HOUSEWARES AWARDS 2024 Wholesaler of the Year WINNER: Stax
Stax has been supplying customers for over 35 years. It said it has managed to maintain its success because it carries the biggest range, from the best brands and at the lowest prices. It supplies over 50,000 businesses across the UK and it stocks more than 45,000 product lines from over 1,000 brands. Its range includes outdoor and gardening, tools and hardware, building and joinery, DIY, electrical and lighting, plumbing and heating, kitchens and bathrooms, decorating and homewares. Our judges recognised Stax’s extensive offering and its commitment to serving its customers were the reasons as to why it took home the plaudits and won our Wholesaler of the Year award.
HIGHLY COMMENDED: Home Hardware
Home Hardware stores are renowned for providing exceptional service. As each store is often family owned and managed, personal attention and first-class customer service comes as standard. With many years of experience, its expert product knowledge ensures customers will find the right product for the job. Our judges recognised this expert product knowledge and the personal touch which comes from its members of staff.
Online Retailer of the Year WINNER: Harts of Stur
The Harts of Stur website won the plaudits with its contemporary and sleek design, which aligns with the company’s branding.
One of our judges said it is a “visually enticing appearance” with clear and consistent page layouts. The retailer said it incorporates a personalised product recommendations, strategically placed
throughout its site, which ensures a highly targeted and relevant shopping experience. It also leverages email automations to re-engage with users, whether they have visited, abandoned a checkout, or subscribed to its mailing list without making a purchase. Harts of Stur’s Trustpilot profile, boasting over 12,000 reviews and a rating of 4.9 out of five, establishes it as a top-ranking player in the market.
HIGHLY COMMENDED: Borough Kitchen
Borough Kitchens said that shopping on its website is an extension of shopping in its stores, where customers feel like they are welcome and well-informed. Our judges praised the retailer for providing a detailed description of each product, as well as its “Why We Love it” additions, which shows its decision behind introducing a piece into our range. The retail said :”Commenters regularly praise our website for being well-designed and
easy to navigate; terms like ‘online dream’ and ‘second to none’ have made us proud of the work we do.”
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