13th September 2023

Homeowners renovate for the long run, study finds

Homeowners are renovating their homes for the long run, according to the annual UK Houzz & Home

31st August 2023

Top Christmas decoration trends for 2023

Whilst many people are enjoying the last glimmers of summer, retailers are busy preparing for Christ

9th August 2023

Garden brand feature: LAVA-LITE

LAVA-LITE garden products are erupting in popularity…LAVA-LITE's natural garden products are

9th August 2023

Top five home jobs to complete during autumn

As we creep closer towards winter once more, colder days and darker nights are right around the corn

9th August 2023

Cost of living and social media ensure DIY boom continues

A fluctuating housing market and the rising cost of living are feeding into the ‘improve, don&

18th July 2023

Discover our Autumn Essentials Collection

Just like that, autumn is around the corner again.When colder weather begins, it's easy to neglect o

21st June 2023

Alfresco dining essentials for wholesalers

Dining in the garden is one of the highlights of summer.Whether you love throwing large barbecue par

14th June 2023

Wholesale camping equipment to stock up on this summer

From festivals to family holidays, we’re a nation of camping lovers. In fact, 42.2% of people

8th June 2023

Stax quick guide to growing roses

; To celebrate National Red Rose Day, we've asked our experts to share their top tips on growin

1st June 2023

Stax best wholesale BBQ buys

Barbecuing is becoming more and more popular in the UK, with three out of four households now owning

19th May 2023

Garden design trends for summer 2023

Garden design trends for summer 2023What are the biggest garden trends consumers are seeking this ye

18th May 2023

Top tips for an environmentally friendly garden

Gardens provide masses of space for local wildlife. In fact, if you combine all gardens in the UK, t

16th May 2023

Tradespeople upskilling to provide better tech for clients

New research from Direct Line business insurance has found that 74% of tradespeople have upskilled t

10th May 2023

Tips to keep your home cool this summer

British winters are notoriously cold, that’s why generations of homes were designed to retain

9th May 2023

Plumbers set to be most in demand trade in 2023

Plumbers and heating engineers are expected to be the most in demand trade in 2023, new data conduct

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

25th April 2023

Top 5 home colour trends for 2023

It's the time of year when everyone is thinking about new beginnings, so for those longing to refres

13th April 2023

Guide to feeding garden birds and hedgehogs

When it comes to the summer months, we all love spending time outdoors.It isn’t just our frien

5th April 2023

Wholesalers come into their own as the cost of distribution continues to rise

Stax Trade Centres have been supporting independent garden centres for over 40 years, and never has

6th March 2023

How the trade industry workforce is diversifying

As we move into an increasingly digital world, trade careers are becoming less popular with young pe

6th March 2023

The simple guide to patio and paving cleaning

Now spring has arrived and summer months approach, gardeners across the UK are beginning to tackle t

1st March 2023

Celebrating national garden month

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

1st March 2023

The Big Spring Trade Event 2023

We’re excited to introduce the first ever Stax Big Spring Trade Event, taking place from 27th

1st March 2023

STV Launch 'The Big Cheese Poison Free' Range

We all want to keep rats and mice out of our homes and gardens, but many people worry about using tr