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Leader Moving towards a new landscape We’re another year older and for us that’s something worth reflecting on.

It is especially worthy of reflection because – on course to our ten-year anniversary – we have witnessed some challenging times.

The pandemic has meant that huge costs have been incurred, not least in human terms, when it comes to health and wellbeing.

During this period, our role as a trade has been many-faceted – and it has been significant.

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During this period, our role as a trade has been manyfaceted – and it has been significant.

One aspect lay in enabling people to create and maintain, their own ‘safe spaces’ in gardens and homes around the country, spaces in which, it was understood, they would stay firmly put for longer amounts of time.

Another had to do with the positive mental health benefits that accrued from the doing of this work.

Because there is more to all of this this than merely improving peoples’ surroundings. There is the feeling of positive energy that comes from this sort of occupation – especially when the world around us seems to be spinning out of control.

The effects on mental health cannot be over-emphasized.

Take gardening. Many studies have shown the positive affects gardening has on mental health and our series of ‘lockdowns’ put this to the test in a big way.

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Similar mental health benefits can accrue from taking care of properties, in terms of maintenance and RMI. The trade enables all of that – with advice and products when needed.

You could say it’s about empowerment. And that’s a wonderful thing.

Now, we watch a new post-covid landscape unfold as we compile this Yearbook – and we wonder what direction our reporting will take over the next year, what new initiatives we will witness in the trade, what new products and what new stories will emerge.

And we know, that whatever happens we will be there to complete our first decade at Hardware & Homestyle.

We will be reporting from the coal face, linking in with suppliers and profiling new products, initiatives and developments as well as keeping an eye on trends.

Meanwhile, we hope our new Yearbook will jog a few memories – celebrating the unique nature and spirit of this trade.

Talk to you soon,

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Reviews ● Initiatives ● Sustainability ● Leadership ● Products and Services ● Listings

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Issues / Reviews & Previews As always, we start our Yearbook by looking back over recent issues.

We showcase a flavour of what we do here and we also get to see how the year unfolded in the sector – through our coverage. What comes across most is the enormous positivity of our trade

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Business Health – Trends, Predictions and the ‘New Normal’ Personal wellbeing and business success are often interlinked. Here we present a selection of stories that reflect on both and also take in some recent developments along the way - from health and wellbeing in the workplace to online sales and home improvement trends

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Here’s a selection of stories from those who have impressed us with their perseverance and can-do attitude. Awards, competitions and business initiatives, work in the community and new offerings, services and events

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Central to much of our coverage is our special association with The Inspired Home Show and the gia awards. We take a look back at our recent trip to Chicago – the first ‘in-person’ event there since Covid hit. It was a major success and featured Dublin’s Stock Design, our special guests

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38 Green Living with IGBC (and more) Sustainability is one of the most significant areas of our trade.

It informs so much of what we do nowadays, and rightly so.

Here’s a selection of stories that cover everything from con serving water to creating healthier homes – and news of some of the latest industry initiatives too

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HR, Leadership & Training In this section we look at employment and ‘people issues’ and also included here is our ‘Movers & Shakers’ section as well as a look at training initiatives and some great advice from Jeff Haden on the topic of positivity.

48 The Room Outside Our garden retail guru is Liam Kelly and he has been at our side since we began, almost ten years ago, offering his unique wisdom when it comes to maximising the potential in this area. For our Yearbook he takes a fresh look at garden retail in an inspirational new piece!

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There’s a lot going on and suppliers have not been found wanting of late. Here’s a round-up of the products and services that have caught our eye!

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Review of the year We’ve covered a lot of ground since our last Yearbook and Directory and what a year it’s been. It’s seen us go from the depths of Covid to more hopeful new beginnings in 2022.

We’ve covered a lot of ground As we have previously noted, there are a lot of things that have come about over the past couple of years that may well stick with us into the future.

And some of these are no harm at all – take hand sterilizing stations in stores and higher general levels of awareness when it comes to things like social distancing.

There are also the areas where Covid acted as a catalyst. This was often the case when it came to on-line trading, where perhaps plans had been afoot for some time, ‘bubbling under’, as it were, ‘on the to-do list’.

Now they were suddenly thrust centre-stage as on-line retail assumed such huge importance and, at one stage, looked like the only show in town!

late – and they have adapted and dug deep.

And so it is that we might be seeing the dust begin to settle on the pandemic as we put this special issue of Hardware & Homestyle together.

And just as we do that there are new challenges at home and on the world stage.

Buoyant In the meantime, sales among the retailers we have spoken to remain buoyant as we head into peak DIY and home maintenance territory at this time of year.

Again, it may have to do with certain changes that have been wrought, a new emphasis in this case on improving our surroundings, a reaffirmation of the importance of a ‘safe space’ – alluded to earlier in our ‘Leader’ article – where we can not only express ourselves but relax and recharge: something that is becoming more and more important for all of us in these uncertain times.

Stepped up Throughout the challenges and the changes retailers have stepped up to the mark time and again. They have ‘pivoted’ – to use a word we have become so familiar with of

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This means outdoor and indoor items are sought after. There is then that space where indoor meets outdoor, the recent trend of recreating indoor activities and functions outdoors, so to speak – from cooking accessories to furniture.

There is certainly a great range on offer in this space.

Paint Internally and externally paint continues to be a number one staple product and the paint manufacturers and suppliers have continually upped their game and added to their offerings.

Plants complete the picture with many hardware retailers and garden centres now offering indoor items alongside the outdoor plants instore.

Horticulturally, this year of course is a special one as it marks a return to Bord Bia’s Bloom in the Phoenix Park after it’s virtual incarnation, which of course was an excellent example of the ‘pivoting’ we referred to.

It was, without doubt, a great success in virtual format and a testimony to the teams involved.

Improvements Meanwhile we have also been reporting on how – according to one study for example – over half of Irish households have been considering home improvements due to more time spent at home.

Insights research commissioned by the Irish League of Credit Unions, Energia and

House2Home to mark the nationwide launch of the CU Greener Homes scheme found that 56percent of Irish households were considering home improvements.

This we noted, was illustrative of the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The research showed that comfort and warmth (68%) and saving money on energy (63%) are the two main drivers of future Irish home improvements.

Meanwhile the kitchen (56%) is the room most people would like to improve, with the exterior of the house (44%) and living room (41%), also popular.

The research found that 64% would spend up to €5,000 on home improvements with 26% planning to spend in excess of €10,000.

This indicates a wide range of improvements were being considered. More on this later in this issue.

New interest We also noted how many new DIYers were likely to maintain that interest.

The comments came from Damian O’Reilly, senior lecturer in retail management at TU Dublin.

Damian finds himself frequently called upon to comment on current challenges facing retailing in Ireland.

Damian recently commented in Hardware & Homestyle: ‘Right now the home is a centre of activities.’

Wellbeing It was reassuring to note in our News section

‘Over two-thirds (69%) of small business owners access workplace wellbeing resources.’

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Review of the year In the same issue – which came out in summer 2022 – we saw how The Irish Green Building Council and leading Irish construction companies had joined a coalition of building sector leaders calling on the European Commission to support the full decarbonisation of the built environment through ambitious policies The Ulster Bank PMI meanwhile showed us that activity had ramped up amid a ‘record new rise in orders’.

here how there had been a rise in the number of small firms accessing workplace wellbeing resources of late.

Over two-thirds (69%) of small business owners access workplace wellbeing resources to support the health and wellbeing of their employees compared to onethird in 2019, according to a new ‘Workplace Wellbeing Survey’ from the Small Firms Association (SFA).

The survey was published to mark the seventh National Workplace Wellbeing Day. Sven Spollen-Behrens, SFA director, said: ‘It is wonderful to see a doubling in the number of small business owners providing health and wellbeing resources to their employees.’

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Sustainability Meanwhile a major theme has been sustainability and we reported in our issues how Chadwicks had unveiled its first ‘ECO Centre’ at its Galway branch.

The Chadwicks ECO Centre is described as a ‘one-stop shop for green projects of any size, providing the very latest in renewable products for everything from deep retrofits to new builds’.

To coincide with this, Chadwicks Galway also reopened its doors following a complete refresh of the branch.

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The refurbishment was part of the ongoing nationwide branch refresh by Chadwicks Group which commenced in 2018.

Complete Chadwicks Galway was the twenty-fourth branch to have undergone a complete revamp. The branch at Galway has introduced 100% recyclable and biodegradable signage across the branch.

On the record in the same issue was Chadwicks Category Director, Pat Moore, who has been twenty-six years in the business – starting in Atlantic Homecare back in the 1990s.

He has seen a lot of changes, particularly on the builders’ merchanting side. The latest revamps at Chadwicks Group however, had seen the rate of progress step up a gear.

In focus in this issue also was training. We focussed on the Pipelife Training Centre and Bostik Academy.

Self-Build, Paint, Software, Watertight Products and landscape Products all completed the offering alongside regulars Liam Kelly and Jeff Haden.

Retail gardening guru Liam wrote about value and Jeff rounded it all off on a positive note on the topic of ‘goals’.

A look back on the last year’s magazines importers and distributors, Joseph Murphy Ballina Ltd (JMBL), are forging ahead confidently in the industry.’

Stakelums The list of Retail Excellence’s Top 125 Stores included Stakelums in Thurles, where marketing manager Robert Harris took time out to share Stakelums’ thoughts on the achievement and the market in general. This formed a major profile.

Robert told us: ‘our brand is built on four pillars (Service, Range, Value & People) which have always guided us like a lighthouse, no matter how choppy the waters.’

With Pest Control, Self-Build, Workwear and more, we continued to add to our list of features and Liam Kelly looked ahead to autumn and winter with his usual sage advice.

Jeff Haden wrote about problem-solving, bringing it all to a close.

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Profile In August it was time to do a major profile with chairman of Expert Hardware, David Baker.

Expert’s response to the rising market has been exemplary and David shared his thoughts on the Group’s approach to nurturing and sustaining this market for the benefit of their members and customers alike.

Among the good news, we heard once again, how those new and returning DIYers seemed likely to stay with this sort of activity even after things ‘settled’.

JYSK meanwhile continued its expansion here. Ronnie Tuominen, country manager for UK and Ireland said the business was ‘on track’.

tral Department Store’s mission has never wavered. It constantly strives to be the mostloved store in Thailand.’

Features in this issue included Joseph Murphy Ballina Ltd (JMBL). We noted: ‘Through change and commitment to investment, leading hardware wholesaler,

Autumn of 2021 saw us make a special trip to Cork to check out Cork Builders Providers.

We were thrilled to get the opportunity to visit and to see at first hand the work that goes on in this leading outlet. They certainly have a great reputation and we saw why.

In News we saw how half of tradespeople don’t go for regular health check-ups.

Chadwicks Group had launched a national tradespersons check which provided customers with a free health check in Continued on page 12

Olympics We also reported on Flogas’ sponsorship of five top athletes for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics.

On the record was Damian O’Reilly from TU Dublin. ‘Right now the home is a centre of activities,’ said Damian.

‘People will come to stores looking for materials to facilitate home improvements with an emphasis on working spaces, gym space and children’s play areas,’ he noted.

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Review of the year branch in partnership with HealthWatch.

The health screenings covered BMI, blood pressure, and finger-prick test gauging the total cholesterol and glucose of the patient.

Features Bathrooms and Fuel featured in our feature articles. Heating, Fuel and Racking were among the other specialist areas covered.

On the record was Roni Tuominen of JYSK. In The Homefront meanwhile we checked out the new Window Display competition launched by the Inspired Home Show and the International Housewares Association (IHA), the global sponsors and organizers of the IHA Global Innovation Awards (gia) program.

The Global Honorees for the gia Top Window Awards provided some great inspiration for readers. The Top Window Award is a new awards program under the gia umbrella, introduced to show support to the retailers in the home and housewares industry.

‘We wanted to honour the hard work and innovation of home + housewares retailers around the world during the time of the pandemic,’ says Derek Miller, president of IHA.

Home furnishings In Autumn we also branched into home furnishings for a look at Michael Murphy Home Furnishing Established in 1974, the organisation has 6 stores across Dublin, Kildare and Wexford. They specialise in high quality sofas, dining and bedroom furniture.

And they had also been included on the list of top Irish Retailers as announced by Retail Excellence.

We also turned our attention to minimising hot water usage.

The Covid pandemic has had a huge impact, not only on how much time people spend at home, but also on their views on environmental responsibility and climate change.

There is a growing interest in products that can help save water and energy, helping to keep household bills down and contributing to a more sustainable lifestyle.

Survey A recent survey by the Bathroom Manufacturers Association had revealed that half of those surveyed would like to improve their household water efficiency (55%) but that 41% were not sure how to do so.

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has launched the #WaterMatters campaign to help consumers know how they can reduce water use.

It calls for bathroom retailers to communicate to their clients the importance of minimising hot water usage to save energy and reduce their carbon footprint.

Pat Barry, CEO of the Irish Green Building Council says: ‘The good news for retailers is that many brands offer bathroom products carrying the Unified Water Label, an easy-to-understand label to communicate level of water usage.

‘We urge the bathroom industry to promote the Unified Water Label and provide clear information to customers.’

Liam Kelly wrote about Winter Garden Sales at the end of this issue.

Sustainability was put centre stage in our On The Record feature with David Calt, regional sales manager and sustainability product advisor at Chadwicks.

Market David spoke about how the market was and how it had changed since he began working in this area.

He also looked at some of the latest products and trends that are out there and what might be coming down the line.

There was much coverage of The Inspired Home Show as might be expected.

The show was fast approaching and it was to be the first ‘in-person’ iteration of the event since the Pandemic struck.

As such we were preparing to head to Chicago once again.

Light And in our winter / early 2022 coverage we were speaking of ‘light on the horizon’. With springtime not far away and a sense that covid-related restrictions were about to be relaxed somewhat it seemed like a time to look forward with optimism.

Among the upbeat coverage was that news that Bord Bia Bloom was to return to a traditional event setting in the Phoenix Park.

‘Now in its sixteenth year, the festival will return to its central Dublin location subject to ongoing Government guidelines and public health advice’, we reported.

Stock We would be accompanied on the journey

by Brendan Fagan, representing his store Stock Design in Dublin. More about this later on in this issue also!

Elsewhere we a ran a report on the Retail Excellence Awards which had seen Arboretum take the National Retailer of The Year award.

Workwear, Paint and tips on sustainability completed out features alongside a look forward to 2022 by Liam Kelly in The Room Outside.

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Home improvements motivated by comfort, warmth and energy savings

Insights research commissioned by the Irish League of Credit Unions, Energia and House2Home to mark the nationwide launch of the CU Greener Homes scheme found that over half (56%) of Irish households were considering home improvements due to more time spent at home.

The research showed that comfort and warmth (68%) and saving money on energy (63%) were the two main drivers of future Irish home improvements.

Meanwhile the kitchen (56%) is the room most people would like to improve, with the exterior of the house (44%) and living room (41%), also popular.

Preferred When it comes to preferred home improvements, insulation is the first choice for many. A total of 34% would like to fit exterior wall insulation, 33% would opt for attic insulation while 29% would favour extra window glazing, said the research.

The research found that 64% would spend up to €5,000 on home improvements with 26% planning to spend in excess of €10,000.

This indicated a wide range of improvements were being considered and a significant proportion of Irish households who were prepared to make a large investment in long-term upgrades, it was noted.

Access to finance Of those who had recently carried out home improvement upgrades, 60% primarily used their savings to pay for the work, with 21% borrowing money.

Of this borrowing cohort, 68% turned to their local credit union with just 23% using a bank.

One third (33%) of respondents who are planning future home improvements said they would borrow from a credit union, compared to only 10% who planned to take a bank loan.

Carbon footprint and sustainable homes A total of 57% of respondents felt Ireland wasn’t doing enough to reduce its carbon footprint.

The research also showed that issues around energy efficiency and climate change were prevalent in people’s thoughts, with 43% considering future home improvements to be more climate friendly.

In addition, 77% thought a better BER or energy rating for their own home would positively impact the environment.

Aware Paul Bailey, Head of Communications of the Irish League of Credit Unions said: ‘We have been aware for some time, through our member credit unions, of the significant demand for a green home improvement loan.

‘In keeping with the Government’s Climate Action Plan, we embarked on an explorative journey with Energia and House2Home to see how we could collaborate to deliver the SEAI preferred one-stop-shop approach to deep retrofitting.

‘The outcome of this journey is the CU Greener Homes scheme. Our aim is to make the process of deep retrofitting easy and cost effective for credit union members with loans from as low as 4.9%.

‘In Energia and House2Home, we have found two partners who share our passion for excellent customer experience and com-

mitment to the environment.’

Unsurprising Cormac Mannion, head of energy services at Energia commented how the nation had spent more time at home in general than ever before, at time of writing.

‘So, it is unsurprising to see people report that they are seeking new ways to create a comfortable, and cost-efficient environment at home,’ he said.

‘The CU Greener Homes scheme is an opportunity for households across Ireland to undertake meaningful improvements and changes that will not only benefit them, but also their community, the broader environment and future generations.

‘Through our work to supply 100% green energy to communities across Ireland, we see the tangible benefits of such changes.

‘We are delighted to partner with the Irish League of Credit Unions and House2Home, two organisations that share our commitment to community and sustainability.’

Happy customers Rory Clarke, general manager of House2Home commented: ‘At House2Home we have been providing home energy upgrades to happy customers since 2013.

‘We believe in a cleaner, greener future for our communities and look forward to partnering with the Irish League of Credit Unions and Energia, who share this commitment.

‘We are delighted to bring the full House2Home experience to customers and provide them with one complete solution when they decide to upgrade their home.’

Further information on the CU Greener Home Scheme is available at https:// cugreenerhomes.ie/.

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BUSINESS HEALTH

Key findings: Three-quarters of tradespeople have made changes to lead a healthier lifestyle in recent times but half do not regularly go for a health check-up 1-in-5 admit to working through illness so they don’t fall behind on a job 76% consider their job physically demanding 49% regularly suffer aches and pains after work

‘Half of tradespeople don’t go for a regular health check up’ Chadwicks Group’s free National Tradesperson Check

We reported towards the latter part of last year how three-quarters of tradespeople had made changes to lead a healthier lifestyle in the recent past and how 73% said that COVID-19 had made them more health conscious.

That was all according to research from Chadwicks Group.

The research of over 600 tradespeople, examining attitudes to health and wellness, found that while many were trying to be healthier, there was – and no doubt, still is – room for improvement!

Half said they didn’t go for a regular health check-up and 1-in-5 admitted to working through illness so as not to fall behind on a job.

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son Check (NTC) which provides customers with a free health check in-branch in partnership with HealthWatch.

The health screenings cover BMI, blood pressure and finger-prick test gauging the total cholesterol and glucose of the patient.

In its second year, the NTC had been taking place in eighteen Chadwick Group locations nationwide, we reported, including Chadwicks, The Panelling Centre, Cork Builders Providers and Telfords.

Shouldering the pain According to the Chadwicks Group research, a fifth of tradespeople work a minimum of sixty hours a week and three-quarters, (76%), consider their occupation physically demanding.

Given the long hours and the physical nature of the job, it’s perhaps no surprise that half, (49%), regularly suffer from aches

and pains as a result.

A total of 77% said they have had to attend a physio for work-related pain and just over two-thirds, (69%), had missed a day of work due to joint pain.

The most common ailments for tradespeople are: Back pain (80%) Overall body stiffness and achiness (58%) Knee pain (50%) Shoulder pain (36%) Neck pain (27%) Of those that suffer with aches and pains, over half, (55%), say they don’t do anything to address the issue.

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To help tradespeople across Ireland manage their aches and pains, as part of last year’s NTC campaign, Chadwicks Group

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teamed up with Sports Physio Ireland to create ‘Chadwicks Flexi-Time’ a short stretching routine designed specifically for tradespeople.

Chadwicks Flexi-Time consists of five bitesize videos, available on the Chadwicks Facebook, Instagram and twitter pages.

Each video was designed specifically to address the issues tradespeople face and can be done at any time of the day to help alleviate muscle tension.

Launching last year’s National Tradesperson Check, Chadwicks Group ambassador and resident builder on RTE’s ‘Home Rescue’, Peter Finn, said tradespeople need to prioritise their health.

‘Working in the construction industry is a physically demanding job at the best of times but as the country has been reopening, the demand for tradespeople has been huge so we’re all working longer hours than ever before trying to get through the backlog of work from various lockdowns,’ he said.

worked through illness.

‘This makes it even more important to look after ourselves and take time out of our busy schedules to prioritise our health.

‘I am also really looking forward to giving the Chadwicks Flexi-Time classes a go,’ declared Peter.

‘The research shows that aches and pains come with the job so it’s great to have some specific stretching routines which are designed solely with our profession in mind.

‘I know some sites do incorporate stretching into their morning routine so myself and my crew will definitely be giving it a go on the site.’

Delighted Patrick Atkinson, CEO of Chadwicks Group said they were ‘delighted’ to expand these health checks to eighteen locations across the country.

‘At Chadwicks Group, we understand that tradespeople are working extremely long hours and finding time to look after their health can be a challenge,’ he said.

‘That’s why we have designed the NTC with the tradesperson in mind.’

Self-employed ‘A lot of us in the industry are also self-employed so, it’s no surprise that the research shows that a fifth of tradespeople have

Smart future central theme of Sandyford Business District’s Innovation week

A number of well-known speakers addressed Sandyford Business District’s (SBD) Innovation Week 2021.

The district has featured several times in Hardware & Homestyle due to the preponderance of home and home enhancement stores amongst its retailer and supplier mix.

Focus The event focused on spotlighting some of the challenges facing Ireland across energy, waste, mobility and the environment as we look to an increasingly digitised future.

Attendees received cutting-edge insights and information which will help businesses to address some of the pressing issues facing the country while strategically preparing their companies for the ‘fourth industrial revolution’.

SBD’S Innovation Week 2021 followed on from the success of the previous year’s event which brought together some of the most prominent leaders across a range of sectors, spanning technology, mobility, retail and digital.

of employers and employees.

‘Small businesses owners recognising that they have an important responsibility in supporting staff through these challenging times is vital to the resilience and productivity of an organisation – and will be essential when companies begin to rebuild after this crisis passes.

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Rise in number of small firms accessing workplace wellbeing resources A new ‘Workplace Wellbeing Survey’ from the Small Firms Association (SFA) showed us how over two-thirds (69%) of small business owners access workplace wellbeing resources to support the health and wellbeing of their employees – compared to one-third in 2019.

The survey was published to mark the seventh National Workplace Wellbeing Day.

Wonderful Sven Spollen-Behrens, SFA director, said: ‘It is wonderful to see a doubling in the number of small business owners providing health and wellbeing resources to their employees.

‘Covid restrictions have impacted the mental and physical health and wellbeing

‘Despite size, small business is doing what it can to support employee wellbeing through bike to work schemes, healthy eating initiatives and organising walking clubs and exercise classes highlighting that effective wellbeing programmes don’t have to be costly, and much can be done to support employees on a limited budget.

‘Workplace wellness initiatives have proven to reduce absenteeism, enhance employee engagement and increase productivity.

‘To improve the importance of wellbeing across Ireland’s small business community, greater access to initiatives and services are needed in this area.’

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‘38% set to increase online spending in 2022’ E-commerce set to continue on upward trajectory – research The exponential growth in the popularity of e-commerce looks set to continue, according to new Digital Insights research commissioned by representative body for the sector, Digital Business Ireland and the custodians of Ireland’s national domain registry, .IE.

region will spend online this year, with Munster at 39% and Dublin lagging behind at 36% Across the income brackets, 40% of those earning between 50-80k will increase online expenditure Just 2% of those earning over 80k intend to reduce their online spending

Group The research was carried out by Ireland Thinks and is based on a nationally representative sample, collected from a group of over 30,000 panellists.

As part of the survey, respondents were asked to disclose if they intended to increase or decrease their online spending in 2022, or whether they anticipated a change in expenditure at all.

The findings were then assessed across a broad range of demographics – age, gender, income level and regional distribution.

Collectively, the research offers a fascinating insight into consumer trends and behaviours that emerged over the course of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Findings Among its key findings, the Digital Insights research showed that, in 2022: 38% of people expected to increase their online spending 46% of people under the age of forty-five said they planned to moderately or significantly increase their online expenditure Men are set to outspend women online this year – with 42% of men saying they will increase their online spend, compared to 34% of women 43% of people across the Connacht-Ulster

Encouraging Overall, the research showcases the strong growth of e-commerce. Findings will be encouraging for the many businesses and retailers throughout Ireland who have invested heavily in enhancing their digital functionality over the past two years.

In addition, the Digital Insights research demonstrates that any initial hesitancy on behalf of the Irish public with regard to shopping online and the security of it, has since subsided.

The findings have come as no surprise to Digital Business Ireland, who, through working with its network of 6,000 businesses, has witnessed first-hand, ‘the seismic shift in the Irish consumer landscape, as e-commerce continues on its upward trajectory, with little sign of slowing down’.

Equally, businesses across Ireland have embraced the numerous opportunities offered by pivoting their operations online.

