Piano’ Hits the Right note with Dansani DealersPublished: 28 February, 2010The beautiful, Piano, porcelain wash basin is just one of many beautiful and original basin designs from Dansani’s ‘Luna range’ of Bathroom furniture.
Luna offers flexible bathroom solutions with a wide choice of cabinet sizes and finishes to include ‘coffee’, ‘nougat’, ‘walnut’, and high gloss black and white.
A new tray heralds a new approach from KaldeweiPublished: 21 January, 2010Kaldewei, Europe’s leader for baths, has been proactive with their sales teams in 2009 gaining displays up and down the country for the new Conoflat resulting in the most successful launch of any Kaldewei shower tray to date. In addition to the cutting-edge shower tray design with its super-flat profile offered in 17 different sizes, Kaldewei has also invested in creating in-store theatre to help pull sales through for the retailer.
Have an eXtraordinary Christmas with Plumb CenterPublished: 21 December, 2009With Christmas fast approaching Plumb Center and Parts Center customers can boost their spending power on the high street by exchanging their eXtra points for vouchers from Argos, M & S and Thomas Cook. And, with online access to the whole Argos catalogue, including any Argos product offers, they can easily treat their loved ones to an eXtra present or two.
Rayburn Heatranger 600 series joins BenchmarkUp to £500 cash back incentive for installersPublished: 21 December, 2009Rayburn’s recently launched series of oil-fired central heating range cookers – the Heatranger 600 series – are believed to be the first oil-fired appliances in the UK to be backed by the Heating and Hot Water Industry Council’s Benchmark scheme.
Grohe cash reward scheme in high demandPublished: 21 December, 2009GROHE is delighted to announce that its Partner Club initiative has been a huge success with showrooms, overwhelmingly positive response. The GROHE Partner Club (GPC) was launched in early 2009 and continues to gain momentum. It is a cash incentive scheme designed to support and reward GROHE’S most dedicated and knowledgeable showrooms.
Christmas comes early with Baumatic's MasterCard promotionPublished: 06 November, 2009While many of us may be feeling the pinch at the mere thought of starting that dreaded Christmas shopping, Baumatic has teamed up with MasterCard to offer a range of top quality kitchen appliances as prize giveaways in the MasterCard Christmas Wish List promotion.
60% savings with Shades Easy Fit cabinet rangePublished: 06 November, 2009Shades is offering up to an amazing 60 per cent off its Easy Fit vanity and WC cabinets when purchased in conjunction with its range of sanitaryware and countertops in a consumer-focused Autumn promotion that runs until the end of November. This promotion has been devised to help drive sales by creating consumer demand and thus additional sales.
Pre-Christmas savings add up with Four SeasonsPublished: 06 November, 2009Four Seasons Kitchens is offering up to 40 per cent off selected units in its fantastic big autumn kitchen sale, making the manufacturer's range of high quality traditional and contemporary kitchen furniture more affordable than ever before.
GROHE cash reward scheme in high demandPublished: 06 November, 2009GROHE is delighted to announce that its Partner Club initiative has been a huge success with showrooms, receiving an overwhelmingly positive response. The GROHE Partner Club (GPC) was launched in early 2009 and continues to gain momentum. It is a cash incentive scheme designed to support and reward GROHE'S most dedicated and knowledgeable showrooms.
Moores car give-awayPublished: 09 October, 2009There has never been a bigger incentive for retailers of the Four Seasons brand to shine than with the truly tantalising Star Rewards scheme just launched to promote the brand by parent company Moores Furniture Group.
Adamsez help wash away the bluesPublished: 04 August, 2009Adamsez, the leading bathroom manufacturer for the luxury market, is responding to the current economic downturn by offering 20% off its complete range of freestanding baths from now until 31 October.
Sing along with StovesPublished: 04 August, 2009Leading home appliance manufacturer, Stoves, has launched a brand new promotion - a free retro Roberts Radio with every Stoves range cooker purchased.
The Kaldewei Premier Partner SchemePublished: 10 July, 2009Kaldewei, the European market leader for steel enamel baths and shower trays, has launched a new scheme for dealers to become part of an exclusive club as a Kaldewei Premier Partner.The scheme is intended as a true partnership and dealers who meet the criteria and commit to the Kaldewei brand will receive significant benefits in return.
ROPER RHODES ANNOUNCE 25% OFF ALL TAP PRICES *Published: 09 June, 2009All Roper Rhodes tap prices have just been reduced by 25% against April 2009 published tap prices. We are pleased to announce the reduction following recent negotiations with our supplier and improved efficiencies at their factory site.
