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Majority of KBB retailers report customers are spending more

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.

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A touch of class

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…

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Retailers investing in technology to stay competitive

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.

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Let’s be more inclusive

The owner of Honest by Design, Nikita Pearce, on why she feels we should be aiming to attract, value, promote and retain more women

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Retailers remain optimistic with Brexit in full swing, our survey says

KBB retailers are still optimistic for the year ahead despite new concerns that soaring shipping costs may bring price increases further down the line.

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Retailer profile: Passmore Group

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.

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Retailer profile: The Wood Works

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

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Victorian Plumbing reports record rises in sales and profits

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.

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How to survive as a KBB retailer

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.

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RETAILER PROFILE: Hampstead Kitchens

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

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Brexit: ‘People are worried about spending’

Ramsey Dawson, MD of retailer Ramsey’s of Nottingham, says the uncertainty of Brexit has made customers cautious and unpredictable

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Retailer profile: Gardiner Haskins

Department store Gardiner Haskins moved out of its six-floor home to smaller premises nearby and decided to major on kitchens and bathrooms. Chris Frankland went to find out why

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Become a Samsung Ambassador

Jonathan Hartley, channel manager for kitchen retail and B2B Samsung UK, reveals details of Samsung’s new Ambassador Training Programme (SATP) – part of the brand’s Kitchen Circle Partner initiative

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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

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Majority of KBB retailers report customers are spending more

A touch of class

Retailers investing in technology to stay competitive

Let’s be more inclusive

Retailers remain optimistic with Brexit in full swing, our survey says

Retailer profile: Passmore Group

Retailer profile: The Wood Works

Victorian Plumbing reports record rises in sales and profits

How to survive as a KBB retailer

RETAILER PROFILE: Hampstead Kitchens

Brexit: ‘People are worried about spending’

Retailer profile: Gardiner Haskins

Become a Samsung Ambassador

Support, educate and reward

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