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31st August 2023
Top Christmas decoration trends for 2023
Whilst many people are enjoying the last glimmers of summer, retailers are busy preparing for Christ
Read More9th August 2023
Garden brand feature: LAVA-LITE
LAVA-LITE garden products are erupting in popularity…LAVA-LITE's natural garden products are
Read More9th August 2023
Top five home jobs to complete during autumn
As we creep closer towards winter once more, colder days and darker nights are right around the corn
Read More9th August 2023
Cost of living and social media ensure DIY boom continues
A fluctuating housing market and the rising cost of living are feeding into the ‘improve, don&
Read More18th July 2023
Discover our Autumn Essentials Collection
Just like that, autumn is around the corner again.When colder weather begins, it's easy to neglect o
Read More21st June 2023
Alfresco dining essentials for wholesalers
Dining in the garden is one of the highlights of summer.Whether you love throwing large barbecue par
Read More14th June 2023
Wholesale camping equipment to stock up on this summer
From festivals to family holidays, we’re a nation of camping lovers. In fact, 42.2% of people
Read More8th June 2023
Stax quick guide to growing roses
; To celebrate National Red Rose Day, we've asked our experts to share their top tips on growin
Read More1st June 2023
Stax best wholesale BBQ buys
Barbecuing is becoming more and more popular in the UK, with three out of four households now owning
Read More19th May 2023
Garden design trends for summer 2023
Garden design trends for summer 2023What are the biggest garden trends consumers are seeking this ye
Read More18th May 2023
Top tips for an environmentally friendly garden
Gardens provide masses of space for local wildlife. In fact, if you combine all gardens in the UK, t
Read More16th May 2023
Tradespeople upskilling to provide better tech for clients
New research from Direct Line business insurance has found that 74% of tradespeople have upskilled t
Read More10th May 2023
Tips to keep your home cool this summer
British winters are notoriously cold, that’s why generations of homes were designed to retain
Read More9th May 2023
Plumbers set to be most in demand trade in 2023
Plumbers and heating engineers are expected to be the most in demand trade in 2023, new data conduct
Read More5th May 2023
Brits make pets top priority in home design choices
As we continue to adapt to new ways of living, our homes and DIY choices are also evolving...Accord
Read More25th April 2023
Top 5 home colour trends for 2023
It's the time of year when everyone is thinking about new beginnings, so for those longing to refres
Read More13th April 2023
Guide to feeding garden birds and hedgehogs
When it comes to the summer months, we all love spending time outdoors.It isn’t just our frien
Read More5th April 2023
Wholesalers come into their own as the cost of distribution continues to rise
Stax Trade Centres have been supporting independent garden centres for over 40 years, and never has
Read More6th March 2023
How the trade industry workforce is diversifying
As we move into an increasingly digital world, trade careers are becoming less popular with young pe
Read More6th March 2023
The simple guide to patio and paving cleaning
Now spring has arrived and summer months approach, gardeners across the UK are beginning to tackle t
Read More1st March 2023
Celebrating national garden month
This April, it’s National Garden Month, and as one of the UK’s leading garden wholesaler
Read More1st March 2023
The Big Spring Trade Event 2023
We’re excited to introduce the first ever Stax Big Spring Trade Event, taking place from 27th
Read More1st March 2023
STV Launch 'The Big Cheese Poison Free' Range
We all want to keep rats and mice out of our homes and gardens, but many people worry about using tr
Read More23rd February 2023
Introducing our latest brands: ESL Ceramics, Royd & Keter
To ensure we provide the best service possible; we’re always expanding our product range to he
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