Home and DIY Retail News
Here you will find the latest Home and DIY retail news and DIY trade news for the UK sector. Read our insight and analysis on what the likes of Wickes, Matalan and Dunelm are up to.
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B&Q launches energy saving hubs with the GMCA to boost energy efficiency
B&Q, the home improvement retailer, has launched two in-store Energy Saving Hubs in collaboration with the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). The hubs, located at B&Q’s... View Article
The Cotswold Company expands into Northern Ireland
The Cotswold Company has expanded its premium delivery service to customers in Northern Ireland as part of its strategy to strengthen its position in the UK.... View Article
H&M Home teams up with Pantone on second collection
H&M Home is to release a second collaboration with Pantone with a new brightly coloured capsule range. Presenting with the two palettes of Zesty & Fresh... View Article
Bensons for Beds appoints new Chief Commercial Officer
UK bed specialist, Bensons for Beds, has today announced the appointment of Mark Slater as Chief Commercial Officer. The role will see him become part of... View Article
YesColours launches Design Studio bolstered by new investment
Award-winning paint brand YesColours announces new strategic direction with Design Studio, backed by new investment strategy. “In April 2022, when we launched our innovative packaging for... View Article
Dunelm posts third quarter sales growth
Dunelm has seen its third-quarter sales grow by 3% to £435 million despite the “challenging” homewares and furniture markets in which it operates. The retailer said... View Article
Don’t ‘boil the ocean’ if you’re to make the most of AI, says Kingfisher leader
Successfully deploying Artificial Intelligence in retail will require businesses to focus on a handful of areas where the technology can really make a difference. That was... View Article
IKEA opens first Irish distribution centre
IKEA UK & Ireland has opened its first ever logistics facility in Ireland. Marking a significant milestone in the furniture giant’s expansion in the country, the... View Article
Matalan expands online offering with addition of 17 new third-party brands
Fashion and homewares retailer Matalan has significantly expanded its online offering by launching 17 new third-party brands across its core categories. It has also extended the... View Article
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