Michael Radice, owner of Greenwood Hardware & Glass in Seattle, Wash., shares his secrets for taking full advantage of his small salesfloor. Inspired by other retailers outside the industry, Radice’s unique perspective is an inspiration to any retailer challenged by ... Read More »
Patti Christie of Hood’s Do it Best in Wyandotte, Mich., explains how the store’s gift department helps increase sales and foot traffic during the winter months. The store sells unique gift items and is also one of the biggest single-store ... Read More »
When people think of a traditional hardware store, they may not think fishing poles and sunglasses, but it’s those very niches that drive and retain patrons at Titusville Ace Hardware in Titusville, Fla. Hear Bill Pastmerack, owner and Dale Bertels, ... Read More »
This report outlines the implications for the retail hardware/home improvement industry that come from a 2002 merchandising study by the Russell R. Mueller Retail Hardware Research Foundation. It builds on a 1989 baseline merchandising study which established industry benchmarks for merchandising techniques. Click here to view the ... Read More »
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