The quality of the taps remains completely unchanged, but the value for money improves significantly.
Chocolate-coated incentives from KWCPublished: 08 June, 2009Award-winning manufacturer KWC FAUCETS is offering an unusual sweetener to showroom sales staff in the UK between June 1st to August 30th. Encouraging people to "Gain Fifty Pounds" may not, at first, seem like such a healthy idea, but as the number in question refers to quid rather than weight - and that it's wallets rather than waistlines that are set to expand - the incentive becomes very appetizing.
Duravit offer additional incentives for displaysPublished: 08 June, 2009New for Spring 2009, dealers who display Duravit's PuraVida console top with the cabinet or the vanity unit, with mirror or mirror cabinet, plus any toilet with a seat, will receive an additional 15% from standard terms on all further orders placed by 30th November and delivered by 31st December 2009. *Additional terms start once the items are on display
HUGE rewards for retailers in new incentive programme from ShadesStar rewards for our star retailers!Published: 08 June, 2009In arguably the biggest bathroom promotion for some time, Shades is offering a fantastic opportunity to its retailers in the shape of a massive incentive programme with some truly show-stopping rewards including brand new cars and vouchers for exotic holidays. The programme - aptly called Star Rewards - is unprecedented on such a large scale within the furniture industry, and Shades is very excited about sharing so many fantastic rewards with its successful retailers.
HUGE rewards for retailers in new incentive programme from ShadesStar Rewards for our Star Retailers!Published: 01 June, 2009In arguably the biggest bathroom promotion for some time, Shades is offering a fantastic opportunity to its retailers in the shape of a massive incentive programme with some truly show-stopping rewards including brand new cars and vouchers for exotic holidays. The programme - aptly called Star Rewards - is unprecedented on such a large scale within the furniture industry, and Shades is very excited about sharing so many fantastic rewards with its successful retailers.
Chocolate-coated incentives from KWCAward-winning manufacturer KWC FAUCETS is offering an unusual sweetener to showroom sales staff in the UK between June 1st to August 30th. Encouraging people to "Gain Fifty Pounds" may not, at first, seem like such a healthy idea, but as the number in question refers to quid rather than weight - and that it's wallets rather than waistlines that are set to expand - the incentive becomes very appetizing.Published: 27 May, 2009Dealers will already be familiar with the desirable benefits of the ultra-stylish, high performance range of designs on offer from KWC, but now the company is bringing together the renowned notions of Swiss manufacturing excellence and deliciously tempting chocolate into one tasty package.
Abode launch new family of Showroom point-of-sale aidsPublished: 08 May, 2009Design led tap manufacturer Abode, has launched a family of eleven new point-of-sale stands, to support resellers. The distinctive, creatively designed display units are made of premium grade materials in the brand's signature black colour, distinctively driving the portfolio of retailer support forward.
EnviroProducts maximises spring cleaning salesPublished: 08 May, 2009EnviroProducts, the manufacturers of eco-friendly E-cloth, have launched two on-pack spring cleaning promotional activities, which will run for the season, helping to strengthen its position as the number one brand within the chemical free cleaning cloth category to maximise sales, during the key cleaning season.
AGA Refrigeration offers discountPublished: 08 May, 2009AGA Refrigeration is giving customers a discount of up to £1,000 on its elite range of fridges and wine cellars throughout April, May and June 2009.
Save this spring with a discount from BurbidgePublished: 08 May, 2009Leading kitchen frontals and accessories manufacturer Burbidge has launched a fantastic seasonal promotion designed to help retailers increase sales amid tough trading conditions.
Relax and unwind with great style from ScrewfixPublished: 15 April, 2009For bathroom installers and developers looking to make a good profit with quality products at trade prices, Screwfix's newly launched range of mix and match bathroom pottery sets and baths offers an easy way to provide a makeover for even the most tired bathroom.
RAK Ceramics UK launches new industry awardsPublished: 15 April, 2009RAK Ceramics is upping the ante in the bathroom industry by encouraging its customers to demonstrate innovation and dedication to RAK Ceramics' brand. With the introduction of its brand new awards, RAK Ceramics UK is creating a platform for its customers to really shine and to walk off with some fabulous prizes to boot.
AGA REFRIGERATION OFFERS A £1,000 DISCOUNTAGA Refrigeration is giving customers a discount of up to £1,000 on its elite range of fridges and wine cellars throughout April, May and June 2009.Published: 07 April, 2009The Premium Wine Cellar, Standard and Maxi fridges will enjoy a discount of £1,000 and the side by side fridge will have a discount of £750.
