
The KBB retailer’s secret weapon
Inspire KBB’s marketing director, Emily Halderthay, explains why online case studies are a valuable way for independent retailers to steal a march on higher-profile national chains. [4-4-2022]
Inspire KBB’s marketing director, Emily Halderthay, explains why online case studies are a valuable way for independent retailers to steal a march on higher-profile national chains. [4-4-2022]
The MD of bathroom retailer Ripples, Paul Crow, reveals the top five products that caught his eye a this year's kbb Birmingham show [10-3-2022]
More than three-quarters (77%) of KBB retailers have said their average order value has gone up over the past 12 months, according to the latest kbbreview survey. [11-1-2022]
Having a clear business philosophy and identity is the defining characteristic of The Myers Touch, 2021’s Kitchen Retailer of the Year. Knowing who you are is as important as doing what you do Keith Myers tells Andrew Davies… [24-11-2021]
More than half (51%) of retailers believe they will have to introduce more technology into their business strategy in the next five years to remain competitive, says a new report. [20-7-2021]
The owner of Honest by Design, Nikita Pearce, on why she feels we should be aiming to attract, value, promote and retain more women [23-3-2021]
KBB retailers are still optimistic for the year ahead despite new concerns that soaring shipping costs may bring price increases further down the line. [4-2-2021]
Passmore Group has added kitchens to its already extensive portfolio of products as part of its target for 60% growth by early this year. Chris Frankland goes to see the new displays at its Leeds HQ and talks to managing director Tony Passmore and his team about how he aims to achieve that goal. [12-3-2020]
Bespoke kitchen retailer The Wood Works is celebrating 30 years in business and early last year opened its first high-street showroom in London’s Mill Hill. Chris Frankland talks to founders Richard and Donna Delane [28-1-2020]
Online bathroom retailer Victorian Plumbing has posted its full-year results for 2019, with record sales of £151.7 million – an increase of 28% over the previous 12 months. Profits jumped 188.6% to £10.1m. [9-1-2020]
Many are attracted to the KBB business by the lure of big- ticket prices. But with those come big risks. Wayne Dance, MD of InHouse, highlights the main pitfalls and how retailers can build a business that will stand the test of time. [29-8-2019]
Ten years ago Fari Zanjani took the bold step of opening a kitchen showroom on Finchley Road with no industry experience. Chris Frankland went to find out how he has adapted his business to compete against some top names [1-8-2019]