Air Compressor The new Grip-Rite RED System hand-carry compressor combines versatility, performance and quietness, making it the ultimate work companion for trade professionals. Operating at less than 60 decibels, it helps provide a quieter work environment without compromising performance. Grip-Rite® | grip-rite.com Grill Scraper The Great Scrape is an all-natural barbecue cleaning tool and wood grill … The post Hot Products – April 24, 2024 appeared first on Hardware Retailing ..read more

During its monthly Kids Hour event, Olson’s Ace Hardware in Parsons, Kansas, welcomes a younger demographic into the store to enjoy a craft, learn something new or just have fun. The store began hosting the events in November 2023, and for the first two months hosted an event every weekend. Now, the events take place once … The post Kids Hour Offers Opportunity for In-Store Fun and Learning appeared first on Hardware Retailing ..read more

Bringing the industry together for three days of fun, sun, education and networking, the Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) has set the lineup of keynote speakers for the afternoon general sessions. These keynote speakers will share insights on change leadership, creating growth, customer service, employee retention and more. The IHI Conference takes place Aug. … The post Independent Home Improvement Conference Announces Keynote Lineup appeared first on Hardware Retailing ..read more

After three quarters in its fiscal year, Do it Best reported total sales of more than $3.2 billion, a decrease of 7.2% over the same period during the prior year. The co-op attributed the decline to an increase in interest rates, a soft economy and a near nonexistent winter across much of the country. “We’re … The post Do it Best Announces Q3 Financials, Operational Successes and Planned Investments appeared first on Hardware Retailing ..read more

Over 60 years ago in St. Jacobs, Ontario, Walter J. Hachborn and Henry Sittler laid the groundwork for what would become Canada’s largest dealer-owned and operated home improvement retailer. Since then, Home Hardware Stores Limited has expanded to more than 1,000 stores operating under the Home Hardware, Home Building Centre, Home Hardware Building Centre and … The post Home Hardware Stores Limited Celebrates 60 Years of Serving Communities appeared first on Hardware Retailing ..read more

Ace Hardware announced the launch of Vintage Threads,™ a collection of high-quality shirts and hats that feature historic logos from Ace Hardware’s history, some dating back to the company’s founding in 1924. The new product line is part of the retailer’s 100-year anniversary celebrations taking place this year. “We are proud to introduce this line … The post Ace Hardware Introduces Vintage Threads Apparel appeared first on Hardware Retailing ..read more

R.P. Lumber Co., Inc. announced it will be acquiring Custer Do It Best Hardware & Lumber, an independently owned retailer in Custer, South Dakota. The transaction is scheduled to close April 19th. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Current employees will transition to the R.P. Lumber team and join nearly 1,000 R.P. Lumber team … The post R.P. Lumber Expands to South Dakota appeared first on Hardware Retailing ..read more

Westlake Ace Hardware announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Clarks Ace Hardware, a 179-year-old hardware retailer with locations in Ellicott City and Columbia, Maryland. The Clarks Ace stores will be rebranded as Westlake Ace but will retain store management and personnel and much of the current product mix. It is … The post Westlake Ace Hardware Expands into Maryland, Acquires Clarks Ace Hardware appeared first on Hardware Retailing ..read more

McCoy True Value in Indianola, Iowa, and Warren County Economic Development are partnering for a third round of commercial paint grants that will go towards business beautification efforts throughout Warren County. The paint grants are open to all businesses in Warren county, with one application accepted per business. The online application asks for basic business … The post Retailer Offers Paint Grants to Local Businesses appeared first on Hardware Retailing ..read more

On April 5, United Hardware shareholders overwhelmingly voted in favor of the previously announced merger with Do it Best. According to the co-ops, the merger will enhance efficiency, add buying power and drive store growth for previous United Hardware dealers and Do it Best members alike. By leveraging organizational strengths and resources, the merger will … The post Do it Best, United Merger Approved by Shareholders appeared first on Hardware Retailing ..read more