All Kbb showrooms must close
In a devastating U-turn it has emerged that all KBB showrooms in England must now lock their doors to the public, under the new government…
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Homebase up for sale, again
News has emerged that the DIY chain Homebase is looking for its 3rd owner in 2 years, and 4th in just four years, as it…
Wren Kitchens Opens in US
Making history, Wren Kitchens has hit two milestones in opening its 100th showroom with it also being Wrens first showroom / store in the US….
Travis Perkins profits plunge by 81% due to coronavirus
News that builders’ merchant and home improvement retailer Travis Perkins plc profits have plunged 81% due to coronavirus has sadly come as no real shock to…
Kutchenhaus opens 34th franchise in Bath
In German kitchens news that bucks the Covid (downward) trend, Nobilia Kitchens retailer Kutchenhaus has opened its 34th franchise in Bath. The Kutchenhaus Bath showroom…
BiKBBI forms ‘strategic partnership’ with US trade body
News has emerged that the British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom Installation (BiKBBI) has partnered with the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), the North American…
Homebase to sell Bosch and NEFF appliances
News has emerged that Bosch and Neff products will be available to purchase in all Homebase stores from 19th August. Homebase, the British home improvement…
Tom Howley Kitchens opens 17th showroom
Tom Howley Kitchens, the bespoke kitchens brand, has announced the opening of its 17 showroom in Winchester. In a move that is bucking the Covid…
Whirlpool pledges commitment to sustainable future
Appliance manufacturer Whirlpool has said that it aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50 per cent by 2030. The parent company to KitchenAid, Hotpoint and Indesit has announced…
How online appliance retailer AO is responding to life in lockdown
Online appliance retailer AO has seen many triumphs and challenges during its time but Appliances Online was perhaps better equipped to survive Covid, so John…