Valuable Secretary general of Digital Business Ireland, Lorraine Higgins, says the findings marked the first in their Digital Insights series, aimed at gaining valuable insights into the prevailing opinions of Irish consumers towards shopping online.

‘Evidently, the exponential growth of e-commerce looks set to continue in 2022, with consumers, across a range of demographics, set to increase their online expenditure,’ she tells us.

‘Overall the findings point to the importance of having digital functionality for businesses and retailers throughout Ireland.

‘At Digital Business Ireland, empowering SMEs to unlock the full potential of e-commerce forms the core of our work, and we are delighted to provide these crucial insights to our members to help them position their sales development strategies for the year ahead.’

Accelerated Oonagh McCutcheon, corporate communications manager at .IE, and national director of the .IE Digital Town Programme, says: ‘The pandemic has accelerated many important trends in consumer behaviour.

‘These findings tell us that it is not wise for business owners or policymakers to divide Irish consumers along stereotypical lines, such as age or geography.

‘Ireland is a small, connected country, and ideas, attitudes, and best practices are learned and quickly adopted.

‘This connectedness means that nearly all Irish consumers are used to spending online.

They have a well-formed idea of what a seamless online experience looks and feels like.

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A total of 64% of the nation blamed poor kitchen design for unhealthy eating, research has found.

The Panelling Centre revealed, in our autumn coverage, why an organised kitchen design is essential for a healthy eating regime

Designs on kitchens at the Panelling Centre

We revealed how nearly two-thirds (64%) of the nation believed that their poor kitchen layout influenced unhealthy eating habits – according to research by The Panelling Centre.

We were reporting on their survey of 1,047 people which had found that two-fifths of Irish people didn’t enjoy cooking in their own kitchen spaces as a result of inadequate kitchen designs.

The research was carried out to launch The Panelling Centre’s campaign to shine a light on the nation’s ‘Kitchen Health’ it was reported.

Healthy habits With more time spent at home in the recent past, there had been an increased interest in home cooking for certain and we have seen

this time and again in our coverage.

Nearly two-thirds, (64%), of Irish people believed they would cook healthier and more nutritious meals if they had more counter space, the new research now revealed.

When it comes to getting creative in the kitchen, over half, (52%), of all those surveyed revealed that they cooked all meals from scratch and used fresh ingredients where possible.

Over a third of the nation admitted they had a combination of freshly prepared meals during the week with a treat of a takeaway at the weekend.

Consideration With more consideration for health and wellbeing, there has been a rise in demand for healthy home cooking appliances.

Nearly three-quarters of those polled said they would consider investing in health-focused appliances, such as a combination steam cooker or teppanyaki grill to encourage healthy habits at home.

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of steam ovens in The Panelling Centre increased by 141% in comparison with the same time period in 2019.

Storage Introducing clever storage systems into the kitchen can also positively influence a healthy eating regime.

Functional storage units such as wireworks and pull-out systems allow for clear visibility and easy access to produce, which in turn, creates less wastage and encourages home chefs to get creative with their existing ingredients.

More countertop space (36%), better kitchen storage for ingredients (36%) and a full suite of new appliances (23%) were listed as the main sources for inspiration when it comes to preparing healthier meals.

Nearly two-fifths of all those surveyed admitted a full kitchen remodel would inspire and encourage them to don the apron and get cooking for all the family.

Kitchen frustrations Despite the interest in home cooking, according to The Panelling Centre survey, over a third

of the nation described their kitchen negatively, stating they found it difficult to cook within their existing setup and didn’t enjoy the experience.

Of those who were unhappy with their current kitchen layout, nearly 40% revealed that the lack of counter space frustrated them as it could be difficult to prepare healthy meals from scratch.

Almost a fifth of those polled admitted that the lack of storage in their kitchen was a barrier to healthy eating, while 1-in-10 were uninspired to cook due to the overall size of their kitchens.

Not only do these frustrations discourage the nation from cooking, but they also create difficulty when storing fresh ingredients and produce.

As a result, the nation is more likely to reach for takeaways and processed food, than prepare a meal from scratch.

• Ensure generous storage While the kitchen can often fall victim to clutter, finding homes for appliances and tools can be a tricky feat. It is important to maximise space as much as possible within the kitchen. Simple organisational tips like installing cupboards over the fridge or making space for shelving units will allow for more space and a cleaner work surface. At The Panelling Centre,

There’s a new DIY generation out there. People need to take advantage of it now while it’s there!

That observa- Damian O’Reilly tion came from Damian O’Reilly who further referred to a UK study which revealed how eighty percent of consumers were seeking to redesign or improve their properties – including their gardens.

Senior lecturer in retail management at TU Dublin, Damian further commented how (in summer 2021) ‘the home is a centre of activities. People work there, relax there and home-school there too.’

Consider To prevent kitchen design from being a barrier to healthy cooking, The Panelling Centre provided its top tips for customers on what to consider when planning a kitchen layout.

The Panelling Centre’s top tips: • Consider counter space As lack of storage space is one of the leading frustrations in existing layouts, counter space is a crucial element to consider when designing a dream kitchen. Aim to maximise countertops when designing the kitchen space or introduce additional surfaces such as an island or breakfast bar that will create more countertops in the kitchen. Opt for durable and stain-resistant counters as this will provide longevity and allows for easy maintenance.

New DIYers to maintain newfound interest

interior enthusiasts will find a wide range of clever storage solutions from wireworks to pull-out storage systems that will utilise existing kitchen space and allow for more items to be stored accessibly. What’s more, the broad range of storage solutions are also available for retrofitting, catering to customers looking to update their existing kitchen space.

• Look to the future Future-proofing is one of the most important elements of kitchen design.

It is crucial to plan the kitchen so it can accommodate the homeowner’s changing needs. Choose appliances and items that will cater to the household’s needs, not only in 5 years but in fifteen years’ time! Space and seating are essentials, so it’s important to dedicate sufficient time and consideration when planning for these elements.

Interesting effects It was all having some quite interesting effects, observed Damian, who noted how research suggested that young DIYers would maintain their interest post-pandemic.

Damian O’Reilly also had some tips for us when he was our special guest in On The Record.

• Know your customer. It’s about understanding the shopper journey. For DIY it often starts online • We need to plan for the medium-term not just about getting customers in now.

Look to seeing where you’ll be in two or three years’ time • You should also look at inventory turnover. You have to turn over that stock as fast as possible. Buy ten of this product, sell one and I’ve got my money back, is often the mindset I see. You have to turn it over very quickly. It’s a false illusion to say that: I’ve made my money back so the rest is just profit. The other 9 items (SKUs) may be there for a year or longer. They are paid for and costing you money.

• Social media! Get a digital profile! Social media is important but we see retailers who still don’t do it.

• Shops need to be inspirational. I want something that makes me engage with the product and retailer. You have to become the store of choice by giving the experience.

• Price is not the important variable… you want to adopt value-based pricing… what is the value to the customer? If I am charged two euro more then what am I getting for it? Excellent service; nicer environment; better product knowledge; all these add to the Value the customer gets from the shopping experience.

• And last but certainly not least is the Gen Z and increased awareness on sustainability issues.

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Flogas sponsors five top athletes for Tokyo 2020 Paralympics Cyclists Katie-George Dunlevy and Eve McCrystal, canoeist Patrick O’Leary, discus thrower Niamh McCarthy and middle-distance runner Michael McKillop are the five athletes that Flogas sponsored for the 2020 Paralympics in Tokyo.

Flogas is also an official sponsor of Paralympics Ireland and John Rooney, managing director, Flogas Ireland, said in advance of the big event: ‘We’re delighted and proud to be once again involved with Paralympics Ireland. Our sponsorship programme aims to make a positive difference by supporting our athletes who are competing at the highest levels of their sport.’

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Katie-George Dunlevy and Eve McCrystal

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Flogas partnered up with GIAF for Mirror Pavilion 2021 Flogas Ireland and the Galway International Arts Festival (GIAF) again partnered up for the second part of Irish artist John Gerrard’s award-winning Mirror Pavilion project.

John Rooney, managing director Flogas Ireland at the Mirror Pavilion, Leaf Work, (Derrigimlagh) 2020 in Connemara.

l/r John Crumlish, CEO, Galway International Arts Festival; John Rooney, managing director Flogas Ireland; Irish artist John Gerrard, creator of the Mirror Pavilion project and Paul Fahy, the Festival’s artistic director at the Mirror Pavilion, Leaf Work (Derrigimlagh) 2020 in Connemara.

Mesmerising The mesmerising ‘Mirror Pavilion, Leaf Work, (Derrigimlagh) 2020 could be seen in the spectacular 4,000-year-old Derrigimlagh Bog in Connemara throughout the Festival’s run up to 18 September.

Once again, this year, the Mirror Pavilion project was powered by renewable energy sources supplied by Flogas Ireland as the Festival’s Energy Partner.

The successful collaboration for the 2020 GIAF won both partners the Award for ‘Best Use of Creativity in the Community’ at the Business to Arts Awards.

Mirror Pavilion by John Gerrard was commissioned by Galway International Arts Festival for Galway 2020 European Capital of Culture.

The first part of the project entitled ‘Mirror Pavilion, Corn Work’, premiered on Claddagh Quay in Galway during last year’s Festival.

Proud John Rooney, managing director, Flogas Ireland, said, ‘We’re extremely proud of our ongoing energy partnership with the Galway International Arts Festival on the Mirror Pavilion project.

‘We will continue to aid the festival’s ongoing transformation into a carbon neutral event.

‘Its commitment to sustainability mirrors our own commitment towards delivering sustainable electricity, Natural Gas and LPG to homes and businesses in Ireland.’

John Crumlish, CEO, GIAF, said: ‘We are very happy that Flo-

gas are once again involved with Mirror Pavilion, which is such an exciting project for us all.

‘In addition, our ongoing partnership with Flogas is hugely important to the organisation’s efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.

‘Becoming more sustainable in what we do is a key goal for the organisation and Flogas, who themselves are committed to delivering sustainable energy, are a great partner in helping us achieve this.’

Bikes Flogas also teamed up with Galway firm Brite Mobility to offer free electric bike trips on dedicated e-bikes to organisers, artists, accredited staff, volunteers and ticketholders for the run of the festival.

‘Thanks to the incredible hard work behind the scenes by festival CEO John Crumlish and his team, there are many exciting, must-see events on the calendar for all to enjoy,’ continued John Rooney.

‘We are very pleased to team up with Brite Mobility to offer all those associated with this year’s festival a chance to enjoy free e-bike trips and make the most of this world-famous event.’

GIAF GIAF 2021 featured exciting live, in-person arts experiences across theatre, music and visual arts, as well as a wide range of in-person conversations in the 2021 edition of First Thought Talks.

Keeping the connection with those who may not have been able to attend in person, GIAF 2021 included an enhanced digital element, with several live streams and view on demand events.

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Topform Limited named overall winner at the National Small Business Awards 2021

SFA Director, Sven Spollen-Behrens

Chadwicks customer wins Toyota van!

Autumn Fair & Moda ‘deliver record orders’ Retailers from across the UK flocked to attend one of the first major retail trade shows since the first lockdowns had been implemented, in the form of Autumn Fair and Moda.

The desire to refresh their stock levels, inject newness and discover exciting new products for their stores, and experience product in person, created ‘a very confident mood’ said organisers, and many exhibiting suppliers secured record numbers and quality of orders.

Overall, feedback from exhibitors centred on the amount of pent-up demand for face-to-face trading again.

Julie Driscoll, managing director, Hyve Retail, Fashion & Digital Marketing says: ‘As a team, we have all been completely blown away by the attendance and huge volume of orders being written during Autumn Fair and Moda.

‘The reaction from all our wonderful exhibitors and visitors has been overwhelming.’

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Chadwicks trade customer Joe Grogan is pictured here receiving the keys to a brand new Toyota 211 Proace City van at Chadwicks in Tullamore.

Chadwick had teamed up with Toyota Ireland to give one lucky trade customer the chance to win the 211 Toyota Proace City, following its arrival in Ireland in 2020.

Top prize Offaly native Joe Grogan of J & J Grogan Construction and trade customer of Chadwicks Tullamore and Chadwicks Ballinasloe, scooped the top prize of the new Toyota Proace City out of over thousands of entries.

Joe drove away in a van ‘perfectly adapted for tradespeople’ including a Chadwicks approved lockbox to ensure all tools and materials can be safely stored while on the go.

We reported on how the winners of the Small Firms Association (SFA) National Small Business Awards 2021 had been announced and how Topform Limited had been named as Overall National SFA Small Business Winner 2021.

The Awards celebrate the achievements of small businesses in Ireland and recognise the important and vital contributions of this sector to the Irish economy.

Forty finalists and five Emerging New Businesses were selected from hundreds of applications received for the 2021 programme.

Based in Gort Topform Limited, based in Gort, Co Galway since 1977, manufactures specialised laminate worktops in precision engineered work surfaces.

Topform are passionate about kitchen worktops and produce some of Ireland’s best known kitchen worktops through their TopShape, TopPlus, TopContract and TopWood ranges.

Topform enjoys a majority share of the Irish market with its customised worktop solutions. It supplies components to the UK and Europe for the mobile leisure market – mobile homes, caravans, and campervans.

Commitment Topform is led by managing director, Paul Glynn and employs forty-six people. Topform’s commitment to Lean Development, research, digital innovation and customer service has led to its continuous growth and success.

Announcing the winner, Graham Byrne, SFA Chair said: ‘Topform is a model company for indigenous businesses in Ireland.

‘It is a strong profitable company that strives to be the best in its industry with a focus on continuous improvements.

‘The company was the overall winner of the SFA National Business Awards in 2016 and has doubled its turnover since then.

Topform’s intention for the next five years is to again double its turnover through organic growth.’

Sven SFA Director, Sven Spollen-Behrens added: ‘We continue to grow the SFA Business Awards programme that positions the small business brand as the backbone of the Irish economy.

Congratulations to all the finalists who, because of Covid 19, went through the 2021 Awards virtually.

‘Each finalist represents the best in small business and are all winners. Small businesses are present in every village, town and city and contribute enormously to economic activity and community engagement.’

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Fleetwood’s design team has it covered!

It’s a busy time for home decor and those considering or beginning their decorating project are on the hunt for assistance on all aspects of design.

Eager ‘We envision a great influx of eager homeowners ready to take on 2022 with a new lease of life and a new lick of paint,’ was the message from Fleetwood at the beginning of the year.

‘The world we find ourselves in

now is at the forefront of change and traditional methods of working are moving online and to speed up and assist in the buying process we are now hosting our colour consultations online.’

Fleetwood Paints work with a dedicated team of interior designers who advise on design and colour schemes for colour brochures and for residential and commercial projects.

These online colour events will

take place on zoom and last approximately 30 minutes.

There is a €50 charge for the service and each online customer will receive a €15 Fleetwood Paints voucher to redeem in their local Fleetwood stockist as well as 3 tester pots of their recommended colours.

The success of these colour events is owed to the one-to-one focus between designer and client with no distractions and also that they are taken in the comfort of the

client’s home.

This personalised experience is tailored to the customer’s interior or exterior needs giving them the right colour, paint and finish they need to begin decorating their home.

Team ‘From interior and exterior walls and woodwork to joinery and accessories, our design team has it covered.’

Fleetwood online consultations began January 2022.

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Chadwicks Group was delighted to provide support to the Sheridan family from Waterford City in DIY: SOS The Big Build Series 2.

As the exclusive building materials supplier to the show, Chadwicks provided a wide range of materials to facilitate a significant refurbishment of the Sheridan’s home to make it fully accessible in just nine days.

Products provided included plumbing materials, doors and floors, insulation, plasterboard, paint supplies, roof windows, steel, timber, hire equipment, hardwood and garden materials.

Mother of three, Laura Sheridan, has faced insurmountable challenges. Following a battle with Covid-19 in 2020, Laura was then diagnosed with Stage 3 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, a form of cancer that directly affects the immune system.

Treatment As director of Nursing in Maypark House Nursing Home and former Nurse of the Year, Laura had to take a leave of absence to undergo aggressive cancer treatment.

Despite taking leave for her treatment, the devoted single mother struggled to find time to

recuperate while minding her three young children.

Laura’s twin boys (5) have autism and have a range of complex sensory and emotional needs.

Laura’s utmost priority is to keep her family safe and well and ensure they have a home that caters for their specific needs, we noted.

Laura was seeking help from the DIY SOS team to adapt her home for the boys’ various occupational needs as well as create a place that they can truly call home.

The Chadwicks team would be on hand to support presenter Baz Ashmawy and the DIY SOS crew at the Sheridan family home as they aimed to transform it to suit the family’s specific needs.

Incredible Commenting on the partnership was Mark O’Mahony, branch manager at Chadwicks Waterford, who said: DIY: SOS The Big Build, is an incredible show that helps some of Ireland’s most deserving families and we are proud to be involved in such an inspiring and worthwhile project.

‘Laura’s story really touched us and she has gone up against incredible odds yet remains optimistic and positive about her future.

‘We want to ensure that we create a home for Laura and her three children to enjoy and create unforgettable memories, and we feel very fortunate to be involved.’

DIY SO S: The Big Build has gained national acclaim for its inspiring renovations for families in need.

In each episode an army of volunteer builders, labourers, tradespeople, suppliers, friends and neighbours come together to give their time and labour to support a local family.

Chadwicks lends its support to Waterford family on DIY SOS Builders merchant supplies materials and services to adapt Waterford family home

Group partnered with Irish Wheelchair Association Chadwicks Group announced the Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) as its new charity partner in 2021.

community centres across the country to help improve accessibility for its users.

Choice and equality The IWA is a community of people with physical disabilities across Ireland founded on the belief that everyone should be able to live a life of choice and equality.

They offer services for those with physical disabilities to live independently, all the while campaigning for equal opportunities for their community.

As part of this partnership, Chadwicks Group would supply a range of building materials to IWA

Teaming up In addition to providing construction materials, Chadwicks Group would also team up with the IWA to raise funds for its national support services which include accessible transport, community centres, driving assessments and lessons, and respite care.

Launching the announcement was Paralympian, Patrick Monahan who credits organisations like the Irish Wheelchair Association with helping him find his passion for wheelchair racing.

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Arboretum comes out on top!

Arboretum – with branches in Leighlinbridge in Co. Carlow and Kilquade in Co. Wicklow – has been named National Retailer of the Year in the annual Retail Excellence awards.

The awards were presented at a special ceremony in Dublin.

Retail Excellence is the largest representative body for the retail sector in Ireland and the annual awards programme identifies outstanding examples of retail businesses across the country.

The National Retailer of the Year is the stand-out award presented each year in recognition of an exceptional retail business.

Most recently we reported how the award has gone to Abroretum.

Chicago Arboretum is run by the Doyle family and they and the store are no strangers to us here at Hardware & Homestyle. The store was a gia representative store in Chicago a few short years back and represented Ireland at the Inspired Home Show in Chicago.

The business was originally based on a ten-acre site in Leighlinbridge in Co. Carlow which features a kitchen store, a garden café, home and gift area, furniture area, fashion area and a qualified team of plant experts all under the one roof.

In 2015 Arboretum opened its second store in Kilquade, Co. Wicklow, based on the site of the National Garden Exhibition Centre.

The Kilquade shop features a superb plant offering with expert horticultural knowledge alongside a furniture & BBQ shop, garden tools and care area and

an outdoor landscaping area, together with a café.

Honoured Fergal Doyle, of Arboretum says the company was honoured and thrilled to have been named Retailer of the Year.

‘We are thrilled with this award and we regard it as a wonderful acknowledgement of the hard work and dedication which our team of over 130 people have shown over the past two years,’ he told us.

‘It has been an incredibly difficult period between the pandemic, the various lockdowns and the challenges that people are facing every day of the week – but our team has kept going throughout everything and they are the reason we have won this award.’

Tribute Duncan Graham, chief executive of Retail Excellence said that all the winners were a tribute to Irish retail.

‘These awards highlight that despite all the current challenges, the retail sector continues to thrive’, he said.

‘All winners demonstrate the hard work, vision and determination that characterises the best of Irish retail. They are worthy winners and superb ambassadors for the sector.’

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The full list of award winners are: National Retailer of the Year: Arboretum National Store of the Year: Fabiani Top5 Awards • Fabiani • Arboretum • Petstop Galway • Frank’s Place 1860 • Brown Thomas Cork Ireland’s Friendliest Place: Dunshaughlin Digital Campaign of the Year: www.mccabespharmacy.com Ecommerce Retailer of the Year: www.brownthomas.ie New Ecommerce Retailer of the Year: www.kaliedy.com Manager of the Year: Karl Fitzgerald, Applegreen Rising Star of the Year: Saoirse O’Reilly, JYSK Supplier of the Year: Excel Recruitment Sectoral Awards: • Jewellery | Gift Store of the Year: The Kilkenny Shop • Electronic & Tech Store of the Year: Vodafone Henry Street • Home | Interiors Store of the Year: Diamond Furniture • Health | Pharmacy | Beauty Store of the Year: The Source Bulk Foods • Forecourt | Convenience Store of the Year: Applegreen Santry • Optician of the Year: Wild Atlantic Opticians • Restaurant | Coffee House of the Year: Insomnia Shackleton

Top30 Finalists in Retail Excellence National Store of the Year Awards

Duncan Graham

When it came to the Top30 finalists, the list included such familiar names in our sector as: Topline Murtaghs in Ashbourne and Windyridge Nurseries & Garden Centre in Dun Laoghaire, as well of course, as Arboretum.

The Store of the Year competition is a central part of the Retail Excellence Annual Awards, which were established in 1997 to promote best practice and encourage the highest standards in the Irish retail industry.

Former ‘National Store of the Year’ winners include Avoca, Tilestyle, Applegreen, Arboretum, O’Briens Wines, Galvin For Men, Willow and

Green Acres.

Commenting on the initial announcement of the top thirty stores, Duncan Graham, managing director, Retail Excellence, said: ‘We all know the hardships that retailers have gone through since the emergence of the pandemic, and as such we must celebrate the positives even moreso now.

‘Even though there are just thirty finalists announced, the reality is that the entire industry has worked so hard to emerge even stronger after the pandemic and we are proud to be there to support them in every way we can.’

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Ireland – Stock Design, Dublin stockdesignonline.com For more than forty-five years, Stock Design has led the way in independent homewares retailing in Dublin.

Throughout that time, Brendan Fagan has sourced new and innovative products from around the world and declares that he has never had a ‘boring day in retail’!

From cookware, tabletop products and sustainability-focused goods to soft furnishings and barware, it’s all here in a landmark premises drawing on its unique history as two separate industrial buildings.

Oozing charm and passion, it’s little wonder that Stock Design has attracted three generations of loyal customers in search of the unique, the practical and the inspirational… or a mixture of all three!

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he Inspired Home Show and the International Housewares Association (IHA), the global sponsors and organizers of the IHA Global Innovation Awards (gia) program, announced the 2022 gia Global Honorees for Retail Excellence.

The Global Honorees are: • Argentina – Paul French Gallery • Brazil – Westwing Brasil • France – La Maison Pernoise • Taiwan – hengstyle HENG LEONG

HANG CO., LTD • USA – Butler’s Pantry The global gia jury, consisting of four retail/visual merchandising experts and seven editors and publishers of co-sponsoring housewares trade publications from around the world, selected the gia Global Honorees from the winners previously chosen in their respective countries by the national gia stores.

In addition, the Martin M. Pegler Award for Excellence in Visual Merchandising was awarded to HomeTown – by Praxis Home Retail Limited of India, and the gia Digital Commerce Award for Excellence in Online Retailing was

awarded to MAKE Designed Objects of Australia.

In addition to the 2022 Global Honorees, the 2020 gia Retail Global Honorees and the 2021 gia Top Window award winners were honoured at the livestreamed gia awards dinner that took place in Chicago.

The gia program was created by IHA and The Inspired Home Show (formerly the International Home + Housewares Show) to foster innovation and excellence in home and housewares retailing throughout the world. Since the launch of gia in 2000, there have been close to 500 gia retail award winners, from 50 countries on six continents Co-sponsoring the country-specific gia award programs with IHA are housewares trade publications worldwide.

This year, a record number of 33 national gia stores from 32 countries were selected by the co-sponsoring trade publications with targeted distribution in over 50 countries on five continents.

All winners were automatically entered in the global competition for The Inspired Home Show in Chicago.

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The 2021-2022 national gia stores Argentina – Paul French Gallery, Buenos Aires pauldeco.com Trendy, inspirational and aspirational, the Paul French Gallery inspires a way of living, featuring an eclectic diversity of items for the home and for the individual. Excellence is in the simplicity and exoticism of styles that generate a unique sense of wellbeing.

Paul defines a combination of textures, styles and cultures, with craftsmanship as its most valued treasure as it transforms products from the market to make them distinctive and unique.

With an artistic and sustainable spirit, the concept store offers a whole variety of experiences: a coffee shop, tea store, wine shop and flower shop, all together in the same space under an aesthetic curatorship.

Australia – MAKE Designed Objects, Carlton VIC Argentina

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of the world’s great contemporary design stores by presenting its customers with an extensive, curated range of the finest homewares and personal accessories in beautiful environments both online and in the world of brick and mortar.

