24th August 2017

Britain’s small builders enjoy growth spurt

Lasting, for more than four years, Britain’s small builders have been enjoying a growth spurt

17th February 2015

British Hardware Federation Supplier of the year 2015: Stax

Members were unanimous in voting Stax Trade Centres a worthy winner. Although only joining bira dire

5th May 2023

Brits make pets top priority in home design choices

As we continue to adapt to new ways of living, our homes and DIY choices are also evolving...Accord

10th October 2018

Bryan's Rainy Day Ramble

I am walking 175 miles in 7 days for;Rainy Day Trust;because I want to help those less for

27th March 2020

Burg-Wächter offers community security kits through Secure Communities Scheme

Burg-Wächter has today announced it is amending its unique outreach scheme that offers support

17th October 2017

Business Rates Could Rise to £280 Million

It’s possible that UK retailers could get hit where it really hurts;next year, in the wa

12th March 2014

Busy Totally show for Stax

The newly repackaged SupaFix range of fixings and fittings was one of the most popular topics on the

12th January 2022

Buy now, pay later: is it worth it?

‘Buy now, pay later’ (BNPL) is becoming more and more popular by the day. In fact, one i

4th July 2019

Can vehicle signage help your business?

With tradespeople across the country always on the lookout for inventive yet effective ways to mark

17th November 2015

Carrier Bag Charges

From October 5th 2015, all large retailers in England will be required by law to charge for the use

14th August 2024

Celebrating National Dog Day

As National Dog Day approaches, there’s no better time to celebrate our loyal, furry friends w

1st March 2023

Celebrating national garden month

This April, it’s National Garden Month, and as one of the UK’s leading garden wholesaler

17th May 2015

Changes to Visa Debit Card Transaction Fees

Global Payments processor Visa is going to change the way it charges for debit card transactions. Th

11th January 2017

Changing of the guard at Stax Birmingham

This follows closely with the news that our current Branch Manager, David Scully will be retiring ne

27th June 2017

Charity karting event races past the £2,500 mark for Rainy Day Trust

The annual charity karting event hosted by Stax Trade Centres raised over £2,500 for home imp

18th June 2018

Charity karting event revs past the £3,000 mark!

The annual charity karting event held by Stax Trade Centres was held on Sunday (10th June), and onc

27th February 2019

Cheques clearing in 24 hours

Cheques are now able to be cleared much faster, providing that sufficient funds are available. If y

19th November 2022

CHRISTMAS DECORATION TRENDS GUIDE 2022

; Every year, Christmas decorations evolve with the times, allowing households to showcase thei

8th November 2013

Christmas sales begin well for Garden Centres

There was a 12.26% rise in sales of Christmas products compared to September 2012, according to the

14th December 2016

Christmas shopping predicted to be biggest ever

New research from Mintel has shown that retail sales are predicted to rise by 2.5 per cent this year

4th January 2013

Christmas trading held up but not exceptional

Christmas trading was not exceptional according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC) with Director

28th August 2018

Christmas Trends 2018

For many Christmas is a time for tradition, however, every year we see new trends and features snea

1st March 2015

Cleaning Essentials latest in the line of popular category promotions.

Following on from previous sector specific promotions, which launched in January on Gardening and DI

30th June 2021

Concern over sales of stolen tools

New research carried out by insurance giants Direct Line has found that three in five (60 per cent)