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Victorian Plumbing Group reports record sales and 4% revenue rise

Victorian Plumbing Group reports record sales and 4% revenue rise

Bathroom retailer Victorian Plumbing Group has revealed that its revenue increased by around 4% in its latest trading update, which covers the year ending 30th September 2024. It says that revenue decreased approximately 1% on a like-for-like basis, excluding the impact...

BathroomsNews Thu 17th Oct 2024

BiKBBI & Blum UK’s Funding the Future partnership delivers results

The British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Installation (BiKBBI) says that i... Posted Wed 16th Oct 2024

Sachsenküchen previews new styles for 2025 at Hausmesse

German kitchen manufacturer Sachsenküchen has hailed September’s Hausmesse &nbs... Posted Wed 16th Oct 2024

Häfele UK becomes exclusive distributor of the Rayburn Ranger

Häfele UK has announced it is now the exclusive kbb market distributor of the Rayburn... Posted Wed 16th Oct 2024

Rotpunkt unveils latest innovations at Hausmesse 2024

German kitchen manufacturer Rotpunkt has showcased its latest innovations at Hausmesse 202... Posted Tue 15th Oct 2024

Membership of The IPG growing at ‘unprecedented rate’

The IPG – the membership group of independently owned plumbing stores and bathroom s... Posted Tue 15th Oct 2024

RAK Ceramics launches new stainless steel recessed storage niches

RAK Ceramics has extended its RAK-Ingot range with the launch of its new stainless steel r... Posted Tue 15th Oct 2024

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Tissino's Sally Bettison – How fashion influences product design

Tissino's Sally Bettison – How fashion influences product design

Warrington-based bathroom manufacturer Tissino's product manager Sally Bettison reveals how the worlds of fash...

InsightFeatures Thu 17th Oct 2024

Key highlights from the 2024 UK Houzz Bathroom Trends Study

Key highlights from the 2024 UK Houzz Bathroom Trends Study

Home renovation and design platform Houzz has shared the findings from its 2024 UK Houzz Bathroom Trends Study...

BathroomsFeatures Wed 16th Oct 2024

How Braco Designs created a welcoming space in a historical building

How Braco Designs created a welcoming space in a historical building

When the team at Dunblane-based retailer Braco Designs took on a kitchen project in a 200-year-old mill, they ...

KitchensFeatures Tue 15th Oct 2024

Appliances focus: 10 of the standout product launches from IFA 2024

Appliances focus: 10 of the standout product launches from IFA 2024

IFA 2024 celebrated its 100th anniversary in Berlin with over 215,000 visitors from 138 countries attending th...

KitchensFeatures Mon 14th Oct 2024

10 black and white tile designs to add monochrome magic to a scheme

10 black and white tile designs to add monochrome magic to a scheme

For drama, elegance and statement-making impact, nothing beats the simplicity of a high-contrast monochrome co...

InsightFeatures Fri 11th Oct 2024

Interview: Simon Taylor – My key to a successful apprenticeship scheme

Interview: Simon Taylor – My key to a successful apprenticeship scheme

Rather than train apprentices in-house, Aylesbury-based bespoke furniture maker Simon Taylor is reaping the be...

InterviewFeatures Thu 10th Oct 2024

InstallerSHOW's Andy Bishop looks ahead to 2025's event

InstallerSHOW's Andy Bishop looks ahead to 2025's event

InstallerSHOW grew its bathroom content in 2024 and added kitchens to the mix to create Installer Kitchens & B...

InsightFeatures Wed 9th Oct 2024

Why miniature range cookers can broaden your customer base

Why miniature range cookers can broaden your customer base

Mini 60cm range cookers offer all the traditional good looks and functionality of the larger models, but can a...

KitchensFeatures Tue 8th Oct 2024

How Callerton proved the perfect choice for a design specialist client

How Callerton proved the perfect choice for a design specialist client

When Michelle Pickstock from Callerton Kitchens & Interiors embarked on this project she knew it had to be ext...

KitchensFeatures Mon 7th Oct 2024

Daniel Boulton – The power of personalisation in kitchen design

Daniel Boulton – The power of personalisation in kitchen design

Daniel Boulton, procurement manager at Clearwater, reveals the value of stand-out products that don't necessar...

InsightFeatures Fri 4th Oct 2024

How the wellness trend is driving demand for spa-style bathrooms

How the wellness trend is driving demand for spa-style bathrooms

As consumers crave an escape from the stresses of day-to-day life, interest in spa-like bathroom spaces has so...

BathroomsFeatures Thu 3rd Oct 2024

Interview: How Nathan Kingsbury works with clients to find inspiration

Interview: How Nathan Kingsbury works with clients to find inspiration

Reigate-based kitchens and interiors specialist Nathan Kingsbury places the client at the centre of his approa...

InterviewFeatures Wed 2nd Oct 2024

How Eat Soak Sleep's vibrant space reflected a client's character

How Eat Soak Sleep's vibrant space reflected a client's character

Sophie Temple of Rugby-based kitchen, bathroom and bedroom specialist Eat Soak Sleep reveals how she and the t...