Inspired by the iconic AGA brand, AGA fridges and wine cellars are among the most technologically advanced and energy efficient available in the UK - even the larger models cost less to run than a 50kW light bulb. Designed and engineered with both the serious cook and families in mind, they have a wealth of features including the latest frost-free technology, precision temperature control and incredibly well designed storage. The collection comprises the AGA Premium Wine Cellar, the AGA Premium refrigerator and the AGA Side-by-Side fridge freezer.
Relax and unwind with great style from ScrewfixPublished: 25 March, 2009As people stay put and moving house becomes a daunting prospect, it may well be the perfect time for enhancing bathrooms so they become a relaxing place to unwind and forget about the stresses of the day and of course, add value to your property for when the market picks back up.
- RAK Ceramics UK launches new industry awardsPublished: 19 March, 2009
RAK Ceramics is upping the ante in the bathroom industry by encouraging its customers to demonstrate innovation and dedication to RAK Ceramics' brand. With the introduction of its brand new awards, RAK Ceramics UK is creating a platform for its customers to really shine and to walk off with some fabulous prizes to boot.
As well as a raft of awards targeted at RAK Ceramics' existing customer base the company is also calling on hot new British design talent studying product design at UK colleges and universities to step up to the challenge of creating a stunning sanitaryware design. The Dr Khater Massad Best Young Designer Award for an Individual Sanitaryware Design has been created to re-inject excitement into the world of bathroom design.
Consumer response confirms importance of buying a reputable brandComment by DANIELLE LILLIS, Marketing Director, Ideal BathroomsPublished: 17 March, 2009In a recent survey Ideal Bathrooms asked 2000 consumers questions about buying a bathroom. When asked, 77% said that it is important to buy a reputable brand which is a philosophy Ideal Bathrooms firmly believes in with 25+ major brands in its portfolio.
- Ideal Bathrooms: Making life easier for the retailerPublished: 17 March, 2009
Recognising that they need to continue to meet retailers' requirements and provide a fast and efficient service for builders' merchants and plumbing trade counters, Ideal Bathrooms has recently added some core plumbing products from McAlpine and Polypipe to its stock lines.
- Ideal Bathrooms: Making the differencePublished: 17 March, 2009
Ideal Bathrooms is continuing to challenge and drive the market with new marketing initiatives to aid retailers with their business of selling bathrooms.
BCG goes back to basicsPublished: 17 March, 2009Leading bathroom, kitchen and heating distributor BCG has gone back to basics and consulted its customers on what direction they would like to see the business going in. The result is that BCG has totally reorganised its contact centre operation, offering a more personal service and enabling calls to be directed more effectively.
- Belling offers two tier schemePublished: 17 March, 2009
Belling, the UK's number one cooking brand offers retailers the Range Centre initiative. It involves a two-tiered scheme so independents can qualify for it in two different ways. Both tiers of the scheme ensure independents are offered Range Centre status but come with varying benefits.
A simmering promotion from MielePublished: 17 March, 2009Back by popular demand, Miele is running its successful Le Creuset saucepan promotion on all induction hobs sold between 1st March and 31st August 2009.
Bushboard's free training courses a boon to the tradePublished: 17 March, 2009As part of its support package to the trade, Bushboard are running free training courses on its Encore solid surfacing range and newly introduced undermount sink solution. The day-long courses are held weekly at the company's headquarters and manufacturing plant in Wellingborough between 9.30 - 3pm and include a buffet lunch. Alternatively the company also offers the same training package at any of their 24 distributor partner premises across the UK.
Roca launches new display promotions for Spring 2009Published: 17 March, 2009Roca, the leading global bathroom brand, has some special display promotions to offer it's retailers this Spring. The special offers cover Roca's latest ranges - the new Nexo suite and Senso Square basins & furniture.
IDEAL BATHROOMS - MAKING THE DIFFERENCEPublished: 03 March, 2009Ideal Bathrooms is continuing to challenge and drive the market with new marketing initiatives to aid retailers with their business of selling bathrooms.
MAKING LIFE EASIER FOR THE RETAILERPublished: 03 March, 2009Recognising that they need to continue to meet retailers' requirements and provide a fast and efficient service for builders' merchants and plumbing trade counters, Ideal Bathrooms has recently added some core plumbing products from McAlpine and Polypipe to its stock lines.
ROCA LAUNCHES NEW DISPLAY PROMOTIONS FOR SPRING 2009Published: 03 March, 2009Roca, the leading global bathroom brand, has some special display promotions to offer it's retailers this Spring. The special offers cover Roca's latest ranges - the new Nexo suite and Senso Square basins & furniture.