Belgium – Dupont Professional Food Equipment, Zwevegem kookboetiek.be Dupont Professional Food Equipment, a specialty store located in the small town of Zwevegem in western Belgium, is a Cooking Valhalla for food professionals, hobby chefs, foodies and culinary enthusiasts who are looking for professional and quality equipment to fully develop their culinary passion.

Bermuda – The Chefs Shop, Bermuda, Hamilton chefshopbermuda.shop The Chefs Shop in Bermuda is a family-run business spanning sixty-five years. The store is a traditional hands-on kitchen store, yet unique in its extensive mix of commercial and domestic brands catering to both home cooks and professional chefs.

Brazil – Westwing Brasil, São Paulo Argentina

westwing.com.br Westwing was designed to provide customers with a new experience, offering impeccably curated, in-stock products arranged in rooms that are constantly updated.

As in a real home, everyone is welcome and invited to explore the spaces as if they were in one of the Westwing website campaigns.

Customers can take a closer look and check the quality of the materials, the texture of an exclusive fabric, or the sophistication of a crystal drinkware set.

A professional is always there to offer customized tips and ideas. The space also hosts special events and workshops for customers and partners.

Canada – HOME on water st., St. John’s NL homeonwaterst.com In a world of ‘big-box retail’ and online shopping, HOME on water st. has created an oasis for the senses. Situated on the picturesque main street of one of Canada’s oldest and most charming cities, HOME on water st. caters to customers who can truly appreciate the tactile experience of old school shopping.

China – KEYE CASA, Qingdao, Shandong

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keyecasa.com Keye Home Co., Ltd. was founded in 1996.

After twenty-three years of development, it has become the exclusive agent of wallpaper, curtains, furniture and interior gifts cooperating with domestic and international top brands.

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Colombia – Miscelandia, San Andés Islas miscelandia.co In the early 1970s, a young couple decided to become independent and set-up a business that would change the face of retail in the small island of San Andrés and Colombia. They imagined and built a retail experience that everyone would love.

Denmark – SINNERUP, Aarhus sinnerup.dk In 1971, Sinnerup began its journey when Poul Sinnerup opened his first shop in Holstebro, Denmark.

Today, his son Lars Sinnerup, who has been following the store’s development since its beginning, continues the family business.

France – La Maison Pernoise, Pernes les Fontaines lamaisonpernoise.com On a whim, Lau Dejente transformed an old barn in a small French village into La Maison Pernoise, an interior design shop capable of attracting worldwide customers.

Channeling advertising and store management experience, Dejente carefully selects and displays products, creating an immersive, harmonious experience that evolves every three weeks according to her perception of trends and travel inspirations.

The store also hosts masterclasses by European stylists alongside evenings of music and theater in their cozy courtyard.

La Maison Pernoise is the quintessence of a French lifestyle store, transcending into a place of life where experience is not an empty word.

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Germany – Lorey, Frankfurt am Main lorey.de Lorey was founded in 1796 as a small craft enterprise specializing in birdcages and kitchenware, later becoming a retailer. With a ‘best in class’ attitude, Lorey has the passionate claim to curate the ‘most useful’ and ‘best’ products in individual categories, supported with excellent advice.

Hungary – KITCHENSHOP, Budapest kitchenshop.hu One of the leading companies in Hungary to sell cookware and cooking products, Kitchenshop was created from the passion for life and cooking. The mission is to supply cookware and kitchenware of an outstanding level of quality and design.

India – HomeTown – by Praxis Home Retail Limited, Mumbai hometown.in HomeTown always looks upon the welfare of its customer because it values the time they spend in the stores. It is focused on innovation for cus-

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tomer service and a maximum retail experience to make shopping experiences memorable.

Italy – Negozio Mori, Brescia negoziomori.it The Shop first opened in 1986 and set the trend as far as homeware is concerned. Being a family run business with a feminine feel, it has proven the ability to change and evolve in the thirty years since its beginnings.

Japan – KEYUCA, Tokyo keyuca.com With the positioning statement of ‘The Original Lifestyle Store’, the sixty KEYUCA stores provide a wide range of original products in categories of household goods, daily life goods, furniture, curtains, apparel and more.

Netherlands – Woerdman Kookkado, Gouda

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woerdmankookgoedkoop.nl In the summer of 2017, Woerdman Kookkado relocated to the city of Gouda to a location twice as big.

This new store – with a magnificent view at the 15th century City Hall – offers much more opportunity as the benchmark for the amateur cooks in Gouda and the region.

Norway – Hansen & Co, Kristiansand hansenco.no Established in 1892, the unique history of five generations of shopkeepers has made Hansen & Co what it is today – a leading independent store in the Nordic interior and design scene.

Poland – Miloo Home, Warsaw miloohome.pl Miloo Home’s mission is to inspire with current trends and deliver solutions that help design exceptional interiors and exceed customers’ expectations. Miloo Home hopes to encourage the pursuit of beauty in one’s surroundings and create personal stories.

Portugal – In&Out Cooking, Aveiro inoutcooking.com In&Out Cooking is a Portuguese store focused on ‘improving the contemporary life experience’.

Offering interior and exterior luxury products for hotels, restaurants and home projects, In&Out Cooking promises a journey through the best of what’s happening in the world of design.

Russia – Di Murano, Moscow

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dimurano.ru The idea for Di Murano came in 1994, when one of the founders visited Venice and admired the beauty of Murano glass. For years, working with a 1,000-year-old tradition was a dream. In 2010 the idea turned into a business.

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Saudi Arabia – aura Living, Riyadh auraliving.com Aura has established itself as the go-to brand in the Gulf region for high-quality, modern and accessible furniture. A blend of East and West, Aura adapts Western trends to fit into the lifestyle of its Middle Eastern consumers.

South Africa – Carrol Boyes, Cape Town carrolboyes.com Carrol Boyes was a South African designer whose brand has deftly crafted a coveted and high-end product range of home and lifestyle items. Boyes’ vision was to combine sculpture with functionality and the result is a range of absolutely gorgeous homeware and tabletop accessories. She passed away in August 2019.

Spain – La Oca, Zaragoza laoca.es Since 1983, La Oca has established itself as a brand synonymous with all areas of design, offering the latest within modern interior design and accessories. La Oca is ‘the retailer for those passionate about decoration and home design in Spain’.

Sweden – Artilleriet The Kitchen, Gothenburg artilleriet.se Artilleriet The Kitchen offers a range of products that consists of a proprietary blend of classics, vintage and modern together with innovative design from around the world. They work with both well-known, high-quality brands and – equally important – lesser-known up-and-coming suppliers with great potential.

Switzerland – Sibler AG, Zurich sibler.com The history of Sibler began over 180 years ago with glassware. The company still focuses on the household sector with sharp damascus steel knives from Japan, porcelain from France, Belgian pans and more. It also offers a wide range of products for the home, the office and children.

Taiwan – hengstyle, Taipei City hengstyle.com hengstyle HENG LEONG HANG was established in 1960 as the distributor of camera and peripheral products.

Now a small home appliance and housewares distributor, specialty retailer and a lifestyle brand, hengstyle aims to redefine new fine living for people with passion for life.

Turkey – EnPlus, Istanbul enplus.com.tr The second generation, family owned ENPLUS is representing leading premium Cookware, SDA and MDA brands under one umbrella while creating a unique environment of customer experience and taste.

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United Arab Emirates – DWELL, Abu Dhabi

USA – Paddington Station, Ashland OR

dwellstores.ae Launched in 2003 with a mission of bringing home a new perspective of luxury that inspires a sense of comfort and flamboyance, DWELL provides inspirational interior design solutions for the home, from top to bottom, with full interior design services.

paddingtonstationashland.com When the Hammonds family purchased Paddington Station in 1992, they were escaping corporate gridlock and longing to provide a genuine shopping experience.

The Hammonds have redefined the meaning of family business and extended support beyond the four walls of their flagship store in Ashland, Ore.

United Kingdom – Jarrold, Norwich jarrold.co.uk Jarrold has played a part in the lives of generations of Norfolk families. Today, the business is concentrated on retail activities in Norwich.

Uruguay – Kitchen and Cooking, Montevideo kitchenandcooking.com.uy Founded in 2016, Kitchen and Cooking was created with the idea of offering a unique experience for gastronomy lovers. The key to their success is ‘using their own style, which is a mixture of the old with the contemporary modern’.

USA – The Butler’s Pantry, Escalon CA shopthebutlerspantry.com While unique may describe The Butler’s Pantry, it also sums up owner Jamie Butler’s career in the housewares industry.

The business started a bit unconventionally — not in a brick-and-mortar location nor online, but in a fully stocked truck that became a staple at the local farmer’s markets.

A brick-and-mortar location opened in 2015. Butler’s constant innovation and desire to suit the evolving needs of her customer base — from product mix to store activities — is what keep driving her business forward.

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SHOWTIME The Inspired Home Show reunites the Home + Housewares Industry Strong retailer attendance, both domestic and international, drives successful return to inperson events.

The Inspired Home Show 2022 wrapped up on 7 March after three successful days. It was the first time that the event, formerly known as the International Home + Housewares Show, had taken place since 2019. Twenty thousand attendees and over 1,000 exhibiting companies signed-up to discover new products, reconnect with colleagues, and advance the home + housewares industry.

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he 2022 Inspired Home Show featured multiple new and returning attractions, including products, retailers and students honoured at the gia Global Innovation Awards.

Presentations It saw four keynote presentations on consumer trends, retail thought leadership and industry statistics. There were three days of educational sessions in the Innovation Theatre.

Meanwhile, multiple networking events took place – including a social media influencer meet & greet and New Exhibitor and Trending Today Previews.

There was also a full slate of celebrity chef demonstrations in the Cooking Theatre, headlined by Martha Stewart.

Industry support There was strong industry support for the Show, demonstrated by the presence of 1,016 exhibitors from 40 countries, and retailers from 84 countries.

Attendees confirmed at the Show included ‘not only a strong showing from gift, specialty and independent retailers but also from senior-level executives, DMMs, GMMs and buyers from major retailers and distributors’.

The Inspired Home Show 2023 will take place March 4-7, 2023, at McCormick Place in Chicago.

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SUSTAINABILITY

Everyone has a part to play in reducing greenhouse gas emissions points out the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland. SCSI issued a list of Ten Tips for making homes more energy efficient and sustainable.

Taking steps towards energy efficient homes

The Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI) has pointed out that governments on their own cannot solve our climate crisis.

Emissions In 2018 it was estimated the Irish built environment accounted for 35% of all greenhouse gas emissions.

So, this shows the importance of making our homes, our places of work, our schools and hospitals as energy efficient and sustainable as possible.

Krystyna Rawicz a leading member of the SCSI’s Sustainability Group stresses that everyone has a part to play in helping Ireland meet its climate action targets.

To further encourage this, the SCSI issued ten top tips for making homes more energy efficient.

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Planning: It’s really important to plan your home upgrades and to get professional advice to ensure that any proposed upgrades are successful.

Not all work has to take place in one go, and for some homeowners, a deep retrofit will be appropriate. For others, works can take place over a number of years.

All homeowners should keep a record of any such works undertaken, including product data sheets, contractor’s invoices etc.

These can be added to a Renovation Passport for the home in future years.

Building Fabric: Up to 40% of a home’s heating energy can be lost and up to 87% gained through glazing.

Selecting the right type and size of glazing systems is vital to maximise energy efficiency.

Insulation is essential to keep your home warm in winter, while it can also help with weather proofing and soundproofing.

Depending on the type of home, it can be placed inside or outside external walls, in cavities as well as in the attic or at roof level.

When upgrading insulation it’s essential to think about potential condensation risks and professional assistance is important to avoid cold bridging Air leakage: Air leakage for example around poorly fitting windows and doors, accounts for 15-25% of heat loss in buildings.

Sealing your home effectively is one of the simplest upgrades you can undertake.

Lighting: Consumes 8-15% of the average household electricity budget. Efficient

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and well-designed lighting can make for significant energy savings.

Design your home to maximise the use of daylight and use energy-efficient lighting such as LED. Solar panels: Is your home suitable for the installation of solar PV (photovoltaic) panels? The siting, orientation and tilt of modules are all critical to gain maximum efficiency.

As we move towards electrification of our entire economy, including home heating systems, producing a proportion of your electrical use from your own rooftop is highly rewarding.

Heat pumps: Is your home suitable for a heat pump? Heat pumps convert energy from air, water and the ground outside into heat you can use inside.

They work best in well-insulated homes with good air tightness.

Grants: Grants are available from SEAI (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland) for various energy efficiency measures.

For deep retrofit, the Communities Energy Grant Scheme or the National Housing Retrofit Scheme can provide grant funding, and there are special provisions for energy poor households with grants of up to 80% available. More information at www.seai.ie

integration of broadband, are called ‘smart homes’, and can improve energy efficiency markedly.

If you don’t live in a smart home ensure all appliances which are not being used are switched off at the socket.

Reducing water consumption: Do you leave the tap running while washing dishes or brushing your teeth? Could you reduce your shower time?

Changing habits while collecting/reusing rainwater and using water-saving systems are easy ways to reduce your household’s impact on the environment. For even more impact, change your fittings to water saving fittings.

Biodiversity: Hand in hand with our climate crisis, we face an existential biodiversity crisis. How can you make your home and garden more biodiversity friendly?

Can you leave areas of grass unmown?

Can you leave leaves to decompose? Can you introduce small areas of refuge for insects and small mammals? Can you introduce bat boxes or bird nesting boxes?

For more ideas take a look at www.wearetheark.org .

Be ‘Smart’: Smart meters are the next generation of digital electricity meters and will provide customers with greater access to accurate information on their energy usage, will monitor faults while also giving users greater control over their energy consumption.

For further information on how they work go to Smart Meter Upgrade (esbnetworks.ie).

Appliances and equipment in the home can now be automated or remotely controlled to turn on or off, or to adjust settings.

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AIB & the Irish Green Building Council announce partnership ‘to accelerate the sustainable transformation of the built environment’ AIB and the Irish Green Building Council (IGBC) have announced a partnership to support Ireland’s transition to a more sustainable built environment through research, education and the provision of green products.

Working together The collaboration will see the two entities working together on a number of fronts. AIB is committed to ‘creating sustainable communities, and the collaboration with IGBC will see this commitment focused on the construction industry’.

This will be achieved both through developing research, education and new green loan products for the sector by sharing knowledge and education resources to further enhance the skill set of AIB staff and others within the finance and construction industries.

Buildings and construction activity account for 36% of greenhouse gases emitted, half of raw materials used, and more than 40% of solid waste produced annually in Europe.

Cathy Bryce, managing director of AIB Capital Markets, comments: ‘AIB is committed to do more to ensure a greener tomorrow by backing those building it today.

‘As well as our own operational commitments we are supporting our customers in the transition to a net zero economy across multiple sectors.

‘We are looking forward to collaborating with the IGBC in the years to come.’

Pat Barry CEO at the Irish Green

Irish building sector leaders urge EU to prioritise decarbonising the built environment

Building Council says: ‘The Climate Action Act enshrines into law the objective of reaching climate neutrality by 2050.

‘To achieve this goal, sustainable, energy-efficient homes must become the new normal.

‘The scale of that challenge means private investment must be mobilised.

‘We are very excited to work with AIB, one of Ireland’s leading banks, to progress that agenda.’

Collaboration Derek O’Shea, Head of Development Finance in AIB added: ‘Collaboration is key in the transition to a net zero economy.

‘Our work with the Irish Green Building Council will support the development of more green homes, promoting biodiversity and more sustainable commercial buildings for employees.

‘The announcement comes as a growing number of investors are setting broader environmental requirements for the assets they purchase and operate.

‘Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) analysis has become an increasingly important part of the investment process.

Define ‘The recently published European Taxonomy Regulation aims to define EU-recognised criteria for identifying sustainable activities going beyond energy efficiency.

‘These developments will impact investments in green homes in Ireland in the coming years.

‘The Irish Green Building Council has developed a national certification for quality and sustainability in new residential development that is fully aligned with the EU Sustainable Finance Taxonomy.

‘The Home Performance Index goes well beyond the Building Energy Rating (BER) and addresses all the environmental impacts of new homes and encourages home builders to improve the health and wellbeing of occupiers.’

The Irish Green Building Council and leading Irish construction companies joined a coalition of building sector leaders calling on the European Commission to support the full decarbonisation of the built environment through ambitious policies.

We reported how the group, which represents over 4,500 members across the building sector value chain, signed a letter requesting that the Commission ensure the review of key legislative files, such as the Energy Performance of Buildings directive address the total environmental impact of buildings across their full life cycle.

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Cathy Bryce, managing director of AIB Capital Markets with Pat Barry CEO of IGBC

On The Record: David Calt, Regional Sales Manager at Chadwicks and Sustainability Product Advisor David Calt is a regional manager and a key part of the sustainability offering at Chadwicks. He was the subject of our ‘On The Record’ interview for January 2022.

We asked David about his own history with the organisation and some of the changes he’d seen during his career.

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Incredible ‘The industry has seen incredible change since I began my career’, he told us. ‘But in particular the last five to ten years.’

There has been a substantial shift from traditional heating products such as oil, gas boilers and radiators to more sustainable alternatives like heat pumps, ventilation, and solar panels, David noted.

‘The landscape of available products is ever-evolving as new technologies help make the industry greener and eliminate reliance on fossil fuels.

‘As developments continue and new products emerge, it can be difficult to keep track of the solutions at your fingertips.

Help ‘To help customers with this, Chadwicks has introduced the Chadwicks ECO Centre which is currently being rolled out across branches throughout the country Pat Barry, CEO of the Irish Green Building Council (IGBC) said: ‘To date, legislation and policy focus have been on tackling operational carbon. i.e. the emissions associated with the energy we use to heat and light our homes.

‘While new homes built to current building regulations should be

(at time of original writing).

‘Each Chadwicks ECO Centre showcases Ireland’s leading sustainable building materials and is complemented by a team of sustainability trained advisors who can provide guidance on the latest products and services.

‘It comprises the must-have low environmental impact and high-performance building materials and is a one-stop-shop for projects of any size.’

Did David have any predictions for what the next big sustainability products will be?

‘Water saving controls are likely to develop more in the future as technology evolves,’ he stated.

‘There are simple solutions such as water restricting showerheads, allowing customers to cut down on the number of litres being used per minute while still being able to enjoy the product due to improvements in functionality.’

very energy efficient, we are only addressing part of our sector’s environmental impact.

‘This open letter shows strong support from leading Irish construction companies for policies that address the environmental impact of buildings across their full life cycle.’

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Leaders in housing industry establish forum to advance greener, healthier homes Healthy Homes Ireland, a new forum established to influence public policy, recently hosted its inaugural virtual meeting to advance a greener and healthier living environment in Ireland’s homes.

Support Founded with the support of the Irish Green Building Council (IGBC) and VELUX, Healthy Homes Ireland is led by a high level steering group of fifteen notable leaders in construction, engineering, architecture, public health and the environment.

The forum will bring together a wide range of stakeholders to address the health problems caused by existing low-quality homes.

It also aims to ensure there is no compromise between health and energy efficiency in new build homes.

Importance Chair of Healthy Homes Ireland, Kevin O’Rourke, stressed the importance of the forum’s work: ‘Irish homes are estimated to be 1.9 times more likely to have dampness and 2.4 times more likely to have insufficient daylight compared to our EU counterparts.

‘Improving the energy efficiency of our homes and making them healthier must go together.

‘While decarbonising our homes is critical to reach our climate targets, health risks from poor indoor air quality, insufficient light, damp, and noise pollution must also be addressed’.

The overall impact of COVID-19, including the requirement to work from home, has further highlighted the importance of our health and living environments.

This is especially important for children as the effect of a poor living environment, not to mention the school environment, can have long-term consequences.

VELUX According to VELUX’s pre-COVID Healthy Homes Barometer research study, 1-in-4 Irish children are living in unhealthy homes.

Growing up in an unhealthy environment is associated with a higher likelihood of childhood health issues such as asthma and eczema.

Dr. Jens Christoffersen, Senior Researcher for VELUX explains: ‘We already know from our previous research that air quality, cold, damp, lack of soundproofing and insufficient daylight is an issue in Irish housing.

‘As 90% of our time is spent indoors, two-thirds of which is in our homes, we must look at ways to improve the health of our living environment.

‘We are delighted to support this forum and we are looking forward to the results of a Healthy Homes Ireland research study.

Pictured in Mountjoy Square, Dublin at the official launch of Healthy Homes Ireland, an expert forum to advance greener, healthier homes are: Marion Jammet, Head of Policy and Advocacy, Irish Green Building Council, David Gallagher, Housing Specialist, VELUX and Kevin O’Rourke, Chair of Healthy Homes Ireland.

Healthy Homes Ireland (HHI) is led by a steering group of fifteen leaders in the construction, environmental and architecture sectors in Ireland and is supported by the Irish Green Building Council (IGBC) and VELUX to achieve its objectives. www.igbc.ie

‘This will shed light on potential gaps in public policy and practice that may compound this issue, and what we need to do in the years ahead to protect our health at home.’

Consider Healthy Homes Ireland will also consider aspects of the EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) which requires all new builds and major renovations to meet the Nearly Zero Energy Buildings (NZEB) requirement as well as the health and well-being of building users.

Marion Jammet, Head of Policy and Advocacy, Irish Green Building Council added: ‘Healthy Homes Ireland is aligned to our overall objective to transform the Irish building industry to sustainable practices through policy creation and education.

‘All housing construction in Ireland should be well thought out and delivered to protect the

health and wellbeing of the population.

‘A healthy home is not just bricks and mortar, it is also one that allows homeowners to connect to the local community and access services such as childcare and public transport.’

Meet The HHI steering group will meet quarterly and a wider forum of stakeholders with an interest in, and responsibility for, delivering better, healthier homes in Ireland will come together twice a year to fulfil the aim of HHI. The outcomes from the work of the forum will be the presentation of evidence-based solutions to government, with an improved understanding among policymakers of what is a healthy home and how to achieve it.

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Call for bathroom retailers to drive ‘water matters’ message

The Irish Green Building Council launched the #WaterMatters campaign, calling for bathroom retailers to communicate the importance of water efficiency to consumers.

The period of the Covid pandemic has had a huge impact, not only on how much time people spend at home, but also on their views on environmental responsibility and climate change.

There is a growing interest in products that can help save water and energy, helping to keep household bills down and contributing to a more sustainable lifestyle.

We reported how a survey by the Bathroom Manufacturers Association revealed that half of those questioned would like to improve their household water efficiency (55%) but that 41% were not sure how to do so.

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can reduce water use.

It calls for bathroom retailers to communicate to their clients the importance of minimising hot water usage to save energy and reduce their carbon footprint.

Pat Barry, CEO of the Irish Green Building Council said: ‘The good news for retailers is that many brands offer bathroom products carrying the Unified Water Label, an easy-to-understand label to communicate level of water usage.

‘We urge the bathroom industry to promote the Unified Water Label and provide clear information to customers.’

Choices Austin Nevin, trading director of Chadwicks added: ‘As bathroom retailers we are well placed to take the lead and guide consumers to make more informed choices about the products they choose.

‘Chadwicks is proudly supporting the #WaterMatters campaign by beginning to display the water label on the product listings on our website.

‘We are also planning to engage with our suppliers and encourage them to sign up to the Unified Water Label.’

About the #WaterMatters Campaign Water Matters is a campaign calling for bathroom retailers to communicate the importance of water efficiency to consumers and create awareness on the Unified Water Label.

The industry is being asked to ‘join the campaign by training their staff to understand and communicate water efficiency, displaying the water label on their products and speaking with suppliers to ensure the products are registered with the label scheme.’ https://www.igbc.ie/water-matters/ About the Irish Green Building Council: The IGBC is Ireland’s leading authority on green building best practices with a network of over 240 organisations spanning the entire built environment industry.

The IGBC is affiliated with the World Green Building Council. This is a network of over 80 national Green Building Councils worldwide with a total membership of over 27,000 of the most progressive international organisations and businesses making it the largest organisation globally influencing the sustainable building market. www.igbc.ie.

About the Unified Water Label The Unified Water Label is a European wide initiative by companies involved in the bathroom industry.

It’s a smart tool that provides a means to identify water using products with a common label that offers clear, concise and easy to understand messaging about water energy usage. https://uwla.eu/

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Science says positive people are a lot more intelligent and insightful than you might think.

Cynics aren’t smarter or more competent. They just seem like they are, says research.

By Jeff Haden

Cynical people tend to do worse on cognitive ability and academic competency tasks.

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‘It’s a lot easier to judge than understand… much less embrace’ I once sat in a meeting where the CEO shredded every idea his team presented.

‘We’re going to have to step it up,’ one of them said after the CEO had left the room. ‘We really need to do our homework before we meet next time.’

I thought that was odd. He had never actually justified any of his positions. No facts. No data. No logic. Just platitudes.

Like, ‘too many potential downsides’. And, ‘too risky’. And, ‘too complicated for the level of expected return’.

He said what he thought about their ideas, but he never explained why. I couldn’t understand why they thought he was so quick. So insightful.

So smart Turns out that assumption isn’t uncommon.

According to a study published in 2019 in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, most people assume that cynical people - those who tend to be doubtful that something is worthwhile or will happen - are smarter.

