Highlights
Laufen reveals pioneering sustainable toilet at ISH
Laufen unveiled a urine-separating toilet concept at ISH that it hoped will revolutionise the sanitation industry and play a key role in future wastewater management in busy urban areas.
[19-03-19]
Colourful ISH hailed ‘best ever’
Derek Miller, co-owner of leading Glasgow retailer Scope Bathrooms, has hailed this year’s ISH trade exhibition as the best he’s ever attended.
[15-03-19]
Exclusive: Ideal Standard CEO upbeat over Brexit
Ideal Standard CEO Torsten Tuerling has reassured retailers that the company is prepared for any Brexit eventuality and that market remains positive.
[15-03-19]
Exclusive: Is Wayfair the latest threat to UK bathroom retail?
Wayfair has made no secret that a team from its plumbing category was at ISH hunting for new partnerships to grow its bathroom sales.
[15-03-19]
Exclusive: ‘Why I will give Jaquar 50% of my floor space’
A Newcastle businessman set to open a bathroom studio revealed at ISH that he will be giving 50% of his floor space to challenger brand Jaquar.
[15-03-19]
Exclusive: Jaquar: ‘We can offer UK dealers up to 50% margin’
Indian bathroom brand Jaquar has revealed that UK partner retailers could access between 30% and 50% margin by selling its products as it strives to take market share from its European competitors in the UK.
[15-03-19]
Exclusive: Dornbracht confident ahead of Brexit challenges
David Nicholls, UK sales and marketing director for Dornbracht and Alape, admitted that the brands were “under pressure” in the UK and that 2019 looked like it was going to be a “tough” year.
[15-03-19]
Exclusive: Dansani MD reveals Brexit strategy
Christian Asmussen, UK MD of Danish bathroom supplier Dansani, has outlined the company’s plans for a no-deal Brexit amid growing calls from its dealer base to clarify its position.
[15-03-19]
Exclusive: Flair Showers: ‘We’re back and quietly confident’
Flair Showers, the Ulster shower door business that went into administration in 2012, has rebranded and relaunched in the UK.
[15-03-19]
Ideal Standard reveals new design-led collection
Ideal Standard, has unveiled new products in collaboration with Italian design studio Palomba Serafini Associati at ISH 2019.
[15-03-19]
Topps Tiles bags rival for £3.3m
Topps Tiles has bought a controlling stake in Guildford tile supply firm Strata for £3.3 million plus a £400,000 closing adjustment in cash.
[18-04-19]
Fiesta to help SMEs access apprenticeship funding
Fiesta has set up a new route for small employers in the furniture and interiors industries to access government funds to train apprentices.
[18-04-19]
Geberit shower toilets ‘in the park’ this summer
Geberit’s AquaClean shower toilets will be giving VIP music festival revellers and performers something to talk about this summer...
[18-04-19]
Homebase narrows losses as it cuts £100m from cost base
Homebase revealed the dramatic extent of its restructure to date in its first earnings release since its disastrous ownership of Australian DIY giant Wesfarmers.
[17-04-19]
New managing director for Kohler Mira
The owner of Mira Showers, Kohler Mira, has appointed company veteran Craig Baker as its new managing director. He replaces Liz Hazeldene.
[17-04-19]
Merlyn launches breast cancer awareness campaign
Merlyn has teamed up with breast cancer charity, the Pink Ribbon Foundation, to raise awareness of breast cancer and help to save lives.
[16-04-19]
Linda Barker to partner with Used Kitchen Exchange
TV presenter and celebrity interior designer Linda Barker will become a customer ambassador for kitchen reseller Used Kitchen Exchange (UKE).
[16-04-19]
Merlyn and Triton continue to perform well
Strong demand for UK shower specialists Merlyn and Triton helped to boost revenue for their owner Norcros over the 12 months to end of March.
[15-04-19]
Armac Martin celebrates 90th anniversary with key product launches
Birmingham-based luxury components company, Armac Martin has announced its plans to commemorate 90 years in business with the launch of several new product ranges throughout 2019. To…
[15-04-19]
Exclusive: Neue Alno to recruit new UK team
The new owner of Alno fitted kitchens told kbbreview that it is on the cusp of recruiting a new team to help rebuild the business in the UK.
