Paint & Decorating Retailer

Staining a building’s exterior or interior wood surfaces is a popular way to upgrade a space or add a new feel to a home. Keeping up with stain trends is crucial in guiding customers on what to purchase and preparing paint and stain professionals for future requests from homeowners. Finishers Depot, an industrial coatings distributor …

When it comes to knowing where to start with B2B in your business, retailers who have found success in this area suggest starting small to attract these pro customers.  Jay Donnelly, owner of Flanagan Paint & Supply with five locations in the St. Louis Metro area, says posting regularly on LinkedIn has helped bring in …

One of the best ways to diversify your audience and differentiate your business is through business-to-business (B2B) sales. When you think of B2B, you probably picture outside sales teams making cold calls, and while that method is successful for many, retailers are finding success beyond traditional outside sales teams. Whether you’re looking to build B2B …

The Home Improvement Research Institute and The Farnsworth Group released the Analysis of the American Housing Survey 2025, providing a detailed look at evolving home improvement trends across the U.S. housing market. Based on a nationally represented survey conducted by the U.S.Census Bureau and sponsored by the Department of Housing and Urban Development, the report …

Sherwin-Williams and HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams have joined together to name Universal Khaki as its 2026 Color of the Year. The shade is an earthy mid-toned tan, ideal for common spaces. Universal Khaki pairs with bright whites for a classic look, or more saturated tones for a stand-out design. “Khaki is more than just a …

Dunn-Edwards Corporation announced a partnership with Roomvo to create an advanced color visualizer tool, which will enable both professionals and homeowners to preview colors in their own spaces. Designed for ease of use with quick share and save options, the Dunn-Edwards Paint Color Visualizer delivers realistic renderings in seconds and eliminates the need to manually outline …

Ace Hardware announced the launch of Hazelnut Crunch, Clark+Kensington’s 2026 Color of the Year, only available at Ace Hardware. “In an increasingly fast-paced world, homeowners desire spaces that offer restoration, comfort, and calm,” says Kim Lefko, chief marketing officer at Ace Hardware. “Hazelnut Crunch delivers all of that and more. It’s a beautiful, deep shade …

Adding color and patterns to flooring is an easy way to spice up a bathroom and give it depth. Paint & Decorating Retailer recommends stocking these tiles to give your customers ideas for bathroom renovations. The Blend Honed Louna Marble Mosaic features a mix of honed marble pieces in various soft tones, including beige, cream, gray …

As various companies reveal their choice picks for 2026 Color of the Year, stocking alternatives to these colors can bring in additional sales and trend-following customers. Dutch Boy Paints’ Color of the Year, Melodious Ivory, is a universal neutral shade ideal for a renovating homeowner. Paint & Decorating Retailer recommends these alternatives to Melodious Ivory. …

Black & Silver Tools (SPONSORED) Hyde Tools has tirelessly worked over the decades to build the best quality tools at a reasonable price. Their Black & Silver tools—multitools, scrapers, joint knives and more—are made in North America, some of them in the factory in Southbridge, Massachusetts. No matter what overseas tariffs may bring, The post …

The number of women working in the construction industry rose to around 1.34 million in 2024, with women representing 11.2% of the construction workforce, according to data released in an Eye on Housing report from the National Association of Home Builders. The rise in women in construction, the highest percentage in the past 20 years, …

Halloween spending is expected to reach a record $13.1 billion this year, up from last year’s $11.6 billion and the previous record of $12.2 set in 2023, according to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) annual consumer survey conducted by Prosper Insights and Analytics. “Even with concerns about price increases due to tariffs, Halloween continues to …

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Professional Women in Building (PWB) week will take place from September 15-19, 2025, highlighting the roles women play in the residential construction industry. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of women in construction grew from 929,000 in 2015 to 1,343,000 in 2024. NAHB will be …

The Federal Reserve reduced interest rates for the first time since December amid the risk of rising unemployment, and announced more cuts would follow in response to the declining labor market. Interest rates decreased by a quarter of a percentage point, from the 4.00%-4.25% range. “There are no risk-free paths…it’s not incredibly obvious what to …

The Home Improvement Research Institute announced the findings from its latest U.S. Size of the Home Improvement Products Market report, including a revised downward forecast for market growth in 2025 due to continued macroeconomic challenges. The total home improvement market is now projected to grow by 2.5% in 2025, a reduction from the 3.4% growth …

The Krylon brand recently announced Matte Coffee Bean as its 2026 Color of the Year, a dark neutral speaking to the growing preference for spaces that feel both calm and connected to nature. “Matte Coffee Bean adds dimension with a natural, grounded allure, aligning with today’s increasing appeal of organic minimalism,” says Lisbeth Parada, Krylon …

C2 Paint recently announced Epernay as its 2026 Color of the Year. The soft ochre shade is named after the French village known for its rolling vineyards and limestone architecture and described as reflecting hues of sunlit stone, vintage textiles and champagne. “C2 Epernay has long been tied to European influences and is now emerging …

The Canadian business of Pittsburgh Paints Company recently announced it will become an independent company, renamed Canadian Industries Limited (CIL). “Launching CIL as an independent Canadian company will allow us to move faster, serve customers better and invest more intentionally in the Canadian market,” says Brian Carson, president and CEO of Pittsburgh Paints Co. “This …

Florida Paints recently celebrated the grand opening of its newest location in Sanford, Florida. The celebration at the new store featured discounts on selected products, vendor displays, giveaways, complimentary food for guests and a flooring pro show with tips and demonstrations. “Florida deserves paint that’s built for Florida,” says Don Strube, Florida Paints co-founder and …

Retail spending grew in August as consumers purchased school supplies and attempted to get ahead of rising tariffs that could begin to affect prices, according to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. Total retail sales were up 0.5% seasonally adjusted month over month and up 6.81% unadjusted year over year in August. That …

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recently opened online registration and housing for the 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS).  The largest annual light construction trade show will take place in Orlando, Florida, from February 17-19, 2025. This will be the show’s final year in Orlando before relocating to Las Vegas in 2027. “As …

Import cargo volume at major U.S. container ports is expected to decline steadily for the remainder of 2025 amid rising tariffs, according to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) Global Port Tracker report. “We have seen the implementation of reciprocal tariffs across the globe, with a number of key trading partners being subjected to tariffs higher …

Dunn-Edwards recently announced its 2026 Color Trends, a collection of nine trending colors and eight neutral shades. The palette draws inspiration from nature and balances warm and cool tones, reflecting the landscape of rapidly evolving AI and technology. “Historically, Dunn-Edwards has released an expansive palette for its annual Color Trends. This year, we’ve decided to …

Job growth in August slowed as the unemployment rate rose to the highest level in four years, signaling a continued cooling in the U.S. labor market, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Eye on Housing report. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Employment Situation Summary reported 22,000 new jobs added in August, …