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News Archive May 2026

DIY Week Awards 2026 - Winners announced! 27 May 2026

Last Friday, the DIY and home improvement industry came together for one of the sector’s biggest celebrations of the year – and what a fantastic event it was.The DIY Week Awards 2026 welcomed leading retailers, suppliers, manufacturers, brands and ...


First-time renovators: Five questions to ask before you buy a fixer-upper 27 May 2026

Buying a fixer-upper is, in my opinion, the most exciting way to get the home of your dreams. But it’s also a big and sometimes daunting commitment – especially if it’s your first renovation project, according to renovation expert, Kevin Brown from ...


QEP launches new website 15 May 2026

QEP has launched its new website, www.qepuk.com, to make it easy to learn about the business behind leading tile, floor and decorative brands.For the first time, QEP UK has brought the business behind its well-known tile, floor and decorative brands ...


DIY Week Trade Talks conference – New speaker added! 13 May 2026

With the 2026 DIY Week Awards and just over a week away, we are gearing up for one of the best events on the industry’s calendar. And taking place in the morning before the main event is the Trade Talks conference.Whether you’re an independent ...


Houzz releases inaugural 2026 UK State of AI in Construction and Design Report 13 May 2026

Houzz Inc., the leading AI-powered, all-in-one technology platform for construction and design, has released its first-ever UK Houzz State of AI in Construction and Design Report, providing a detailed look into how the industry is evolving with the ...


DIY Week Awards 2026 – Final entry shortlists revealed! 12 May 2026

After yet another amazing response from the industry, we are delighted to reveal the 2026 finalists who are in the running to win a coveted DIY Week Award. The winners will be revealed on Friday 22nd May at a special lunchtime ceremony to be held at ...


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