Supply Chain

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A roll of painter's tape being carefully applied to a wall, symbolizing the strong demand in the construction and renovation materials market.

Global market trends show resilient painter's tape and paint demand

Even as global demand for painter's tape, brushes, and wood stain drives the market towards a projected $250 billion by 2030, manufacturers battle profit margin erosion from raw material costs that ha

Kyle Brenner·May 14, 2026

Skilled trades workers in 2026 wearing slightly older PPE, with a delayed shipment truck in the background, illustrating PPE availability challenges due to tariffs.

Safety

PPE for skilled trades in 2026: Availability challenges

In response to tariffs, 60% of International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) members have already delayed product development or launch plans, directly impacting the availability of essential type

Ben Foster·May 11, 2026