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We have justmappointed a new Area Sales Manager for the South West region. Industry stalwart Jason Scrivens joined us last month and brings over two decades of fenestration experience to the role. Based in our Bristol office, Jason will support the fabricator’s customer base across the West Country and into Wales. With a background that spans uPVC fabrication and profile systems to other ancillary products, Jason is ready and raring to go. He says: “I am delighted to be joining Glazerite, and I look forward to connecting with our customers across the South West. It is a fantastic company to be a part of. I welcome the chance to grow with Glazerite by working closely with our installer partners to meet their own growth ambitions.” Jason’s appointment follows a major expansion in our UK footprint and its portfolio. Over the last 12 months, we have opened a new site in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, and added the Deceuninck profile system to its existing VEKA and Residence Collection offering. In August, we announced we were shoring up our sales team with the addition of Jordan Davidson to further support installers based in Scotland. Jeff Dunn, Group Sales & Commercial Director, Glazerite, says: “Jason has joined Glazerite at a pivotal time. He has years of experience in the industry and his knowledge will make a real difference for our installers. We are delighted to welcome him on board.”

As interior design shades go, most of us were probably pleased to see the back of avocado, leaving it well behind in the last century. Yet, according to a recent report from DIY retailer Wickes, the muted green shade - along with peach and coral pink - is back in vogue across bathrooms, fuelled by Gen Z and Millennials.   With homeownership amongst Millennials now at its highest level in over a decade, it remains to be seen if this passion for retro colour transfers to home exteriors. When it comes to boosting kerb appeal however, UK homeowners are certainly getting bolder with their choices. uPVC too has come a long way since the 'White Gold' era. Though sales of the most traditional white might be slowly declining, the hue remains popular for its simplicity. Meanwhile, uPVC us still favoured for its cost effectiveness, durability, energy efficiency, and low maintenance nature - characteristics that are continuously being improved. Along with technological developments in the manufacture of uPVC, today's windows and doors are also available in hundreds of colour ways. Whatever the homeowner's requirement or the style or age of their house, there are endless shades to choose from, with consumer demand for colour showing no signs of slowing down. Statistics from leading foil supplier, Renolit, reveal that when it comes to colour, Anthracite Grey remains the biggest seller, ahead of Beck Brown and Rosewood, with solid colours also making up more than three-quarters of sales over woodgrain. When it comes to different shades of grey, Slate, Agate and Pebble Grey are also increasingly appealing for homeowners. Indeed, one of our customers, Northumberland Glass, has seen a recent uptick in shades of grey other than Anthracite. Abigail Adams, Owner and Director of Northumberland Glass, says: "We are just about to install a number of Silver Grey VEKA casement windows on a property near to our base in Berwick-upon-Tweed. The customer has chosen to replace the existing timber windows with uPVC to reduce the time required to maintain them while remaining sympathetic to the original painted grey windows. We are seeing more and more customers choosing to move away from the traditional White once they realise how much choice there is out there now. Alongside growing interest in various grey shades, we've also seen a rise in Golden Oak windows and doors, including patios." When it comes to making the right choice to suit the customer's home, Abigail and her team will talk through the range of VEKA, Deceuninck and Residence Collection frames on offer. At the heart of every Northumberland Glass sale is a desire to ensure the customer makes the right choice to suit their home, whether it's a new build or period property. To achieve this, Abigail will visit prospective customers several times to build a relationship and to get to drops with their needs and their taste, even taking them to visit previous Northumberland Glass installs so they can see what their choice of windows and doors will look like in use. Abigail adds: "When it comes to colour and style, it's paramount that the customer makes the right choice and selects the best shade and frame that will work practically and aesthetically for their home." To deliver the very best install, and to be in a position to offer customers a choice of colours and frames, Abigail values the support of our team and our comprehensive portfolio. Alongside this choice, what matters most for Abigail is the trust she has built up with us, which is underpinned by regular communication and responsiveness, technical support and reliable, on-time deliveries. Our range of windows and doors from the likes of Deceuninck, VEKA, Halo, Residence, DoorCo and Solidor straddles both contemporary and traditional styles. With new colours being added across the ranges, and the option for customers to choose a different shade internally to fit with their interior decor, the choice for homeowners these days is vast and ever-growing. Whether it is neutral grey tones, dark and dramatic hues, or a bright splash of vibrant colour, keeping pace with consumer demand for colour is vital for us so we can ensure our installers stay ahead of competitors who don't have access to the same choices. Want to expand your offering and work with us? Become a Glazerite installer by contacting our team today.

