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Insights 2025: ‘Confidence will lead to stability’

Neal Jones, MD of Blanco UK, says new innovations combined with reliability and trust will drive growth in the market across next year

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Insights 2025: ‘We’re more motivated than ever’

After the trials and tribulations of 2024, the joint managing director of Armera, Sarah Williams, is looking to next year with unbridled optimism

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What does your business need from the next UK government?

As the UK waits for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to name the date for the General Election, Andrew Vaux outlines the KBB retail industry’s hopes and fears for a new incoming government

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Studios should focus on personalised solutions

KBB market research specialist Jayne Barber of JKMR forecasts a promising future for kitchen studios, which will continue to benefit from offering a personal service

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The benefits of European manufacturers in the UK bathroom market

We turn our focus from the UK towards Europe and beyond, focusing on international bathroom brands and their benefits for retailers. Francesca Seden reports…

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Three-in-five retailers report ‘positive’ sales in 2023

Despite challenging economic conditions, the majority of KBB retailers report seeing “positive” sales and revenue figures this year.

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Switch on to smart appliances

From voice control and remote activation to smart functionality, which can save the consumer time, money, energy and reduce food waste, we explore the latest in connected appliances

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Despite pausing plans, renovators aren’t cancelling projects, new study reveals

Almost one-in-eight homeowners have put their planned renovations on hold, however less than one percent have cancelled their renovation plans outright.

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Roger Cooper: Looking back, and looking ahead

Having just retired as chairman of Bathroom Brands and following a career of over 50 years, Roger Cooper reflects on his legacy and offers his insight on the road ahead.

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Porcelain surfaces to see major surge in sales by 2030, says report

A new market report has predicted that porcelain worktop sales will see a massive boost over the next several years, with a predicted sales increase of 46%.

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KBB industry on brink of ‘golden age’ of refurbishments, says expert

Once the dust has settled after the current market turmoil, the KBB industry could be on the brink of a “golden decade of remodelling,” according to one market expert.

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Most consumers check environmental impact of products, study shows

A recent study on consumer behaviour has revealed concerns around the sustainability of home products and materials.

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TKC announces major price drop on Jigsaw products

TKC has announced a 20% price drop on products in its Vero true handle less kitchen range of Jigsaw brand products.

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Blum reports steep decline in sales amid challenging market

Austrian kitchen fittings giant Blum has revealed a steep decline in sales over the past financial year

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What’s next for the KBB market?

Consumers are facing a significant squeeze on household budgets as inflation soars ever higher and energy costs go through the roof. How will the KBB market weather the ups and downs of this looming storm? Chris Frankland investigates

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Kitchen furniture market will keep growing despite Covid setback, says AMA

The UK kitchen furniture market will continue its pre-Covid sales growth despite a 5% setback in 2020 thanks to the impact of the pandemic

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‘Understand customer needs’ to boost sales, says Methven CEO

Methven CEO Martin Walker says retailers must understand their target audience and focus on their needs.

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Sabine Mane, marketing manager, International Decorative Surfaces

The KBB industry will bounce back with vigour

Sabine Mané, marketing and e-commerce manager at International Decorative Surfaces, is upbeat about the prospects for the KBB industry in 2021 and…

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Insights 2025: ‘Confidence will lead to stability’

Insights 2025: ‘We’re more motivated than ever’

What does your business need from the next UK government?

Studios should focus on personalised solutions

The benefits of European manufacturers in the UK bathroom market

Three-in-five retailers report ‘positive’ sales in 2023

Switch on to smart appliances

Despite pausing plans, renovators aren’t cancelling projects, new study reveals

Roger Cooper: Looking back, and looking ahead

Porcelain surfaces to see major surge in sales by 2030, says report

KBB industry on brink of ‘golden age’ of refurbishments, says expert

Most consumers check environmental impact of products, study shows

TKC announces major price drop on Jigsaw products

Blum reports steep decline in sales amid challenging market

What’s next for the KBB market?

Kitchen furniture market will keep growing despite Covid setback, says AMA

‘Understand customer needs’ to boost sales, says Methven CEO

The KBB industry will bounce back with vigour

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