Although, according to House Beautiful, wallpaper is on trend for 2020 with bold floral and geometric patterns being used as statement pieces on ceilings and in bathrooms, decorative wallcoverings are not for everyone. Even once loved wallpaper can quickly become …
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Under the Energy Independence and Security Act, new energy efficiency standards of light bulbs went into effect in January. Incandescent bulbs are officially out and Light Emitting Diode (LED) lights are in. Organic Light Emitting Diodes (OLED) were thought to …
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In recent years, technology for power tools has moved beyond physical features to include online portals and apps that allow users to manage power levels, battery life, tracking and theft prevention from their smart devices. Many top power tools have …
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With the postponement of the 2020 National Hardware Show to, the Show Team has created a comprehensive resource of webinars, podcasts and industry education on NHS’s new digital platform, NHS Connects. Although many of the sources are from third parties, …
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Summer is upon us and so is the pesky buzz of mosquitoes and other pests. Mosquito bites can transmit diseases, including Zika, Dengue Fever and West Nile Virus. In pets, mosquitoes can transmit heartworm, West Nile Virus and Eastern equine …
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According to a recent article in Consumer Reports (CR), home air purifiers can filter indoor allergens and pollutants that can build up in a home at a much higher rate than outdoors. Currently, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and …
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According to a recent survey from the Home Improvement Research Institute, 44 percent of appliance purchases went to big-box stores when they were in the market for a new large appliance. While those sales represent a significant segment of the …
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Monitoring market trends in consumer sentiment, home improvement rates and construction figures can help you anticipate emerging opportunities for your business. Use the tables below to get a deeper understanding of a few of the forces affecting independent home improvement. …
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