Highlights
Masterclass invests in production facility to support growth
Masterclass Kitchens has invested £150,000 in a new panel packaging line at its manufacturing facility in Llantrisant, South Wales.
[26-11-20]
Wait…can Wren STILL open in lockdown?
In yet another twist to the Wren lockdown saga, Trading Standards has told kbbreview that the national retailer might still be able to open its showrooms despite the new government rules ordering kitchen and bathroom showrooms to close.
[25-11-20]
Hettich launches worldwide hybrid ‘experience days’
Hettich has launched a series of global hybrid experience days to help it reach its customers and partners despite the coronavirus pandemic.
[24-11-20]
KBB showrooms CAN open after lockdown lifts
KBB retailers in England will be able to open their showrooms once the lockdown restrictions are lifted on December 2, the Prime Minister has confirmed.
[24-11-20]
Save Our Skills – two-thirds of candidates in new roles
Two thirds of job seekers who have come through kbbreview’s Save Our Skills initiative have found new roles. The campaign began back in the summer…
[23-11-20]
kbbreview Retail & Design Awards wins THREE awards of its own
The kbbreview Retail & Design Awards has won three major events industry trophies, crowning it as one of the best awards events in the UK.…
[23-11-20]
Wren IS closing its showrooms to the public
Wren has confirmed that it is abiding by the new government rules and is closing its retail showrooms to the public. It is still not…
[20-11-20]
Vitra maintains product supplies for retailers during pandemic
Product availability for retailers and its distribution partners has been Vitra’s top priority during 2020.
[20-11-20]
Exclusive: Magnet closing all retail showrooms in lockdown
National kitchen chain Magnet has confirmed to kbbreview that it has closed all its English retail showrooms in line with the new government guidance. However,…
[19-11-20]
Ripples and Kutchenhaus confirm full showroom closure in lockdown
Two of the UK’s biggest kitchen and bathroom franchise networks have confirmed that they are fully complying with the new government lockdown rules. The 13…
[19-11-20]
Phil Ryan
Expertise: Managing Director Area: North West I am a highly experienced managing director, with over 30 years in the kbb and plumbers merchants industry, managing and…
[22-11-20]
Stephen Palmer
Expertise: Sales Area: National I have several years of KBB industry experience within lighting and kitchen design. This includes various external and internal sales roles…
[18-10-20]
Michael Haigh
Expertise: Head of Marketing/Brand Area: National A highly professional, hardworking, ambitious and enthusiastic marketer with a proven track record of delivering results in B2B & B2C…
[07-10-20]
Annette Wensley
Expertise: Area Sales Manager Area: South East I am experienced, resourceful and extremely passionate within the sales environment. I have a demonstrated history working within…
[05-10-20]
New boost for kbbreview’s Save Our Skills campaign
Save Our Skills, the kbbreview campaign aimed at helping anyone made redundant in the kbb sector has stepped up a gear with a new podcast…
[05-10-20]
Pete Penlington
Expertise: Senior Business Leadership Area: National A results driven, self-motivated and resourceful Commercial Director with a proven ability to develop and strengthen management teams in…
[05-10-20]
Dave Hart
Expertise: Sales Area: South West and South Wales I have worked in the construction and P&H allied industry for over 40 years, starting my career…
[02-10-20]
Paul Bruckshaw
Expertise: Operations/sales Area: Derby/Nottingham I am a highly progressive Sales & Operations Manager with key industry experience across kbb markets in both residential and new…
[02-10-20]
Matthew Cooke
Expertise: KBB Design/Sales Area: South West I have worked in the KBB industry for six years as a kitchen, bathroom and fitted bedroom sales designer…
[24-09-20]
Wayne Lote
Expertise: Sales Area: Midlands I am a highly experienced Field Sales Executive in account management and new business development. I have an enthusiasm for work…
[24-09-20]
BMA hits back at BBC 'leaky loos' probe
The Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) has restated its commitment to reduce water wastage, including from leaking toilets.
[30-09-20]
Half of Brits would buy pre-owned goods for projects, says Used Kitchen Exchange poll
More than half of UK homeowners (52%) would prefer to buy pre-owned goods when upgrading their homes, according to a survey by Used Kitchen Exchange.
[27-08-20]
Include water-saving products in Green Homes Grant, say BMA and BiKBBI
BMA and BiKBBI urge Government to include support for installation of more efficient water fittings in Green Homes Grant.
[20-08-20]
Industry urged to embrace 'virtual' Kitchen Passport scheme
The Used Kitchen Company (TUKC) – which resells kitchens from both showrooms and consumers – has taken its Kitchen Passport initiative to the next level with the launch of a dedicated website.
[16-07-20]
Grohe nominated for sustainability award
Bathroom and kitchen fittings brand Grohe has been nominated for the German Sustainability Award 2021 for its continued commitment to sustainability.
