After a day which saw buyers from independent retailers from across the country converge on the 100,000 square foot Stax Manchester branch the doors have closed on what has been an action packed first day at the Big Brands Show 2013.

With an opening day that saw record visitor numbers, customers are advised to arrive early for day 2 to ensure they make the most of their visit and get long enough to talk over exiting product launches with those in the know!

The Big Brands Show is rapidly gaining a reputation as one of the UK’s most valued trade shows, providing the perfect platform for the industry’s buyers and sellers to meet, share product ideas, industry innovations and future plans to drive the industry forward.

With hundreds of exiting and unique products on show from many of the UK’s top DIY, garden and homeware brands, Wednesday is customer's final chance of the year to take advantage of all the show has to offer from the fantastic selection of market-leading international brands.

Click below to view highlights from day one of the show.