Lords Builders Merchants is to open its twelfth branch in September 2021, and it’s first since listing on AIM, following the acquisition of the business and assets of Nu-Line Builders Merchants in Ladbroke Grove, West London. Established in 1965, Nu-Line is an independent builder’s merchant specialising in the supply of general building materials. Lords will […]

I've seen too many misuses of the word cubical in the past couple of days, so I thought I'd post this quick guide. A cubicle is the office workspace created in by a system of dividing walls, such as the […]

Leading builders’ merchant Howarth Timber & Building Supplies has expanded its nationwide network with the recent launch of its new branch in Chester, bringing the total to 32. The branch, located at Broughton Works on Chester Road, has previously been trading as Springfields Timber, but is now formally trading as Howarth Timber & Building Supplies […]

As part of its commitment to supporting the built environment, Supreme Concrete, the UK’s leading manufacturer of precast concrete products and fencing systems, has released its new stockist guide for 2020. The easy to use brochure has been updated to incorporate the latest changes to its extensive product offering following the addition of Anderton Concrete’s […]

Southern independent, trade only plumbing and heating merchants Williams & Co has opened another store, bringing the total number of branches to 30.

Staff from Building and Plumbing Supplies, Chandlers Building Supplies and EH Smith have all recently completed the training programme provided by Arbor Forest Products, and the merchants are now reaping the benefits of their staff’s increased knowledge and confidence with timber. EH Smith has sent a total of 50 members of staff on the training […]

Global plumbing and drainage manufacturer, Wavin, has launched its new Wavin Rewards app as part of this year’s Gear Up campaign. The mobile app gives customers points every time they buy Wavin products, including those in the Hep2O and Osma ranges. The points can then be redeemed against a range of vouchers and gift cards from brands including […]