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Is your store layout working hard enough?
How a better layout can make your store easier to shop and operate.
A good hardware store layout should...
Why doing nothing is now the riskiest strategy of all
For years, one of the safest strategies in Builders’ Merchanting was to do nothing.
If the branch was profitable,...
Components are Reshaping Residential Construction In USA
How trusses, wall panels, and prefabricated systems are changing the way homes and multi-family buildings are built.
Walk onto...
Business Readiness
The Hardware Journal has caught up with our great friend and colleague Art Freedman to see what he is currently doing in...
Flooring 2026
Laying Wood Flooring In 17th Century: A Brief History
What has dancing 340 years ago, King Louis 14th of...
Workwear 2026
Built on Generations
Since 1889, Carhartt has built its reputation on honest, hardwearing workwear. Now, three of its most...
Topline: Championing Independent Business
The Hardware Journal sat down with Hugh O’Donnell, Chief Executive, Topline, who outlined how they are championing Independent Business.
Heavins.ie wins three National Titles at the Irish eCommerce Awards 2026
Heavins.ie, the online arm of Athlone family business Topline Heavins & Euronics, has won three national titles at the Irish eCommerce Awards...
Cork Builders Providers Takes Top Honour At 2026 Octabuild Awards
Record entries and expanded Awards programme recognise excellence across the builders merchant sectorCork Builders Providers, Togher has been named the overall winner...
Chadwicks Kells Marks New Chapter for Longstanding Local Business With Expanded Offering and Launch...
Following its acquisition by Chadwicks Group, Rooneys Home and Hardware becomes Chadwicks Kells, building on its local heritage with an increased trade...
