All Home & DIY articles – Page 120
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NewsTed Baker debuts & Moore fascia in London’s Shoreditch
Ted Baker will unveil its new format store on Friday as part of an effort to tap into the tastes of trendy shoppers in East London.
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NewsEtailer Loaf poised to launch first store by October
Furniture etailer Loaf is to press the button on a launch into bricks-and-mortar with its first store planned in south London this autumn.
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GalleryStore gallery: Tapi's Tooting debut is a carpet store with a difference
Tapi is the first in a chain of stores aimed at offering something new for the mid-market. John Ryan visits and talks to boss Martin Harris.
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NewsInfographic: Sunny weather hits bank holiday footfall at John Lewis
John Lewis sales dipped over the bank holiday as consumers basked in the sun, but Waitrose benefited from perfect picnic weather.
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AnalysisKingfisher's sales and profits edge up: What the analysts say
Kingfisher’s profits edged up in its first quarter despite the retailer being hit by currency fluctuations. Here is what the analysts say.
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NewsScrewfix boosts Kingfisher but profits dampened by currency woes
Kingfisher’s boss said it has made a “solid” start to the year helped by a 15.4% jump in like-for-likes at its Screwfix business.
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NewsRetailers urged to champion the sector as 'fabulous' career path
Retailers have been urged to “do a better job” of championing the industry as a sector where workers can develop skills and build a career.
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VideoWatch: Martin Harris discusses his new flooring store Tapi
Tapi founder Martin Harris sits down with Retail Week to discuss the new business, his father’s reaction and what makes the brand stand out.
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NewsIn pictures: Son of Carpetright founder unveils new flooring retailer
A flooring retailer led by former Carpetright director Martin Harris and backed by investors including Lord Kirkham has launched nationally.
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NewsTiger continues rapid expansion as parent Zebra's profits soar
Zebra, the owner of value retailer Tiger, recorded a 68% jump in pre-tax profits to 196m krone (£18.6m), driven by rapid expansion.
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NewsRetail sales volumes surge in May as growth expectations hit 27-year high
British retail sales are “bounding ahead” as expectations for sales next month hit their highest level for 27 years, according to the CBI.
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NewsRetail Diary: Homebase finds a fan while Iceland calls a doctor
Homebase gets Monty Don’s approval at the Chelsea Flower Show, Budgens is named top of the top-ups and drunk phone users become ‘appy shoppers.
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AnalysisWatch: Homebase's award-winning garden at the Chelsea Flower Show 2015
Garden designer Adam Frost speaks to Retail Week about using Homebase plants in the garden, and the joint garden academy scheme.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What does the UK's drop into deflation mean for retailers?
Britain has fallen into deflation for the first time in more than half a century, driven by falling fuel costs and the grocery price war.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis sales rise after 'healthy' performance
Sales at John Lewis edged up last week driven by “healthy” performance in its ecommerce operation and homewares division.
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GalleryStore gallery: Sofa Workshop unveils compact test store in Westfield
Sofa retailer Sofa Workshop has seen tough times, but now it’s sitting pretty. John Ryan talks to managing director Ian McGuffog about its latest format.
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InterviewInterview: Laura Ashley's Kaloyirou discusses the retailer's flower power
Retail Week speaks to Laura Ashley joint chief operating officer Nick Kaloyirou about the retailer’s journey and how it plans to continue growth.
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NewsTopps Tiles trade sales overtake consumer business as DIY loses popularity
Topps Tiles now makes more than half of its turnover from trade customers as the British public increasingly turns its back on DIY.
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NewsTopps Tiles half-year profits up 13.8% after stores rebrand
Topps Tiles has continued its strong UK growth, with half-year pre-tax profits up 13.8% to £9.1m after upgrading and rebranding stores.
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NewsFormer B&Q boss Kevin O'Byrne proud to leave DIY retailer "in good shape"
Kevin O’Byrne has said he is proud of his achievements at the DIY giant and is considering his next moves after leaving last week.