Retail sale of hardware, building materials, paints and glass

NACE v2.1 Code: G47.52

About retail sale of hardware, building materials, paints and glass

NACE code 47.52 covers the retail sale of a wide range of products essential for construction, home improvement, and maintenance. This industry plays a crucial role in supporting the broader building and construction sector, as well as meeting the needs of individual consumers. By providing easy access to a diverse range of hardware, building materials, paints, and glass, this industry facilitates home renovations, repairs, and DIY projects, contributing to the overall development and upkeep of the built environment.

Production process

Businesses operating under NACE code 47.52 typically function as retail stores, sourcing their products from manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors. The main production techniques involve efficient inventory management, strategic product sourcing, and effective customer service to ensure a seamless shopping experience for both professional contractors and individual consumers.

Production inputs

The key inputs for this industry include a wide variety of hardware items (such as tools, fasteners, and plumbing supplies), building materials (including lumber, drywall, and roofing products), paints and coatings, as well as glass products (such as windows and mirrors). Retailers also require specialized storage and display equipment, along with skilled personnel to provide technical advice and assistance to customers.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of NACE code 47.52 are the retail sale of hardware, building materials, paints, and glass products to end-users. These outputs are then consumed by a range of other NACE codes, including 41.20 Construction of residential and non-residential buildings, 43.21 Electrical installation, 43.32 Joinery installation, and 43.34 Painting and glazing, as well as individual homeowners and DIY enthusiasts.

Revisions to 47.52

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 47.52. The most recent 5 versions of this code (47.52) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 47.52.

Family tree for retail sale of hardware, building materials, paints and glass

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G'>G: WHOLESALE AND RETAIL TRADE</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47'>47: Retail trade</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/5'>47.5: Retail sale of other household equipment</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/52'>47.52: Retail sale of hardware, building materials, paints and glass</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/51'>47.51: Retail sale of textiles</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/53'>47.53: Retail sale of carpets, rugs, wall and floor coverings</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/54'>47.54: Retail sale of electrical household appliances</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/55'>47.55: Retail sale of furniture, lighting equipment, tableware and other household goods</a>"]

    

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