That they are ‘cognitively superior’.

Nope. Cynical people tend to do worse on cognitive ability and academic competency tasks.

In fact, the more cynical you are, the less competent you’re likely to be.

According to the researchers: Our results revealed that laypeople tend to endorse the ‘cynical genius’ belief – that is, believed that cynical individuals would do better on a variety of cognitive tasks and cognitive

ability tests than their less cynical counterparts.

An examination of empirical associations between cynicism and competence based on the data of about 200,000 individuals from 30 countries debunked the ‘cynical genius’ belief as illusionary.

Cynical individuals are likely to do worse (rather than better) on cognitive tasks, cognitive abilities and competencies tests, and tend to be less educated than less cynical individuals.

Why? Taking a cynical position is easy. It’s a lot simpler, and a lot less risky, to say why something won’t work.

It’s a lot easier to judge than understand, much less embrace.

Weight Plus, statements like: ‘That’s too risky’ appear to carry the weight of experience.

Saying something new might be worth trying? That sounds more like a guess.

And then there’s this: Brain scans show we pay more attention to and give much greater weight to negative experiences.

Negative events are quickly stored in our long-term memory, but we need to actively think about positive events for 12 seconds or more in order for them to be transferred to long-term memory.

Easy to be cynical In short, it’s easy to be cynical – to latch on to the negatives instead of considering potential

positives – not only because it’s safer, but also because we’re built that way.

All of which is a problem.

Take deciding whether to invest in new businesses or initiatives; research shows that people are more swayed by negative views than positive ones.

Lowered While evaluators lowered their scores by more points after seeing scores more critical than their own, they didn’t raise them after seeing more favourable scores.

Negative clearly seemed smarter than positive, which led to protecting against failure.

Instead of seeking to maximize success.

The next time someone immediately shoots down an idea, don’t assume they’re smart.

More important, the next time an idea sounds interesting to you, don’t immediately assume you’re wrong. Or less intelligent.

Revising As Jeff Bezos says: ‘The smartest people are constantly revising their understanding, reconsidering a problem they thought they’d already solved.

‘They’re open to new points of view, new information, new ideas, contradictions, and challenges to their own way of thinking.’

And, just as important, are smart enough to realize that never trying something new means never achieving anything new.

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Julien Latrille, Director Western Europe Bostik C&C; Robert Massey, MD Ireland & UK; Morgan Malecotte, Director Global Steering Unit Wall & Floor; Peter Morrissey, Commercial Director, Ireland; Sjef Christiaansen, Director, Global Consumer C&C.

Better results through knowledge Bostik Ireland officially opened its Training Academy in Swords, Co. Dublin.

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ostik Academy is a new online and physical knowledge centre, which has been carefully created, for professionals, in the Irish construction industry.

At Bostik Academy, participants will experience ‘a tailored training programme, that is perfectly matched to their needs and profession’.

Peter Morrissey commercial director, Ireland said: ‘We are delighted to launch the Bostik Academy.

‘The Bostik Academy will enable us to work closely with the industry professionals, as a key resource, for training, technical questions and to support our partners in their everyday challenges.

‘We eagerly look forward to this and to welcoming everyone to the Academy.’

Bostik Academy offers product information on the complete Bostik product

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portfolio – from flooring and tiling products to their complete sealing and bonding range.

Information includes access to product presentations, installation videos, ‘How To’ videos, Technical Data Sheets and all relevant supporting information.

Bostik Academy presents a ‘state of the art’ Video Technical Centre with remote video training capability and targeted webcast broadcasts, as well as traditional hands on ‘on site’ training and practical demonstrations.

In addition, Bostik Academy offers tailored dedicated training programmes to you and your team.

Highly innovative Bostik have developed new and highly innovative products, which will be detailed and

demonstrated at the Bostik Academy.

The experienced trainers will present their full product portfolio, best application methods, key industry recommendations as well as current market insights and updates.

Their highly skilled Technical Team is available to support you in your everyday activities.

Key resource Bostik are available to contact, as a key resource, to answer your technical questions and to support your everyday challenges.

‘We look forward to welcoming you to the Bostik Academy,’ readers are told.

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Frank Gleeson announced as Ibec president

MOVERS&SHAKERS ISME elected new chair and national council Frank Gleeson, Ibec President

Ibec announced the appointment of Frank Gleeson, president and CEO of Aramark Northern Europe, as its new president for 2021 to 2022.

He succeeded Alastair Blair, country managing director for Accenture in Ireland.

Success The annual handover of the presidency was formalised at Ibec’s National Council, the group’s first in-person event for over eighteen months.

Marking the announcement, Mr. Gleeson said: ‘It is with great pride that I take on the role of Ibec president for the next twelve months.

‘During this time, I look forward to bringing my passion for hospitality and consumer experience to support Ibec’s ongoing engagement with Government and leading stakeholders.

‘There is a wide range of topics on our agenda, but I will have a particular focus on addressing Ireland’s continued re-opening, our climate and societal challenges, as well as the potential impact of future Covid disruptions.’

Privilege Ibec CEO Danny McCoy said: ‘It is a real privilege to have someone with such impressive credentials in the position of Ibec president.

‘Frank’s experience and insights will play a crucial role in supporting Ibec’s work as the leading voice of Irish business, both domestically and on an international platform.’

Frank Gleeson is President and CEO of Aramark Northern Europe. Aramark is one of the largest integrated providers of food services, facilities management, retail operations, and property services in the region.

In his current role, Frank serves as a member of the Executive Leadership Council of Aramark Corporation.

He is responsible for operations that span Ireland, the UK, and a Global Offshore business in the North Sea, Middle East, and Mexican Gulf – encompassing a workforce in excess of 15,000 people at any one time.

Frank joined Aramark in 2013 from Topaz Energy Group where he was retail director.

Irish SME Association (ISME) announced the election of Margaret O’Rourke Doherty as the new chair of the national council for the 2021-2023 term.

Margaret is the CEO of the Hair and Beauty Industry Confederation (HABIC) and is the seventeenth chair of ISME and the second female chair.

Notably, the new Council elected is the first with a female majority since ISME’s foundation in 1993 and is comprised of 56% female and 44% male members.

Delighted Margaret O’Rourke-Doherty said: ‘I am delighted and proud to be elected as ISME Chair for the 2021-2023 term, having served as vice-chair for the past two years.

‘Today also marks a significant day for ISME, as for the first time ever, the national council has a female majority, with fifteen women on the council out of twenty-seven members.

‘Female entrepreneurs and business owners are not often given due credit for the high number of businesses they run in the SME sector.

‘Our new council also reflects sectoral diversity, including service businesses, manufacturing, food, retail and technology.’

Of the twenty-seven new members of the National Council, five members have joined from industry associations representing a variety of areas including, of course, retail.

Welcome O’Rourke-Doherty added: ‘I am also pleased to welcome onto the National Council the heads of other trade groups in the childcare, retail, and artisan food and distillery sectors.

‘Together, building on the achievements of our previous National Councils, we will cement ISME as the independent voice of small enterprise in the Irish economy.”

‘With over 10,500 members nationwide, ISME’s new Council members are elected owner/managers of SMEs from all over Ireland and from a variety of sectors.

‘A total of 46% of members are based in Dublin, with 19% in the Midlands, 11% in both the North East and South East, 7% in both the North West and South West and 4% in the South of Ireland.’

Leadership Prior to that, he served in senior leadership positions for Statoil, O’Brien’s Off-Licenses and began his retail operations career in Xtra-Vision Ireland.

Since starting out as a teenager in family restaurant and cafés, Frank always placed a significant focus on the hospitality and customer-service side of business.

He truly believes in the power of terrific customer experience, as well as the importance of on-the-job learning and development.

Frank has been a board member of Ibec since 2016.

Chairman He is a former chairman of Retail Ireland; a former board member of the National Transport Authority and was elected chairman of NACS, the international trade association of convenience stores.

ISME’s then newly-elected chair, Margaret O’Rourke Doherty meets with Tánaiste Leo Varadkar

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Pipelife Training Centre – keep up to date and enhance your knowledge Renewable Heating Systems have become an important area for the building services industry.

Understanding how to provide these sources, systems and applications is seen as key in meeting the future needs of both commercial and domestic heating.

Expertise is vital to renewables success and so Pipelife are delighted to offer a range of courses that have been specifically designed to provide experienced heating, plumbing, installation and building professionals with a real understanding of the potential for renewable energy sources, installation and their application.

‘Relevant, practical, industry-leading training courses delivered at our state-of-the-art Centre in Cork or Dublin by fully qualified professionals in a relaxed, informal environment.’

Free As we reported last year: ‘The courses are free to attend and will be led by members of our Technical Team who have a wealth of practical knowledge and installation practices, and feature a detailed tour of the Pipelife manufacturing facility where visitors are given the opportunity to see first-hand where our products are designed and manufactured.

‘The free courses will be available to installers, service engineers, plumbers, merchants, architects, local authorities and BER Assessors.

‘By offering a valuable insight into each of our heating technologies, those who attend our courses will be equipped with the best product knowledge and installation techniques, ensuring that our customers are fully satisfied.’

Padjoe Barry – national sales manager, further comments: ‘These are really exciting times for Pipelife, we have always had a strong focus on providing a great service to all our customers and with the launch of our new Renewable Training Centres this will allow us to support them with hands-on product training and installation techniques.

‘The company is determined to offer contractors and installers the skills, support and service they need to thrive in the renewable heating sector.’

Thrive ‘Two major things that we offer – that are not standard in the industry – are a 50-year guarantee on all our manufactured pipe products and extended warranties on all our traded products,’ says Padjoe.

‘We give full design indemnity insurance on all our designs for underfloor heating and heat pump systems.

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‘We also provide full electrical drawings and full layout drawings for the piping and manifold locations and settings.

‘When you get a job from us, everything is specified, and the contractor can talk to the actual designer.

‘If any problem occurs after the homeowner takes possession of the house, we are still available.

‘We’ve been around for 50 years, and we are willing to stand over the quality of our pipes to give a further 50-year assurance.

‘We stand over the quality of our traded products because we only take in heat pumps and fittings from people we have vetted ourselves.’

Pipelife Ireland are certainly planning for the future and looking forward to even better days ahead!

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Naturgy Ireland is now Flogas Enterprise

Paul Kenny, general manager Flogas Energy with Liam Faulkner, chief executive officer Flogas Enterprise

Naturgy Ireland is now part of Flogas Ireland. The business will be known as Flogas Enterprise and new branding will be rolled out as part of this change, we reportrd in early 2022.

‘This is an exciting time for Flogas and it means that we can bring market leading expertise in the renewable electricity, natural gas, biogas and energy services to all our customers across the island of Ireland,’ readers were told.

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Major development ‘It represents a major market development which will combine our activity in residential and SME business with an innovative and client focussed approach to the large energy and gas markets.’

Paul Kenny, general manager, Flogas Energy said: ‘The acquisition of Naturgy Ireland is complementary to our existing business.

‘With the strong pipeline of energy services and renewables that it brings to

the table, the agreement will allow Flogas Enterprise support the further development of our portfolio of sustainable and renewable offerings for the large energy supply sector.

‘It leaves us well-positioned to lead the energy transition for our customers in Ireland.’

Exciting Welcoming the announcement, Liam Faulkner, of Naturgy Ireland, said: ‘This deal marks a very exciting time for us as we continue to develop products and services to support our customers with their energy sustainability goals.

‘Flogas Enterprise will be well positioned to develop new offerings and enhance the services that our customers value so highly.

‘We are proud of the deep relationships we have built with our customers, and they can be assured they can continue to expect the same level of service which we pride ourselves on and which they expect.’

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Bringing life to the living room

The Hardware & Homestyle Yearbook is always a place of reflection – reflection on how we do things and how things might be about to change.

In a post-pandemic landscape, Liam Kelly, our gardening sales guru asks: where do we go from here?

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n my mind the seventies are a time of truth-twisted memories filled with sunshine, adventure, and bliss.

I grew up in a very rural area of the country where every part of the outside world was my idyllic back garden, stretching way beyond the acre plot on which stood our house.

Indeed, that home was certainly the hub of my world as I wandered along spoke-like paths to uniquely different areas of it after school, at weekends, and especially during the summer holidays.

The outer rim, the furthest point I could travel, was judged by how far we could traipse in the day and still get home for dinner.

I lived in this space with its native plants and wildlife; the gurgle of running streams and rustle of the trees were the background sounds, punctuated by birdsong or the lowing of livestock.

Reality

In reality of course this was not completely the case as it was not always so simple or pleasant.

But the mind tends to remember the good parts of the past.

Even if it does add a sickly-sweet smear of sugar over those thoughts.

But there must be a smattering of remembered truth to these memories.

And now although I live in urban surroundings, I still try to recreate that feeling in my garden, which in size is limited to a tiny fraction of what I was used to in my childhood.

Appreciate

The last couple of years have made all of us who are lucky enough to own even a small piece of land appreciate it much more than before.

And retailers can see this expressed in monetary terms by the huge upswing in sales over those years in all manner of gardening lines from plants and pots to garden décor – with lounging furniture and firepits completing that living room feel we tried to create outside the back door.

The pandemic should not be monetised or indeed trivialised but it has certainly been a boon to garden centres, DIY stores and other home and garden retailers – but where do we go from here?

Has everything that can be sold been bought by the consumer? How can retailers inspire them to purchase more when they feel their gardens are complete?

room’ elements?

Do we really need to treat plastic grass as the equivalent of carpet?

Or paving and decking as outdoor replacement for floor tiles and laminate flooring?

Have we become too focussed on a false social media driven picture-perfect image of how our gardens look right-here-right-now without thinking of maintenance or how our garden will age?

These are all questions to be mulled over and answered by wiser minds than mine.

Clear

But one thing is clear, we have certainly turned our outdoor spaces into something beyond an imperfect, living garden.

And retailers and landscapers, plus those like myself who potter around its fringes, must share the blame.

We can protest that we were just responding to market forces and just supplying the customer with what they wanted, which is true of course.

But the more important point is to decide – where do we go from here?

picture here for effect, but I am sure you get my point.

The more important thing is what do we do about it now, and how do we get the average garden owner to invest in something that will enhance the current sterile experience in their garden?

Remember

Look back

We have turned many a garden into a bland dessert of grey-on-grey with too many hard edges and surfaces, and not enough of those things that I and many of you remember from childhood.

The natural ever-changing sights, sounds and movements have disappeared, replaced with the tinkling of an expensive windchime and the roar of a gas-fired, glass-enclosed patio heater.

Okay, so I am painting a purposely bleak

For the answer perhaps we ironically need to look back again at the inspiration for these outdoor spaces, which was the living/dining room.

These spaces would not be the places we love so much without something to look at – which is admittedly a television – but there is no escaping from the fact that it is certainly still something that brings interest and enjoyment to many peoples’ lives.

Music too plays a big part in the home, as

Question

To answer that perhaps we need to question if gardening has gone in the wrong direction and how we look at these spaces, as, to achieve this outdoor living area perhaps we have copied too many of the indoor ‘living HARDWARE & HOMESTYLE • DIRECTORY 2022 49

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interesting and can bring a whole new element to the garden.

A water feature will bring a little missing sound to the garden, this can be something as simple as a free-standing feature – but the Biggest Sell is a wildlife focussed pond filled from a stream.

Even without your encouragement there is already growing interest in aquatic gardening with many new gardeners, as they have exhausted the rest of their garden knowledge repertoire and are looking for a new challenge and experience.

From pond liners, to pumps and filtration system – and of course plants, this can be a lucrative area for many garden retailers – if somewhat specialised knowledge-wise.

But as long as the in-store salespersons know more than the customer it is an easy thing to become an expert at – as with all topics once you know the basics and apply a little common sense all questions can be answered.

Element

it is rare for many not to have at least some background music to take the edge off the silence, or better still – some loud and brash to bring your senses to life.

So how do we achieve a similar effect in the garden without the obvious use of Bluetooth speakers or long cables?

Rewilding Perhaps we do it by selling the customer on the benefits and importance of rewilding their gardens.

We sell them the idea of encouraging more life in its various forms into this outdoor space. We sell them on the sights and sounds of that life.

And we sell them on the concept of their whole garden being a panoramic wildlife documentary that they can view from their comfy lounge sets.

This is an easy task in one way as there is a real buzz – excuse the pun – about encouraging bees and other pollinators into the garden, and plenty of products available from numerous suppliers that tie in with this ethos.

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There are the obvious lines such as seeds, bulbs and plants that are ‘Perfect for Pollinators’.

But we need to expand on that in order to create a little more of a countryside feel to the bland urban garden.

Encourage We can encourage the customer to put up nesting boxes and birdbaths for our feathered friends as well as feeders, an easy sell and both are available in shapes and styles to suit almost any garden.

This whole concept requires a little thought, space, and effective merchandising to sell it to the customer.

But it appeals to a number of categories of customer, from the ardent wildlife fan to the shopper who has their garden complete but feels that maybe there is something missing they can’t quite place – and you can suggest an answer.

These lines are all little sales – although important ones – and there are plenty of interim value ones too.

But the Big Sell is something that is more

And as far as wildlife is concerned this will add a whole new element to any garden and encourage a whole new range of photogenic creatures.

Surely that is an easy sell?

So, can this be The Next Big Thing in gardening? The rewilding of the sterile living spaces we created for ourselves without any thought being given to the creatures we share the world with?

The key should be to sell the concept to the customer that their outside space should be a shared living room, admittedly not as large as the one from my youth but it does not mean we cannot pull elements from it into our modern urban spaces – preferably with that bird song, the buzz of insects and the gurgle of a stream …

Hopefully that is not too sickly-sweet of a concept for you to sell?

Liam

About Liam

Since establishing Retail Services & Solutions in 2007, Liam has become one of the most influential people within the retail side of Irish horticulture. His knowledge of the mindset and ethos of those in this sector, combined with his problemsolving ability, experience and hands-on work ethic make him uniquely placed to offer advice and help to those who need it.

Key to his success is his knowledge of purchasing, pricing and sales combined with his understanding of layout, signage and merchandising, and how the interaction of these can lead to increased sales and profits.

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For the second year running Bord Bia’s Bloom was a ‘virtual’ event. The June Bank Holiday weekend saw Bord Bia roll out a series of initiatives and events!

Garden Inspiration delivered virtually in 2021 from Bord Bia Bloom! #BloomAtHome @BordBiaBloom Last June Bank Holiday people all over Ireland were encouraged to #BloomAtHome by joining one of the Bord Bia Bloom Live Talks hosted by Miriam O’Callaghan, exploring one of seven Dream Garden designs on the Bord Bia Bloom website or sharing gardening efforts on social media.

Live talks Hosted by RTÉ’s Miriam O’Callaghan, the live talk series took place on Sunday 6 June and provided inspiration and advice on how to design and maintain the all-important outdoor space, as well as exploring the physical and mental benefits of gardening.

Highlights included: Easy ‘Steps to Dream Gardens’ designers: James Purdy and Nicola Haines, with horticulturalist, Paraic Horkan ‘Gardening for Wellbeing’ with actor and wellness expert, Aoibhín Garrihy and The Holistic Gardener, Fiann Ó’Nualláin In conversation: with Munster and Ireland rugby player Peter O’Mahony ‘The Joy of Urban Gardening’ with Bloom Manager, Gary Graham and social media stars James Kavanagh and Nadia El Ferdaoussi ‘The Kitchen Garden’ with chefs Rory O’Connell and Catherine Fulvio Instagram Live Cocktail Masterclass In addition to the live talks series there was a host of other online activities to enjoy over the weekend, including:

Dream gardens Designed by award-winning Bloom show garden designers, Bord Bia was sharing seven garden designs which could be

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re-created either in full, or in part, at home, according to the time, space and budget available.

From an easy-to-maintain family-friendly garden to an outdoor space perfect for entertaining, the garden plans featured a range of Irish grown plants that are available to purchase in garden centres and retailers nationwide.

Bloom BBQ ideas As it would not be Bloom without the best of Irish food, some of Ireland’s best loved chefs and foodies including Catherine Fulvio and Rory O’Connell offered tasty BBQ recipes, tips and tricks as part of a series of #QualityKitchenCookAlongs.

Competition with RTÉ Following the success of Bloom with RTÉ the previous year, Bord Bia was delighted to join forces with RTÉ for a new fun competition which invited the public to share their gardening efforts on social media.

For more information visit https://www. bordbiabloom.com/ Above: Alyssa (5) and Alanna Keeley (7), from Inchicore Pictured left is Oliver Schurmann who was one of the garden designers contributing to the ‘Easy Steps to Dream Gardens’ feature at last year’s Bord Bia Bloom. Bloom 2021 once again took place virtually as a result of Covid-19 and it featured a host of talks, events and activities.

Below: Easy Steps to Dream Gardens’ designers, James Purdy and Nicola Haines, with horticulturalist, Paraic Horkan

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Bord Bia Bloom set to return to the Phoenix Park!

Bord Bia has announced that Ireland’s favourite gardening and lifestyle festival, Bord Bia Bloom, is returning to the Phoenix Park, Dublin, from 2 June to 6 June 2022.

Sixteenth Now in its sixteenth year, the festival returns to a physical event following two successful virtual #BloomAtHome events.

Commenting on this year’s festival, Bord Bia CEO Tara McCarthy said, ‘I am so delighted to share that Bord Bia Bloom will be back in the Phoenix Park this June.

‘The festival is the perfect opportunity for the public to experience and sample the very best of Irish horticulture, food and drink directly from our world-class designers, suppliers and growers, as well as engage with important topics like sustainability, biodiversity, and mental health through beautiful floral design, expert talks and family-friendly exhibits.

‘The entire team is looking forward to welcoming both new and returning visitors back to the Park for the first time in two years!’

Alan Rudden, gold medal winner, large garden award, Bord Bia Bloom 2019

Opportunity With consumer spend on gardening reaching a record €1.2bn in 2020*, Bord Bia Bloom is a fantastic opportunity for the Irish horticultural industry to continue to engage with both new and experienced gardeners who embraced green spaces and gardening during successive lockdowns.

Commenting on this opportunity, Mike Neary, Director of Horticulture at Bord Bia said, ‘New gardening enthusiasts have emerged over the past two years as many people discovered the mental and physical benefits of gardening for the first time during Covid-19.

‘With restrictions now lifted, the sector will continue to harness this increased consumer interest in gardening and what better place to do so than in the magnificent surrounds of the show gardens and horticultural features in the Phoenix Park.’

President Higgins & Mrs Higgins at Bord Bia Bloom

Capped To ensure people enjoy the Bord Bia Bloom experience they know and love in a safe environment, even more event features will be outdoors in 2022 and the expected daily number of visitors to the festival will be capped.

Bord Bia has been encouraging the public to purchase tickets in advance to avoid disappointment and guarantee attendance on their preferred day over the June Bank Holiday weekend.

As with all our articles in this publication always check directly with those concerned for the latest!

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They can keep an eye on special offers on such items as their Douglas Woodcare Range, Lowe Rust Paints and Spray Paints!

Dulux Paints in focus When it comes to paint, Dulux continues to make things easy for your customers for both colour and product selection.

Committed Leaders in the interior and exterior paint categories, Dulux Paints Ireland are committed to helping you deliver the best customer experience with market leading brands including Easycare and Moda for Interiors and Weathershield, Cuprinol and Hammerite for Exteriors.

As well as a range of support tools including new 2022 colour cards, Dulux Visualizer and the increasingly popular ‘Let’s Chat Colour’ service hosted by Dulux Colour experts, Dulux Paints Ireland will continue to give consumers the additional reassurance they need when purchasing paint for their home projects, through the Dulux Promise campaign which will be supported on TV and radio throughout 2022.

Promise The Dulux Promise means that if a customer is not happy with the colour, coverage or finish of any Dulux branded product we will replace it.

Dulux will handle all queries directly

rust Industries Ltd new B2B website is launching in March 2022. It’s open to trade only . ops can simply click on the Trade Login and a password will be sent to enable

so if you get any enquires in store please direct people to visit www.dulux.ie/ promise The Dulux Academy in Cork is also delighted to be welcoming store teams back to the Academy in Cork for their focused training courses in 2022.

If you have any queries on the Academy or would like to find out more please just email – DuluxAcademyIreland@Akzonobel.com where the team are happy to help!

Retailers looking for support can contact their Dulux Sales Representative or the Dulux Technical Advice Centre on 021 422 0222

We promise our paint will give you the perfect colour with a uniform finish and the coverage stated, or we’ll replace it.

T&C’s apply: dulux.ie/promise

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Product News Dargan Tools – first class service for over 40 years For over forty years Dargan Tools has been providing first class service to the hardware stores and builders merchants of Ireland.

Strive From humble beginnings to the present day’s 32,000 square foot warehouse, they ‘strive to deliver quality tools at the right price to all trades’.

‘Guided by the late John Dargan who sadly passed away eighteen months ago, Dargan has grown to be Ireland’s largest Own Brand label, something we are extremely proud of today,’ readers are told.

‘We are experts in the provision of every kind of trowel imaginable, as we have the exclusive agency for 3-out-of-4 of Europe’s best brands in Nela, Refina and Ragni.