With plans to build its profile in the commercial space forming a key part of our strategy, we chose to partner with Deceuninck, starting manufacture of its dedicated commercial window system, the Deceuninck 2500 series earlier this year. Darren Rhodes, Managing Director, North explained why we chose this partnership. “We saw Deceuninck as a strategic partner from the very beginning,” said Darren Rhodes, managing director, North, Glazerite. “Their strong capabilities and dedicated commercial department, which works closely with our sales and commercial team, made them an ideal fit. “The 2500 was recommended by Deceuninck, particularly for the commercial projects. We have traditionally used a chamfered product in that sector, so it fits very well with our strategy,” Darren continued. The Traditional 2500 system is designed for energy efficiency and security, making it ideal for commercial applications. It offers over 30 stock colour options and achieves U-Values as low as 0.86 W/m²K. The system is compatible with standard security hardware and meets the enhanced security standard PAS24 for both windows and doors. “The combination of the Traditional 2500’s core product performance with Deceuninck’s market leading colour options and a world-class OTIF of 98% forms a powerful proposition in the commercial space,” said Darren. “This ensures that clients benefit from high-performing, versatile products along with reliable and efficient delivery. “Technically, Deceuninck is very strong,” Darren added. “Our team had the opportunity to visit Deceuninck’s plants in both Belgium and the UK. This allowed us to gain valuable insights into its manufacturing processes and quality control measures.” “This firsthand experience underscored Deceuninck’s commitment to excellence and innovation. Its comprehensive product training programs for our customer care and technical teams have equipped us with the knowledge and skills needed to deliver exceptional service to our clients. “Additionally, Deceuninck’s advanced software for calculating U-values and energy ratings has been instrumental in ensuring that we can provide our customers with high-quality, energy-efficient products tailored to their specific needs.” At the end of 2023, Glazerite embarked on a significant project by announcing the establishment of a new manufacturing site in Barnsley. “We set ourselves a huge task when we announced our new manufacturing site in Barnsley at the end of last year,” recalled Darren. “The transformation of an empty shell into a fully functioning Deceuninck fabrication site in just 84 days was a remarkable achievement.” The site manufactures Deceuninck 2500 and 2800 casements, tilt and turn windows, as well as composite doors, residential and French doors. The North division is led by Darren and Darryl Count, office manager. “We introduced Deceuninck to our range in the summer last year to open up specification options for our installer partners to be able to compete in their markets,” Darren explained.

We have appointed a new Area Sales Manager to bolster support for installers based in Scotland, where we already have a burgeoning customer base.   Jordan Davidson has joined us in the newly created role of Area Sales Manager - Scotland to underpin the service we offer to existing customers based there. It follows the growth of our product portfolio, which now includes the Deceuninck profile system alongside its VEKA and Residence Collection offering, and the recent opening of our North Division in Barnsley, South Yorkshire.     Scotland-based Jordan has spent nearly a decade in the fenestration industry and will help us strengthen our positioning and the support we can offer installers situated north of the border. He says: “I am excited and grateful to be given the opportunity to join the team at Glazerite. As a fabricator, Glazerite offers installers a huge range of products and solutions designed to deliver first-class installations and grow their business. I am looking forward to meeting our existing customers and welcoming new ones in the near future.”   Jeff Dunn, Group Sales & Commercial Director of Glazerite says: “It is our aim to strengthen our presence nationwide while continuing to deliver what our installers want and need – exceptional customer service and leading, high-quality products.    “By welcoming Jordan to our sales team, we now have a local presence in a growing market. Jordan is key to the continuation of existing relationships with those of our installers based in Scotland and an opportunity for us to reach new customers in an important region.”