[14-07-20]
Over 400 colours to choose from. That are always green.
Fill your life with naturalness – with high-quality baths, basins and shower trays made from 100% recyclable materials.
[26-04-20]
Used Kitchen Exchange launches carbon neutral calculator
The Used Kitchen Exchange has launched a new online resource for kitchen showrooms with its ‘kitchen sustainability calculator’.
[27-02-20]
Searle and Taylor scoops TUKC ‘greatest green showroom’ award
Winchester-based retailer Searle and Taylor has won The Used Kitchen Company’s (TUKC) ‘Greatest Green Showroom’ Award, 2019.
[07-02-20]
Bauformat a sustainability partner for kbbreview Retail & Design Awards
Bauformat has signed up to be one of the sustainability partners of the 2020 kbbreview Retail & Design Awards at the Birmingham Metropole hotel on March 2.
[30-01-20]
Sustainability central to Taylist Media’s plans for 2020
Taylist Media, the publisher of kbbreview, Kitchens Bedrooms & Bathrooms and Studio magazines, has put sustainability at the forefront of its business plan for 2020.
[11-12-19]
Marketing to deliver results
Katy Black, marketing director for Verona, one of the UK’s largest tile distributors, offers retailers her top tips for enhancing marketing activities to deliver the best results in store
[25-11-20]
Full disclosure
Owain Harrison, country manager, Novy explains why clear lines of communication and honesty are key to building successful relationships
[24-11-20]
We need to join together
Natalie Peters, designer at Kitchens Etc, North Creake, talks about how her experience on the Foundation Kitchen Design Degree course has helped her think differently about her relationships between suppliers and customers.
[17-11-20]
Fitter for the purpose
Arte Form joint MD Nathan Helms considers the industry-wide skills shortage and explains why he’s confused by the Wras approvals scheme
[09-11-20]
Do we or don’t we? That is the question
Wayne Dance, MD of InHouse, talks about the positive spending in the home improvements industry since lockdown one and lockdown number two.
[05-11-20]
Lockdown part 2: The industry reacts
Scott Dyson, managing director of Design House in Leeds responds to the news of a second national lockdown. He reveals how they plan to operate with the month-long measures in place and how it will impact business
[04-11-20]
Why the kbbreview Awards are more important than ever...
The kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2021 is open for entries and the Covid backdrop means it’s more vital than ever to celebrate success and…
[04-11-20]
Stuck in the middle with you
Darren Taylor, MD of Searle and Taylor, says that appliance shortages since the first lockdown have been causing headaches for him and his customers
[03-11-20]
Marketing: is your message clear?
Paul Crow, managing director Ripples, suggests that with more and more platforms to put across your digital message, and with consumers confused by the choices on the market, it has never been more important to get your marketing right
[28-10-20]
Local Heroes
The Close To Home initiative is designed to get consumers to consider local independents when thinking of a new project. It’s all the idea of Kitchens Bedrooms & Bathrooms magazine, so we asked editor Lindsay Blair to tell us more
[27-10-20]
Installer shortages: 'It's going to be a disaster...'
Post-Covid demand has highlighted the industry's severe shortage of qualified installers. Here's what BiKBBI's Damian Walters REALLY thinks…
[02-11-20]
How to hone your mid-Covid marketing strategy
A range of industry experts outline the key action points that independent KBB retailers must undertake to get their marketing strategy on point
[13-10-20]
'We want Acquabella to be THE reference brand for shower trays in the UK'
Juan José Benavent, CEO of Spanish shower tray specialist Acquabella, reflects on how he steered the brand through one of the most challenging events the world has ever experienced
[03-09-20]
Taylist Media: The Lockdown Diaries
All the way through the lockdown Taylist Media played its part in inspiring, supporting and informing the kbb industry – so while the circumstances were unprecedented it means we just carried on doing what we’ve always done for over 35 years….
[04-08-20]
Interview: Ron Shemesh, Lux Group
Ron Shemesh, the owner of Lux Group, talks exclusively to kbbreview about his failed bid to buy Poggenpohl. The deal collapsed at the last second…
[29-07-20]
INTERVIEW: Iris Jeglitza-Moshage, Messe Frankfurt
Following Grohe’s decision to pull out of ISH 2021 over health and safety fears, Iris Jeglitza-Moshage, chief of communications, at Messe Frankfurt, insists that all…
[17-07-20]
The kbbreview Unlockdown Diaries: The marketeer
As retail officially reopened on June 15, kbbreview asked key industry figures to keep a diary of the week as a snapshot of the post-lockdown…
[10-07-20]
The kbbreview Unlockdown Diaries: The jobseeker
As retail officially reopened on June 15, kbbreview asked key industry figures to keep a diary of the week as a snapshot of the post-lockdown…
[02-07-20]
Independent’s day?