BCG goes back to basics with customer service improvementsMore personal service and faster response now the normPublished: 03 March, 2009Leading bathroom, kitchen and heating distributor BCG has gone back to basics and consulted its customers on what direction they would like to see the business going in. The result is that BCG has totally reorganised its contact centre operation to more closely meet customer requirements, offering a more personal service and enabling calls to be directed more effectively. The latest customer service improvements implemented by BCG took effect in January, as a direct result of feedback received via BCG's innovative Partner Forum initiative. Feedback from customers since the changes suggests that the improvements have already made a big difference to the customer experience.
Bushboard's free training courses on Encore's solid surface are a major boon to the tradePublished: 03 March, 2009As part of its support package to the trade, Bushboard are running free training courses on its Encore solid surfacing range and newly introduced undermount sink solution. The day-long courses are held weekly at the company's headquarters and manufacturing plant in Wellingborough between 9.30 - 3pm and include a buffet lunch. Alternatively the company also offers the same training package at any of their 24 distributor partner premises across the UK.
Belling offers two tier schemePublished: 03 March, 2009Belling, the UK's number one cooking brand* offers retailers the Range Centre initiative. It involves a two-tiered scheme so independents can qualify for it in two different ways. Both tiers of the scheme ensure independents are offered Range Centre status but come with varying benefits.
Photo and Column by Danielle LillisPublished: 03 March, 2009In a recent survey Ideal Bathrooms asked 2000 consumers questions about buying a bathroom. When asked, 77% said that it is important to buy a reputable brand which is a philosophy Ideal Bathrooms firmly believes in with 25+ major brands in its portfolio. In todays difficult trading conditions this philosophy has never been more important as retailers and consumers continue to rely on good brands to provide the service, quality and choice that reputations have been built on.
Burbidge gets personal with new customer communicationsPublished: 12 December, 2008As part of its ongoing commitment to provide retailers with an unrivalled personalised service, Burbidge is launching a new customer communication programme to support smaller retailers, amid the increasingly difficult retail climate.
While retaining her role as marketing assistant at Burbidge, creating and delivering a range of marketing initiatives to raise the company's national profile, Kate Lily will now also assume responsibility for heading up a sophisticated, pro-active communications programme for smaller retailers. In a pioneering new move for the company, Kate will act as a personal contact for all smaller customers, maintaining communications at regular ten week intervals, to update on product innovations and provide advice as needed.
As well as her industry knowledge gained from her time at Burbidge, Kate brings an invaluable wealth of commercial experience to the role. Prior to joining Burbidge last year, Kate worked for eight years as a design and development manager, involved in creating and launching products at a European level and working with major brands such as Marks & Spencer.
Commenting on her new role, Kate explains: "I am looking forward to rolling out this new programme. Not only will it help us to get to know our smaller customers even better but will provide a useful insight into their changing requirements, in terms of both marketing material and product, so we can meet this more efficiently."
Ben Burbidge, manager director at Burbidge adds: "At Burbidge, we consider customer relations to be just as important as the craftmanship that goes into each product. Too often, businesses tend to focus on their larger clients, but, particularly amid this turbulent industry climate, we feel it is equally important to reach out to our smaller customer base. With this proactive and dedicated customer communication programme we believe we can help to provide them with the resources they need to sell our products and increase profits."
Burbidge is the longest established, leading UK kitchen frontals and accessories manufacturer. The company's products can be viewed in realistic room sets in its showroom in Coventry. Please call 024 7667 1600 or visit http://www.burbidge.co.uk/ for further information
Bristan's Grand Holiday WinnerPublished: 23 October, 2008Terry Mudston, of Newport Pagnell, has been picked as the first lucky winner from Bristan's August prize draw to win £1,000 worth of holiday vouchers and was presented with his gift by the local Bristan Area Sales Manager, Kevin Smith, at PTS in Milton Keynes.
On receiving his prize, Terry said: "I'd picked up a free copy of the Bristan mini plumbers product guide while I was in my local branch of PTS and thought I'd enter the competition."
"I was delighted to hear I'd won. I enjoy going on holidays and we were planning a luxury cruise to Hawaii next year, so the vouchers were most definitely a welcome win. As a plumber by trade, I'd definitely recommend the guide to anyone in the business." added Terry.
To be in with a chance to enter the next prize draw, simply pick up a copy of the mini product and price guide from your local Bristan stockist.
A pre-paid reply card is supplied and plumbers are invited to fill in their details and return it for a chance to win £1,000 worth of holiday vouchers.
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