‘Over the years we have grown and evolved alongside our customer base, most of whom are also family-run businesses, and we are extremely grateful to be still working closely with so many all these years later.

Acquisition ‘Our latest adventure has been the acquisition of the American brand ToughBuilt, a

premium range of tool belts, pouches and saw horses which are taking the country by storm!

‘ToughBuilt’s clip-tech system has revolutionized storage and has tradesmen salivating the length and breadth of the country!

‘We would like to thank all of our loyal customers for their support over the years and look forward to many more in the future!’

Niall Dargan Managing director

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CWP:

helping stores to grow

CWP has been helping Hardware Stores to grow and expand their own business product line and offering to their customers.

Adding

You can expand and grow your retail space by adding to existing store buildings with a farm shop, outdoor dining area, garden centre covered retail, walkways etc.

A Branded Entrance Canopy can add additional revenue stream as an external sales space as well as adding a professional look to the entrance of your building.

At CWP, in consultation with you and your requirement, we can design, manufacture and deliver a steel frame canopy that is fully galvanised with an optional extra of powder coating with a variety of roof covering materials.

Advise

Whatever your requirements, CWP can advise on the best design and materials.

All structural steel is designed and manufactured inhouse at our CE certified factory.

CWP can also offer canopy refurbishment or canopy conversions.

Contact our office 046 9546007 with any queries you might have.

Celebrating 50 years in 2022!

A wide range available from Excellence Ltd.!

Established in 1924, Rustins is a leading manufacturer of wood finishes, speciality paints and performance household cleaners.

Our brands include Rustins, Briwax, Antiquax, Wudcare, Stones, Brummer, Heldite, Oven Mate, House Mate, Bondaglass, Lord Sheraton and Big D. We continually bring to market product offerings with advances in

environmentally aware products, more durable finishes and a wide range of products to meet our growing international customers’ needs.

Ciret Ltd Ciret Ltd are manufacturers and suppliers of quality painting and decorating products.

The Ciret brands have been designed to provide quality

solutions for the full lifecycle of a decorating project, starting with the preparation stage right through to the finishing touches.

Our extensive product range is divided into Ciret’s own key brands ROTA! –paint rollers & roller accessories, Kana – paint brushes & accessories, masq – masking solutions, prep – preparation products.

Web: www.excellence.ie

43 Grange Parade, Baldoyle Industrial Estate, Dublin 13, D13 Y860, Ireland.

Phone: 01-8323300 Email: info@excellence.ie

T I Midwood & Co Limited (TIMCO) is one of the UK’s largest and fastest growing independent wholesalers to the construction and industrial sectors.

Established in 1972, the company imports and supplies more than 7,000 quality products from around the world throughout the UK, Ireland and Europe.

Valued

Our family business has been supporting valued customers to do better business for 50 years and our award-winning customer service is always on hand to help your business thrive.

Unbeatable stockholding, overnight deliveries, professional marketing and merchandising services – always with a ‘can-do’ attitude. We call it the TIMCO Hug. TIMCO’s range of professional products are made for the trade to the same exacting standards.

From screws and fixings to power tool accessories, hand tools, adhesives, chemicals, building hardware, personal & site protection, security, ironmongery and beyond.

Whatever it takes

Whatever customers need and whenever they need it, we do whatever it takes to make in happen.

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Main Advantages of Product News Main advantages of FAKRO FlatRoof FAKRO FlatRoofWindows Windows

HIGH ENERGY-EFFICIENCY WINDOW TYPE C

The special structure of FAKRO flat roof windows provides excellent thermal insulation. The DEC U8 (VSG) window with a passive, quadruple U8 (VSG) glazing unit is characterised by a heat transfer coefficient with a rating of U = 0.55 W/m2K (EN 1873). This excellent result is for a 120x120 cm window with frame, sash and dome.

WINDOW TYPE F

The type F window is available with a passive, quadruple DU8 glazing unit. The heat transfer coefficient for the whole window is Uw = 0.64 W/m2K (PN-EN 14351-1) and makes the window suitable for use in energy-efficient and passive buildings.

WINDOW TYPE G

The type G window with a single chamber, antiburglary P2 glazing unit features 35% better thermal insulation performance than the competition.

AVAILABLE IN NON-STANDARD SIZES In addition to standard sizes, type F & G windows can be manufactured in non-standard dimensions (in the range of 60x60 cm - 120x220 cm). Thermal insulation standards of buildings have been significantly increased and old skylights in flat roofs do not meet current requirements.

AMPLE NATURAL LIGHT The basic function of the window is to provide an abundance of natural light in buildings with flat roofs. With specially designed shapes of the sash and frame profiles, flat roof windows feature up to 16% greater glazing area when compared with other manufacturers' windows of a similar size. With such solution interiors under a flat roof are full of daylight.

INSTALLATION IN GREEN ROOFS The flat roof window can also be mounted on an addition-al XRD base with a height of 15 cm to ensure installation in green or gravel roofs.

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Product News Joseph Murphy Ltd launches exciting new MOY Products to their growing product portfolio Leading hardware wholesaler, importers and distributors, Joseph Murphy Ballina Ltd (JMBL), are forging ahead confidently in the industry with their exclusive MOY Brand!

This season sees the introduction of exciting new product ranges under the MOY Brand.

Amazing

Managing director, Lorraine Burnell details the amazing success of their own MOY brand and how these products have been designed in their HQ in Ballina, especially for the Irish market.

Lorraine explains: ‘Our product portfolio is growing season by season, we are so excited to launch exciting new product ranges under our MOY brand.

‘Namely, MOY Agri, Moy Bird Care and Moy Aquapro watering range.

‘We are committed to investing in diverse collections that are exclusively available from JMBL. ‘We believe that this is what makes Joseph Murphy a unique company to trade with and this MOY brand development has been the force behind our success.’

Exciting new range

One of the exciting new ranges is the MOY Bird Care, a premium bird feed range that offers a full range of bird feed products.

The Moy Bird Care Range includes

A message from Firebird

For over forty years, Firebird, headquartered in the Muscraí Gaeltacht in Baile Mhic Íre, Co. Cork, has been a global leader in designing and manufacturing high performance solutions for the home heating market.

With a clear focus on sustainability, Firebird has invested many resources in developing products that will futureproof home heating.

These products include their range of Enviroair Air Source Heat Pumps, with a low running cost PCB controller and high-tech intelligent heating controls.

The Enviroair Heat Pump is ideal

premium Peanuts, Mixed Seed, Fat Balls including speciality bird feed such as Budgie Feed, High Energy Seeds and Nyger Seeds.

The range is colourful and is definitely going to be eye catching in store.

The range is available from 1kg to 20kg pack sizes and looks to be a fantastic option for any retailer to fulfil their need for a full bird care range.

for a new build or if you are upgrading your home.

Also included in the high-tech sustainable product range is Firebird’s Envirocyl Quick Plumb Unit, a pre-plumbed and pre-wired cylinder designed to cut onsite installation time.

Firebird’s range of products also include Europe’s most efficient Boilers, in outputs up to 100kW. Firebird’s Envirogreen Boilers are also future-proofed for HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) which is an advanced fossil-free fuel derived from 100% renewable waste streams.

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Feeders

Complimenting this Moy Bird Care range is their MOY Bird Feeders, which are the ideal addition to the range.

Peanut feeders, Fat Balls Feeders and Seed Feeders complete the range.

JMBL are offering Value, Classic & Deluxe Moy Feeders to suit all budgets.

We are now heading into the perfect season for their next product launch – the Moy Aqua Pro Watering Range.

The new range includes premium braided Hoses, Portable Hose Reels, Wall Mounted Hose Reels and complimenting Hose Multi-Function Gun Sets and accessories.

The new range has been designed to offer the retailer a quality range for the Spring/Summer Season.

The Moy Aqua Pro also includes Pressure Sprayers available in 5 Litre, 8 Litre and 16 Litre Knapsack Sprayers.

Innovation

Innovation has been a driving force for JMBL and no more so than the introduction of the Self-fill Drinker with Brass Float now introduced to the MOY Agri Range.

JMBL pride themselves on listening to their customers and developing

products to meet their demands.

Operating from a purpose built 40,000 square foot warehouse, JMBL stock a vast portfolio of products ranges, stocking 4,500 products lines and are continually investing in new ranges.

Their customers also have a fantastic new medium to place their order on the Trade Only Wholesale e-commerce website, www.joseph murphy.ie.

Excited

Lorraine says: ‘We are so excited to launch our new MOY products this season and we will endeavour to continue to bring new exclusive MOY Brands to our customers.‘ Lorraine’s vision for the business is truly inspirational and it is clear the development of new products is forefront for her team.

Lorraine adds: ‘We have a fantastic team bringing world class products to our customers and developing strong partnerships with key retailers in the industry with these exclusive MOY ranges.’

Find out more information and see the vast array of products available on www.josephmurphy.ie

Product News

X-Seal

– A Serious Flex from Tec7 Introduced to the Irish market in 2020, X-Seal is an extremely flexible, multi-purpose sealant based on the same MS hybrid polymer technology as the flagship Tec7 product.

Anthracite grey in colour, but easily paintable, X-Seal replaces all other sealants including decorator’s caulk, sanitary silicone sealant, building mastic sealant, anti-moisture sealant, glazing sealant, natural stone sealant, and concrete sealant.

Superior

Its combination of superior adhesion and maximum flexibility make X-Seal uniquely valuable for sealing applications that require a high degree of elasticity, and it is the ideal product for use on concrete expansion joints, facades and glazing applications.

And, as the focus upon environmentally friendly and sustainable construction practices continues to increase, X-Seal is perfect for providing airtight bonds in AEN (almost energy-neutral) and ecological ‘passive construction’, and is particularly useful as a flexible joint between Vapour Control Layer (VCL) and blockwork.

These eco-credentials are bolstered even further by its very low emissions: EMICODE

EC1 Plus/VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) emission class A.

Incredible The signature Tec7 MS hybrid polymer adhesion strength, combined with permanent elasticity (Elastic Recovery >60%) makes for incredibly durable joints.

X-Seal can be used for internal and external applications in wet and dry conditions.

It is mould resistant and can withstand harsh weather, wind, UV rays and temperature fluctuations. X-Seal adheres to most building materials, and is safe for use with all types of natural stone, such as marble, granite and bluestone, and most composite materials, concrete, masonry door sills and windowsills and lintels.

EC1935 ISEGA Food Contact Approval also makes it suitable for use in the food and hospitality industries.

Remarkable X-Seal is remarkable technological innovation from Tec7, that provides the perfect solution for many of the challenges faced in modern, ecologically sustainable construction today.

Extremely flexible sealant based on MS hybrid polymer ideal for environmentally sustainable construction

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Product News Clean up your act with Zinsser’s ultimate interior matt wall paint The hustle and bustle of busy public, commercial and residential buildings can result in sticky fingerprints, food stains and scuffs and stains on interior walls.

The solution? Zinsser AllClean.

Unlike regular paints, AllClean is designed specifically to protect and preserve the paint finish – its highly durable and stain-resistant* finish makes the little scuffs and stains of everyday life disappear without the need to re-apply.

Versatile

Providing up to 12m2 per litre of coverage, the paint is versatile and can be applied by airless sprayer, brush, pad or roller and is extremely fast-drying with the ability to recoat in only two hours; providing a hard-wearing, stain-resistant

Harden Tools – top quality at great prices Harden Tools are top quality at great prices and have established themselves as a reliable and essential part of any tool kit.

Whether it’s the professional tradesman or the home DIY expert, we build tools to meet the highest standards required to finish any job.

Maximum quality We are continually designing, improving and testing our products to maintain maximum quality and a performance you can trust.

Accurate and dependable, Harden Tools have a

unique ergonomic design for comfort of use.

Our range is extensive: Plumbing, Striking and Garden Tools. Hydraulic, Air and Auto Tools. Tool Sets, Boxes and Bags. Measuring, Clamping and Cutting Tools. Pliers, Sockets, Spanners and Fastening Tools. Safety, Torque and Electronic Tools.

Whatever you need, we have it.

Contact our sole agents in Ireland, Sharp Distributors Ltd for further information. info@sharp.ie Phone: 01 8364770 or Michael O’Leary 086 8173305

finish not normally associated with decorative matt finishes.

It’s loved by painters, decorators and contractors alike for its high durability and moisture resistant streak-free flat matt finish.

It’s Class 1 Scrub rating is the highest possible for paint and means it can be washed down with ease.

Review

A recent review from Decorators Forum described the product as ‘one of the best durable matt emulsions on the market’ and complimented the finish by stating that it leaves a ‘nice, flat finish which is significant because a lot of durable matt emulsions have a high sheen level which leads to problems’.

It is the ideal paint choice for those looking for a product to apply to new or previously decorated plasterboard, plastered walls and ceilings in large commercial buildings such as hotels, colleges, offices, schools and even busy household rooms including bathrooms that require regular cleaning. It’s also incredible for residential projects.

The paint is Class 0 Fire Rated which means it’s also suitable for residential and commercial kitchens.

Over 4,000 colours

The acrylic paint is water-based which means it’s virtually odourless and is available in over 4,000 colours from the RAL, BS and NCS collections.

Custom-tinting to match corporate colours or trending colours for the home are also options.

Zinsser AllClean is available in a range of sizes including a 2.5 litre can or 5 litre can for larger-scale projects and only available in a matt finish.

For stockist enquiries please contact Relay Global +353 01 840 3969 or +44 028 9262 0300. *Stains tested after 7 days cure; Mustard, Ketchup, Tea, Coffee – complete removal. Red wine- trace remains. ‘Permanent stains’ such as those from biro, felt pen, permanent marker may not be completely removed. ** Class 0 Fire Rated on bare plaster tested to BS476 Parts 6 & 7

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Renewable Heating Solutions

Tried & Tested Technology

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A leading manufacturer of underfloor heating systems; Qual-Pex Plus+ ‘Easy-Lay’ Heating & Plumbing Pipe.

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Product News Get The Plus+ Advantage with Pipelife’s ‘Easy-Lay’ Multilayer Pipe Pipelife’s White Qual-Pex Plus+ ‘Easy Lay’ Multilayer Pipe is more than meets the eye. Primarily used for the installation of Underfloor Heating Systems it is also a universal pipe that can be used with any suitably approved/certified* Press fitting.

This gives the pipe a distinct advantage over any other multilayer pipe on the market today.

‘Universal alternative’

This pipe has been designed to provide the plumbing professional with a ‘universal alternative’ to the various other piping products on the market, and it will prove to be a more effective plumbing solution, for many applications where aluminium or copper pipe might otherwise be considered.

Qual-Pex Plus+ ‘Easy-Lay’ Multilayer Pipe is available in white coils and lengths of 16mm, 20mm, 26mm and 32mm in coil sizes ranging from 100m, 150m and 500m.

The pipe can also be purchased in Pre-Insulated version again saving the installer time, money and energy costs.

The pipe is extremely flexible, with exceptional lay-flat capability, enabling faster, easier and more cost-effective installations.

manoeuvre the pipe with complete ease.

Increased flexibility delivers added value allowing you save every time and giving you an edge over the competition!

When you choose Qual-Pex Plus+ ‘Easy-Lay’ Multilayer pipe, you’re choosing a quality product manufactured by a trusted leader of Plumbing & Heating Pipe in Ireland with over fifty years’ experience.

Plus it comes with our market leading Fifty Year Guarantee offering you more certainty to install with confidence. Your next phase of plumbing success starts here.

Essential feature

Padjoe Barry – national sales manager says: ‘The essential feature of our new pipe that differentiates it against other products on the

market is that we have made it really truly flat-lay making it easier to handle and install.

‘The one thing that Pipelife has always prided itself on is the full support that we offer all our customers in terms of product and installation support.

‘We can assure you that this will be no different with our new QualPex Plus+ ‘Easy-Lay’ Multilayer Pipe as we will be offering our market leading fifty-year guarantee.

‘Pipelife has been around a long time and will continue to be in the years ahead, so you can be assured that the support that we are offering and promising will be there for you in case you should ever need it.’

Customer Testimonial:

James Murphy, BroMur Energy Ltd. ‘The new Qual-Pex Plus+ ‘Easy-Lay’

Multilayer Pipe has exceeded our expectations.

‘It is extremely flexible, with exceptional lay-flat capability, enabling faster, easier and more cost-effective installations.

‘My crew have installed all kinds of underfloor heating pipe, but the new Qual-Pex Plus+ ‘Easy-Lay’ Multilayer Pipe is by far the easiest we have worked with.

‘That’s why we put our trust in Pipelife.’

IT’S QUALITY YOU CAN TRUST, FLEXIBILITY YOU WANT AND VALUE YOU DESERVE FROM PIPELIFE IRELAND * (i.e meeting Irish Agrement Board requirements and/or relevant European Standards, i.e. fittings manufactured to EN ISO 21003). This guarantee is subject to our standard terms and conditions

Next generation

It’s the ‘next generation Pipelife plumbing & heating pipe’, for hot and cold water distribution services, as well as for central heating and underfloor heating systems.

It has been developed by the Pipelife innovation team, with strong technical support from an industry-leading raw material supplier, so as to achieve enhanced lay-flat characteristics, whilst maintaining the essential performance capabilities that allowed our old ‘Qual-PEX pipe’ to serve the Irish hot and cold plumbing and heating sector so well, for the last twenty-five years.

All our Qual-Pex Plus+ ‘Easy-Lay’ pipe range is 100% Irish made and is manufactured to the most stringent standards allowing you to install with confidence.

Complete ease

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Product News Sika has a long and proud history in Ireland and a reputation for going above and beyond. Our product portfolio comprises some of the trades’ most respected products including, Stixall, Pinkgrip and Wonder Wipes, all of which have been honed over the years through rigorous testing and product research. Our goal is to be present in all markets with a full range of the highest quality construction chemicals.

Sika – going above and beyond!

Sika Ireland is part of the global Sika Group which specialises in the manufacture and supply of chemical-based products.

The organisation holds a leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting – in the building sector and motor vehicle industry.

It has a very strong track record in Ireland, dating back to the 1920’s – when Sika-1 waterproofer was used to prevent water ingress in the Shannon Dam Scheme!

The Irish subsidiary of Sika AG was established in Ireland in 1995. Since then, Sika Ireland has been supplying all its products right across Ireland.

Professional solutions

On the distributors’ shelves, customers find professional solutions where top quality is always guaranteed.

We have created some of the trade’s most powerful and adaptable hybrid sealants – such as Stixall Extreme Power.

Unlike common silicone sealants, hybrid options typically use polymer technology to blend silicone and polyurethane.

The result is a powerful sealant, available in a range of colours including black, white and crystal clear, that can also operate as a hybrid polymer grab adhesive.

Stixall will bond to virtually every substrate – both indoors and outdoors and in all weather conditions - even in the rain and underwater;

making it an ideal product to have on a building site.

Landscape

Our extensive collection of landscaping products can tackle any domestic or commercial project.

From path and patio seal to brick cleaner, fungicidal wash and stabilising solution, our products can protect a wide range of outdoor surfaces or restore them to their former glory.

The range includes industry favourites for landscaping constructions such as Sika FastFix All Weather, SikaCeram-62 FlowFix Jointing Compound, SikaCeram-62 FlowFix Bonding primer – ideal for joint widths of 2-5mm.

Sika® FastFix All Weather is a self-setting paving jointing compound, providing the ideal solution to perfect pointing on paving, paths and patios.

With a unique formula containing Active Resin Technology for advanced durability, it is supplied ready to use with no mixing required, is easy to apply in all weather conditions, even in the rain and won’t shrink or crack over time.

Suitable for use on all joints from just 20mm deep, Sika FastFix All Weather can be used for a range of applications including footpaths, stone setts, cobbles and Indian sandstone paving slabs and once opened can be stored in water and reused to reduce waste.

Busy

As regards trends and developments the market continues to be extremely

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busy with a mixture of DIY, Self-build and home enhancements with DIY being the stronger during the past year.

There is a lot of price matching or price quoting going on and the supply chain has been an issue. Some companies have been seeing long lead times and everyone has been experiencing price increases across all sectors of the trade.

Sika Ireland has been ahead of the curve by carrying large amounts of stock in our warehouse in Ballymun, offering delivery nationwide within 3 days.

Our forecasting and supply planning have been a major factor in so far as being able to supply.

Comprehensive

Meanwhile, our experienced sales representatives are located throughout Ireland, stocking merchants with a comprehensive product range.

And with nationwide advertising campaigns, to bespoke packages created for merchants, you can be sure Sika Everbuild is a name recognised as ‘the builders’ brand’.

We are committed to providing the trade with the products and support they need, not only by offering a superior range filled with products to suit almost any application imaginable, but by going above and beyond to ensure our loyal merchants and trade users receive the ultimate service throughout their customer journey.

We are able to keep up with the ever-increasing product demand and ensure our stock availability remains at 99%.

This, combined with an on-timeand-in-full delivery rating of 99% means you are dealing with a company you know you can rely on.

Sika is also first in class for

sustainable solutions across the entire construction industry.

For 2022 and beyond?

A new range of tile adhesives and jointing compounds is coming soon and will cater for both trade and retail.

The products have been formulated to the highest possible standard so trade users can feel confident they are using the best joint compound for the job.

Meanwhile, we have recently introduced our new range of silicone sealants for universal use and sanitary applications to the Irish market.

We are launching newly developed polyurethane sealants and adhesives under the brand Purform®.

With the new Purform® polyurethane technology, Sika set another milestone in terms of sustainable product development.

The new technology enhances the superiority of polyurethane regarding strength and durability and impresses through a very low monomer content.

The latter enables Sika to manufacture more sustainable products that meet future environmental and health regulations.

Innovation

The innovation enables Sika to lower substantially the monomeric di-isocyanate content in its products and to create solutions with content below 0.1%.

Thus, Sika meets the new European Union REACH regulation valid as of 2023, which is the regulation adopted to improve the protection of human health and the environment.

With the Purform® technology users can benefit from the unique performance of polyurethane at lowest exposure and the highest level of work safety.

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ABC ABRASIVES Address: Abc House Unit 8 Malahide Road Industrial Estate Dublin 17 Phone: 018486088 Email: Sales@Abcabrasives.ie Website: www.abcabrasives.ie

A.E.F. LTD

Address: Unit 7, Block B, Kingswood Business Park, Baldonnell Road Lower, Dublin 22 , D22 WC92 Phone: +353 (1) 626 7516 Email: sales@aef.ie Website: www.aef.ie

AGITLITY EPOS LTD

Address: Shore Road, Strandhill, Co Sligo, F91AT88 Phone: 01 2530282 Email: andy@agility-software.com Website: agility-software.com Contact: Andrew Bolam, Customer Services Manager

BASF Cyan: 0 IRELAND LIMITED

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BOSTIK INDUSTRIES LTD

Address: Newtown Swords, Co. Dublin Phone: 01 86 24900 Fax: 01 84 02186 Website: www.bostik.ie Contacts: Robert Masssey, Managing Director Peter Morrissey, Sales Director Brian Noble, Marketing Manager

BRIGHTER IMAGE LIMITED Address: South Shore Road, Rush, Co. Dublin K56 VY60 Phone: 01 8439199 Email: liamggavin2@gmail.com Website: www.pestclear.ie Contacts: Liam Gavin, Managing Director

CHARLIE SHIELS LTD ALBANY HOME DÉCOR (IDS GROUP) Address: Store Nationwide Phone: 094 902 1821 Email: office@albany.ie Web: www.albany.ie Contact: Padraic McGuinness

JOHN MURPHY (CASTLEREA) LTD Address: IDA Business Park, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon F45P224 Phone: 00 353 94 9620182 Email: info@jmcallgrip.ie Web: www.allgrip.ie Contact: Pat Lally, Sales Manager pat@jmcallgrip.ie

COMPANY INDEX CEDRAL IRELAND (FORMERLY TEGRAL) Address: Tel: Email: Web: Contact:

Kilkenny Road, Athy, Co.Kildare, R14 VN84 +353 (0) 59 863 1316 info.ireland@cedral.worl cedral.ie +353 (0) 59 863 1316

CLARKE INTERNATIONAL LTD

Address:: Hemnall Street, Epping, Essex CM16 4LG UK Phone: +44 (0) 1992 565 335 Fax: +44 (0) 1992 561 562 Email: export@clarkeinternational.com Website: www.clarkeinternational.com Contact: David Nelson, Sales Executive

COLM WARREN POLYHOUSES LTD Address: Kilmurray, Trim, Co Meath, Ireland Phone: 00 353 (0) 46 954 6007 Fax: 00 353 (0) 46 954 6377 Email: info@cwp.ie Website: www.cwp.ie Certified to: EN1090-12009+A1:2011 Excl.2 Contacts: Colm Warren, Deirdre Warren

COLOURTREND

Address: Units 3-4 Goldenbwridge Industrial Estate, Inchicore, Dublin 8 Phone: (01) 4545844 - 10 lines Fax: (01) 454 5845 Email: sales@charlieshiels.com Website: www.charlieshiels.com

Address: Maynooth Road, Celbridge, Co Kildare W23 X7R8 Phone: 01 628 8224 Fax: 01 627 2205 Email: info@colourtrend.ie Website: www.colourtrend.ie Contact: Chris Foy, Head of Sales

CHERRY PIPES LTD

CONTECH BUILDING PRODUCTS

Address: 12 Derryhirk Road, Dungannon BT71 6NH Phone:028 3834 9982 Email: Sales@cherrypipes.com Website: www.cherrypipes.com Contact: Fintan Monaghan, Sales Director

Address: Unit F12, Maynooth Business Campus, Maynooth, Co Kildare, W23 R1H2 Phone: 01 629 2963 Fax: 01 629 2023 Email: info@contechbuildings.ie Website: www.tec7.ie www.essve.com.

