Vivid Arts was deemed to have the best display stand at Home Hardware's spring trade show in Exeter last week.
Marcus Pitt, Vivid Arts' agent for the south west, and Paul Mcguire, sales director, won a cash prize of £100 and a framed certificate, while Stow Green received the runners-up prize of £50.

Home Hardware chairman David Adams said: "I'm delighted so many suppliers have taken pride in their stands at our show. Vivid Arts have an extremely eye-catching stand. They've made excellent use of props, printed backdrops and lighting.

"Several retailers have mentioned that they intend to introduce these products to their stock range and create an eye-catching window display, which will increase sales to our mutual advantage and link nicely with the Vivid Arts appearing on our spring Home & Garden promotion."

The show attracted 150 exhibitors, and a draw raised £600 to be split equally between Cancer Research and The Rainy Day Trust. Winner of the first prize of £100 cash was John Goldsworthy from HE Goldsworthy.

Home Hardware Southwest thanks all members, suppliers and staff who generously contributed.