We've worked closely with The Residence Collection for more than a decade. Here, Glazerite Area Sales Manager Gio Sangiovanni and Sally Gingell, Area Sales Manager for The Residence Collection, share how our partnership helps deliver high-quality heritage styles and added value for installers.   From our Specials Division in Wellingborough we craft high quality R9 and R7 Windows and doors with a Timberweld® joint. Over a series of recent visits and health checks from The Residence Collection team to our it's clear to see how our close collaboration to strive for the best quality benefits our installers. Sally reveals: “Our longstanding partnership with Glazerite is built on collaboration and feedback. We have monthly meetings with every department, from technical to purchasing, as well as regular catch ups with the sales team. As part of our relationship we also visit the manufacturing team and carry out a fabricator ‘health’ check to ensure that together we are striving for the highest quality products.     Sally Gingell, Residence Collection, Sales Manager UK and Ireland   “We were delighted as ever to see the high standards at work at Glazerite. The manufacturing is exceptional, and I can say with confidence the Timberweld® finish is of the highest quality, thanks to the commitment the team shows in the fabrication of The Residence Collection products.”   Alongside R9, we fabricate R7 using Timberweld® as standard. In recognition of installer choice, R7 is also still offered as the mitre welded option.   As demand for heritage products grows, so too does our flexibility and commitment to ensuring installers have access to products that can help them to win more business and deliver projects easily and efficiently. Giovanni explains: “We are always looking at ways to improve our fabrication to benefit our installers, which is why we chose to implement Timberweld® technology.  By using this method of welding corners on uPVC to create an authentic timber butt joint effect, we can offer R9 unglazed, which makes transportation, fitting and handling easier for installers. This has led to a direct increase in the number of installers who are including R9 in their offering.”   Gio adds: “It is Glazerite’s aim to be the best Residence Collection fabricator in the industry and as part of that, it is critical that we don’t rest on our laurels. We are continually investing and improving every aspect of our business and operations to deliver high quality products and customer service. Working closely with The Residence Collection is a key part of that, and we are delighted that our hard work has been recognised with this terrific feedback.”   The relationship between fabricator and supplier has always been strong, with Glazerite an early adopter of the profile system. Sally explains: “We were so proud that such a large and truly respected fabricator such as Glazerite could see the potential in our product. Since then, our relationship has developed into one of mutual trust and support as both businesses work on the same ethos – building a teamwork approach, developing our people, and supporting customers with quality products.”   Both Glazerite and The Residence Collection also value the importance of marketing and technical support. Each provides installers with distinct ways to showcase their offering, from The Residence Collection’s Find an Installer programme and marketing materials to Glazerite’s brochures, POS materials and social media content that installers can use to differentiate themselves from competitors. Meanwhile both businesses assist installers with technical support that can help support on planning applications in conservation areas.   The future is looking bright for installers who offer heritage products. As authentically crafted timber alternatives, R9 and R7 offer consumers a range of thermal, acoustic and security benefits alongside durability and style. With R9 designed to meet Article 4 guidelines, The Residence Collection products are now routinely accepted in conversation areas across the UK.   Whether you have Residence Collection already in your portfolio or looking to review your existing fabricator, with a question or query on the range let us know and Giovanni will pick up with you. View our Residence Collection Range.

We've partnered with VEKA for more than two decades, the force of two industry leaders gives our installers easy access to a great technical resource coupled with our full range high-quality VEKA products.     For commercial customers, our sales team work closely with VEKA to tap into their innovative WinDoPlan software, a technical calculation tool. The software can be tailored to a project’s unique specifications and will identify if component sizes or combinations are too large or not possible to produce. It can also create cross sectional views and 3D images at the click of a mouse as well as provide relevant information and calculations on thermal performance and project specifics like geographical location, building height, and distance from the coast. The tool also delivers descriptions of profiles, with images, dimensions and a list of accessories available to fit that profile.     Matt Dove, Area Sales Manager for Glazerite, says: “WinDoPlan is an invaluable tool for new build and renovation projects. It allows us to simulate product compatibility so we can resolve the potential for site issues further down the line. This saves time for our installers and allows us to support them with accurate drawings, precise calculations crucial for U-Values and wind loads and invaluable insights at every stage of the project, from the initial tender to the final installation. It also enables us to advise on product choices, so they align with the demands of the project and ensure compliance with energy efficiency requirements.”   Keeping up to date with ever changing industry standards is a huge task for any systems house in our industry. VEKA are the first BSI Kitemarked Systems supplier to achieve SBD and PAS 24:2022 on all products, this is a significant milestone. Working with Glazerite guarantees you the widest product range in the industry - our installers are able to deliver exactly what their end customer wants, from a high quality window to sustainability credentials and innovation in design.   If you'd like to talk to us about how we can support your business with your commercial or domestic installations, please email marketing@glazerite.net    