Contact: Dave Dunne, Marketing Manager

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COOLRAIN SAWMILLS LTD

Address: Coolrain, Co Laois, Ireland Phone: 057 8735152 Email: s.norval@coolrainsawmills.ie Website: www.coolrainsawmills.ie Contact: Steven Norval

CORRY’S IRONMONGREY LTD

Address: Unit 6. Block B, Kingswood Business Park, Baldonnell Road Lower, Dublin 22 Phone: 01 4404860 Fax: 01 4595033 Email: sales@corrys.ie Website: wwww.corrys.ie Contacts: Eugene Dunne, Sales Director

FLEETWOOD PAINTS LTD.

DRAPER TOOLS (IRELAND) LIMITED Address: Hursley Road, Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh. Hampshire SO53 1YF Phone: Sales +44 23 8049 4333 Email: sales@drapertools.com

Address: Virginia, Co. Cavan, A82N267, Ireland.

Phone: + 353 49 85 47209 E-mail: info@fleetwood.ie Website: www.fleetwood.ie Contact: David McCoy Head of Sales: +353876484626 David.mccoy@fleetwood.ie

FLOGAS IRELAND LTD

DS SUPPLIES LTD.

CURUST INDUSTRIES LTD

Address: Unit 7, Bromley Business Park, Farankelly Road, Greystones, Co. Wicklow.

Phone: 01 276 0800 Email: sales@curust.ie Website: www.curust.ie Contacts: Richard Brocklesby

Address: Unit 650, Jordanstown Avenue, Greenogue Business Park, Rathcoole, Co. Dublin, Ireland Phone: +353 (0)1 4011666 Fax: +353 (0)1 4011711 Email: info@dssupplies.com Website: www.dssupplies.com

Address: Knockbrack House, Matthews Lane, Donore Road, Drogheda, Co Louth Phone: 041 214 9600 E-mail: lpgsupport@flogas.ie Website: www.flogas.ie

FIREBIRD

DARGAN TOOLS LTD

Address: Dolmen Business Park, Tullow Road, Carlow Phone: 00353 59 91 42855 Fax: 00353 59 91 41418 Email: kay@dargantools.com Website: www. dargantools.com Contact: Niall Dargan, Director

DULUX PAINTS IRELAND LTD

Address: 1.Unit J, South City Business Park, Tallaght, Dublin 24 2. Shandon Works, Commons Road, Cork Phone: 01 455 6099 / 021 422 0222 Email: info@dulux.ie Website: www.dulux.ie, www. duluxtrade.ie, www.weathershield.ie Contact: Seamus O’Donoghue (Managing Director) ,

emerald clover DACHSER IRELAND LTD

Address: Head Office, Blackchurch Business Park,Rathcoole, Co. Dublin, D24 C796 Dachser Cork, Courtstown Industrial Estate, Co. Cork, T45 KV20 Dachser Limerick Galvone Industrial Estate, Galvone, Co. Limerick, V94 1Y640 Phone: +353 1 4013333 Email: dachser.dublin@dachser.com

LIMITED

EMERALD CLOVER LTD.

Address: Drumduffy, Drumkeeran, Co Leitrim, N41 T998 Phone: 00353 (0)71 96 48008 Email: jason@emeraldclover.ie Contact: Jason @ 086 022 9000

Address: Údáras Industrial Estate , Baile Mhic íre., Co. Cork, P12 HK51, Ireland Phone: 026 45253 Fax: 026 45309 E-mail: info@firebird.ie Website: www.firebird.ie

HENKEL IRELAND DISTRIBUTION LIMITED

Address: Tallaght Business Park, Whitestown, Dublin 24.

Phone: 01 404 6438 Contacts: Crevan Byrne, National Sales Manager

W. HOWARD KILDARE LTD.

DOMINIC FLEMING ELECTRICAL

Address: Unit 2, Damastown Walk, Dublin 15 D15PNN4 Phone: 01 8270722 Email: info@dfe.ie Website: www.dfe.ie Contacts: Cathal Fleming, Company Director

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EXCELLENCE LTD

Address: 43 Grange Parade, Baldoyle Industrial Estate,Dublin 13, D13 Y860, Ireland.

Phone: 01-8323300 Email: info@excellence.ie Website: www.excellence.ie

Address: Arthurstown, Kill, Co. Kildare W91 HR98 Phone: 045 877671 Email: damian.woods@howardkildare.ie Contact: Damian Woods, Sales Manager

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JEFFERSON PROFESSIONAL TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

HULTAFORS GROUP IRELAND Address: Unit B5 Calmount Business Park Ballymount, Dublin 12 Phone: : 01 4098400 Email: info@hultaforsgroup.ie.

Website: www.hultaforsgroup.ie

INTACT

Address: Units 12-15, Blackthorn Business Park, Coes Road, Dundalk, Co.Louth Phone: 042 9331742 Email: info@intactsoftware.com Website: www.intactsoftware.com Contact: Mark Gurney, Sales Director

Address: 24 Lisgorgan lane, Upperlanes, BT46 5TE KILSARAN Phone: +44 (0) 1244 646 048 (UK/NI) Address: Piercetown, Dunboyne, Co. Meath +353 (0) 1473 0300 (ROI) Phone: 01 802 6300 Email: sales@jeffersontools.com Email: info@kilsaran.ie Website: www.jeffersontools.com Website: www.kilsaran.ie Contacts: National Sales Manager: Contacts: Brian Collins, Sales and Account Darren Binns 08602 68579 Manager Southern Region: Michael Golden 08685 38295 Western Region: John Stagg 08725 17358 East & Midlands Region: Kevin Barron 08618 31421 Eastern Region:

Mark Lonergan 08685 38575 Address: Unit 3, Allied industrial Estate, Northern Region: Kylemore Road, Inchicore, Dublin 10, D10 PY54 Trevor McConnell +44 (0)771 1822 269 Phone: : (01) 642 6600 Alan Boomer +44 (0)787 2836 183 George McDonald +44 (0)771 8488 679 Email: sales@laydex.ie Website: www.laydex.ie Contact: Peter Woods, Managing Director

IRISH ABRASIVES

Address: Unit 21 Western Parkway Business Centre, Lower Ballymount Road, Dublin 12 Phone: 087 2554003 Email: info@irishabrasives.ie Website: www.irishabrasives.com Contact: Jim Cuddy, Managing Director

BL300 (Kit)

RRP €330 LIFFEY DISTRIBUTORS LTD

JOHN STAFFORD & SONS

Irish Cement Ltd

Address: The Village, Blackwater, Co. Wexford, Y21DR60 Phone: : (053) 936 7246 Email: sales@stafford.ie Website: www.stafford.ie www.protool.ie

Address: 309 Northwest Business Park, Dublin 15, D15 YV5T Phone: 087 395 8411 / 087 167 6245 Email: finnian.hayes@liffeyd.com / patrick.coyle@liffeyd.com Website: www.liffeyd.com CS300 (Kit) Contacts: FinnianRRP/ Patrick €390

LM400 (Kit) RRP €525

Address: Platin, Drogheda, Co Louth.

Phone: 00 353 41 98 76000 Fax: 00 353 41 98 76400 email: info@irishcement.ie Website: www.irishcement.ie

ST275

RRP €

JOSEPH MURPHY

IRISH INTERNATIONAL TRADING CORP. (CORK) PLC

MANNOK

Address: Dolmen Road, Ballina, Co. Mayo Phone: : 096 21344 Fax: 096 70549 Email: info@josephmurphy.ie Website: www.josephmurphy.ie Contact: Sales contact: Niall Brennan, Michael Murphy

Address: 187 Ballyconnell Road, Derrylin, HT255 (Kit) RRP €320 Co. Fermanagh, BT92 9GP Phone: 1800 322 122 / 08000 322 122 Email: info@mannokbuild.com Website: mannokbuild.com Free Battery Display with Full Range Orders

KEYPOINT

Address: Hermitage, Ballygar, Co Galway and Ballon, Co Carlow Phone: 090 662 4688 Fax: 090 662 4735 Email: info@ mtg.ie Website: mtg.ie Contacts: Patrick Murray

Free Spare Battery on all Battery Kits Ordered Contact Brian Parker for More Information: 087 239 7783

Address: Tramore Road, Cork T12WK59 Phone: 021 470 5800 Fax: 021 470 5880 Email: cork@iitc.ie Naas Address: Osberstown Industrial Park, Osberstown, Naas, Co. Kildare W91 EDN7 Phone: 045 888300 Fax: 045 888299 Email: naas@iitc.ie Website: www.iitc.ie Contacts: Brian Murphy:: Hardware Dept, John Lyons: Plumbing Dept, Noel Smiddy: Steel Dept.

Powerhead E

RRP €365

MURRAY TIMBER GROUP Address: 17-18 Keypoint Business Park, Rosemount Park Drive, Ballycoolin Road, Dublin 11 Phone: : 01 885 3030 Fax: 01 885 3031 Email: sales@keypoint.ie Contacts: Margaret English, Kevin Behan, Cathy McGarry

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OHRA REGALANLAGEN GMBH Address: Alfred-Nobel-Straße 24-44 D-50169 Kerpen Phone: +44 7990 065290 Email: info@ ohra.ie Website: www.ohra.ie Contacts: Seamus Coyle – Sales Manager

Ireland

PIPELIFE IRELAND SOLUTIONS LIMITED Address: White’s Cross, Cork Phone: 021 4884700 Email: ireland@pipelife.com Website: www.pipelife.ie Contacts: Timmy Mullins, Marketing Executive

SVK

Address: The Slate Cottage, Nuttstown, Clonee, Dublin 15 Phone: 01- 801 5690 Fax: 01 801 5694 Email: info@svk.ie Website: www.svk.ie / www.rilco.ie Contact: rsunderland@svk.ie Managing Director Rilco Ireland

T.I. MIDWOOD & CO LTD

Address: Aviemore house, Hill Street, Co. Monaghan, Ireland Phone: 0476 3538 Fax: 0476 3539 Email: sales@TIMco.ie Website: www..TIMco.ie Contacts: John Mackin

RAWLPLUG IRELAND LTD

Address: Unit 10, Donore Business Park, Drogheda, Co. Louth Phone: 041 9844338 Fax: 041 9802874 Email:sales@rawlplug.ie Website: www.rawlplug.ie Contacts: Paul McCormack, Commercial Director

Address: Killeen Road, Dublin 12 Phone: 01 419 0200 Email: materialhandling@toyota.ie Website: www.toyota-forklifts.ie Contact: Noel Foley

Address: 4, Ash Drive, Naas Enterprise Park, Newbridge Road, Naas, Co.Kildare.

Phone: 045 409050 Fax: 045 409051 Email: sales@tradecraft.ie Website: www.tradecraft.ie

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WHITERIVER GROUP,

Address: Cluide, Dunleer, Co Louth (Whiteriver) Ferbane Technology Park, Ferbane, Co Offaly (Seadec) Phone: 041 6861000 / 0906 454444 Fax: +353 41 686 2909 Email: sales@wrg.ie Website: www.wrg.ie / www.seadec.ie Contact: Iain Wogan, Sales Director

ZINSSER

SIKA IRELAND LTD

Address: Sika House, Ballymun Industrial Estate, Dublin 11 Phone: 01862 0709 Email: info@sika.ie Website: www.sika.ie

WEEE IRELAND

Address: Whelan House, South County Business Park, Leopardstown, Dublin 18.

Phone: 01-2999320 Fax: 01 2959410 Email: operations@weeeireland.ie Website: www.weeeireland.ie

TOYOTA MATERIAL HANDLING IRELAND

SHARP DISTRIBUTORS

Address: Croke Park Industrial Estate, Russell Street, Dublin 1 Phone: 01 836 4770 Fax: 01 836 3608 Email: info@sharp.ie Website: www.sharp.ie Contacts: Sharp Representatives Michael O Leary 086 8173305

WATERFORD STANLEY

Address: Unit 401-403, Waterford Industrial Estate, Cork Road, Waterford, X91 DR76, Ireland Phone: 051 302 300 Email: sales@waterfordstanley.com Website: www.waterfordstanley.com Contact: Kieran Laffan, Sales Administration Manager

TOOLBANK IRELAND

Address: 24 Magna Drive, Magna Business Park, Citywest Road, Dublin 24 D24FNYO Phone: 01 4677000 Email: irishsales@toolbank.com

SHOP EQUIPMENT LTD

Address: 4052 Kingswood Drive, City West Business Campus, D 24 D24 YD52 Phone: 087 813 5242 Email: pdowney@sel.ie Website: www.sel.ie Contact: Padraig Downey

I. S. VARIAN & CO

Address: Unit 1 Greenhills Industrial Estate Greenhills Road, Walkinstown, Dublin 12 Phone: 01 450 1150 Fax: 01 450 1209 Email: info@isvarian.ie Website: www.varian.ie Contacts: Tom Byrne: Director, Alan Walker: Sales Manager

- exclusively distributed in Ireland by Relay Global

UNILIN FLOORING

Address: Unit 5, Rampart Business Centre, Green Bank Industrial Estate, Newry, Co. Down Phone: 0044 77958 42457 Email: gerard.mallon@unilin.co.uk Contacts: Gerard Mallon Regional Sales Manager

Address: 9 Rathdown Close, Lissue Industrial Estate West, Lisburn, Co Antrim, BT28 2RB. Phone: +44 (0)28 9262 3000 Fax: +44 (0)28 9262 3009 Email: info@relay.global Website: www.relay.global Contact: Kieran Laffan, Sales Administration Manager

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1000V TOOLS A.E.F. Ltd Draper Tools Sharp Distributors Toolbank ABRASIVES A.E.F. Ltd Albany Home Décor Amtech Arc Building Products Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Dosco Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd Irish Abrasives Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy ( Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Power Providers Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors Toolbank ACCESS CONTROL Basta Parsons Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Toolbank ACCOUNTS SOFTWARE Agility Epos Ltd Herbst Software Intact Software Profile Technology RNH Solutions ADHESIVES & SEALANTS A.E.F. Ltd Albany Home Décor Amtech Arc Building Products Bostik Industries Ltd Botament Centurion Europe Ltd Contech Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Draper Tools DS Supplies Dulux Paints Ireland E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd Henkel Igoe International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy ( Castlerea) Ltd Laydex Building Solutions M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Power Providers Ltd Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank

PRODUCT INDEX AGGREGATES N&C Enterprises Ltd

Profile Technology RNH Solutions

AGRICULTURAL BRUSHES & SCRAPERS Botament M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors

BARBEQUES Calor Gas Charlie Shiels Ltd Bark Products Erin Horticulture Ltd Mercer Agencies Ltd N&C Enterprises Ltd

AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd I.S. Varian & Company Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors South Coast Sales AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT Centurion Europe Ltd Colm Warren Polyhouses Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Earthridge International Limited Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd AIR COMPRESSORS A.E.F. Ltd Draper Tools Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy ( Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank AIRTIGHT SYSTEMS Tradecraft Building Products Ltd ANTI-FREEZE Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank ARCHITECTURAL TOOLS Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans Sharp Distributors ARTICLE NUMBERING M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank AUTO PRODUCTS Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Igoe International Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Sharp Distributors Toolbank Weee Ireland BANDASS MAHENETIC DRILL Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment BAR CODING Agility Epos Ltd Intact Software

Locks & Hardware M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors

BATH SCREENS Ideal Standard Ireland Irish International Trading Corporation Spares Direct BATHROOM FURNITURE & FITTINGS Basta Parson Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd DS Supplies Earthridge International Limited Ideal Standard Ireland Irish International Trading Corporation Locks & Hardware M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Spares Direct BATTERIES Charlie Shiels Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dargans Dominic Fleming Electrical Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Power Providers Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank Vendek t/a Powerline Weee Ireland

BUILDERS FILM Dargans E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Igoe International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Laydex Building Solutions M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Tradecraft Building Products Ltd BUILDING MATERIALS A.E.F. Ltd Arc Building Products Bostik Industries Ltd Botament Calor Gas Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans DS Supplies Dulux Paints Ireland E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Laydex Building Solutions Mannock M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Murray Timber Group Ireland Ltd N & C Enterprises Ltd Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank Tradecraft Building Products Ltd Wavin Ireland Ltd W Howard Kildare Ltd BUILDING PROFILES Colm Warren Polyhouses Ltd DS Supplies John Murphy ( Castlerea) Ltd Tradecraft Building Products Ltd

BI METAL HOLE SAWS A.E.F. Ltd Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank BIRD BATHS Dunne and Dineen BLINDS Albany Home Décor Tradecraft Building Products Ltd BRAD NAILS Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy ( Castlerea) Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd BRASSWARE Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Earthridge International Limited Ideal Standard Ireland Irish International Trading Corporation

BULBS Albany Home décor Centurion Europe Ltd Power Providers Ltd Vendek t/a Powerline Weee Ireland Brad Nails Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank BUSINESS ADVISORY RNH Solutions CABLE DUCT Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Wavin Ireland Ltd CABLE REELS Basta Parsons Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dargans

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PRODUCT INDEX Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Liffey Distributors Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank CABLE TIES A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Arc Building Products Basta Parsons Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank CANDLES Charlie Shiels Ltd CAR PARTS & ACCESSORIES Amtech Dargans Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Irish Abrasives CARPETS DS Supplies Laydex Building Solutions CASH BOXES Agility Epos Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd JB Key Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank CASH SYSTEMS Intact Software CASTORS Basta Parsons Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dargans Draper Tools DS Supplies Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors CCTV Charlie Shiels Ltd Dargans Dominic Fleming Electrical Toolbank CEMENT Irish International Trading Corpo-

ration Mannock CEMENT COLORANTS Albany Home Décor Arc Building Products Bostik Industries Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd N&C Enterprises Ltd Sika Everbuild Toolbank CERAMICS Dunne and Dineen CERAMIC TILES Albany Home Décor Botament DS Supplies CHAIN Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Liffey Distributors Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank CHANNEL DRAINAGE Irish International Trading Corporation Tradecraft Building Products Ltd Wavin Ireland Ltd CHEMICALS Arc Building Products Dargans Irish International Trading Corporation Laydex Building Solutions M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sika Everbuild Sharp Distributors Toolbank CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS Charlie Shiels Ltd Dunne and Dineen CLAY TILES Albany Home Décor CLEANING EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS A.E.F. Ltd Albany Home Décor Dargans Dosco Draper Tools DS Supplies Igoe International Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy ( Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank CLEANING PRODUCTS A.E.F. Ltd Albany Home Décor

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Arc Building Products Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Dosco DS Supplies E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Igoe International Ltd I.S. Varian & Company Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Laydex Building Solutions M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank CLOCKS Charlie Shiels Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical E.A. Martin & Son Ltd CLOTHES LINES Centurion Europe Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dosco E.A. Martin & Son Ltd I.S. Varian & Company Toolbank COATINGS FOR FLOORING Albany Home Décor Botament Curust Industries Ltd DS Supplies Dulux Paints Ireland Fleetwood Paints Ltd Granyte Irish International Trading Corporation Sherwin-Williams Sika Everbuild Toolbank COATINGS FOR WOOD Albany Home Décor Curust Industries Ltd DS Supplies Dulux Paint Ireland Fleetwood Paints Ltd Sayerlack Sherwin_Williams Toolbank

COMPUTERS Agility Epos Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Herbst Software Intact Software Profile Technology RNH Solutions COMPUTER SYSTEMS Kerridge Commercial Systems COOKING & HEATING Calor Gas Centurion Europe Ltd The Heating Solutions COOKING & HEATING APPLIANCES Charlie Shiels Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Waterford Stanley COOKWARE/BAKEWARE Dosco COMMERCE SOLUTIONS Kerridge Commercial Systems CORROSION PROTECTION Botament Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Fleetwood Paints Ltd Igoe International Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank CROP PROTECTION Centurion Europe Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation CURTAIN ACCESSORIES Albany Home Décor Centurion Europe Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd CURTAINS Albany Home Décor CUTLERY Charlie Shiels Ltd

COMPOST Erin Horticulture Ltd

CUTTING TOOLS A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans Draper DS Supplies E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors Toolbank T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd

COMPRESSORS A.E.F. Ltd Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Toolbank

CUTTING/ GRINDING FLUIDS/ DISCS A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Arc Building Products Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans Draper E.A. Martin & Son Ltd

COIR MATTING Dosco DS Supplies I.S. Varian & Company COMPANION SETS Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dosco E.A. Martin & Son Ltd

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Irish Abrasives Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Liffey Distributors Limited M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank DAMP PROOFING Albany Home Décor Arc Building Products Botament Centurion Europe Ltd DS Supplies Igoe International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Laydex Building Solutions Sika Everbuild Toolbank Tradecraft Building Products Ltd DECKING DS Supplies Laydex Building Solutions Mercer Agencies Ltd Murray Timber Group DECKING ACCESSORIES Albany Home Décor Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd DS Supplies I.S. Varian & Company Laydex Building Solutions M Donnelly & Co Ltd Murray Timber Group Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Reisser Ireland T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank DECORATING PRODUCTS Albany Home Décor Amtech Arc Building Products Centurion Europe Ltd Colourtrend Curust Industries Ltd Dosco Draper Tools DS Supplies Dulux Paints Ireland E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd Henkel I.S. Varian & Company Laydex Building Solutions Mark John Limited N&C Enterprises Ltd PlastiKote Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild Toolbank DÉCORATIVE CLADDING W Howard Kildare Ltd DETERGENTS Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Toolbank DIAMOND BLADES A.E.F. Ltd Arc Building Products

PRODUCT INDEX Dargans E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Draper Irish Abrasives Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank DIGITAL CAMERAS Charlie Shiels Ltd DISINFECTANT Arc Building Products Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Irish International Trading Corporation Sharp Distributors Toolbank DISPOSABLE OVERALLS Dosco Draper Fleetwood Paints Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Mark John Limited M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank DOCUMENT CHESTS Curust Industries Ltd Toolbank

ELECTRIC POIN OF SALE SYSTEMS Agility Epos Ltd Intact Software RNH Solutions Toolbank ELECTRIC SHOWERS Charlie Shiels Ltd Earthridge International Limited Irish International Trading Corporation Weee Ireland

DRILLS A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Charlie Shiels Ltd Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank

ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES A.E.F. Ltd Basta Parsons Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dominical Fleming Electrical E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Luceco Plc M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Power Providers Ltd Toolbank Weee Ireland

DROP CLOTHS Albany Home Décor Dosco Fleetwood Paints Ltd Mark John Limited M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank DRY MORTAR PRODUCTS N&C Enterprises Ltd

DOOR FURNITURE Basta Parsons Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Deanta Door DS Supplies Irish International Trading Corporation Laydex Building Solutions Locks & Hardware M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank W Howard Kildare Ltd

DUST SHEETS Fleetwood Paints Ltd Mark John Limited T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank

DRAIN ACCESSORIES Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Dargans

ELECTRIC FANS Charlie Shiels Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Draper Tools Weee Ireland

DRAUGHT EXCLUDERS Albany Home Décor Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation I.S. Varian & Company Locks & Hardware M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank

DOOR CLOSERS Basta Parsons Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd DS Supplies Irish International Trading Corporation JB Key Co Ltd John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Locks & Hardware M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank

DOORS Deanta Door DS Supplies Locks & Hardware

Toolbank Weee Ireland

Dosco DS Supplies Irish International Trading Corporation I.S. Varian & Company Wavin Ireland Ltd

ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES SMALL GOODS Amtech Charlie Shiels Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Earthridge International Limited Liffey Distributors Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Power Providers Ltd Waterford Stanley Weee Ireland

DUST CONTROL MATS Centurion Europe Ltd Dosco DS Supplies E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd Igoe International Ltd I.S. Varian & Company M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors

ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES WHITE GOODS Weee Ireland

ECO PRODUCTS Dominic Fleming Electrical Earthridge International Limited Erin Horticulture Ltd Liffey Distributors Ltd Luceco Plc Stafford Fuels Ltd Toolbank Waterford Stanley ELECTRIC BRAD NAIL GUNS A.E.F. Ltd Dargans Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd

ELECTRONIC POINT OF SALE SYSTEMS Intact Software Toolbank Weee Ireland EMERY Amtech Irish Abrasives Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Sharp Distributors Toolbank ENERGY SAVING BULBS Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Irish International Trading Corporation

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PRODUCT INDEX Luceco Plc Power Providers Ltd Toolbank Vendex t/a Powerline ENGINEERING ADHESIVES Draper Tools Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank ENGINEERING FILES A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Dargans Draper Tools Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank EXTENSION LEADS A.E.F. Ltd Basta Parsons Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Corry;s Ironmongery Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Luceco Plc M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank EXTENSION POLES Fleetwood Paints Ltd Mark John Limited ENTRANCE MATTING DS Supplies FACALS AW Howard Kildare Ltd FASTENERS & FIXINGS A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Basta Parsons Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd .A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Locks & Hardware M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank FENCING FILLERS Murray Timber Group FENCING PRODUCTS Centurion Europe Ltd Albany Home Décor Dargans

