Search Results: 'B&Q'

TFS bolsters merchant support with team expansion
20 September, 2023
Wood-based panel products processor, Trade Fabrication Systems (TFS) has appointed Greg Beers as business development executive. This newly created role is the latest in a long line of investments TFS has made in developing its value-add solutions and services for merchants.

Competitive times, sustainable prospects
26 April, 2023
The UK kitchen market is facing a challenging couple of years, say commentators. But the outlook beyond is brighter – and environmental performance will be in the recipe for supplier success. Mike Jeffree reports

Preparing for tougher times
18 October, 2022
Chipboard demand has cooled and the sector is bracing itself for more difficult trading ahead but the situation is far from catastrophic. Keren Fallwell reports

Turning inside out
24 August, 2022
Ian Oldrey, managing director of Ten-25 Software explains why merchants must embrace new technologies to avoid missing vital trends

The right time for logistics
13 December, 2021
Tony Benson, global marketing manager at Baumann Sideloaders, explains why Huws Gray Ridgeons is such a fan of its lift trucks

The days of cheap timber are over
10 December, 2021
The last 18 months have been challenging for Ireland’s sawmilling sector, which hopes for more stability in the year ahead but expects prices to remain high. Sally Spencer reports

Lockdown cooks up new kitchen recipes
30 April, 2021
With home working forecast to put down permanent post pandemic roots, the kitchen is expected to become a more multi-purpose space and focus for investment. Mike Jeffree reports

On the virtual road
23 December, 2020
The TRA held four regional roadshow webinars in October. Sally Spencer attended the North of England and Scotland event

Woodsafe and sound
30 October, 2020
Woodsafe Timber Protection has turned its attention to the UK market for fire retardant timber treatments. Sally Spencer reports

TRADA to host online Better Timber Buildings conference
21 September, 2020
Tickets are now on sale for TRADA’s annual Better Timber Buildings conference, which this year is being staged as a digital event.

Moving with materials and machinery times
21 April, 2020
More than ever, say producers, the mouldings market is about responsiveness to interior design trends and flexible, efficient, cost-effective manufacture. Mike Jeffree reports

The climate’s right for Timber kitchens
30 March, 2020
Wood’s looks and sustainability are proving a winning combination in UK kitchens. Mike Jeffree reports

Merchants look for clarification after latest Government coronavirus statement
24 March, 2020
Builders merchants and DIY stores are currently assessing their positions following the government’s latest coronavirus update which seems to keep the door open for their continued operation.

Richard Burbidge relocates head office
16 January, 2020
As part of the ongoing development of the company, Richard Burbidge, manufacturer and supplier of stair parts, decking accessories and decorative mouldings, has relocated its head office to Chirk, North Wales, joining the company’s existing onsite manufacturing and distribution facility.

UK Construction Week puts spotlight on the future
23 October, 2019
Some 34,327 construction professionals attended UK Construction Week (UKCW) on October 8-10 at Birmingham NEC.

Mouldings, the market and the pasta factor
17 May, 2019
The market may be holding its breath over Brexit, but moulding makers told Mike Jeffree they’re continuing to invest and develop new products.

What’s hot in the kitchen
20 March, 2019
The UK kitchen market is a competitive, fast-moving place, made more so as online influencers increasingly shape consumer choice. Mike Jeffree reports

Let the wind blow
16 January, 2019
2018 was not a stellar year for volume fencing demand. Wider market certainties remain for the early part of 2019, though timber price stability is predicted initially. Stephen Powney reports

B&Q reinforces commitment to kitchens/bathroom market by recruiting 800 new staff
02 August, 2018
DIY retailer B&Q is reinforcing its further commitment to the kitchens and bathrooms market by commencing recruitment of 800 new staff for its showroom areas to help customers.

Teknos appoints Sotherton
01 August, 2018
Peter Sotherton has joined the business development team at Teknos having previously worked for Crown Paints and B&Q.