News Daily updates and news from around the hardware and home improvement industry from the editors of Hardware Retailing magazine. September 2, 2010 — According to Consumer Reports, there are five D-I-Y projects that homeowners need to take care of right away. Read more »Category: Headlines September 2, 2010 — The typical American house has not only increased in size, but also price. Check out what MSNBC says are some of the biggest housing changes in the last decade. Read more »Category: Headlines September 2, 2010 — Check out these six companies that are actually thriving during the recession. Read more »Category: Headlines August 31, 2010 — Personal income increased 0.2 percent in July, according to the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Economic Analysis. Read more »Category: News in Brief August 30, 2010 — Are you looking to ramp up sales in your lawn and garden, outdoor living department? Then don’t miss NRHA’s fourth “How to Sell” webinar being held tomorrow, Tuesday, Aug. 31 at 2:00 p.m. (EST). Read more »Category: Did You Know? August 27, 2010 — Logged on to Twitter? Follow five small business leaders American Express Small Business handpicked. Read more »Category: News in Brief August 27, 2010 — St. Louis-based Convenience Products, a leading manufacturer of premium-quality polyurethane foams and concrete coatings for use by both consumers and professionals, announced that Eric Lowenstein has joined the company as vice president of marketing. Read more »Category: People on the Move August 27, 2010 — Unemployment claims dropped 31,000 during the week ending Aug. 21, according the Labor Department. Read more »Category: News in Brief  August 27, 2010 — “I call it the DIYers playground,” says Kris Malkoski, vice president and general manager of the Craftsman brand, Sears Holdings. Crowds of people gathered at the opening of the Craftsman Experience to get a look at the latest tools and offerings from the company. Read more »Category: Headlines August 26, 2010 — Check out these decorating tips that you can pass on to your customers. Read more »Category: Headlines |