Rational launches Aesthetic Kitchen Awards
German kitchen manufacturer Rational has launched a design showcase called the Aesthetic Kitchen Awards 2020. With the judging panel including industrial designer Karim Rashid, Habitat…
Topps Tiles acquires major holing in Strata Tiles
Topps Tiles has acquired an 80% stake in Guildford-based commercial tile supplier Strata Tiles Ltd for £3.3m according to Kbb news sources today. Topps Tiles…
Hoover awarded 2019 Consumer Superbrands status
In a show of recognition for many years as a global brand, Hoover have just been awarded ‘Consumer Superbrand’ status. This year’s Consumer Superbrands survey…
Warendorf Kitchens in Administration
News was made public on Tuesday 12th March that the premium German kitchens manufacturer Warendorf had filed for insolvency proceedings on Monday 11th. As a…
Better Bathrooms Ceases Trade
Better Bathrooms the national bathroom chain which self-proclaimed to be the biggest independent bathroom retailer in the UK, has stopped trading. Following widening financial losses…
Howdens Stockpile Brexit Plan
News has emerged that Howden Joinery, which sells trade kitchens to builders and developers has invested £15m in a stockpile Brexit Plan. Howdens Stockpile Brexit…
Wickes sales down amid £246m write down
Wickes sales are down 2.5% amid a £246m write down as owner Travis Perkins Group reports a 2018 loss. The firm said full-year sales at…
Whirlpool sales slump but no mention of why
Sales of Whirlpool products in EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa) have dropped more than 6% from $1.4 billion (£1.06bn) than those over the same period…
New Smallbone but not Smallbone Venture
In the world of luxury kitchens Smallbone is a name of substance but following a new venture by Charlie Smallbone the brand identity may get…
Harvey Jones in new six-figure digital marketing strategy
Recent Kbb news has revealed that handmade kitchen designer Harvey Jones Kitchens has invested in a new six-figure digital marketing strategy. The respected designer and retailer…