Howdens Joinery Co

Howdens was established in 1995 with the goal of providing trade customers with kitchens, joinery, and hardware products. Today, the company has grown to include over 800 local depots across the United Kingdom, France, and Belgium. At Howdens, we are committed to making our business worthwhile for all concerned, including homeowners, local communities, national charities, suppliers, investors, and our employees. We pride ourselves on our excellent service to our customers and are honoured to have received accolades such as being named one of the Top 25 Best Big Companies to work for by the Sunday Times in 2020 and being granted a Royal Warrant by Appointment to Her Majesty the Queen since 2015.

UK No. 1 Trade Kitchen Supplier

At Howdens, we are proud to be the UK's Number 1 Trade Kitchen Supplier. We have built strong relationships with our customers and are committed to providing them with the best service possible. Our local depots work closely with trade professionals, helping them exceed their clients' expectations and grow their businesses. We only sell to trade and our local depots are key to building trusted partnerships with trade professionals. We have come a long way since our humble beginnings in 1995 and are proud to offer a wide range of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware.

Product Design and Innovation

Product design and innovation are at the core of our business. We are constantly investing in new product development and work hard to ensure that we offer our customers market-leading products at the best possible price. Our kitchens are manufactured in the UK from sustainable FSC and PEFC certified materials and come with a 25-year guarantee. In 2020, we introduced 18 new kitchen ranges, providing our customers with over 100 designs to choose from. We are also proud to offer our exclusive range of Lamona appliances, the UK's largest-selling integrated appliance brand by volume. All Lamona appliances come with a 3-year guarantee.

Sustainability and Charities

At Howdens, we are committed to protecting the environment and are proud to say that 100 per cent of our chipboard and MDF materials are from certified sources. We also believe in giving back to the communities in which we operate. Every year, our staff go above and beyond to support local causes, clubs, and charities.

Apprenticeships

At Howdens, we are committed to helping young people get ahead in their careers. In 2020, we had over 450 apprentices as part of our apprenticeship programme, which covers many areas of the business. We believe that by investing in young people, we are investing in the future of our business and the communities in which we operate.