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If you strictly shop for price, the big box hardware stores are hard to beat. High volume and nationwide buying power mean Lowes and Home Depot can offer lower prices that most competitors.

Restoration Hardware’s move to end promotions means it isn’t out of the woods after recent supply-chain woes.

True Value Company is embracing a “marketing-as-a-service” model, offering hyper-local and highly targeted marketing to stores as part of a larger program to raise the bar on customer experience and give e-commerce competitors and big-box shops a run for their money.

Vermonters "seem to be doing a lot of painting" during their isolation, observes one hardware store owner.

Hardware + Building Supply Dealer provides news analysis, product information and market intelligence for decision makers in the business of operating or supplying hardware stores, lumber yards and farm and ranch dealers.

Restoration Hardware Holdings Inc. is turning into a bonanza for its private-equity owners.

Restoration Hardware Holdings Inc. is turning into a bonanza for its private-equity owners.

A New York hedge fund taking more than 1,700 RadioShack stores out of bankruptcy named former Dell Inc. executive Ron Garriques to oversee the electronics chain’s plan to return to profitability.

A New York hedge fund taking more than 1,700 RadioShack stores out of bankruptcy named former Dell Inc. executive Ron Garriques to oversee the electronics chain’s plan to return to profitability.

It’s easy to get lost in the aisles of a big box home improvement store. Although the big chains are often well-staffed, their sheer size means you can't always find a knowledgable employee when you need help picking out a wood stain or choosing sheetrock. If you need an expert opinion when purchasing supplies for your next home improvement, consider heading to your local independent hardware store. Many of these shops have been a part of the community for generations, so you can…