[11-04-19]
Support, educate and reward
Jonathan Hartley, channel manager for kitchen retail, DA, Samsung Electronics UK, explains how the brand is supporting, educating and rewarding its retail network through its new Kitchen Circle Partner programme
[01-04-19]
Appliances: ‘Good time to offer something different’
As Italian manufacturer Fulgor Milano prepares to enter the UK, Euroline MD Nigel Jacobs explains the opportunity in the UK for a new luxury cooking brand.
[28-03-19]
"Gas hobs are going nowhere"
Malcolm Scott, Swift’s commercial director, suggests that the days of the gas hob may not be over yet.
[27-03-19]
Online retail: If you can’t beat them, join them
A retailer responds to Nathan Helms, MD of Arte Form brassware, on the impact of the internet on the bathroom market.
[21-03-19]
Sustainability and the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2019
This year’s awards will not only be the first carbon neutral event, but will also leave a lasting legacy in Manchester itself…
[11-03-19]
UKE: being a sustainability partner for kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 'a natural fit'
The Used Kitchen Exchange has supported the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards though its sustainability partnership.
[07-03-19]
Better Bathrooms: ‘good riddance and adios’
The outspoken owner of Designer Walls and More in Bolton, Gary Walmsley, tells kbbreview why he is not sorry about the collapse of Better Bathrooms
[07-03-19]
Pitch Perfect
Recognising the importance of offering support to retailers every step of the way, InSinkErator has identified some of the most common barriers to sale and offers useful tips on how to hone your sales pitch to overcome those challenges.
[05-03-19]
Bathroom design is a bit stale…
Indian bathroom brand Jaquar is new to the UK and is hoping to win over retailers not only with the quality of its products, but also its pledge to protect margins and a strict internet policy
[04-03-19]
Inspiring innovation in the kitchen can help boost your sales
Samsung’s built-in appliances are creating opportunities for different conversations with consumers in your showroom. Jonathan Hartley, channel manager for kitchen retail and B2B Samsung UK,…
[02-03-19]
'The world’s first fully sustainable, eco-friendly kitchen'
To shake up the market with a product that’s genuinely new, The Real Kitchen Company has launched a sustainable kitchen range made from bamboo.
[17-04-19]
Sustainability: 'I’ve become a bit of an eco-fascist'
Designer Sandy Armitage of Sandy Armitage Designs was turned on to the subject of sustainability 10 years ago and has been a fierce advocate ever since
[11-04-19]
Sustainability: We have got to be responsible’
Keith Wardrope, MD of HPP, which is a 2019 kbbreview Retail & Design Awards sustainability sponsor, explains why his company is doing all it can to reduce its environmental impact.
[03-04-19]
Perfect Partners
Graham Robinson (pictured), manager of the Halcyon Interiors showroom, on Wigmore Street, reveals why partnering with brands that offer good service and support is the key to success
[01-04-19]
Sustainability: I'm not a green warrior but...
Grant Hughes, the graduate designer from Herbert William kitchens, tells us how he believes we can all make our businesses more environmentally-friendly.
[28-03-19]
High street focus: The North-East
The much heavy industry in the North-East has disappeared, there are signs of regeneration. Chris Saunders talks to KBB retailers in the region, who are positive about the future
[21-03-19]
Retailers and suppliers: A marriage of convenience?
Retailers and suppliers are a vital part of each other’s businesses. Vicki Evans examines how they manage the give and take that all healthy partnerships require
[14-03-19]
How the judging works at the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards
The judging process is unique to this industry and is designed to make sure that those who won have truly earned their trophy.
[13-03-19]
‘We wouldn’t have built this if we were worried about Brexit…’
With uncertainty still clouding the market, why has Wayne Dance, MD of KBB distributor and retailer InHouse, just invested £2.2 million in a brand new headquarters and showroom? Tim Wallace went to meet him
[27-02-19]
Contracts: Is there money to be made?
