Sales at DIY retailers B&Q rose 4.6% in the first quarter of 2009, while sister company Screwfix fell 6% in the same period.
Read More »Hanson EcoHouse shows masonry Code 4 benefits
Figures from the Hanson EcoHouse shows the house has exceeded the company's performance expectations, proving that the benefits of thermal mass can be provided in a house built from traditional masonry and concrete construction.
Read More »Elliotts launch Tool fair
Southampton-based independent builders merchants Elliotts have launched The Southern Toolfair, being held later this month.
Read More »Stanley Bostitch giveaway in June
Tool company Stanley Bostitch will be giving away a different tool or combo kit every month on their website, www.bostitch.co.uk as part of their latest promotion.
Read More »Forever White wins industry award
Everbuild's Forever White Tile Adhesive & Grout won a silver award at the Industry Awards 2009.
Read More »Cygnets hatched at SIG site
SIG Construction Accessories' branch at Trafford Park, Manchester got four new members of staff last week when four happy and healthy cygnets hatched in a nest in the yard.
Read More »Wolseley profits down 75% in third quarter
Builders and plumbers merchant group Wolseley's interim management statement, published this morning, shows trading profit for the UK and Ireland down by 755, on sales that fell 15%.
Read More »Brett Landscaping gain precast sustainability charter
Concrete paving manufacturers Brett Landscaping have passed their first Precast Sector Sustainability Charter Audit.
Read More »Plumbers merchants take the plunge for charity
Two people from plumbers merchants Drakes Plumbing Supplies in Tunbridge Wells have thrown themselves out of an aeroplane - in aid of a local charity.
Read More »JT Dove move out after 140 years
Independent builders merchants JT Dove have finally left their Newcastle city centre branch, after being there for 140 years.
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