Hardware stores should choose a countertop display for a compact problem-solving offer and a floor display when readers and outdoor sunglasses justify a fuller category.
Countertop works when
- general-merchandise space is limited
- the store wants a focused reader test
- the category is placed near a service or checkout zone
Floor works when
- reader-power breadth matters
- outdoor and driving sun demand is meaningful
- the store has enough space for self-service browsing
- staff can maintain backstock and reorders
Favor function over sheer capacity
The right format should make practical powers and styles easier to buy, not simply maximize frame count.
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