Trex releases 2025 Outdoor Living Forecast
What began during the pandemic as a functional escape has evolved into a movement toward creating private outdoor oases that rival the luxury of indoor spaces with bold, imaginative and comfort-forward elements taking center stage.
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Construction labor market softens, per NAHB
The number of open jobs for the overall economy decreased from 8.16 million in November to 7.6 million in December. This is notably smaller than the 8.89 million estimate reported a year ago and reflects a softened aggregate labor market.
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New Castle Steel and BlueLinx Forge partner to distribute in Southeast, Colorado Rockies
This collaboration will significantly enhance New Castle Steel's product distribution capabilities in Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Colorado.
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Georgia-Pacific names David Neal Executive VP of Building Products
Neal will succeed Andy Konieczka who has decided to retire in early March following a long career with Georgia-Pacific and its parent company, Koch Inc.
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Culture is Key at Arnold Lumber
For Arnold Lumber Company, headquartered in West Kingston, RI, success has been built over the past 110-plus years by not being afraid to embrace change.
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Manufacturers see a bright future driven by the repair and remodel categories
According to a recent report from Grand View Research, the U.S. residential remodeling market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 4.6% from 2024 to 2030.
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5 Questions with Russ Kathrein from Do it Best
Russ Kathrein answers questions on the company’s recent acquisition of True Value and how it will impact both companies going forward.
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Publisher Letter | February 2025
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Standing up to the big guys
While competition with large national chains is nothing new to independent dealers, consumer concerns about inflation and rising prices has made vying for business even more difficult.
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