from Howard Products can remove odors from wooden surfaces and prepare those surfaces for block oil. Howard Products 805-227-1000 or howardproducts.com

Optimum plant growth requires the best balance of soil pH and nutrients for what is grown, but in the past, soil test kits have taken a considerable amount of time to give results, cutting into precious growing times. The Rapitest …

Boating season is fast approaching, and what better way to secure gear than with the Eagle Claws marine grade bungee cords? These cords include hooks with extra gripping power and adjustable-length, rot- and mildew-resistant marine cordage. Keeper 800-533-7372 or keeperproducts.com

Reduce static and environmental impact with the natural ingredient dryer sheets from Mrs. Meyer’s. Scents are created using natural essential oils, and come in six varieties, including Lavender, Lemon Verbena and Basil. Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day 877-865-1508 or www.mrsmeyers.com

Trademarked as the “Official Party Cup” (as well as the “Official Tailgating Cup” and the “Official Cup of Mardi Gras”), The Wyld Cup™ keeps drinks colder longer, while also reducing spillage. The cup is triple-insulated with an easy slide lid …

Extend the seasons on decks and patios with the ENER-G+ Hanging Infrared Heater from EBI Distribution. The heater is available in a variety of sizes to fit space requirements and comes with a 5000-hour infrared bulb and safety switch. EBI …