Recent Features, News & Products from Hardware Connection
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Thought Leadership Q&A With Fluidmaster: The Business of Better Repairs
As chief brand officer for Fluidmaster, Corinne AndersonSchoepe sits at the intersection of brand strategy, innovation and one of the most recognizable names in plumbing repair. A member of the founding family behind the company established in 1957 by inventor Adolf Schoepe, AndersonSchoepe has helped guide Fluidmaster’s evolution from a dominant toilet repair brand into…
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Ideas Worth Bringing Home
One of the greatest strengths of the independent hardware channel is its willingness to share. That spirit of collaboration returns to the J.W. Marriott Grande Lakes in Orlando, Florida, from July 28 to July 30 as the Independent Home Improvement Conference brings together retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers and industry experts for three days of education, conversation…
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Retailer2Retailer: The Hardware Store Is the Star
By Ben Ginn Looking back, I guess it was a different childhood than most people had, but it never felt unusual to me. It was simply where our family spent its time. My papaw started the plumbing supply business in 1978 after seeing a need in our community. Four of his sons eventually joined him.…
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5 Takeaways From the Global DIY Summit
By Craig Webb Nearly 1,200 retailers, manufacturers and industry leaders from more than 50 countries gathered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, June 16-18 for the 2026 Global DIY Summit to discuss the trends shaping home improvement retail around the world. While many sessions focused on global markets, several carried practical lessons for North American independent retailers.…
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Independent Home Improvement Leader Dawson Taylor Passes Away at 103
Dawson Taylor, whose vision helped shape one of the nation’s earliest home improvement centers and whose leadership influenced generations of independent retailers, died July 4 at the age of 103. A lifelong resident of Virginia Beach, Virginia, Taylor built a legacy that extended well beyond the family business. During nearly eight decades in the industry,…
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NHPA Expands Media Brands With Acquisition of Hardware Connection
For over 125 years, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has been serving the needs of independent home improvement retailers across North America, helping retailers be better and more profitable. NHPA publishes two respected monthly magazines that serve as trusted resources for independent retailers across the channel. Hardware Retailing is dedicated to the…
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Lutron Lumaris RGB + Tunable White Tape Light
Combines vibrant RGB colors with tunable white light in a single tape-light system. Offers warm-to-cool white light ranging from 1,800K to 4,000K. Dims smoothly down to 0.1 percent for precise lighting control. Delivers up to 300 lumens per foot for accent and task lighting applications. Features high color rendering (90+ CRI) for natural-looking illumination. Supports…
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HALO Lighting RL Series Canless LED Downlights
Design eliminates the need for traditional recessed housing, simplifying installation. Available in four-inch and six-inch sizes for a range of residential applications. Selectable color temperatures allow users to choose from warm to daylight settings. High-output LED performance delivers up to 1,200 lumens on select models. 90+ CRI technology provides more accurate, natural-looking color rendering. Dim-to-Warm…
