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Vermont Sales inspires retailers with Arts & Crafts Expo

Vermont Sales’ latest initiative, the Vermont Arts, Crafts and Special Things Expo, took a slightly different approach from its usual trade exhibitions, being shorter in duration and focusing more on the season rather than the product category. This made it rich in festive creativity and retail opportunities. Two-month Christmas campaign strategy Running over two months...

Water security through retail partnerships

In South Africa, almost every household faces some form of water challenge — from unreliable supply and poor quality to rising costs. For retailers, this is not simply a commercial opportunity but a chance to step forward as trusted partners in resilience, offering households solutions that bring stability, safety, and peace of mind. Why households...

Bosch Professional Hand Tools – Quality that is always on hand 

Bosch has long been a trusted name in power tools, and now the brand is expanding its professional offering even further with the launch of the Bosch Professional Hand Tool range, which was available from October 2025. Developed with the same precision and reliability that professionals have come to expect from Bosch, this new line...

Retailers Guide to hand tools

New from Sika — The wall putty your customers will demand: SikaWall®-165

Introducing SikaWall®-165 — Sika’s next-generation water-resistant wall putty. Designed for flawless wall and ceiling finishing, this one-component, easy-mix skim coat delivers professional-grade results with zero hassle. Ideal for contractors, renovators AND DIY homeowners — which means fast off-the-shelf movement for retailers. WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT WHY THEY WILL LOVE IT This isn’t just another...

Matus Trade Shows 2025 – Connecting suppliers and retailers 

Matus once again united the hardware and tools industry with its highly anticipated 2025 Trade Shows, held nationally for retailers, suppliers, and the wider trade. These exclusive B2B events are designed not only for ordering and deal-making, but also for networking, product education, and interactive fun. Johannesburg show sets the standard At the Johannesburg event in Gosforth Park, the...

Established industry leader provides turnkey partnership opportunities for retailers looking to expand window décor offerings

In a competitive hardware retail landscape, Ledaine Trading’s Décor Depot brand is positioning itself as the go-to partner for retailers seeking to capitalise on the growing window treatment market. With over 53 years of retail experience, the company offers a comprehensive, vertically-integrated approach that spans import, manufacturing, distribution, retail, and customer service. Comprehensive product portfolio drives market opportunities...

CRITICAL SAFETY ALERT: Rust-Oleum issues urgent recall for Spraymate Cold Galvanising Spray Paint - Three batches affected due to defective discharge risk

Rust-Oleum is recalling three specific batches of Spraymate Cold Galvanising Spray Paint (SKU 2701) due to potentially defective cans that may unexpectedly discharge. CHECK YOUR BATCH NUMBER NOW: Spraymate batch numbers are on the top of the can, under the cap, next to the nozzle. AFFECTED BATCHES: Please check for the following numbers: The three...

Power Build Power Fest 2025 delivers business innovation and networking excellence

The fourth annual Power Build Power Fest 2025 concluded successfully at Durban ICC from August 27-29, demonstrating how effective business networking can be enhanced through innovative event design and supplier engagement strategies. Opening day sets tone with interactive experiences The festival commenced with Promac Paints sponsoring an Arcade Adventure Fun Day, featuring retro gaming experiences...

Retailers guide to plasters, paints and painting equipment

The foundation of every successful DIY project or professional renovation lies in proper surface preparation and the right tools. For hardware retailers, the plasters, paints, and painting equipment category represents a significant opportunity for strong repeat sales, valuable add-ons, and positioning your store as the go-to destination for quality and expertise.