DIY Week.net - All the Latest StoriesThe latest articles from DIY Week.net - the number one news source for DIY professionals.Cook's Companion on course to be a sell out- September 15, 2008 More retailers have already signed up for more copies of the Cook's Companion than in any previous year, says CHA chairman Caroline Gordon.http://www.diyweek.net/news/news.asp?id=11549&title=Cook%27s+Companion+on+course+to+be... GCA names Scotlands Best Garden Centre- September 15, 2008 Caulders Garden Centre in Kirkintilloch has been named as the Garden Centre Associations Best Garden Centre in Scotland for 2008.http://www.diyweek.net/news/news.asp?id=11550&title=GCA+names+Scotlands+Best+Garden+Ce... OXO launches colourful new gardening range at GLEE- September 15, 2008 Champion of universal design, OXO is branching into the garden market with an exciting range of gardening equipment including funky colourful watering cans and must-have stylish gardening tools which are being showcased at GLEE 21-23 September, NEC Birmingham.http://www.diyweek.net/news/news.asp?id=11548&title=OXO+launches+colourful+new+gardeni... Longmead's failure to plug losses sees administrators called in- September 12, 2008 Bathroom accessories supplier appoints Pricewaterhouse Coopers to sell group as a going concern.http://www.diyweek.net/news/news.asp?id=11547&title=Longmead%27s+failure+to+plug+losse... Extensions boost for DIY retailers- September 12, 2008 Revised planning permission requirements could create buzz of activity around home improvements as property owners opt to create more space in their existing homes.http://www.diyweek.net/news/news.asp?id=11546&title=Extensions+boost+for+DIY+retailers Smart new solar ideas for Glee 2008- September 12, 2008 Smart Solar, the solar garden product specialist, is launching a number of new products into its collection of lighting and water features at Glee.http://www.diyweek.net/news/news.asp?id=11545&title=Smart+new+solar+ideas+for+Glee+200... Housing slump prompts rise in visits to online DIY stores- September 12, 2008 Hitwise analysis shows DIY and furniture retailers overtaking estate agents as property downturn hits home.http://www.diyweek.net/news/news.asp?id=11544&title=Housing+slump+prompts+rise+in+visi... Exhibitors praise quality of visitors to spoga+gafa 2008- September 11, 2008 The cathedral city of Cologne, which plays host to the international garden show, once again received praise from exhibitors at spoga+gafa 2008.http://www.diyweek.net/news/news.asp?id=11543&title=Exhibitors+praise+quality+of+visit... In the spotlight: Glee event director Daniel Thurlow- September 11, 2008 Stepping into the industry just a year ago, Glee event director Daniel Thurlow, has been impressed with the ability of retailers to adapt and stay strong despite the credit crunch and is looking forward to another successful show later this month.http://www.diyweek.net/news/news.asp?id=11542&title=In+the+spotlight%3A+Glee+event+dir... Still the industry favourite- September 11, 2008 With this year's show only a week or so away and a host of products ready and waiting to make their debut, DIY Week speaks to retailers and exhibitors to find out what they expect from the biggest event on the DIY and garden calendar.http://www.diyweek.net/news/news.asp?id=11541&title=Still+the+industry+favourite |