Toolstation is giving away a £250+ product bundle to one customer at each of its UK stores to raise funds for its charity partner Macmillan Cancer Support. Throughout September, Toolstation customers can enter a draw for the giveaway by making a small donation to Macmillan alongside their in-store purchase. Entries …

Crown Decorating Centres has launched a new store in Birkenhead.  The store, opened on September 19, is located on Royal Standard Way, Tranmere. The three-strong team, including store manager Richie Molyneux, will provide a one-stop shop for Birkenhead’s professional painters and decorators and at-home DIYers alike. Molyneux said, “Birkenhead is …

Multi-tech heating and cooling manufacturer Worcester Bosch has been named the Which? Recommended Brand accolade for its gas boilers, making it the first gas boiler brand to be endorsed by Which? 16 times. The Which? Recommended Brand endorsement is designed to be a quality assurance for consumers looking for a …

Builders merchant group IBMG has launched ‘Project Pink’, a new initiative aimed at raising vital funds and awareness for Breast Cancer Now. Throughout October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, IBMG will be promoting a special edition of pink Keypoint gloves to customers across all its branches. The campaign will …

Builders’ merchant Jewson, part of the Stark group, is encouraging local communities, tradespeople and businesses to join its Homes for Nature campaign, helping to build shelters for hedgehogs as they get ready for this winter’s hibernation. Jewson is donating materials such as recycled wooden pallets to create biodiverse habitats to …

  Russell Roof Tiles, the independent concrete roof tile manufacturer, has announced two promotions within its sales team. Ross Hayward becomes regional sales manager, Midlands, and Michael Palmer becomes regional sales manager, South, both new roles within the 12-strong sales team. Managing director at Russell Roof Tiles, Andrew Hayward, comments: …

Smiths Briten has been appointed as an additional distribution partner to Sensio, specialists in bathroom lighting. The new partnership, launched this month, marks an addition to the Smiths Briten portfolio and strengthens its position in the bathroom retail and merchant channel.  Trade director at Smiths Briten, Gareth Jones, says: ““Securing this …

Leading shower and tapware manufacturer, Methven, has appointed Rob Brooks as product manager. He will support Methven’s customers on a national basis, as well as the company’s product development strategy. Brooks will be responsible for managing product ranges, advising customers, and supporting sales activity. Brooks said: “I’m delighted to be …

Power tool supplier Toolbank has won Burg-Wächter’s Padlock Challenge at this year’s Pavestone Rally. Each crew were given a padlock with one of five possible combinations etched onto it. Together, these revealed the code for a safe at the rally’s finish line in Amsterdam, which contained a prize of £150. …

Travis Perkins, the building material supplier, has appointed Carl Mealey as regional managing director for the South West. In his new role, he will lead a network of over 130 branches across the region. Speaking about his appointment, Mealey said: “I’m delighted to take on this role and lead such a …