The contracts sector is shunned by many KBB retailers, and with good reason, as it can be risky. Approach it the right way, though, and it can be very lucrative, so here are three kitchen and bathroom retailers who have made a success of this market
[21-02-19]
SURFACE TRENDS: Caesarstone
Caesarstone’s Empira White gives the appearance of marble but is a quartz stone, said to be stain-, scratch-, crack- and chip-resistant.
[18-04-19]
KITCHEN TRENDS: Tom Howley
Tom Howley is bang up-to-date with the latest food trends with its new colourway – avocado.
[17-04-19]
BATHROOM TRENDS: Merlyn Showering
With the industrial trend in the home still on the up, Merlyn Showering has expanded its Black collection.
[16-04-19]
APPLIANCE TRENDS: Elica
The Skydome extractor from Elica fits flush with the ceiling, giving the end user a seamless and modern look.
[15-04-19]
SURFACE TRENDS: Cosentino
Cosentino has launched a new slim range of its Dekton surfaces that is 4mm thick.
[11-04-19]
KITCHEN TRENDS: Trend Kitchens
Trend Kitchens is keeping up with the current trend of blue kitchens with the introduction of three new colours.
[10-04-19]
BATHROOM TRENDS: Victoria and Albert
Victoria and Albert has given its customers the option to choose from 194 RAL colours for the outside of any of its baths and sinks.
[09-04-19]
APPLIANCE TRENDS: Blanco
This combination downdraft extractor and hob provides an option for designers who want to maximise on space.
[08-04-19]
SURFACE TRENDS: CRL Stone
The trend for materials inspired by nature can be easily introduced into any design with CRL Stone’s latest ceramic range – Ceralsio Ferro Vecchio.
[04-04-19]
KITCHEN TRENDS: Franke
Franke has released a new multifunctional sink that has an all-in-one multi-tasking area to optimise the use of space in the kitchen.
[03-04-19]
Area Sales Manager
We are specifically looking for two candidates based in the Cambridgeshire and Manchester areas with good KBB industry experience, ideally in the bathroom sector
[16-04-19]
Sales Agents – Various locations
Self employed sales agents for all areas of the UK and Ireland who currently call on bathroom showrooms and plumbers merchants or operate in the shower tray and bath market.
[16-04-19]
Talented Depot Managers & Field Based Business Developers in London
Howdens works with local builders to transform homes by designing, manufacturing and selling inspirational market leading kitchens to the tade only.
[15-04-19]
Talented Sales Designers OTE £50,000 – £70,000 London, Home Counties & M4 Corridor
The BHID Group is now firmly established as the leading provider of high-end Doors, Bedrooms, Studies and Libraries.
[01-04-19]
Sales Designers OTE £60,000 - £80,000 with Retainer
For four generations, the Strachan family has been designing, manufacturing and installing luxury bespoke fitted furniture for discerning clients throughout the UK.
[15-03-19]
Business Development Manager – Midlands
Ideal Distribution Ltd has proven to be a successful trade distributor of quality kitchen furniture.
[24-01-19]
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[15-11-18]
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[07-08-18]
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[31-08-17]
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[24-08-17]
Kudos | Paul Booth
Paul Booth has been appointed to the role of operations director for Cumbria-based manufacturer, Kudos Shower Products.
[15-04-19]
Acres Consultancy | Graham Jackson
Graham Jackson has joined Acres Consultancy as the company extends the range of consultancy services offered to include leadership, coaching and performance management.
[08-04-19]
Bette | Sebastian Noack
Bette has appointed Sebastian Noack as the head of international project business.
[08-04-19]
Maxtop | Shawn Buckle
Maxtop Quartz has expanded its UK sales team with the appointment of Shawn Buckle as regional sales manager for the South of England.
[25-03-19]
Caesarstone | Hazel Blake and Holly Barns
Caesarstone has appointed two new members to its UK sales team with strong backgrounds in the kitchen and bathroom retail industry.
[25-03-19]
Caple | Nicola Calver
Caple has appointed Nicola Calver as business development manager (BDM) for East Anglia and East London.
[25-03-19]
ArtiCAD | Six new appointments
ArtiCAD has strengthened its team with a number of promotions and a new appointment.
[18-03-19]
Acres Consultancy | Aiden Cowell
Acres Consultancy has expanded its recruitment team to meet growing demand.
[18-03-19]