DIY Week: DIY Week Awards finalists announced; DIY Week announces awards compere

Product News
Sunflex introduces Swish cordless roller blinds Creative innovation and use of technology combine to offer a completely child and pet safe solution by removing the need for any cords or additional safety...	Forever autumn collection from Sunflex The aesthetic from the Swish forever autumn from Sunflexis reminiscent of gentle autumn days and cosy evenings at the fireside. The subtle toned wood grains...
The Swish Soho from Sunflex The Swish Soho from Sunflex has a mixed media aesthetic in 28mm curtain poles with a very authentic and appealing textured woodgrain effect in various...	Drill through metal with ease with TTP Hard Drills Since 2014, TTP Hard Drills says customers from Manchester to Melbourne have been using TTP HARD drills and CUT-IT metal cutting paste for drilling through...
New Fusion trade promo from Carl Kammerling International Carl Kammerling Internationalis set to launch its exciting new Fusion trade promotion, which runs from 1 February to 21 June 2019, offering retailers...	Makita introduces new cross line lasers Makita has introduced four new Cross Line lasers to the popular CXT range of power tools which are packed with invaluable functions for accurate interior...
New slim-fit stretch trousers from Snickers These new slim-fit stretch trousers deliver extreme working comfort, says Snickers. Hi-tech fabrics and body-mapping designs in the NEW FlexiWork SoftShell...	DK Tools stand wows at Spring Fair 2019 If there was an award for the best stand design at this year’s Spring Fair, then DK Tools Ltd say it would have won it hands down. The concept was a great...
Charles Bentley partners with the Marine Conservation Society 2019 saw the launch of the new Charles Bentleyplastic free range in partnership with the Marine Conservation Society. The Marine Conservation Society is the...	Mould & Mildew Cleaner from Barrettine The Knockout Mould & Mildew Cleaner from Barrettine is a ready-to-use surface biocide for the control of organic growths with a cleaning action to remove...
Paint and varnish stripper from Barrettine Paint & varnish stripper, Paint Panther from Barrettine, promises to remove many types of coatings quickly and effortlessly including metalised paint. It...	Peelaway 1 & 7 from Barrettine Barrettine introduces the Peelaway 1 & 7 "The original" Poultice paint removing system. Peelaway 1 was developed and formulated over 30 years ago to remove...
Prep surfaces with Sugar Soap Spray from Barrettine BARRETTINE’s handy trigger spray sugar soap is ideal for the removal of grime, dirt and grease from surfaces prior to painting. Its water based, ready to...	New range of aerosols from Plastikote Plastikote’s new range of aerosols has been developed specifically for the trade market. These high quality sprays come in colour-coded cans with clear...
Drip free pouring with PaintTopper Made in the UK, PaintTopper says its multi-purpose design is different to any pouring aid on the market; this useful piece of kit has proved popular to anyone decorating. Easy and simple to fit, it clips onto a paint can for hassle free pouring. Newly launched in 2018, this three part set comes with a unique spout that promises drip free pouring, a removable flexible cup for holding brushes and a lid for much needed breaks. The tight fit keeps the rim of the can clean from paint, so no more...

DIY Week announces awards compere Iranian comedian and writer, Shappi Khorsandi will host the annual DIY Week Awards, set to take place on Friday, May 10 in London.Shappi Khorsandi first...	UK kitchen market set for £50million boost this year A new report suggests kitchen sales will rise by £50million in 2019, despite ongoing challenges for the £3billion kitchen products industry.Based on kitchen...
The DIY jobs Brits plan to tackle this year With 63% of consumers planning a home improvement project this year, what DIY jobs do they feel confident enough to tackle on their own and what will they...	Ikea UK announces opening date of new planning studio in Bromley Ikea UK has announced today that the new Planning Studio in Bromley will open on Thursday March 28 2019. Ikea Bromley will be the retailer’s second Planning...
• Last chance for early-bird rate for Global DIY Summit • Argos launches visual search to connect catalogue and online channels • Scott Parnell plans to expand its Milton Keynes branch • BHETA secures raft of new members, as its trade conference is branded a hit • Kingfisher becomes first major retailer to ban metaldehyde • Frost launches new webshop • Smart heating controls expected to drive high levels of growth to 2022 • Debenhams confirms refinancing in the wake of Mike Ashley wrangle

People News
Jane Lawler joins GCA team of inspectors The Garden Centre Association has this month (March, 2019) welcomed Jane Lawler as its new inspector. Ms Lawler, has more than 35 years’ experience in...	Zep UK launches giving back initiative by donating to local community Zep UK has announced that a recent decision to give back to local communities has now started with a recent visit to a Manchester food bank,...
Studley Green GC announces new charity partner Capital Gardens’ latest centre acquisition, Studley Green Garden Centre, has concluded its hunt for a 2019 charity partner, as the centre looks to give...	Rudridge Brentford appoints new branch assistant manager Groundwork and materials supplier Rudridge has appointed Shirley Newton as assistant branch manager at its Brentford branch.Ms Newton, who has extensive...

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