Welcome to the Hardware Matters Podcast, brought to you by Hardware Association Ireland, the representative body for Irish hardware and DIY retailers, builders’ merchants, distributers, and manufacturers.
In today’s episode, our host Roisin Murphy explores some intriguing insights and trends in a changing marketplace. Roisin will be speaking with Martin Markey, Chief Executive of Hardware Association Ireland, as he unveils the findings of its recent ‘Above the Shop’ report and how vacant properties could be a key contributor to alleviate Ireland’s housing crisis.
Fergus Sweeney shares some key takeaways from the recent HAI Conference in Portlaoise, alongside renowned Economist, Jim Power, as Jim discusses the challenges the industry is set to face with rising tariffs in an unpredictable economic climate.
Roisin is also joined by colour expert Jane Witter from Dulux Ireland as she illustrates the power of colour and why spring could be the ideal season to find your homes most aesthetic look.
We hope you enjoy!
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