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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from us all at KBBFocus!

We would like to wish all our friends and colleagues in the KBB industry and beyond a wonderful and restful festive break! Here's to a happy, healthy...
industry news

Tue 23rd Dec 2025

Winners of the 24th Tile of Spain Awards from ASCER announced

ASCER (The Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association) has announced the winners of the 24th edition of the Tile of Spain Awards of Architecture...
industry news

Mon 22nd Dec 2025

Houzz – 5 business trends set to reshape construction & design in 2026

As the construction and design industry heads into a year defined by tighter margins, rising client expectations and accelerating tech adoption, home...
insight features

Mon 22nd Dec 2025

Crosswater adds Cistern and Showering Sets to portfolio to simplify buying process

Crosswater has announced the introduction of Cistern and Flush Plate Sets and Showering Sets to its offering, which it says enables it to provide the...
bathrooms news

Fri 19th Dec 2025

Tile of Spain looks ahead to 2026 with a preview of the stand-out tile trends

Offering a snapshot of the styles and surface trends set to define interiors in 2026, María D Arráez, director of Tile of Spain UK, and Clara Vicedo,...
insight features

Fri 19th Dec 2025

The 1810 Company bids farewell to Neil Cockcroft after 15 years of service

The 1810 Company is acknowledging the significant contribution of regional sales manager Neil Cockcroft, as he prepares to leave the business after 15...
kitchens news

Thu 18th Dec 2025

LDD UK celebrates 25 years of business despite industry challenges

Kitchen and appliance distributor LDD UK is celebrating 25 years in business, and founder Arthur B. Leaker remains optimistic about the future despite...
kitchens news

Wed 17th Dec 2025

New 2,000sq ft Kutchenhaus showroom opens in Hull city centre

A new Kutchenhaus kitchen showroom has launched at 22-28 George Street in Hull, occupying the site once home to the well-known Browns Books. Showcasin...
kitchens news

Tue 16th Dec 2025

Tissino's Edward Lewis – Why family-run suppliers still matter in today’s bathroom industry

Tissino managing director Edward Lewis outlines the benefits of dealing with suppliers who are family-run businesses and the advantages they can offer...
insight features

Tue 16th Dec 2025

ArtiCAD founders Richard and Theresa Turner retire after more than 30 years

After more than 30 years at the helm of one of the KBB industry’s most respected software innovators, Richard Turner, MD, and Theresa Turner, marketin...
industry news

Mon 15th Dec 2025

KBSA thanks Malcolm Scott for his service as he moves on to pastures new

The Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association (KBSA) has announced that Malcolm Scott has left the organisation to pursue pastures new. Malcolm...
industry news

Mon 15th Dec 2025

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Why Caesarstone Remains the Surface Brand of Choice for Independent Kitchen Retailers

By Jonathan Stanley, VP of Marketing & Customer Service for Caesarstone UK & Ireland A Partnership Built on Trust and Shared Success Caesarstone 511...
insight features

Mon 15th Dec 2025

Nick Jones rejoins Wilsonart in commercial director role

Panel designer and manufacturer Wilsonart has appointed Nick Jones as director worktops EMEA as the company looks to further affirm its presence in th...
new hire people

Fri 12th Dec 2025

Cyncly returns to KBB Birmingham 2026 with new solutions for the KBB industry

Software and content solutions provider Cyncly is returning to KBB Birmingham in 2026 to showcase its AI-enabled digital platform, which it says conne...
industry news

Thu 11th Dec 2025

Hettich UK announces leadership transition as Simeon Gabriel moves on

After nearly 4 years of driving growth and innovation at Hettich UK, managing director Simeon Gabriel is set to transition to a new role outside the f...
industry news

Thu 11th Dec 2025

HIX 2025 trend report: The top 3 influences currently shaping bathroom design

Best in show – Amelia Thorpe rounds up the hottest bathroom trends from this year’s HIX hotel design exhibition. Celebrating the best in hotel design...
bathrooms features

Thu 11th Dec 2025

CIH chairman Steve Scogings outlines ambitious growth plans for the year ahead

Steve Scogings, chairman of Combined Independents Holdings (CIH) – an electrical buying group which is part of Euronics – outlined ambitious plans for...
kitchens news

Tue 9th Dec 2025

Naturepanel extends award-winning range with 2700mm-high panels

Naturepanel has extended its award-winning range with new 2700mm high wall panels, which have been thoughtfully designed to meet the growing demand fo...
industry news

Tue 9th Dec 2025

The KBBFocus Awards & Celebration 2025 photo gallery is now live!

The photography gallery of the KBBFocus Awards & Celebration 2025, which took place on 4th December at a glittering lunchtime extravaganza at The Brew...
industry news

Tue 9th Dec 2025

CIH/Euronics joins AMDEA in a move providing a boost for independent retail

The Association of Manufacturers of Domestic Appliances (AMDEA) has announced that Combined Independents Holdings (trading as Euronics in the UK) has...
kitchens news

Mon 8th Dec 2025

Blum UK appoints Toby Russell as new head of UK sales

Furnishing solutions specialist Blum has appointed Toby Russell as its new head of sales for the UK. Having worked for the business since 2022, Toby w...
new hire people

Mon 8th Dec 2025

Sensio Lighting unveils new 2026 product range

Sensio Lighting, a leader in LED lighting innovation, has announced the launch of its 2026 product range. With all products designed in the UK, the co...
industry news

Mon 8th Dec 2025

The full list of KBBFocus Awards 2025 winners has been announced!

Following an afternoon of festive fun, entertainment and delicious food at The Brewery in London, the full list of winners of the KBBFocus Awards & Ce...
industry news

Thu 4th Dec 2025

Flair Showers announces new partnership with interior designer Tammy Lane

Flair Showers has partnered with interior designer and founder of Lane Interiors, Tammy Lane, whose innovative approach and passion for quality design...
bathrooms news

Thu 4th Dec 2025

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