industry news
Sliders UK announces
unique patio
door guarantee
Specialist Patio door manufacturer the glass). Sliders UK will pay £500
Sliders UK is now giving an unmatched compensation to the homeowner and
10-year security guarantee on its range also arrange for the patio door to be
of in-line PVC-U patio doors, as a mark repaired or replaced as necessary. Ian
of confidence in the build quality of its Longbottom, Joint MD at Sliders UK
products. The security guarantee covers explains: “We’re proud of our reputation
the homeowner if someone breaks in as a security conscious manufacturer,
through the ‘Ultimate’ patio door (apart and put homeowners’ safety as our num-
from entry gained by breaking through ber one priority. As a responsible
business, we are constantly looking at track record, the already highly specified
ways to help the homeowner in any way Secured By Design patio door has over
we can, and we believe this guarantee 18 months’ reliable service, a testament
once again sets the standard for the in- to the quality of its components. Mike
dustry.” Sliders UK leads the PVC-U Spain, Joint MD added: “By providing
patio door market, manufacturing the this unique 10-year security guarantee
UK’s first ‘Secured By Design’ patio we are backing the outstanding protec-
door since July 2008. Its class-leading tion standards of our patio doors,
system, the Ultimate patio door, is the giving the homeowner added value and
first in-line PVC-U patio door to have peace of mind as well. “Not only that,
been awarded Secured by Design status but house builders, retailers and in-
and the BBA’s Enhanced Security certifi- stallers now have an exceptional sales
cation, making it the most secure patio advantage by giving the potential
door on the market. Few companies can buyer this unbeatable guarantee.”
boast Sliders UK’s pedigree and reputa- For more information
tion in the UK with over 600 customers call 01772 698222,
nationwide and by far the largest market email sales@sliders-uk.com
share of any patio door manufacturer. or visit www.sliders-uk.com.
With their innovation and established
Dulux decorator
centres sets the trends
Dulux Decorator Centres has re- signs and give advice, in addition to Decorator Centres around the UK
vamped its wallpaper collection to hanging it. Wallpaper has always been and has something to suit all tastes,
help painters & decorators become part of our offering, however the col- interiors and budgets. The wallpaper
more confident in advising their own lection needed to be refreshed to collection has been split into three
customers about the latest wallcover- ensure it was in keeping with current styles including Classic/Modern,
ing trends.Daniel Paslowski, seasonal trends. We also wanted to Contemporary and Traditional. In ad-
marketing manager at Dulux make sure that our team were able to dition, there is also a smaller range of
Decorator Centres, commented: support our customers, looking to us wallpaper designs for bathrooms &
“Wallpapering can be quite a complex for help in making recommendations kitchens and children’s rooms.
job, and often painters & decorators to their own clients. The new seasonal For more information visit
can be called upon to help suggest de- range is available in most Dulux www.duluxdecoratorcentre.co.uk.
New National Secretary for PEFC UK
The Programme for the Endorsement worked for The Furniture Industry Council (Programme for the
of Forest Certification (PEFC) has an- Research Association (FIRA) as Health, Endorsement of Forest Certification
nounced that Alun Watkins has been Safety & Environmental consultant schemes) is an independent, non-profit,
appointed as the new National Secretary where he provided services including of- non-governmental organisation, founded
for PEFC UK. Alun Watkins will take up fering advice and guidance to the in 1999 which promotes sustainably man-
his post in January 2010. He will take over furniture industry on all aspects of envi- aged forests through independent third
the reins at PEFC from William Walker ronmental compliance including chain of party certification. The PEFC provides
who announced his intention to retire custody, as well as managing the industry an assurance mechanism to purchasers
earlier this year. Alun Watkins has been specific initiative - Club Green. He was al- of wood and paper products.
working in the timber and furniture in- so instrumental in the development and
dustries for the past 25 years, the last 15 promotion of the Furniture Industry For more information
of which has seen him strengthen his in- Sustainability Programme (FISP) and call 01829 770438 or
volvement with environmental issues. chaired the Furniture Industry email www.pefc.co.uk.
Before joining PEFC UK, Alun Watkins Environment Committee.The PEFC
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