Draper Tools Dulux Paints Ireland Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank FH/D SLIDING CLAMPS Sharp Distributors FILLERS Arc Building Products Bostik Industries Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Ltd DS Supplies Dulux Paints Ireland E.A. Mrtin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Fleetwood Paints Ltd Henkel M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank FIRE GRATES Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dulux Paints Ireland Irish International Trading Corporation FIRE RETARDANT COATINGS Albany Home Décor DS Supplies Dulux Paints Ireland Laydex Building Solutions Toolbank FIRE SAFETY PRODUCTS Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Draper Tools Laydex Building Solutions Sharp Distributors Toolbank FIRE SURROUNDS Henley Stoves

FLASKS Charlie Shiels Ltd Dosco Draper Tools Peterson Distribution FLAX Sharp Distributors FLOOR COVERINGS Albany Home Décor Botament DS Supplies I.S. Varian & Company Laydex Building Solutions Mark John Limited T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd FLOOR LEVELING COMPOUNDS Sika Everbuild FLOOR PRODUCTS Dulux Paints Ireland Fleetwood Paints Ltd Sika Everbuild Toolbank FLOOR PROTECTION Albany Home Décor Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Dargans DS Supplies Dulux Paints Ireland Igoe International Ltd I.S. Varian & Company Laydex Building Solutions Sika Everbuild T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank FLOORING PRODUCTS Albany Home Décor Dargans DS Supplies Dulux Paints Ireland Laydex Building Solutions FOOD STORAGE Dosco FORK LIFT TRUCKS Calor Gas Toyota Material Handling Equipment

FIREPROOF SAFES Sharp Distributors Toolbank

FUELS Arigna Fuels Calor Gas Flogas Ireland Ltd Stafford Fuels Ltd

FIRST AID BOXES Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Draper Tools Toolbnk

FURNITURE & SHELVING Centurion Europe Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd DS Supplies Locks & Hardware

FANS Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment FLASH LIGHTS / WORK LIGHTS Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Power Providers Ltd Toolbank

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GARAGE DOORS PC Henderson Ireland Ltd GARDEN CHEMICALS Dargans Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Sika Everbuild Toolbank

GARDEN EQUIPMENT & FURNITURE Centurion Europe Ltd Colm Warren Polyhouses Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical DS Supplies Dunne and Dineen E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Liffey Distributors Ltd Mercer Agencies Ltd GARDEN GAMES M. Donnelly & Co Ltd GARDEN GLOVES Centurion Europe Ltd Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank GARDEN TOOLS A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dargans Draper Tools DS Supplies E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Liffey Distributors Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank GAS Calor Gas Dargans Flogas Ireland Ltd Toolbank GENERAL HARDWARE A.E.F. Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dargans Dosco E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Henkel Irish International Trading Corporation I.S. Varian & Company John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Liffey Distributors Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank GENERATORS Calor Gas Dargans

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Draper Tools Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank GEOTEXTILES Toolbank GLUE GUNS / HOT MELT GUNS A.E.F. Ltd Bostik Industries Ltd Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Henkel Loctite M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild Toolbank GLUES Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Henkel Loctite Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Power Providers Ltd T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild Toolbank GREASE GUNS A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank GUN CABINETS Sharp Distributors GUTTERS Irish International Trading Corporation Wavin Ireland Ltd HAND CLEANERS A.E.F. Ltd Curust Industries Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Igoe International Ltd Irish Abrasives Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank HAND RAILS Murray Timber Group HAND TOOLS & ACCESSORIES A.E.F. Ltd Amtech

PRODUCT INDEX Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Liffey Distributors Ltd Mark John Limited M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank

HOUSEHOLD AIDS Draper Tools I.S. Varian & Company Sharp Distributors

HANGING BASKETS Dosco E.A. Martin & Son Ltd

HOUSEWARES Brabantia Centurion Europe Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Dosco I.S. Varian & Company Sharp Distributors

HARDWARE FLOORING & ACCESSORIES Albany Home Décor Botament DS Supplies Reisser Ireland HEALTH & SAFETY DS Supplies Erin Horticulture Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank Sharp Distributors HEATERS Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment HEATING APPLIANCES Arigna Fuels Calor Gas Charlie Shiels Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Earthridge International Limited The Heating Solutions Ltd Flogas Ireland Ltd Henley Stoves Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment South Coast Sales Spares Direct Toolbank Waterford Stanley HOME ENTERTAINMENT Charlie Shiels Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical HOOKS Arc Building Products Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank HOTWATER BOTTLES Centurion Europe Ltd Dosco E.A. Martin & Son Ltd I.S. Varian & Company

JB Key Co Ltd John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Laydex Building Solutions Locks & Hardware M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank

HOUSEHOLD BRUSHES Centurion Europe Ltd Dosco Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation I.S. Varian & Company Sharp Distributors Toolbank

KEY ACCESSORIES Basta Parsons Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Lt E.A. Martin & Son Ltd JB Key Co Ltd T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank

HSS DRILL BITS Centurion Europe Ltd Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank INDUSTRIAL BRUSHWARE Albany Home Décor Dosco E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment I.S. Varian & Company Sharp Distributors INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Agility Epos Ltd Herbst Sofeware Intact Software Irish International Trading Corporation RNH Solutions

INTEGRATED BUSINESS SOFTWARE Kerridge Commercial Systems

IRONMONGERY Basta Parsons Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Curust Industries Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Igoe International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation

KEYS, KEY CUTTING Equipment Albany Home Décor Basta Parsons Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd JB Key Co Ltd Locks & Hardware Sharp Distributors Toolbank KITCHEN ACCESSORIES Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Dosco DS Supplies I.S. Varian & Company Sharp Distributors KITCHEN APPLIANCES Calor Gas Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Dosco Weee Ireland

INSULATION DS Supplies Irish International Trading Corporation Tradecraft Building Products Ltd

INTERIOR FURNISHING Albany Home Décor Dunne and Dineen

KEY CABINETS Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd JB Key Co Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd

KITCHEN KNIVES Charlie Shiels Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd I.S. Varian & Company Peterson Distribution Sharp Distributors KNIVES Charlie Shiels Ltd Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Peterson Distribution Toolbank Sharp Distributors LADDERS & STEPS Albany Home Décor Basta Parsons Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd

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PRODUCT INDEX Dargans Draper Tools Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Laydex Building Solutions M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank Tradecraft Building Products Ltd LAMPS & TORCHES A.E.F. Ltd Albany Home Décor Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Draper Tools Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Mark John Limited M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank LANDSCAPE FABRICS E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Toolbank LAUNDRY CARE Brabantia Charlie Shiels Ltd Dosco I.S. Varian & Company LAWNCARE DS Supplies Irish International Trading Corporation LED LIGHTBLUBS Power Providers Ltd Toolbank LEVELS Amtech Dargans Draper Tools Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank LIFTING SLINGS Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors LIGHTERS Peterson Distribution Power Providers Ltd LIGHTING FIXTURES & FITTINGS Albany Home Décor Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Luceco Plc Power Providers Ltd Toolbank

LIGHTING INDOOR/OUTDOOR Albany Home Décor Arc Building Products Charlie Shiels Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Erin Horticulture Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Luceco Plc Power Providers Ltd Toolbank Weee Ireland LINE MARKING PAINTS Albany Home Décor Arc Building Products Bostik Industries Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Draper Tools Dulux Paints Ireland Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Laydex Building Solutions M. Donnelly & Co Ltd PlastiKote Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank LOCKS & FITTINGS Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation JB Key Co Ltd Locks & Hardware M. Donnelly & Co Ltd PC Henderson Ireland Ltd Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank LOCKSMITHS SUPPLIES Amtech JB Key Co Ltd Locks & Hardware M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank LOGISTICS Johnston Logistics LUBRICANTS A.E.F. Ltd Arc Building Products Dargans E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Igoe International Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Liffey Distributors Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild Toolbank MAINTENANCE AEROSOLS A.E.F. Ltd

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Albany Home Décor Arc Building Products Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Igoe International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Power Providers Ltd Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank MASONS EQUIPMENT E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Sharp Distributors MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Toyota Material Handling Equipment MATS Centurion Europe Ltd Dosco DS Supplies Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd I.S. Varian & Company MDF WOODSCREWS A.E.F Ltd John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank W Howard Kildare Ltd MEASURING WHEELS Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank MERCHANDISING SERVICE Power Providers Ltd T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd MIRRORS & ACCESSORIES Charlie Shiels Ltd Earthridge International Limited Ideal Standard Ireland T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd MIXERS Charlie Shiels Ltd Earthridge International Limited Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors MOPS Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd

Dosco Draper Tools DS Supplies E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation I.S. Varian & Company Sharp Distributors Toolbank PADLOCKS Amtech Basta Parsons Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Dominic Fleming Electrical Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation JB Key Co Ltd Locks & Hardware M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank PAINT & ALLIED PRODUCTS Albany Home Décor Botament Colourtrend Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Dulux Paints Ireland Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd Igoe International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Ronseal Sharp Distributors PAINT ADDITIVES Albany Home Décor Arc Building Products Centurion Europe Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd Igoe International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Toolbank PAINT BRUSHES & ROLLERS Albany Home Décor Arc Building Products Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Dosco Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation I.S. Varian & Company Mark John Limited M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank PAINT COMPRESSORS Albany Home Décor Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd

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PAINT SPRAYERS Albany Home Décor Draper Tools Igoe International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank PAINTABLE SEALANTS Albany Home Décor Arc Building Products Curust Industries Ltd DS Supplies Dulux Paints Ireland E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd Henkel Igoe International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank PAINTERS TOOLS Albany Home Décor Arc Building Products Centurion Europe Ltd Colourtrend Dargans Dosco Draper Tools Fleetwood Paints Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment I.S. Varian & Company Mark John Limited M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank PATIO GAS Flogas Ireland Ltd PATIO HEATERS Charlie Shiels Ltd PEAT N&C Enterprises Ltd PERCOLATION & DRAINAGE Irish International Trading Corporation Wavin Ireland Ltd PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment PEST CONTROL Brighter Image Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Dargans Dominic Fleming Electrical E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Toolbank

PRODUCT INDEX PICTURE FRAME W Howard Kildare Ltd PIPE CUTTING TOOLS A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank PIPE THREADERS A.E.F. Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank PIPES &FITTINGS A.E.F. Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Wavin Ireland Ltd PLANTERS Centurion Europe Ltd Dunne and Dineen I.S. Varian & Company PLANT CARE Centurion Europe Ltd Liffey Distributors Ltd Toolbank PLASTER Arc Building Products PLASTER PRODUCTS Centurion Europe Ltd DS Supplies N&C Enterprises Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank Tradecraft Building Products Ltd PLASTERBOARD Botament DS Supplies PLASTIC SHEETING Irish International Trading Corporation Laydex Building Solutions Sharp Distributors PLASTIC WARE E.A. Martin & Son Ltd I.S. Varian & Company POST BOXES Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd PLUMBING (HOT & COLD) Sharp Distributors Wavin Ireland Ltd PLUMBING &SEPTIC TANKS Irish International Trading Corporation POINT OF SALE SYSTEMS Agility Epos Ltd

Herbst Intact Software Kerridge Commercial Systems RNH Solutions Shop Equipment Ltd POLISH Albany Home Décor Curust Industries Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Igoe International Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment

Equipment John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Locks & Hardware M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Spares Direct Toolbank T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd PRE-PACKED PLUMBING Charlie Shiels Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Spares Direct T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank

PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONERS Charlie Shiels Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment POST BOXES Curust Industries Ltd JB Key Co Ltd Locks & Hardware Toolbank POWER TOOL ACCESSORIES A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Mark John Limited M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank POWER TOOLS A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Draper Tools Irish International Trading Corporation E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank PRE-PACKED ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation PRE-PACKED HARDWARE Basta Parsons Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd Ironmongery Ltd Dosco E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools &

PRECISION TOOLS A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Draper Tools Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank PROFESSIONAL DRILL BITS A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank PROFESSIONAL SCRAPERS Fleetwood Paints Ltd Mark John Limited Toolbank PROTECTIVE CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT Albany Home Décor Amtech Calor Gas Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Sharp Distributors Mark John Limited M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank PUMPS Amtech Draper Tools Earthridge International Limited Grundfos Pumps Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd

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RADON SUMPS & BARRIERS Irish International Trading Corporation Laydex Building Solutions Tradecraft Building Products Ltd

Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank

RAINWATER SYSTEMS Wavin Ireland Ltd

ROTACUTTERS Sharp Distributors

Toolbank Waterford Stanley

READY MIXED FILLER Arc Building Products Bostik Industries Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Fleetwood Paints Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank REMOVABLE HOOKS Arc Building Products RIVETS A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank RODENT CONTROL Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Toolbank

RUGS DS Supplies RUST CLEAN Albany Home Décor Curust Industries Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Igoe International Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors RUST TREATMENT Albany Home Décor Arc Building Products Curust Industries Ltd Igoe International Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank SAFES Curust Industries Ltd Draper Tools JB Key Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank SAFETY CLOTHING Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Liffey Distributors Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank

ROOFING PRODUCTS Arc Building Products Basta Parsons Ltd Botament C & S Sheds Igoe International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Laydex Building Solutions Mark John Limited Murray Timber Group Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild Toolbank Tradecraft Building Products Ltd

SAFETY EQUIPMENT Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Ei Electronics Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank

ROOFING TOOLS Amtech Dargans Irish International Trading Corporation Laydex Building Solutions Sharp Distributors Toolbank

SAFETY FOOTWEAR Dominic Fleming Electrical Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Liffey Distributors Limited M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank

ROPE & TWINE Centurion Europe Ltd

SANDING TOOLS Draper Tools

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Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Mark John Limited Toolbank SANITARY WARE Ideal Standard Ireland Irish International Trading Corporation Sharp Distributors SAWS & BLADES A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans Draper Tools Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Origo Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank SCANNING Intact Software RNH Solutions SCREWS & NAILS Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank SDS & MASONRY DRILL BITS A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank SECURITY PRODUCTS Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Dominic Fleming Electrical Draper Tools Ei Electronics Irish International Trading Corporation

Locks & Hardware M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank SEPTIC TANKS Sharp Distributors SHELVING Centurion Europe Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Draper Tools Irish International Trading Corporation Locks & Hardware OHRA Racking Systems M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Shop Equipment Ltd SHOP DESIGN / LAYOUT Shop Equipment Ltd SHOP FITTINGS John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Shop Equipment Ltd SIGNS, NAMEPLATES & PLAQUES Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Rawlplug Ireland Ltd SINKS & TAPS Draper Tools Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Weee Ireland SITE LIGHTING E McIntyre & Sons Ltd Luceco Plc M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank SLIDING DOOR GEAR Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Locks & Hardware SMALL APPLIANCES Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Weee Ireland SOFT GRIP SCRAPERS Draper Tools Mark John Limited Toolbank SOLID FUELS Arigna Fuels SPRAY PAINTS Albany Home Décor Arc Building Products Curust Industries Ltd Dulux Paints Ireland E.A. Martin & Son Ltd E McIntyre & Sons Ltd

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Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd PlastiKote Sharp Distributors Toolbank SPRAYERS Amtech Draper Tools Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Igoe International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank STAIR BALUSTRADING W Howard Kildare Ltd STAPLE GUNS Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank STAPLES Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Power Providers Ltd Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank STATIONARY Henkel Power Providers Ltd STEEL WOOL Amtech Curust Industries Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Irish Abrasives Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank STOCK CONTROL E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Intact Software RNH Solutions STORAGE UNITS & PRODUCTS Colm Warren Polyhouses Ltd E McIntyre & Sons Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd OHRA Racking Systems

PRODUCT INDEX Sharp Distributors STOVES Arigna Fuels Charlie Shiels Ltd Dargans The Heating Solutions Ltd Henley Stoves SUNDRIES Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Sun Tunnels Tradecraft Building Products Ltd SUPER GLUE Arc Building Products Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Henkel Loctite Irish International Trading Corporation Laydex Building Solutions M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Power Providers Ltd Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild Toolbank SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT Intact Software Kerridge Commercial Systems RNH Solutions SWISS ARMY KNIVES M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Peterson Distribution Toolbank SYSTEMS INTEGRATION Intact Software Kerridge Commaercial Systems RNH Solutions TAPES A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Charlie Shiels Ltd Colm Warren Polyhouses Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Henkel UniBond Power Providers Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank Tradecraft Building Products Ltd TAPES - INSULATING A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Arc Building Products Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Dargans Draper Tools Dosco DS Supplies E.A. Martin & Son Ltd

Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Henkel UniBond Irish International Trading Corporation Laydex Building Solutions M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Power Providers Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank

Arc Building Products Bostik Industries Ltd Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans Draper Tools DS Supplies E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild Toolbank

TAPES - MEASURING A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Dosco Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank

TILES Albany Home Décor Henkel UniBond TIMBER MOULDINGS DS Supplies Tradecraft Building Products Ltd W Howard Kildare Ltd Wood Mouldings Ltd TIMBER PRODUCTS Centurion Europe Ltd Deanta Door DS Supplies Murray Timber Group Tradecraft Building Products Ltd Wood Mouldings Ltd

TAPES - SELF ADHESIVE A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Arc Building Products Curust Industries Ltd Dargans DS Supplies E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd Henkel Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Laydex Building Solutions M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Power Providers Ltd Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank

TOOL ACCESSORIES A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Dargans Draper Tools DS Supplies E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Liffey Distributors Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank

TAPS & DIES A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Draper E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank

TOOL CHESTS/ CABINET A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank

TELEPHONES Charlie Shiels Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical

TOOL HOOKS A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank

TERRACOTTA POTS Dunne & Dineen TILE ADHESIVE Arc Building Products Toolbank TILE GROUT Arc Building Products Henkel UniBond Sika Everbuild Toolbank TILERS EQUIPMENT Amtech

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PRODUCT INDEX Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Peterson Distribution Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors Toolbank

Curust Industries Ltd Dulux Paints Ireland Fleetwood Paints Ltd Igoe International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd PlastiKote Toolbank

TORCHES A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Dargans Dominic Fleming Electrical Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Peterson Distribution Power Providers Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank Weee Ireland Vendex t/a Powerline

VENTILATION Centurion Europe Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd

TRAFFIC CONTROL Centurion Europe Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Sharp Distributors TRANSFORMERS Charlie Shiels Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank TRANSPORT & DISTRIBUTION Earthridge International Limited Kerridge Commercial Systems TRAYS & BUCKETS Mark John Limited Toolbank TV/AUDIO Charlie Shiels Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical DS Supplies Weee Ireland UNDERGROUND DRAINAGE SYSTEMS Wavin Ireland Ltd UNDERGROUND WARNING Arc Building Products Dargans E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank UPVC LOCKING Centurion Europe Ltd JB Key Co Ltd Locks & Hardware M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank VACUUMS, PRESSURE Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment VARNISH Albany Home Décor Colourtrend

VICES A.E.F. Ltd Dargans Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank WALL COVERINGS Albany Home Décor C & S Sheds DS Supplies Mercer Agencies Ltd Sharp Distributors WALL PLUGS A.E.F. Ltd Amtech Centurion Europe Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Toolbank WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT Agility Epos Ltd Dascher Ireland Ltd Intact Software Johnson Logistics Kerridge Commercial Systems RNH Solutions WASTE DISPOSAL I.S. Varian & Company WASTE STORAGE Brabantia Centurion Europe Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation WASHERS Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment WATER HARVESTING Irish International Trading Corporation WATER HEATING Earthridge International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation The Heating Solutions Spares Direct

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WATER PROOFING Arc Building Products Igoe International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Toolbank WATER TREATMENT Irish International Trading Corporation Earthridge International Ltd WEEDKILLERS Draper Tools Irish International Trading Corporation Sharp Distributors Toolbank WELDING EQUIPMENT A.E.F. Ltd Draper Tools Irish International Trading Corporation Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Sharp Distributors Weee Ireland WELDERS, AIR TOOLS Jefferson Professional Tools WELDING PLUGS Sharp Distributors WHEELBARROWS Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank WHEELS Basta Parsons Ltd Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd WILD BIRD CAGES Dunne and Dineen WINDOW FURNITURE Curust Industries Ltd Locks & Hardware Toolbank Tradecraft Building Products Ltd WINDOWS Centurion Europe Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Tradecraft Building Products Ltd WIRE BRUSHES Albany Home Décor Amtech Curust Industries Ltd Dargans Dosco Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Euro Car Parts P R Reilly Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd Irish Abrasives Irish International Trading Corporation I.S. Varian & Company Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Mark John Limited

Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd WIRE FENCING Irish International Trading Corporation John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd WOOD CONNECTORS John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd WOODEN FLOORING ACCESSORIES DS Supplies Wood Mouldings Ltd WOOD FLOORING PROFILES Albany Home Décor Botament Deanta Door DS Supplies Tradecraft Building Products Ltd Wood Mouldings Ltd WOOD PROTECTION Arc Building Products Curust Industries Ltd Dosco DS Supplies Dulux Paints Ireland Fleetwood Paints Ltd Igoe International Ltd John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd Laydex Building Solutions Murray Timber Group Ronseal Sharp Distributors Sika Everbuild Toolbank WOOD PROTECTION ACCESSORIES Arc Building Products DS Supplies Irish International Trading Corporation Toolbank WOODSTAIN Albany Home Décor Curust Industries Ltd Dulux Paints Ireland Fleetwood Paints Ltd Igoe International Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Ronseal Sika Everbuild Toolbank WOODSTAIN MACHINERY M. Donnelly & Co Ltd WORKWEAR Albany home Décor Arc Building Products Draper Tools E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Fleetwood Paints Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank WORKWEAR MAC HINERY A.E.F. Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd

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BRAND INDEX E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Toolbank

ABRASIVES Abro Abus AC-90 Access Building

Reisser Ireland Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Toolbank Arc Building Products Tradecraft Building Products Accounts Software Profile Technology Addax T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd ADVENT TOOLS M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Toolbank AGA Waterford Stanley Agility Assistant Agility Epos Ltd Agility E-Commerce Agility Epos Ltd Agility Insight

Agility Epos Ltd Agility Professional Agility Epos Ltd Agility Touch Agility Epos Ltd Agility Epos Ltd Albany Albany Home Décor All Grip John Murphy ( Castlerea Ltd) Ltd All-In-One John Murphy ( Casterea) Ltd ALM E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Toolbank Alpen Dargan Tools Limited Alubox Locks & Hardware Aluthermo Reflective Insulation Tradecraft Building Products Ltd Amtech DK Tools Antiquawax Excellence Ltd Apex Sharp Distributors Toolbank Arc Arc Building Products Ardonit Slates SVK NV Armitage Shanks Ideal Standard Ltd Armorgard Toolbank Armstead Dulux Paints Ireland Arrow Dargan Tools Limited E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Igoe International Ltd Arti Sherwin-Williams Aspen Liffey Distributors Ltd Atlantic Waterheaters Earthridge International Limited Aquadecks Toolbank Aquarius Calpeda Pumps Astro TURF Ds Supplies ATM007 Igoe International Ltd BABYLISS Bahco

Charlie Shiels Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank Bailey E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Toolbank Barrettine Curust Industries Ltd Bar Coding Profile Technology Bartoline Curust Industries Ltd Basta Basta Parsons Ltd JB Key Baukom Tradecraft Beargrip Dargan Tools Limited Beewi Dominic Fleming Electrical Belling Charlie Shiels Ltd Benman Professional Tools Irish International Trading Corporation Beurer Charlie Shiels Ltd Big Wipes Toolbank BG Luceco Plc BIC Power Providers Ltd Binntone Dominic Fleming Electrical Bird Curust Industries Ltd Black & Decker Toolbank Black Jack Curust Industries Ltd Blackrock E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Blue-60 Locks & Hardware Bolier m8 Circulation Spares Direct Boiler m8 Filters Spares Direct

Bond It Bondex Bonus Bags Bostik Boss Botafloor Botament Brabantia Braun Brennenstuhl Briton Britool Briwax Bruler Brummer BT Bulldog Bulilders Mate Busters Byron Smartwares

Laydex Building Solutions John Murphy ( Castlerea Ltd) Ltd John Murphy ( Casterea) Ltd Albany Home Décor Bostik Industries Ltd Toolbank Dargan Tools Limited Botament Botament Brabantia I.S. Varian & Co Charlie Shiels Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Locks & Hardware Toolbank Excellence Ltd Dargan Tools Limited Toolbank Toyota Material Handling Ireland E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Toolbank Emerald Clover Ltd Emerald Clover Ltd Toolbank

C2 Caldwells California Scents Calor Gas Calpeda Carlisle Brass Cat Leds Cathedral Catnic Building Profiles

