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Representing all wholesalers and distributors and coming from all across North American, attendees of the 2026 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) left with new ideas, renewed connections and a reinvigorated spirit to strengthen their operations. Hosted by the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) and The Hardware Conference, the IHI Conference took place …

When it comes to pricing in paint retailing, it may feel like the big boxes and factory stores write the rules, especially when the economy dominates the conversation and consumers are squeezed for cash. But while they can drop prices, that’s usually the only card that discount merchants hold. Independent paint and decorating retailers win …

Caulk and caulk accessories can contribute significantly to independent paint retailers, no matter the size of operation. According to HIRI’s Annual U.S. Homeowner Project Activity Tracker Report 2025, out of the building material and structural system products homeowners used for a renovation project, 47% purchased adhesives, caulks and sealants. The key to winning sales in …

Seaman Corporation announced it has completed its 10,200-square-foot headquarters expansion in Wooster, Ohio. The project was designed to support growing teams, improve collaboration and create capacity for future growth. The new space features additional offices and open area workstations, a large, multipurpose gathering room and increased parking capacity for the Wooster team and visitors. “We’re …

Another full day of education and networking sent attendees of the 2026 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) with practical takeaways to improve their operations, promote growth and continue to serve the independent channel.  Daniel Bernat runs a hardware store where the next big-box competitor is hours away, making every business decision carry a little …

Every time staff at Columbia Paint and Wallcover in Columbia, Tennessee, tint a new paint color for a customer, they dot a sample on a card and add it to the store library. The library, which started in the ‘80s, now spans an entire wall of the store. Cards are filed under each customer’s name so …

With a focus on addressing the topics that matter most to retailers, Day 1 of the Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) provided timely insights and helpful best practices.  When Craig Morrison boarded a flight from Hawaii to Orlando, he may have logged more miles than any other retailer to attend this year’s IHI Conference. …

The Pittsburgh Paints Company recently announced it has launched the Colors for Courage program, an employee volunteer-led community that donates paint to families in need. The first project was held at The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh’s Pediatric Specialty Hospital, where more than 40 employee volunteers used Pittsburgh Paints products and colors to transform the hospital’s …

With a full day of education and networking and a night of fun, the 2026 Independent Home Improvement Conference is underway at the stunning JW Marriott Grande Lakes in Orlando. The day started with partner events hosted by Orgill, covering a wide varietyof topics, including margin management, maximizing labor, practical marketing solutions and innovation in …

PPG and Sherwin-Williams released financial results for the second quarter of 2025, both reporting a significant increase in net sales for the quarter and an adjusted outlook for the remainder of the year. PPG reported net sales of $4.5 billion in the second quarter, up 7% from the same period in 2025. Net income in …