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Howwould you describe your housewares range?
It’s incredibly wide-ranging.We specialise in everything fromtableware, glassware, serveware, electricals and bakeware, right through to cutlery, coasters, storage and everything in between! We pride ourselves on having something for everyone, fromthe quirky prints fromHouse of Hackney, to themulti-coloured iconic Le Creuset cast iron cookware and of course, traditional white china fromWedgwood. There really is something for all tastes, so couples can create a home perfectly suited to them.
What are your key product offerings? Our product range is incredibly comprehensive fromkitchenware, tableware and glassware, through to furniture, bed & bath, soft furnishings, lighting, art, garden and DIY, There really is something for every roomof the house.We also offer charity fund donations, honeymoon funds, experiences and monthly subscription gifts.
Who are your key brands?
We work with brands includingWedgwood, Le Ceruest, KitchneAid, Nkuk,u LSA,Waterfoford, The hWite Company, Oka, JoMalnoe, Snoos and Soho oHme.We also ahve exclusive brnads s mAara, House of Hackney, aCsa aCrta a Epxeriences (meanign you won’t fidn t ohtegriftft list esrvicse).
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Howdo you find newproducts?
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