Trading Companies
- One of the most famous names in the industry and specialist suppliers of domestic lightside products, including central heating equipment, plumbing, drainage, bathrooms and showers. Plumb Center has over 550 branches throughout the UK, ensuring local access and quick, accurate deliveries.
- A specialist supplier of drainage products into building, civils and utility sectors including: above ground drainage systems in plastic, aluminium and cast iron; below ground drainage systems; and polyethylene for both water and gas distribution. There are over 120 Drain Center branches throughout the UK.
- A national branch network provides modern tools and equipment to construction, industry and commerce from over 120 locations. Hire Center facilities are strategically placed within or close to other Wolseley UK branches, allowing hiring of equipment and collection of materials in one place - using one account.
- With over 250 outlets throughout the UK, Build Center is a national supplier of a wide range of building materials, including bricks and blocks, landscaping products, timber and sheet materials, doors, windows and kitchens. Specialist branches within the network have more extensive ranges of ironmongery, glass, timber and insulation.
- A specialist supplier of commercial and industrial heating and pipe systems, with one of the widest ranges available of pipes, fittings and valves in carbon steel, pressure plastics, copper and stainless steel. With over 100 outlets throughout the UK, Pipe Center has a number of these branches in key locations focused on a particular specialism: Stainless Steel; Plastics; and Valves.
- The UK’s largest distributor of refrigeration and air conditioning products, supplying an extensive range of equipment, components, spares, accessories and tools to professional contractors via a nationwide network of branches. Climate Center has a hard won reputation for expertise and service, providing professionals with access to many leading brands.
- Operating through more than 200 branches in the UK, Parts Center is a specialist supplier of spare parts and controls for all forms of gas, oil and solid fuel appliances. Parts Center offers a comprehensive range of products and services to the commercial heating and catering contractor, as well as offering an extensive range of white goods appliances and a floor care range.
- Trading from 44 branches and employing around 600 staff, William Wilson enjoys a strong and growing presence in Scotland and the North of England. Principally supplying plumbing, heating and electrical products to the small repair, maintenance and improvement trade customer, the company gives Wolseley a unique opportunity to build a UK wide electrical distribution business.
- Ranked No.2 in the UK insulation market, Encon is a leading and specialist distributor of insulation materials and related building products, supplying over 14,000 product lines from 22 branches nationwide. Employing around 550 people, this is an increasingly successful business, with significant projected sales growth, that will underline Wolseley UK’s increasing strength in this key sector.
- Founded in 1963 and a cornerstone of the British building industry, Unifix is a name synonymous with quality, service and expertise. A leading supplier of fixings and fasteners, as well as power tools and accessories to the professional market, the company has bases in the UK and Belgium, dealing with more than 22,000 customers worldwide.
- Launched less than 20 years ago, bathstore.com is a brand of choice and a pioneer in the bathroom market, working with suppliers around the world to deliver leading edge designs at an affordable price. Operating from 80 locations across the UK, it is a fast developing business, whose products range from single accessories to complete suites.
- Two well established distributors, now operating under one umbrella, supplying an extensive range of kitchen appliances, sanitary ware, tiles, heating and plumbing products, as well as sinks, worktops and complete kitchens to this specialist market. Their combined expertise offers significant opportunities to build and strengthen the business.
- (Ireland) - Founded in 1978, the business operates as 4 distinct divisions from over 50 locations. Heat Merchants, supplies heating and plumbing products to the trade; Parts Center offers replacement parts and controls to the services industry; Tub & Tiles retails premium tiles, sanitary ware, showers and bathroom furniture; whilst Allwood Flooring specialises in quality wood products.
- (Ireland) - With a network of 18 branches, Brooks is a leading importer, distributor and builders merchant. Each branch offers a comprehensive timber range and stocks a variety of sawn, machined and moulded products for every type of customer, from DIY enthusiasts to major building contractors. Other specialisms include, hard and soft wood flooring, as well as high quality building materials.