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Joe Simpson talks surface design highlights at InstallerSHOW 2025

Attracting interest from retailers, distributors, installers, self-builders, KBB specialists, and design influencers, Surface Area at last month's Ins...
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Fri 4th Jul 2025

Frontline Bathrooms' Hayley Bowman on wood grain's rise in popularity

Frontline Bathrooms' design manager Hayley Bowman has seen a noticeable shift towards wood grain finishes – she reveals why, and how to maximise them...
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Thu 3rd Jul 2025

Worktops matter – here's what you need to know before choosing a fabricator

Now we all know about the tragic risks involved, there's no excuse for a lack of due diligence when it comes to worktops – Clare Howcutt-Kelly explain...
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Wed 2nd Jul 2025

Sirius Buying Group joins forces with Electrical Safety First

Sirius Buying Group, one of the UK’s major buying groups in the electrical appliance and kitchen retail industry has announced it has joined forces wi...
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Tue 1st Jul 2025

Why dressing-room design is an add-on that makes sense

Demand for made-to-measure dressing-rooms with statement islands, integrated lighting and floor-to-ceiling open wardrobes is on the up making it an ea...
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Tue 1st Jul 2025

Why your engagement rate is everything when it comes to digital marketing

Whether you post once a month or once a day across your socials, if you aren’t dissecting how many interactions you get, then you may as well not be p...
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Mon 30th Jun 2025

Abode's Dan Biddle – Inclusive design should never mean compromise

Following the launch of Abode's LivInc, an inclusive sink and tap solution that delivers on style, function and affordability, product manager Dan Bid...
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Thu 26th Jun 2025

Tom Reynolds – A voice for all: Why we became the Bathroom Association

Following the major announcement at InstallerSHOW that the BMA is rebranding as the Bathroom Association, chief executive Tom Reynolds explains what t...
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Wed 25th Jun 2025

BMA's rebrand as the Bathroom Association marks a new 'era of unity'

InstallerSHOW played host to the launch of the Bathroom Association today (Tuesday, 24th June, 2025). The trade body, which has been known as the Bath...
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Tue 24th Jun 2025

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Crown Imperial unveil new bedroom collection

New for summer, Crown Imperial is pleased to unveil to retailers its Verona bedroom collection. The elegant slim shaker design features a subtle step...
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Sun 22nd Jun 2025

Waterline CEO Michael Marriott on the enduring trend for kitchen islands

What is it about a kitchen island that ticks all the lifestyle boxes for homeowners when they're planning a new kitchen? Waterline CEO Michael Marriot...
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Fri 20th Jun 2025

Chris Lane joins Methven as social housing manager

Shower and tap manufacturer Methven has appointed Chris Lane as social housing manager for the London area. Chris brings more than 35 years of indust...
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Tue 17th Jun 2025

KBBG MD Owain Harrison on what to look forward to at this year's AMM

Taking place on 30th June 2025 at Center Parcs, Sherwood Forest, is the 12th instalment of the KBBG Annual Members’ Meeting (AMM) – Owain Harrison tal...
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Tue 17th Jun 2025

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The Human Touch: Why 'People Buy From People' rings true in the KBB sector

Jonathan Stanley, Caesarstone UK and Ireland’s VP of Marketing and Customer Service, explains the importance of human connections in the surface leade...
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Sun 15th Jun 2025

Design focus – A round-up of the latest surfaces made using recycled content

Materials expert Clare Howcutt-Kelly presents her pick of the best sustainable surfaces featuring recycled content on the market. The sustainability...
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Wed 11th Jun 2025

Kutchenhaus showroom survey uncovers most popular kitchen trends

An annual kitchen showroom survey from German retailer Kutchenhaus has uncovered the elements customers are seeking most in 2025 – we bring you the hi...
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Tue 10th Jun 2025

Caesarstone UK strengthens retail support with strategic team expansion

Premium surfaces specialist Caesarstone has further reinforced its commitment to the UK retail sector with the expansion of its retail team in the Sou...
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Mon 9th Jun 2025

Hisense UK's Chloe Blanchfield on how the hob market is changing

Driven by evolving consumer trends, along with shifts in attitude towards sustainability, safety, and convenience, the hob market has undergone notabl...
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Mon 9th Jun 2025

Ripples hosts annual Designer Day for franchise community

Bathroom retailer Ripples welcomed designers from its 21 showrooms across the UK for its annual Designer Day, held this year at the picturesque Retrea...
bathrooms news

Wed 4th Jun 2025

Hansgrohe’s Installer Academy launches technical training courses

Hansgrohe’s Installer Academy has opened its doors with free training sessions now being offered to plumbers and bathroom installers looking to expand...
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Wed 4th Jun 2025

Lidia Kane on Grant Westfield's new showroom space at its Edinburgh HQ

As Grant Westfield opens a showroom within its Edinburgh HQ for its Multipanel and Naturepanel brands, we catch up with marketing manager Lidia Kane t...
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Wed 4th Jun 2025

Time54's Chris Pepper – What makes an ideal client?

When it comes to marketing, knowing your ideal client is crucial for growing your business and achieving long-term success – Chris Pepper, director of...
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Mon 2nd Jun 2025

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How Caesarstone UK and Ireland is becoming more customer-centric

In recent weeks, the leading surfaces brand Caesarstone UK & ROI have released significant announcements aimed at continuing their programme of custom...
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Sun 1st Jun 2025

Mike Trender joins Roca Group UK as offsite specification manager

Roca Group UK & Ireland has announced the appointment of Mike Trender as the new offsite specification manager. Having worked in the bathroom industry...
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Fri 30th May 2025

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