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Down to Earth range

Down to Earth is the eco-friendly range from LG Harris. The paintbrush and roller handles are manufactured from 65% cornstarch. 
27 January 2010

Fusion Design updated

20-20 Fusion Limited is set to launch the latest version of its Fusion CAD software at Kbb 2010. 
27 January 2010

I know this 'mulch' is true

Gardeners are more environmentally aware, but they also want value for money, particularly in the current climate. 
27 January 2010

Effective pest control? Naturally

Scotts Miracle-Gro has strengthened its home pesticide offer with the launch of a collection of 'natural' and safe products in its Home Defence range. 
26 January 2010

They do it with mirrors

The patented 8 Stage Mirror Cube is a simple and stylish way for consumers to get a designer feel in their homes and for retailers to make some serious sales. 
15 January 2010

New BCT range is out of this world

British Ceramic Tile has recently launched the new Saturn range, an addition to the Urban collection. 
13 January 2010

Dansand distribution deal

Dansand and Bradstone have joined forces to distribute Tommy Walsh's Choice Dansand joint filling sand. 
11 January 2010

Stairpart simplicity

Richard Burbidge has restructured its stair balustrade range to make it easier to order, stock, display and sell. 
11 January 2010

Sell more spanners

Consumers are most likely to consider buying a new set of spanners when they come to do a job and discover one missing, says Kamasa. And, its latest countertop display is designed to trigger that memory when placed near the till. 
11 January 2010

Chill with the footie

Football fans will be able to show their support for England's World Cup campaign with an England-branded personal drinks fridge from Husky. 
8 January 2010

Plasti-kote bucks trend

Spray paint brand Plasti-kote reported a successful financial year (to September 2009) despite more challenging trading conditions, making a 2.5% increase in operating profit. 
8 December 2009

Suite dreams

Abus has developed the 86/55 service padlock to fit into master and grand master suites that are installed to ensure multi-level access within an office or other commercial building while maintaining security levels and simple operation. 
3 December 2009

Super tools!

Dremel has introduced one of the most highly-powered tools on the market in the shape of the Dremel 4000. 
3 December 2009

Stewart innovation keeps herbs well watered

The new Herb pot from The Stewart Company features a patented self-watering system which makes growing herbs on a home windowsill or patio easier and more enjoyable. 
24 November 2009

Visa Tools buys Footprint hammer production

Leeds-based Visa Tools has purchased the hammer section of Footprint Tools. Visa continues to manufacture the entire hammer range produced by Footprint. 
24 November 2009
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