New directives, growing consumer awareness, and concerns about the impact of carbon emissions on the environment are driving the overall market for energy efficient lighting to a value of £200m in 2007. 

800,000 tonnes of packaging waste produced by the sector, says government body. 

Topps Tiles saw its total group revenue increase 15.4% to £207.9m and like-for-like sales rise 4.7% in the year ended September 29, 2007. 

Garden centre brings in pet, equestrian, and farm products concession. 

Nottinghamshire outlet puts it at the heart of the community, hardware retailer says. 

Met Office chairman Robert Napier will address the influential CBI annual conference on Tuesday November 27 outlining where and how businesses can thrive in a changing climate. 

The move is good for the association, and good for the environment, says chairman. 

Paint, tile and wallcoverings categories lead home improvement renaissance, new GfK survey finds. 

After gaining furniture market leadership in 2006, Argos has consolidated its position as the UK’s number one furniture retailer. 

Diy chain raises more than £95,000 for worthwhile cause. 

Independent garden centres to reap the benefits of collaboration. 

No-holds barred area for exhibitors to display once-only offers. 

Paint manufacturer receives top honours for professionalism, reputation, and quality of products. 

Revenues and profits rise for owner of Triton showers and H&R Johnson tiles and adhesives. 

Current president takes position vacated by former ceo, Allen Johnson. 

British team buy Yorkshire-based door and window business from US parent. 

Former marketing director takes charge at Lancashire-based wallcoverings business following mbo 

Merchant group spends £12m to extend distribution base. 

Eddie Riby triumphant at the Enterprising Young Brits 2007 awards in London. 

Study finds diy and building materials' stores stated the highest levels of shrinkage in 2007.