Richard Hassell, director of More than Baths in Doncaster, has long been a frequent vocal critic of many bathroom suppliers over their dealings with online…
[29-06-20]
The kbbreview Unlockdown Diaries: The Wigmore Street retailer
As retail officially reopened on June 15, kbbreview asked key industry figures to keep a diary of the week as a snapshot of the post-lockdown…
[25-06-20]
BATHROOM TRENDS: Rak Ceramics
Rak Ceramics has released a new range of mirrors and cabinets with features such as LED illumination.
[24-11-20]
SURFACE TRENDS: Hi-Macs
Hi-Macs has released three new colours for its Granite collection.
[19-11-20]
APPLIANCE TRENDS: Smeg
Smeg has expanded its Victoria range cooker collection with the addition of 900mm and 1,000mm models in slate grey.
[18-11-20]
BATHROOM TRENDS: Hudson Reed
The Solar and the Fusion Smart furniture ranges will now be available with a new ceramic basin option.
[17-11-20]
KITCHEN TRENDS: Blanco
The Blanco Unit combines sinks, taps, in-cabinet waste and organisation into one system.
[16-11-20]
Company Showroom Manager
JT Atkinson is a family owned independent Builders’ Merchant with over 160 years’ experience in the supply of building materials. Our success is based the…
[10-11-20]
Sales Designer - Leek
At English Interiors we’re passionate about our business, our products, our customers and our people. We are market leaders in our field; designing, selling and…
[10-11-20]
Sales Designers - Scotland
At Ashley Ann we’re passionate about our business, our products, our customers and our people. We are market leaders in our field; designing, selling and…
[10-11-20]
Kitchen Designer - Kingston Upon Thames
At Brayer Design, we are currently on the lookout for a skilled designer/draughtsperson proficient in AutoCAD and, ideally, Winner to join our team. Experience in…
[09-11-20]
Sales Manager - Maidenhead
A fantastic opportunity to work for Anthony Mullan furniture, a leading, family-owned, furniture designer and manufacturer based in Maidenhead, Berkshire. The role is primarily based…
[06-11-20]
Kitchen Designer - Hampshire
Swan Systems Furniture, an experienced fitted bedroom manufacturer and retailer, are now diversifying into fitted kitchens. They are looking to recruit an excellent kitchen sales…
[05-11-20]
Sales Designer - Edinburgh
Position: Sales Designer Location: Edinburgh Hours: Full Time Salary: In line with industry standards Sales Designer An exciting position has become available for full time…
[29-10-20]
Head Of Sales - Midlands
Our client is the UK’s leading manufacturer and supplier of specialist coatings, specifically for wood and timber applications. They have invested heavily in their R…
[20-10-20]
Area Sales Manager (m/f/x) UK - Midlands and Wales
BORA Holding GmbH has provided a breath of fresh air in the kitchen sector with its innovative downdraft systems since 2007. The company is based…
[14-10-20]
Sales Designer - Fulham and Guilford
Roundhouse are looking for Sales Designers to work in our Fulham and Guildford showrooms Founded over 20 years ago by architects, Roundhouse is a multi-award-winning…
[06-10-20]
Reginox | Natasha Pearce
Natasha Pearce has been appointed area sales manager for the North. She will grow and develop both existing and new customers.
[12-11-20]
IDS | Rob Mckechnie
IDS has appointed Rob Mckechnie in the new role of digital marketing manager.
[10-11-20]
Burlanes Interiors | Martin Bepey
Martin Bepey has been made showroom manager of the Sevenoaks Burlanes interiors showroom.
[09-11-20]
Whirlpool | Kimberley Garner, Tim Buszka and Charmaine Warner
Whirlpool has made three changes within its team.
[06-11-20]
Rangemaster | Tom O’Sullivan
Rangemaster has appointed Tom O’Sullivan as regional sales manager. He will cover Northamptonshire, the east of England, London and the Home Counties.
[22-10-20]
Imperial Bathrooms | Richard Hutchinson
Imperial Bathrooms has appointed Richard Hutchinson as the company’s new key accounts and contracts manager.
[22-10-20]
Triton | Emily Johnson, Philip Viner and Stuart Lane
Triton has changed it board of directors and has appointed Emily Johnson as sales director for retail and export, Philip Viner as commercial director and Stuart Lane as trade sales director.
[09-10-20]
Haier | Mark Armstrong
Mark Armstrong has been appointed as the new channel director for Haier Europe. His main goal will be to drive the contracts business in the UK and the Republic of Ireland (RoI).
[08-10-20]
Clive Christian Furniture | Phillip Cole
Phillip Cole has been appointed as global sales director at Clive Christian Furniture. The furniture company is currently under new leadership from new owner and chairman, David Dare.
[07-10-20]
