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A luxury touch for walls

Transform plain walls and add a luxurious statement with Kraus® Lux Wall Panels, featuring a wider 40mm slat.Made to withstand the demands of hallways, workspaces and kitchens in residential and commercial projects, Kraus Lux Acoustic Panels are a ... 
26 March 2026

Make more of Kraus Acoustic Panels

Kraus® has introduced a range of hooks and shelves to make its Easy Living acoustic wall panels even more useful.Kraus, a quality brand of QEP, has introduced a shelf and hooks, compatible with their Easy Living Acoustic Wall Panels. Adding ... 
26 March 2026

Vitrex makes the perfect tile cut easy

QEP is proud to launch the new MTC410, MTC510 and MTC610 Vitrex® manual tile cutters for fast, precise, break-free ceramic and porcelain tile cuts every time, via built-in Perfect Cut technology.For even the most experienced DIYer, tile cutting can ... 
26 March 2026

Hultafors Group UK introduces its latest tool innovations

Hultafors Group UK is bringing the trade more innovation with a range of new high-performance tools.The SCANGRIP TOWER 8 CONNECT Floodlight (RRP £234.90) is a new and improved version of its bestselling predecessor. Delivering 8,000 lumens - 60% ... 
8 December 2025

Nite Ize Gear Tie ProPack 12” – 6 pack

With their sturdy, colourful exteriors and strong, bendable wire interiors, each Nite Ize Gear Tie secures, hangs, or neatens even the most unruly objects with a quick wrap-and-twist motion.The tough rubber shell provides excellent grip, while the ... 
12 November 2024

Making sense of kitchen waste and recycling

EKO Home, a leading innovator in sustainable, anti-bacterial kitchen waste and recycling solutions, has launched the Mirage Plus, a state-of-the-art sensor bin designed to enhance kitchen organisation, aesthetics and efficiency.Part of our everyday ... 
5 August 2024

Security and value – the best of both from Burg-Wächter

For anyone looking to protect their valuable items, both indoors and out, and demanding high quality security at an affordable price, look no further than the C-Line range of tough brass cylinder padlocks from Germany’s security specialist, Burg-... 
31 May 2024

Burg-Wächter’s Sapphire Padlock now on 3 for 2 offer!

The high quality, strong and weather-resistant Sapphire 111/121 CS padlock from leading security specialist, Burg-Wächter, is now on an exclusive 3 for 2 offer. Don’t miss out on this great deal!Designed and manufactured to offer convenience and a ... 
1 May 2024

Victorinox Swiss Army Knife - Alox Limited Edition

The Alox Limited Edition 2024 collection is a reliable combination of functionality, style, and elegant design. The range comes in an all-natural colour - Terra Brown, and includes the Classic SD, Pioneer X and the Evoke. The Classic SD is only 58mm ... 
30 April 2024

Buffalo PRO Range

Buffalo PRO has been designed with the professional in mind. Built for regular use on tough blockages, these PRO Plungers are not to be messed with! Made from heavy duty construction, a robust D Grip handle, and a super tight seal to ensure that the ... 
29 March 2024

DOTS Plughole Unblockers

Introducing the NEW DOTS Plughole unblockers, a range including a Bathroom Plughole unblocker, Kitchen Plughole unblocker, and a Sink & Drain Unblocker suitable for inside and outside use.These three can get through the toughest of clogs- hair, ... 
14 March 2024

Gorilla Glue Guide

In the latest in a long line of innovations, all designed to educate the consumer and drive sales, Gorilla is launching its first ever interactive Glue Guide. Always mindful of any barriers to sales that may affect your bottom line, our innovative ... 
21 September 2023

Repair and restore kit

The CRAMER Repair Kit is ideally suited for the repair and restoration of both bathroom and kitchen appliances. Considerable savings can be made by NOT dumping damaged appliances in the landfill. An example being that by repairing a bath savings of ... 
21 September 2023

New and improved Stanley Adventure To-Go range

The new and improved Stanley Adventure To-Go range is modern in design and enduring in performance. Insulated and leakproof, these new essentials should stay by your side day in and day out. Made for workdays, holidays, and every day - this next-... 
21 September 2023

New limited-edition countertop displays from Burgon & Ball

Sheffield-based Burgon & Ball, creator of beautiful premium gardening tools and accessories since 1730, is helping retailers boost impulse sales this autumn with a new limited-edition series of countertop displays for hand cutting tools. The new ... 
19 September 2023
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