BathroomsFeatures Tue 1st Oct 2024

Crown Imperial unveils stunning new slim shaker kitchen collection  Sponsored

Crown Imperial unveils stunning new slim shaker kitchen collection

Slim shaker kitchens are one of the latest interior trends, offering a new take on the traditional design with...

KitchensFeatures Mon 30th Sep 2024

Design focus – Built-in refrigeration is much smarter than you think

Design focus – Built-in refrigeration is much smarter than you think

Built-in fridge-freezers have just as much functionality as the freestanding models with voice control, precis...

KitchensFeatures Mon 30th Sep 2024

How we juggle building a retail business with raising a young family

How we juggle building a retail business with raising a young family

Running a small business is no mean feat, but doing it while raising 3 small children? That takes serious team...

InsightFeatures Fri 27th Sep 2024

Interview: Steve Jones on Sirius's quality over quantity approach

Interview: Steve Jones on Sirius's quality over quantity approach

Sirius MD Steve Jones took a break from preparing for the buying group’s annual UK Trade Show in Milton Keyn...

InterviewFeatures Thu 26th Sep 2024

Compound Marketing Growth: A long-term strategy for success that works

Compound Marketing Growth: A long-term strategy for success that works

Marketing isn’t just about quick wins – it’s about building lasting relationships and a strong reputatio...

InsightFeatures Wed 25th Sep 2024

How Collins Bespoke created a serene space in a busy family home

How Collins Bespoke created a serene space in a busy family home

We talk to the team at Kent-based kitchen specialist Collins Bespoke to hear how they created a connected open...

KitchensFeatures Tue 24th Sep 2024

Could bathroom 'accessory bundles' help increase your sales?

Could bathroom 'accessory bundles' help increase your sales?

Bathroom accessories are not just functional but are integral to a successful bathroom design – what's more ...

BathroomsFeatures Mon 23rd Sep 2024

Bold Designs and Punchy Veins  Sponsored

Bold Designs and Punchy Veins

The kitchen is the heart of the home and as a result often plays an important role in embodying the style and ...

KitchensFeatures Mon 23rd Sep 2024

Moores' Richard Medlock – Being FSC Certified is not just about timber

Moores' Richard Medlock – Being FSC Certified is not just about timber

As FSC Forest Week approaches, Richard Medlock, integrated management systems manager at British kitchen manuf...

InsightFeatures Fri 20th Sep 2024

Tom Reynolds – We have an urgent need for skilled tradespeople

Tom Reynolds – We have an urgent need for skilled tradespeople

Tom Reynolds, chief executive of the BMA, highlights recent survey results confirming that the future of indus...

InsightFeatures Thu 19th Sep 2024

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Stuart Turner Group makes two key appointments to leadership team

Stuart Turner Group makes two key appointments to leadership team

Stuart Turner Group, the manufacturer of water-boosting pumps and systems, has strengthened its leadership tea...

New HirePeople Tue 15th Oct 2024

Roca Group UK grows sales and specification teams with 2 appointments

Roca Group UK grows sales and specification teams with 2 appointments

Roca Group UK has welcomed two new members of staff to its team. Rob Slimming (pictured left) joins as regiona...

New HirePeople Mon 16th Sep 2024

Sarsen Stone Group hires new group commercial director

Sarsen Stone Group hires new group commercial director

UK-based leading tile and stone company Sarsen Stone Group has announced the appointment of John Diamond as th...

New HirePeople Fri 13th Sep 2024

Utopia welcomes new business development manager to the team

Utopia welcomes new business development manager to the team

Utopia has welcomed John L’Erario as business development manager who will have responsibility for the East ...

New HirePeople Wed 4th Sep 2024

Katherine Horsley joins House of Piccadilly as senior sales manager

Katherine Horsley joins House of Piccadilly as senior sales manager

Luxury bathroom supplier House of Piccadilly has announced the appointment of Katherine Horsley to the role of...

New HirePeople Mon 2nd Sep 2024

Adamsons announces new hires after designer retires after 35 years

Adamsons announces new hires after designer retires after 35 years

Home transformation expert Adamsons, based in Tameside, has appointed 2 new team members, following the retire...

New HirePeople Fri 30th Aug 2024

Bertazzoni UK recruits Paul Whyte as commercial director

Bertazzoni UK recruits Paul Whyte as commercial director

Italian kitchen appliance brand Bertazzoni has recruited Paul Whyte to the newly created position of commercia...

New HirePeople Fri 30th Aug 2024

Alku promotes Martin Procter to role of production director

Alku promotes Martin Procter to role of production director

Alku, the kitchen brand of Getley UK, has announced that, due to the rapid growth of the brand, Alku productio...

New HirePeople Thu 29th Aug 2024

Villeroy & Boch hires new head of global corporate communications

Villeroy & Boch hires new head of global corporate communications

Melanie Schnitzler has been appointed head of global corporate communications at the Villeroy & Boch Group. In...

New HirePeople Fri 23rd Aug 2024