Celebrating the Success of The Hardware Show 2026

The Hardware Show 2026 has once again proven to be a standout event for the hardware and building materials sector, bringing together the industry for two busy, energetic, and highly productive days of connection, innovation, and collaboration.

With nearly 180 exhibitors across home, garden, build, and DIY, the show floor was alive with new ideas, product launches, and solutions designed to help businesses grow and evolve. Exhibitors showcased the very best the sector has to offer, creating a dynamic environment that encouraged conversation, discovery, and opportunity.

Over 2,000 key decision-makers from across the hardware and building materials industry attended, eager to do business, strengthen relationships, and uncover innovative products and services to support their customers and drive their businesses forward. The level of engagement and enthusiasm throughout the event was a clear reflection of the strength and momentum within the sector.

A major highlight of the show was the Innovation Awards, which celebrated excellence, creativity, and forward-thinking within the industry. This year saw over 50 products initially shortlisted, narrowed down to a final 25 outstanding innovations, before ultimately recognising a final group of shortlisted and winning products. Congratulations to all of this year’s winners, whose innovations continue to raise standards and shape the future of the sector:

Innovation Awards Winners

Best Hardware/DIY Product

Magnus Monitors – MAGNUS HAWKi
CATEGORY WINNER & OVERALL WINNER

Soudal Ireland
Fix ALL Squeeze & Seal
HIGHLY COMMENDED

Portwest Ireland
Portwest BX323 – Ultimate Modular Hi-Vis 3-in-1 Rain Jacket
HIGHLY COMMENDED

Tembe DIY Building & Decorating Products Ltd
Hippo Multi-Purpose Bamboo Wipes
HIGHLY COMMENDED FOR SUSTAINABILITY

Best Build Product

CJ Sheeran – LOOP Pallet
CATEGORY WINNER AND SUSTAINABILITY WINNER

Wavin Ireland Ltd – Tegra 600
HIGHLY COMMENDED

Best Garden Product

ATKO Group Ltd – Buffalo Brush Range
CATEGORY WINNER

Best Home Product

Unilin Flooring Ireland Limited – Elka 13mm Real Wood Engineered 100% Waterproof flooring collection
CATEGORY WINNER

Superb Hardware Ltd
Celtic Woodcare Restorative Polish
COMMENDED

The celebrations continued at the President’s Ball (supported by Irish Cement and Saint Gobain) which welcomed over 250 key industry figures for an evening of glamour, entertainment, and networking. The gala event was a wonderful celebration of collaboration and connection, providing an opportunity for attendees to come together, reflect on shared successes, and enjoy the social side of the industry.

On behalf of Hardware Association Ireland, the HAI CEO and President would like to extend sincere thanks to everyone who attended The Hardware Show, exhibited, participated in the Innovation Awards, and joined us at the President’s Ball. A special word of appreciation also goes to our sponsors, whose continued support plays a vital role in the success of the event:

Highlights and photos from The Hardware Show 2026 will be shared on our website in the coming days. Visit www.thehardwareshow.ie to relive the moments and see the event highlights.

Thank you for being part of another memorable Hardware Show. We look forward to welcoming you back again in 2028 as we continue to celebrate, support, and champion our industry.