T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Power Providers Ltd Calor Gas Calpeda Pumps Locks & Hardware Power Providers Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Tradecraft Building Products Ltd Caulkonce Sika Everbuild Cellfast Garden Hose & Fittings Irish International Trading Corporation Cementone Bostick Industries Ltd Centurian Abrasives Anderson Centurion Plumbing Solution Powerlines Spectrum Industrial Tradepacks Warmseal Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Cisa Locks & Hardware CIP Igoe International Ltd C.K E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Clake Clarke International Ltd Clarke Air Clarke International Ltd Clarke Contractor Clarke International Ltd Clarke Devil Clarke International Ltd Clarke Jumpstart Clarke International Ltd Clarke Logbuster Clarke International Ltd Clarke Power Clarke International Ltd Clarke Pump Clarke International Ltd Clarke Start’n’ Charge Clarke International Ltd Clarke StrongArm Clarke International Ltd Clarke Weld Clarke International Ltd Clarke Wordworker Clarke International Ltd Clarke Metal Work Clarke International Ltd Clarke X-Pro Clarke International Ltd Click Clack Tiles Mercer Agencies Ltd CLC Hultafors Group Ireland Co.P Batteries Vendex Ltd T/A Powerline Cobra Igoe International Ltd Colcron Ronseal Colourtrend Albany Home décor Colourtrend Prime Range Colourtrend Colourtrend Weather Colourtrend Colour Expert Mark John Limited Colormat Bando Classic Facade SVK NV Colormat Bando Scripto Façade SVK NV Colormat Classic Facade SVKNV Colormat Scripto Façade SVK NV Command Power Providers Ltd Computers Profile Technology

ConmetallMeister Coo Var

John Murphy ( Castlerea Ltd) Ltd Curust Industries Ltd Cooper Peglar Cork Lighting Albany Home Décor Corotop Laydex Building Solutions Cougar Sharp Distributors Cougar Safety Sharp Distributors Cork Lighting Albany Home Décor Cosyglo Arigna Fuels Cresent Toolbank Cromar Arc Building Products John Murphy ( Castlerea Ltd) Ltd Cromleigh Slates SVK NV Crow Paints Albany Home Décor Cuprinol Dulux Paints Ireland Toolbank Cutter Tubs Reisser Ireland Classic Multi-Purpose T.I.Midwood & Co Ltd DAEWOO

Charlie Shiels Ltd DAFA Danco Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Airstop Systems Tradecraft Building Products Ltd Danfoss Products Spares Direct Dargan Dargan Tools Limited Decoboard Classic Façade SVK NV Deanta Doors Deanta Doors Décor Ireland Albany Home Décor Decospan Irish Wire Products Deckwright Ds Supplies Deks Olje Igoe International Ltd DeLonghi Charlie Shiels Ltd Delta Lox Sharp Distributors Demar Dominic Fleming Electrical DeWalt Toolbank Diasen Igoe International Ltd Dilunett Igoe International Ltd Dietz Lamps Curust Industries Ltd Dimplex Charlie Shiels Ltd Dixons Albany Home Décor Don Quichotte John Murphy ( Casterea) Ltd Reisser Ireland Dorma Locks & Hardware Dosco Dosco Dosco Brushes Dosco Douglas Decorative Range Curust Industries Ltd Douglas Oxide Paint Curust Industries Ltd Douglas Paints Curust Industries Ltd Douglas Professional Range Curust Industries Ltd Douglas White Spirits Curust Industries Ltd Dow Ronseal Dow Corning Ronseal Draak M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Draper Draper Tools Ltd Draper Expert Draper Tools Ltd Draper Redline Draper Tools Ltd Dreamland Dominic Fleming Electrical Dreumex Irish Abrasives Dronco Arc Building Products DT 5 Dargan Tools Limited Dry n’ Time Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd DUB’L-LIF E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Duck Tape Toolbank Ducky Igoe International Ltd Dulux Trade Dulux Paints Ireland Dunderdon Hultafors Group Ireland DuPont Tyvek Laydex Building Solutions Duracell Charlie Shiels Ltd Peterson of Dublin Power Providers Ltd Toolbank Vendek Ltd T/A Powelrine Dycon Albany Home Décor EZPRO Earth Blu Agri Earth Blu Shovels EB

DS Supplies Sharp Distributors Sharp Distributors Igoe International Ltd

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BRAND INDEX Eclipse

A.E.F. Ltd Dargan Tools Limited Ecobrite Arigna Fuels Eco Stik Technik Bostik Industries Ltd EI Dominic Fleming Ei Electronics EI Electronics Einhell Toolbank Electrolux Dominic Fleming Electrical Elgento Dominic Fleming Electrical Emer Dargan Tools Limited EMMA Footwear Hultafors Group Ireland Energizer Dominic Fleming Electrical Power Providers Ltd Vendex Ltd T/A Powerline Enviromax Blue Supreme The Heating Solutions Enviromax Blue Flame The Heating Solutions Enviromax Condensing The Heating Solutions Elora Draper Tools Ltd Era JB Key Locks & Hardware Ergas Flogas Ireland Ltd Erin Excel Erin Horticulture Ltd Erin Extra Erin Horticulture Ltd Erin Molloy’s Erin Horticulture Ltd Erin Traditional Erin Horticulture Ltd Esbit Peterson Distribution ESP Igoe International Ltd Estwing Dargan Tools Limited E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Toolbank Euroboor Sharp Distributors Eurolite Locks & Hardware Eurospec Locks & Hardware Ever ready Charlie Shiels Ltd Exitex John Murphy ( Casterea) Ltd Locks & Hardware Dominic Fleming Electrical

Sika Everbuild Curust Industries Ltd John Murphy ( Casterea) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Sharp Distributors Toolbank Evo-Stik Bostik Industries Ltd Locks & Hardware Toolbank Excellence Albany Home Décor Exidor Locks & Hardware Express Mark John Limited Ezy Fleetwood Paints Ltd Ezze Clean Sharp Distributors FABLE Faithfull Farho Fakro Fakro Loft Ladders

Balcas Toolbank South Coast Sales Tradecraft Tradecraft Building Products Ltd Fakro Roof Membrane Tradecraft Building Products Ltd Fakro Roof Windows Tradecraft Building Products Ltd Falcon Waterford Stanley Far A.E.F. Ltd Farecla Irish Abrasives Federal Locks Sharp Distributors Fento Dargan Tools Limited Fida Products Spares Direct FF Group Quality Tools Irish International Trading

Corporation Fillonce Sika Everbuild The Heating Solutions Ltd The Heating Solutions Ltd FiberFix Arc Building Products Firmahold T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Fisco Toolbank Fiskars Toolbank Fixman M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Flag Curust Industries Ltd 86 HARDWARE & HOMESTYLE • DIRECTORY 2022

Fleetwood Paints Fleetwood Flexovit

Albany Home Décor Fleetwood Paints Ltd Irish Abrasives John Murphy ( Castlerea Ltd) Ltd Toolbank Floetrol Igoe International Ltd Flogas Flogas Ireland Ltd. FloPro Toolbank Patio Gas Floorcare Dargan Tools Limited Flymo Liffey Distributors Ltd Footprint Dargan Tools Limited Fourgroup Calpeda Pumps E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Toolbank Force 10 Igoe International Ltd Forever White Sika Everbuild Forge Controls Spares Direct Forge fix ToolbankForge™ Heating Pro Spares Direct Forge Insulation Products Spares Direct Forge Radiators Spares Direct Forge Rope Kits Spares Direct Forge Solid fuel equit Spares Direct Formica Irish Wire Products Framers Friends Emerald Clover LTd Frog Tape Toolbank Fortessa Laydex Building Solutions FTD Locks & Hardware GACO Gah Alberts Gardena Gekatex Genesis Geocel Geowet George Foreman Germa Kleen Gerry Keane Gillette Goodmans Go Green Gorilla Gorilla Glue Gorilla Glue & Tapes G.M.C. GPO G Man Graham & Brown Granyte Greenfx Grillstream Gripcoat Griptite Groz Gully Gobbler GT7 GU HAILO Hammerplast Hammerite Haro HBC Hillbrush Hellberg Safety Helko Henley Stoves Helix Heller Henderson Helko Henkel

Igoe International Ltd Ds Supplies Liffey Distributors Limited Irish Abrasives Arc Building Products Ronseal Sika Everbuild Charlie Shiels Ltd Sharp Distributors Albany Home Décor Charlie Shiels Ltd Global Water Calpeda Pumps Charlie Shiels Ltd Dargan Tools Limited Arc Building Products E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Toolbank Irish International Trading Corporation M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Dargan Tools Limited Albany Home Décor Sherwin-Williams DS Supplies Erin Horticulture Ltd Sika Everbuild Sika Everbuild Sharp Distributors Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Contech Locks & Hardware Irish Wire Products Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dulux Paints Ireland Whiteriver Group E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Hultafors Group Ireland John Murphy ( Casterea) Ltd Henley Stoves Power Providers Ltd John Murphy ( Castlerea Ltd) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd John Murphy ( Casterea) Ltd Dargan Tools Limited Henkel Toolbank

Henry

Charlie Shiels Ltd Toolbank Herbst Software Herbst Software Heuger Arc Building Products Hitachi Toolbank Holden Décor Albany Home Décor Homax Igoe International Ltd Honeywell Controls Spares Direct Hoover Charlie Shiels Ltd Hoppe Locks & Hardware Hotline Fencers & Insulators Irish International

Trading Corporation Hozelock Toolbank Hyundai Dargan Tools Limited Hugo Padlocks Irish International Trading Corporation Hultafors Toolbank Hultafors Tools Hultafors Group Ireland IDEAL IFAM Igoe International I Love Birds I Love Dogs Intact Software Irwin Itesori Iseo Isopon Helko IU Howard Ivory

South Coast Sales Ideal Standard Ideal Standard Ltd JB Key Albany Home Décor Emerald Clover Ltd Emerald Clover Ltd Intact Software E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Toolbank Locks & Hardware Locks & Hardware John Murphy ( Casterea) Ltd W Howard Kildare Ltd Dargan Tools Limited

JACK HANDSAWS

Irish International Trading Corporation James Hackett Albany Home Décor JCP A.E.F. Ltd Jefferson Jefferson Professional Tools & Equipment Jetcem Curust Industries Ltd Jetcem Sika Everbuild Jeyes Arc Building Products JG Kelly Albany Home Décor Jingles Mercer Agencies Ltd Job Done Emerald Clover Ltd Johnson Levels Hultafors Group Ireland Jokari Toolbank Joran M. Donnelly & Co Ltd JSP E.A. Martin & Son Ltd KABA Locks & Hardware KANA Excellence Ltd Kapro Dargan Tools Limited Karcher Toolbank Katz Safety Sharp Distributors Kidde Toolbank Keyline JB Key Kenwood Charlie Shiels Ltd Keter Roc Toolbank Key Point Abrasives Albany Home Décor King Katering Emerald Clover Ltd Kingcan Metal Jerry Cans Irish International Trading

Corporation KIP Tradecraft Building Products KleanX Arc Building Products Kmix Charlie Shiels Ltd Knauf Knauf Ireland Knipex Draper Tools Ltd Dargan Tools Limited Toolbank Komelon Toolbank Kopper Kut Sharp Distributors Konig Dominic Fleming Konig xsparetise Limited Korloy Sharp Distributors Kota Balcas W Howard Kildare

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Kreg Kronotex Krups Kunys / CLC La Cornue LAKEONE Laminator Lamson Langlow Laser Leadax Leatherman Led Lenser

M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Whiteriver Group Charlie Shiels Ltd Toolbank Waterford Stanley Curust Industries Ltd Reisser Ireland Sharp Distributors Arc Building Products E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Irish International Trading Corporation Peterson Distribution Peterson Distribution Toolbank Leica Toolbank Leisuregrow Erin Horticulture Ltd Lennox M. Donnelly & Co Ltd LG Charlie Shiels Ltd Erin Horticulture Ltd Liberon Toolbank Lighthouse Toolbank Lime Wizard Water Filter Earthridge International

Limited Lince Curust Industries Ltd Lloytron Charlie Shiels Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Loctite Dargan Tools Limited Toolbank Henkel Power Providers Ltd Lowe Metal & Machinery Paint Curust Industries Ltd Lowe Rust Primer Curust Industries Ltd Lox Sharp Distributors Loxeal Adhesives Sharp Distributors LT-33 Arc Building Products Luceco Luceco Plc Toolbank Lucky Line JB Key Lumberjack Curust Industries Ltd Lynwood Arc Building Products Lynwood Harris Brushes Curust Industries Ltd MAMMOTH TAPES Manital` Mannok Mark Mark V Marmox Marhalltown

Curust Industries Ltd Lock & Hardware Mannok Mark John Limited Mark John Limited Arc Building Products Dargan Tools Limited Toolbank Master Lock Curust Industries Ltd Toolbank Master Plug Dominic Fleming Electrical Luceco Plc Toolbank Masterlocks Curust Industries Ltd Max6mum Security Curust Industries Ltd Maxell Power Providers Ltd Maxim Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd McCulloch Liffey Distributors Ltd MDF Drillers Sharp Distributors Medite Irish Wire Products Memtech Laydex Building Solutions Menalux Dominic Fleming Electrical Merchant software RNH Marshalltown E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Mercer Leisure Mercer Agencies Ltd Mercury Waterford Stanley Metabo A.E.F. Ltd Toolbank Mewett Dargan Tools Limited Midland Lead Tradecraft Building Products Ltd Miele Dominic Fleming Electrical Mikalor Dargan Tools Limited Mila Locks & Hardware Milwaukee Toolbank Mirkon Prazision Sharp Distributors Moldex Toolbank

BRAND INDEX Monogram Monument

Charlie Shiels Ltd Dargan Tools Limited E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Toolbank Morphy Richard Charlie Sheils Ltd Morris Spray Paints & Accessories Irish International Trading Corporation Moss Boss Dargan Tools Limited Motorola Dominic Fleming Electrical Mouldx Arc Building Products MS-11 Arc Building Products Mucky Boots Arc Building Products Multi-clean7 Contech Multi-Fix T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Munki Notes Power Providers Ltd Muskil John Murphy ( Casterea) Ltd Mutton Cloth Irish Abrasives MX Mark John Limited NATIONAL ABRASIVES Arc Building Products Nela Dargan Tools Limited Neotech Calpeda Pumps Nettuno Sharp Distributors Nespresso Charlie Shiels Ltd Net-Trol Igoe International Ltd Nicoline DS Supplies Nightwatcher Dominic Fleming Electrical Nilfisk Alto Charlie Shiels Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Toolbank Nitro Mors Bostik Industreis Ltd No More Nails Henkel Noma Christmas Erin Horticulture Ltd Noma Garden Art Erin Horticulture Ltd Norbar Sharp Distributors Toolbank Norko Dominic Fleming Electrical Norma Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Dargan Tools Limited Norton Irish Abrasives Notrax Entrance Matting Ds Supplies Numatic Charlie Shiels Ltd OECE Oerlikon One Time Onix Oral B Ornimat Façade Panels Oregon Osram Lighting Otlav Outdoor Edge Owatrol Owatrol Oil Owl

Sherwin-Williams A.E.F. Ltd Sharp Distributors T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd SVK NV Liffey Distributors Ltd Vendex Ltd T/A Powerline Locks & Hardware Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Igoe International Ltd Igoe International Ltd Igoe International Ltd

PALACE Arc Building Products Panasonic Vendek Ltd T/A Powelrine Parexlanko Render Systems Tradecraft Building Products Ltd Pascode John Murphy ( Castlerea Ltd) Ltd Pc Henderson John Murphy ( Casterea) Ltd Permabase Laydex Building Solutions PFT Tradecraft Building Products Philips Charlie Shiels Ltd Dominic Fleming Electrical Philips Batteries Power Providers Ltd Philips Led Power Providers Ltd Philips Lighting Power Providers Ltd Philmac South Coast Sales Phoenix Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Phoenix Putty Curust Industries Ltd Pifco Dominic Fleming Electrical Pink Grip Sika Everbuild Pinty Plus Arc Building Products

Plasti Kote

Bostik Industries Ltd Toolbank Plasplugs John Murphy ( Castlerea Ltd) Ltd Pluvitec Laydex Building Solutions Point of Sale Profile Technology Point of Sale Systems Profile Technology Point of Sales Systems Profile Technology Polycell Dulux Paints Ireland Toolbank Polyclear Igoe International Ltd Polybase Laydex Building Solutions Polyvine Curust Industries Ltd Powerblast Emerald Clover Ltd Powerbohr Reisser Ireland Power Home Products Albany Home Décor Powermaster Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Powerpoint Charlie Shiels Ltd Prem Plus Reisser Prep Excellence Ltd Predator Dargan Tools Limited Prepdeck Igoe International Ltd Principle Tradecraft Building Products Pritt Henkel Power Providers Ltd Prodec E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Profile Technology Profile Technology Proform Laydex Building Solutions Pro-line Arc Building Products Prosolve E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Protecta Igoe International Ltd Providus Dargan Tools Limited Puro Plusa Façade Panels SVK NV Pur7 Contech PX Mark John Limited QUICK COLOUR Quik – Pik

Curust Industries Ltd Sharp Distributors

RADONCARE RADON PRODUCTS Tradecraft Building Products Ltd Rainbow Fresh Emerald Clover Ltd Rapid Toolbank Rangemaster Waterford Stanley Rawlplug Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Rayburn Waterford Stanley RBUK Locks & Hardware Really Good S**t Emerald Clover Ltd Red Devil Sharp Distributors Red Gorilla Toolbank Regutti Locks & Hardware Reisser Reisser Ireland Reisser Cutter M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Ragni Dargan Tools Limited Refina Dargan Tools Limited Rekki Sharp Distributors Remington Charlie Shiels Ltd Rendagrip Sika Everbuild Rentokil Toolbank Rapierstar John Murphy ( Castlerea Ltd) Ltd Retrogrip DS supplies Ridgeway Fleetwood Paints Ltd Ridgid A.E.F Ltd Toolbank Riello Spares Spares Direct Rito Bositk Industries Ltd River Collectin N&C Enterprises Roberts Charlie Shiels Ltd Robust Dargan Tools Limited Roll+Stroll Sika Everbuild Curust Industries Ltd Rollins Dargan Toolbank Ronseal Albany Home Décor Ronseal Ronseal Roof7 Contech Roofix Curust Industries Ltd HARDWARE & HOMESTYLE • DIRECTORY 2022 87

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BRAND INDEX Rosett Ross Rota Rota Cutters Rota Drills Rota HSS Rothley Roughneck RST E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Russell Hobbs Rustins Ryan Wallcoverings R2

John Murphy ( Castlerea Ltd) Ltd Luceco Plc Excellence Ltd Sharp Distributors Sharp Distributors Sharp Distributors Ds Supplies Toolbank Dargan Tools Limited Toolbank Charlie Shiels Ltd Excellence Ltd Albany Home Décor Reisser Ireland

SAHECO Sasta Staedtler Salmon Pumps

Locks & Hardware Basta Parsons Ltd Power Providers Ltd Earthridge International Limited Samsung Charlie Shiels Ltd Santos Curust Industries Ltd Sapphire Sharp Distributors Sayerlack Sherwin-Williams Seasonite Igoe International Ltd Self Set Traps Irish International Trading Corporation Senco John Murphy ( Castlerea Ltd) Ltd Scan Toolbank Seadec Whiteriver Group Searchlight Charlie Shiels Ltd Securefast Locks & Hardware Sellotape Henkel Toolbank Power Providers Ltd Sensotec Charlie Shiels Ltd Sherwin-Williams Sherwin-Williams Shield T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Shine-A-Light Mercer Agencies Ltd Showa E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Shurtape Toolbank SIA Irish Abrasives SIBU Ds Supplies Sigma Arc Building Products John Murphy ( Castlerea Ltd) Ltd Signet À.E.F. Ltd Sikkens Dulux Paints Ireland Toolbank Silverline M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Simpsons Strong Tie John Murphy ( Castlerea Ltd) Ltd Sirap Tradecraft Building Products Skiffy Irish Wire Products Smartbel Dominic Fleming Electrical SNR Timber Murray Timber Group Snickers Workwear Hultafors Group Ireland Solid Gear Footwear Hultafors Group Ireland Solatube Sun Tunnels Tradecraft Building Products Ltd Solvite Henkel Excellence Ltd Toolbank Somta A.E.F. Ltd Sonicare Charlie Shiels Ltd Sony Charlie Shiels Ltd Sottini Ideal Standard Ltd South Brass South Coast Sales Spang Dunne and Dineen Spear & Jackson E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Speedheater Igoe International Ltd Speedstar Reisser Ireland Sphera Modern Plant SPID Curust Industries Ltd Stabila Toolbank Stack on Sharp Distributors Stadium Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Stanley E.A. Martin & Son Ltd 88 HARDWARE & HOMESTYLE • DIRECTORY 2022

Peterson Distribution Waterford Stanley Stanley Adhesives Dargans Star Reisser Starrett A.E.F. Ltd Toolbank Status Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Status Lighting Vendex Ltd T/A Powerline Steelpumps Calpeda Pumps Stefanplast (Plastics) I.S. Varian & Co Stixall Curust Industries Ltd Sika Everbuild Stafford Coal Stafford Fuels Ltd Stafford Eco-Fuel Stafford Fuels Lts Strantrax Bostik Industries Ltd Subteck Calpeda Pumps Super Seal Flexible Bath & Shower Tray Sealer Earthridge International Limited Super Quality 1 Irish Abrasives Super Quality 2 Irish Abrasives Super Quality 3 Irish Abrasives Super Quality Orange Irish Abrasives Super7 Contech Supreme Stationery Power Providers Ltd Swarfega Excellence Ltd Toolbank Syn-Oxide Laydex Building Solutions SX Arc Building Products TACWISE M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Takker Picture Hanging Ds Supplies Tallon Power Providers Ltd Tassimo Charlie Shiels Ltd Tauras T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Tec7 Contech Tec7 Cleaner Contech Tec7 Filler Contech Teng Tools Toolbank Tefal Charlie Shiels Ltd Teranna Laydex Building Solutions Tessi Curust Industries Ltd Texan Tools Sharp Distributors Textrol Igoe International Ltd The River Collection N&C Enterprises Ltd Thermilate Igoe International Ltd Thompson’s Ronseal Thorsmon John Murphy ( Castlerea Ltd) Ltd M. Donnelly & Co Ltd The Deltec Danny E.A. Martin & Son Ltd TIMco T.I. Midwood & Co Tivoli Mark John Limited Toe Guard Footwear Hultafors Group Ireland Tor Curust Industries Ltd Torsion Impact Reisser Ireland Tower Dominic Fleming Electrical Toyota Toyota Material Handling Ireland Toyota Industrial Equipment BT Warehouse Equipment Trade Choice Corry’s Ironmongery Ltd Tradex Albany Home Décor Trans7 Contech Transyl Igoe International Ltd Trax Sharp Distributors Trend Toolbank Tri Circle Dargan Tools Limited Triflow Ronseal Trimax Curust Industries Ltd Triton Earthridge International Limited M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Trojan DS Supplies Trollull Curust Industries Ltd Trollull Steel Wool Irish International Trading Corporation Tropitech Igoe International Ltd Tru-Fix M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Twist & Spray PlatoKote Tuff Cat Dargan Tools Limited Turnstyle Locks & Hardware

ULTRAGRINE Ultratape Ultimate Door Pack Uni Gas Uni Pipe Slip Uni Red Uni White Uni-Fix UniFit Uni flax Unibond

Union Universal Fabrics

Dargan Tools Limited DS Supplies Locks & Hardware Sharp Distributors Sharp Distributors Sharp Distributors Sharp Distributors M. Donnelly & Co Ltd Charlie Shiels Ltd Sharp Distributors Dargan Tools Limited Excellence Ltd Henkel Power Providers Ltd Toolbank Locks & Hardware Toolbank Albany Home Décor

VADO TAPS, SHOWERING & ACCESSORIES Earthridge International Limited Varian I.S. Varian & Co Vaughan Toolbank Vax Charlie Shiels Ltd Velcro Ds Supplies Toolbank Veto T.I. Midwood & Co Ltd Victorinox Peterson Distribution Vigil Anti Slip Sharp Distributors Visqueen Laydex Building Solutions Vitcas Stove Accessories Curust Industries Ltd Vitratape DS Supplies Vitrex E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Toolbank Vitrex Tile Trims Bostick industries Ltd WAGNER Walker

Ds Supplies Toolbank Charlie Shiels Ltd Igoe International Ltd

Wwash & Clean I.S. Varian & Co Waspinator WD 40

Ds Supplies E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Toolbank Weathershield Dulux Paints Ireland Wellhofer Airtight attic Hatches McCann & Byrne Wepos Arc Building Products Wera Toolbank Werko HSS Sharp Distributors Whiteriver Whiteriver Group Whirlpool Charlie Shiels Ltd W Howard Kildare Ltd Wibe Ladders Hultafors Group Ireland Wiss Toolbank Winnerflex Sharp Distributors Witthaut Irish Abrasives Wilco Reisser Ireland Wolfcraft DS Supplies Wonderwal Mercer Agencies Ltd Wonderwipes Sika Everbuild Worldwide E.A. Martin & Son Ltd Work Safe M. Donnelly & Co Ltd X-TACK7 XL Fire Cement

Contech Curust Industries Ltd

YALE

Rawlplug Ireland Ltd Toolbank

ZARGES Zentro

Toolbank Reisser Ireland

Tel: +353 1 276 0800. Email: info@curust.ie www.curust.ie