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The Home Improvement Research Institute released its Quarterly Homeowner Project Activity Tracker Q1 2025, sharing the attitudes and motivations that drive home improvement initiatives. The first quarter saw a continued slowdown in home project activity, marking three quarters of straight declines, but the types of projects tackled held steady. The report also looked at the …
No other event brings the independent home improvement channel together like the Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference), which will take place July 30-31. Attendees will include retailers from every wholesaler umbrella, vendors and service providers and industry experts and players who will take part in educational sessions, engage in networking events and enjoy the …
The Sherwin-Williams Company announced it will continue as the official paint partner of Leagues Cup and shared an enhanced fan engagement strategy for the event. Leagues Cup 2025 will take place this summer and feature clubs from Major League Soccer and LIGA MX. “Soccer has a unique ability to bring communities together, and we’re honored …
Florida Paints is making a difference in communities across Central Florida and beyond. Each year, the company brings hope to families in need, one diaper at a time, by contributing to HomeAid Orlando’s Builders for Babies diaper drive. Florida Paints began working with HomeAid Orlando, a community organization dedicated to helping individuals experiencing or at risk …
Consumer confidence in June continued to trend downward as consumers remain concerned about the economy and labor market amid ongoing uncertainty, specifically around tariffs, according to an analysis from the National Association of Home Builder’s (NAHB) Eye on Housing. The Consumer Confidence Index, reported by the Conference Board, reports how optimistic or pessimistic consumers feel …
With a dynamic lineup of expert-led sessions, panel discussions and opportunities to make connections with peers, manufacturers and service providers, the 2025 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) will take place July 30-31 at the stunning JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. In addition to the IHI Conference schedule of events, partner events hosted by Do …
Data released today by the U.S. Census Bureau showed retail sales growth in May despite a downturn in overall sales amid fluctuating tariffs on imported merchandise, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF). May retail sales in the building and garden supplies sector were down 2.7% from April 2025 in the most recent report from …