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Homebase partners with Bosch and NEFF to strengthen its complete kitchen offering

Homebase is strengthening its kitchen offering with the launch of Bosch and NEFF appliances, joining other leading brands such as Hotpoint, Smeg and Indesit, to bring customers even more choice when it comes to creating the latest home trends.The ... 
19 August 2020

Lawn seed sales up five-fold this summer, reports Johnsons Lawn Seed

Lawn seed sales went through the roof in June and July, extending the traditional springtime peak in lawncare category sales well into the summer, according to the latest figures released by Johnsons Lawn Seed, the UK’s oldest grass seed supplier. ... 
18 August 2020

Heatwave reduces high street footfall but tourist hotspots are boosted as Brits enjoy summer of ‘staycation’

Latest data from retail experts Springboard reveals that footfall across UK retail destinations rose marginally last week, by +0.8% from the week before, a far more muted result than the rise of +3.8% in the previous week. Despite the hot weather - ... 
18 August 2020

Green-fingered Brits have spent over £100 each on gardening during lockdown

Green-fingered Brits have spent an average of £105* each sprucing up their gardens with a makeover since the start of lockdown, equating to £3.7** billion being spent across the UK, according to new research from American Express. The most popular ... 
17 August 2020

DIY SOS BBC Children in Need special comes to Caswell Bay, Swansea

DIY SOS, BBC One’s popular property renovation show, will head to Caswell Bay in September to take on a one of a kind build that will benefit a local charity, Surfability UK. DIY SOS: The Big Build BBC Children in Need Special (working title) will ... 
17 August 2020

New generation of DIYers born in lockdown

Lockdown has seen the emergence of a new, younger generation of people picking up a paint brush, screwdriver or hammer for the first time to tackle DIY projects, a new study by marketing agency Democracy has discovered. Since Covid-19 restrictions ... 
14 August 2020

Keylite Roof Windows triumphs at the BMJ Industry Awards

For the third year running UK manufacturer, Keylite Roof Windows (Keylite) has scooped the coveted ‘Best Roofing Manufacturer’ award at the 2020 BMJ Industry Awards.The BMJ Industry Awards is established as a key event for those working in the ... 
12 August 2020

New export deal for What More UK

East Lancashire housewares manufacturer What More UK has announced it's adding Costa Rica to its growing list of export destinations, bringing the total up to 74 countries.Left to right, Michael Blakey, Karren Murray, Nathan Plummer, Cheryl Cregg, ... 
11 August 2020

Taking the risk out of buying a greenhouse

Anyone considering buying a greenhouse is well advised to download a free PDF from one of the country’s leading glasshouse designers and manufacturers that gives 12 key points to consider before splashing the cash.Linda Lane, MD of Griffin ... 
10 August 2020

Häfele launches support programme for kbb sector

Häfele UK has launched a new dedicated package of industry leading support for kbb retailers and manufacturers, in response to feedback from customers who shared their industry concerns as a result of Covid-19. Available to existing and new ... 
10 August 2020

GCA members discuss challenges of re-opening restaurants and cafés

Members of the Garden Centre Association (GCA) recently (August 2020) took part in a virtual forum to discuss the challenges they faced with the re-opening of restaurants and cafés.The forum was facilitated by Chris Brown of Turpin Smale Catering ... 
10 August 2020

Bradford Garden Centre marks five years of new ownership with further changes

With the latest phase of its expansion progressing well, the team at a Bradford garden centre have announced further plans to enhance the visitor experience.In addition to providing new facilities for the 200 strong team and extending the range of ... 
10 August 2020

Latest update on Green Homes Grant and implications for homeowners and landlords

Last month Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a circa £3 billion green investment plan, including the Green Homes Grant, as part of his Summer Economic Update. The UK Government's Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy has now ... 
10 August 2020

CESRB, in association with ceda and FEA, issues advice on commercial kitchen wiring following engineer's tragic death

Associations push for urgent amendments to wiring regulations in commercial kitchens.Following the tragic death of an engineer working on a commercial kitchen appliance, FEA, in association with CESRB (Catering Engineers Standards and Registration ... 
10 August 2020

Hyve Group launches three virtual forums in September 2020

Hyve Group is pleased to announce Autumn Fair @ Home, Glee Gathering and Fashion Together (comprising Pure, Pure Origin, Moda and Scoop), three completely virtual forums happening this September. These forums will provide exhibitors and attendees ... 
7 August 2020

Vitrex and Homelux expand into Wickes

Vitrex and Homelux expand into Wickes DIY enthusiasts will now be able to find tiling and home improvement brands Vitrex and Homelux in Wickes stores across the UK. Tiling accessories provider Homelux offers customers both economy and trend-led tile ... 
7 August 2020

Hyve Group announces changes to its 2020 show calendar - Glee and Pawexpo 2020 will offer a virtual forum this September

Hyve, the organiser of Glee, the UK’s leading garden and outdoor living trade show, and the co-located Pawexpo, the premium pet trade show that cares about pets, people and the industry, has announced changes to the scheduled event in 2020. As a ... 
6 August 2020

BEAMA hopes that the Green Homes Grant scheme can be the start of long-term plan for high quality green refurbishment of UK homes

The recent announcement by the government of the Green Homes Grant Scheme is a welcome boost to manufacturers whose products are included, given the current economic uncertainty.BEAMA hopes that this approach can now be used as a basis for a longer-... 
6 August 2020

HMG Paints have island of Jersey covered with new distributor - Decorare Jersey

Newly launched Painting & Decorating Merchant, Decorare Jersey are supplying painters and decorators across the island of Jersey with HMG Paints decorative coatings range. From interior coatings to fence and shed paints, they have it covered.“... 
5 August 2020

Quality assurance at heart of new £2 billion green homes grants

Tradespeople are urged to sign up for TrustMark accreditation as part of the new Green Homes Grant scheme. Builders, plumbers, and other tradespeople across England will need a government-backed seal of approval to provide their services as part of ... 
5 August 2020
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