Technology

New tool finds products similar to the ones that inspire homeowners in Houzz photos.

A transaction expected to close in August is described as a show of confidence

In the spirit of productivity, LP teams with Go Figure for an iPad app that speeds up the process.

In an effort to add new Canadian-made products to its stores, Home Depot Canada will hold a “Meet the Buyer” event on Nov. 24 in Kanata, Ontario. Small and medium-sized Ontario and Quebec-based manufacturers with an innovative home improvement product or technology are invited to apply. There will be no charge to the vendor, who can pitch their product to a buyer from Home Depot and also showcase their item in a tradeshow-style event attended by members of Home Depot’s merchandising team.

The Internet is playing a bigger role than ever in home improvement sales, and not just as a research tool, according to research from Port Washington, N.Y.-based NPD Group. 

“It’s clear the Internet is playing an increasingly important role in the home improvement market,” said Kevin Gilbert, director of The NPD Group.