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KITCHEN SHOWROOM VIDEO UNVEILED

Kitchen specialist Howarth Timber and Building Supplies has unveiled a brand new video which gives customers a sneak preview of what’s on offer at its recently opened kitchen showroom in Barrowford. The video gives people the opportunity to view the wide variety of dream kitchens available at the Gisburn Road showroom, ranging from traditional timber designs to adventurous high-gloss contem...

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HOWARTH AWARDS SALES EXECUTIVES

Howarth Timber and Building Supplies has announced the winners of its Sales Executive of the Year awards, which acknowledge excellence in sales performance across the merchant’s 28 branches. Gary Hudson, of Howarth’s Leeds office, won first prize at the annual event based on his impressive sales performance. Derby-based Howarth employee Adam Fox was runner up for his notable sales ef...

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HOWARTH STAFF APPOINTED AS IOBM GOVERNORS

Two Howarth Timber and Building Supplies employees have been appointed to the Board of Governors at the Institute of Builders Merchants (IOBM) and will work on a voluntary basis to further the aims of the institute. Howarth’s national sales manager Mark Terry and group buyer Duncan Barker have both joined the Board and their roles will involve helping to raise the profile of the institute a...

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HOWARTH TIMBER EMPLOYEES SCALING NEW HEIGHTS

Employees from Howarth Timber, the UK’s largest independently owned timber merchant, have recently completed the 24-mile Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge, raising over £2000 for its partner charity Caudwell Children. Group finance director Jason Sinclair and David Parton from the Oldham branch were joined by Adam Leverton of Leeds Plywood and Doors, as well as other keen runners to rai...

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HOWARTH GREENHOUSE TEAM EXPANDS

Independently-owned timber merchant Howarth Timber and Building Supplies has welcomed Jack Lomas to its Rochdale-based GreenHouse as it continues to expand its centre for sustainability. Jack will work in internal sustainability sales at the GreenHouse, to further aid the growth of the centre, which combines the latest environmentally focused products with specialist proven training solutions. W...

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HOWARTH INVESTS IN BARROWFORD SHOWROOM

Kitchen specialist Howarth Timber and Building Supplies has continued to invest in its Howarth at Home brand following the opening of a new showroom in Barrowford. The showroom, which is located on Gisburn Road in the town, is designed to give consumers the opportunity to get hands on with a wide variety of kitchens, ranging from traditional timber designs to adventurous high-gloss contemporary l...

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BOOST FOR HOWARTH’S CONTRACT SALES

Construction materials specialist Howarth Timber and Building Supplies has welcomed Matt Lowes to the team to drive its new contract sales function, as the firm continues to develop services for its ever-growing customer base. Matt, who brings with him 15 years’ experience in the builders merchants industry, will work across Howarth’s 28 branches as a point of contact for bulk sales e...

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NEW SALES EXECUTIVE JOINS HOWARTH TEAM

The UK’s largest independently owned timber merchant Howarth Timber and Building Supplies has appointed Scott Pridgeon as a sales executive to help the firm continue its growth in the Yorkshire and Lincolnshire areas. Scott brings a wealth of experience with him to Howarth, having worked in merchant sales for nearly 12 years. He aims to increase the company’s profile, to develop the c...

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BOOST FOR HOWARTH’S KITCHEN DESIGN TEAM

Kitchen specialist Howarth Timber and Building Supplies continues to develop its offerings in the marketplace, having employed Simon Dewdney as a kitchen design consultant at its Wakefield branch. Simon will drive sales at the West Yorkshire outlet and consult with both retail and trade customers, helping to design and plan their dream kitchens. He will also assist with the supply of kitchens, de...

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HOWARTH'S OAK RANGE AN INSPIRATION

Howarth Timber and Building Supplies has launched its brand new Inspirational Oak Collection to celebrate the natural beauty and quality of the nation’s favourite timber species. The collection, which highlights the inherent qualities of oak, including its appearance, longevity, durability and stability, includes a number of specially selected Howarth Timber products. Prepared timber, deco...

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