Shower and tapware manufacturer Methven is marking its 140th anniversary by reaffirming its commitment to water-saving innovation. Originally founded in 1886 as a brass and iron foundry by Scottish born George Methven in Dunedin, New Zealand, Methven began manufacturing taps in 1896, acquired UK tapware brand DEVA in 2007 and …
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Building materials distributor Lords saw revenue for the six months ended June 30 2026 remain stable, according to its unaudited interim results. The group reported revenue for the Period remained at £232.1m (H1 2025: £232.1m), with contributions from new merchanting branches and CMO offsetting weaker underlying demand in end markets. Group like-for-like …
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Lighting is becoming a more important part of how homeowners expect their spaces to look and function, according to new research from architectural hardware supplier Häfele. The Häfele UK Homes for Living report found that 17% of homeowners planning improvements intend to invest in new decorative or functional lighting, showing …
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Kitchen manufacturer Wren has supplied the BBC home renovation series, DIY SOS, for a second time as it returns for its 35th series this September. Across six new episodes, the DIY SOS team will once again bring volunteers, local tradespeople and businesses together to create life-changing spaces for people and …
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Linnell Bros has begun construction on an 11,700 sq ft extension to its mill in Silverstone, marking a significant investment to boost capacity and efficiency. The family-owned timber merchant is expanding its purpose-built site sited one mile north of Silverstone to better serve its trade and public customers. The new steel …
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Grant UK has announced its sponsorship of FC Chippenham Youth Under-11s Galaxy Girls football team, continuing the company’s ongoing commitment to support local communities and the next generation. Following the success of its Kick the Carbon Grassroots Community Sustainability Programme, Grant UK is continuing to work closely with local schools …
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Friday the 25th September 2026 saw the return of the BMJ Industry Awards lunch, taking place this year at the Hilton bankside in London. The BMJ Industry Awards shine a light on the incredible brands, merchants and hard-working individuals from across the builder’s merchants sector, all truly deserving of their …
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Building materials supplier Huws Gray has announced that its Fleetwood branch will now offer Plant and Tool Hire, becoming the 87th site now providing the service. The Plant and Tool Hire offering is being rolled out at existing branches nationwide, with the Fleetwood site, located on 1 Kilbane St, providing …
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The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) has won the Best Trade Association Award at the Memcom Excellence Awards. The Memcom Awards, which recognise innovation and creativity among UK Trade Associations and Professional Membership Organisations, attract a huge number of entries from a diverse range of organisations, and the BMF faced stiff …
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Kitchen supplier Benchmarx has achieved its 20th anniversary fundraising target, raising more than £20,000 for Alzheimer’s Society in a special clay pigeon charity shoot. The event, held at Purdey at the Royal Berkshire Shooting School in Reading, was organised by Benchmarx Kitchens & Joinery in conjunction with Travis Perkins and …
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