We welcomed more than 100 customers and suppliers along to our annual Pro Am Golf Day last month, with generous guests raising an incredible £20,500 for mental health charity, Kelly’s Heroes. Our event, now in its 18th year, took place at the 18-hole championship course at Wellingborough Golf Club, which is set in the grounds of Harrowden Hall.  More than 24 teams participated, with guests later joining the golfers for an evening reception packed full of live music, dancing, a raffle and an auction. Winners on the day were Symphony Windows, with a team representing Kelly’s Heroes finishing in second place, and M3 Floodtec a close third. Meanwhile Adrian Barraclough of Quickslide won the ‘Nearest the Pin’ contest.   John Hewitt, founder of Kelly’s Heroes says:  “The passion for the charity and what we do is always strong at the Glazerite Golf Day, but to raise more than £20,000 this year is fantastic.  We rely on fundraising events such as these to be able to provide our much-needed services as we receive no public funding.   “The generosity of these events, donations and other fundraising activities means that we can continue to provide services such as our live chat ‘Listening Ear’ service. In fact the funds raised at last year’s Golf Day enabled us to expand the hours this service is available, and we’re hoping to expand it further following this year’s event." “Times are hard for many people, and it is imperative that Kelly’s Heroes can continue to play its part in supporting those in need. Within the last year alone, the charity has carried out 19 welfare checks and called five ambulances for people in crisis. We are literally saving lives, and it is all thanks to the support of those who generously support us at events like these.” Our Golf Day is a firm favourite for customers, suppliers and employees alike, with the PGA also remarking on the success of the two-day event, which sees PGA professionals compete followed by the customer event and party. Will Dunn, Tournament Director for PGA Midlands, says: “The Glazerite PRO-AM Trophy, which this year took place on Thursday 20th June, always attracts our best from all over the country. The event was followed on Friday 21st June by the more relaxed Glazerite customer and supplier day, which gives our Pro players the opportunity to join in with and play with a terrific bunch of people, sharing tips and having fun along the way. On behalf of the PGA, I’d like to say big thank you to both Glazerite and Wellingborough Golf Club.”     Rob Brearley, Group Managing Director adds: “We’d like to thank the PGA and Wellingborough Golf Club for hosting the golf and the party, as well as all those who took part and helped us to raise an incredible amount for such an important charity. Our main event sponsors this year included Morley Blinds, DoorCo and Deceuninck, as well as Haffner, who generously topped up the initial total to take us over the £20,000 mark. Auction prizes and sponsorship were also provided by Symphony Windows, VEKA, Residence Collection, Business Micros, Avantis, Window Ware, CEN Solutions, Clearview, Brisant, Georgian Bar Company, Turner Windows, K2 Aluminium, Northumberland Glass and D&M Windows."   “Our Golf Day is a much anticipated and very much enjoyed fixture in the calendar, and we really appreciate all those who supported it and took part. The feedback we get after the day is always positive, with everyone agreeing that this year was the best yet! We’re already on countdown to next year’s event.”  

We’re thrilled to share the amazing journey of Lindsay-Anne Straughton, who recently completed the LakesMan Half with remarkable success. Alongside Taylors Joinery & Plastics, we are proud to sponsor her sporting journey and we wish Lindsay all the best as she continues to achieve success!   Lindsay began running in 2014 when a friend asked her to do an obstacle race with her; and what began as a goal of 10k, quickly become a half marathon which then led to her completing the London Marathon in 2016. Her triathlon journey began in 2018 when she entered the LakesMan Half – at this point she had never done a triathlon, never swam in open water and didn’t even own a road bike!  Lindsay says, “Needless to say, it did not go well! I was confident that I could swim the distance, ride the distance and run the distance… what I hadn’t realised was how much preparation goes into the ‘other stuff’." She completed the swim and bike section in 5 hours 10 minutes, and then was sadly told that she had missed the cut off time to start the running section – so, unfortunately, her race was over.   But Lindsay didn’t give up, in fact she re-entered for the 2020 race (which soon got postponed until 2021 because of the covid-19 lockdown).  However, during this time she worked on all the obstacles she had fought in her first race – she taught herself to swim front crawl; she spent the entire summer swimming in local lakes; and she even signed up with a qualified triathlon coach who helped her with training and nutrition. Lindsay went on to complete the triathlon in an incredible 6 hours and 3 minutes!   In 2022, she then went onto to complete her first long distance triathlon, the LakesMan Full (which is the same distance as an IronMan), where she finished 6th lady, 1st in her age category and meant she qualified for the GB Age-group team! Which brings us to now, Lindsay is getting ready for the European Long Distances Championships Almere in Amsterdam, in September 2024 where she will be racing for the GB Age-group team and hoping to qualify for the World Championships in Pontevedra in 2025.   In preparation for her race in September, Lindsay completed the LakesMan Half on the 16th of June, in a brilliant time of 5 hours and 41 minutes!  Her performance throughout the event was nothing short of spectacular and she achieved 2nd in her age group and 19th overall. Lindsay says, “I hit target on all disciplines and even out did myself on the swim with a massive PB, followed by a personal course PB on the bike.” A huge congratulations Lindsay, we are so proud to sponsor and support you throughout your sporting journey.     With this event completed, she is already getting for her next race, Cleveland SteelMan which is at the end of July! We are so excited to continue supporting Lindsay in her future challenges, confident that they will keep inspiring us and many others along the way. If you’re interested in following her journey, give her profile a follow - @triathlon_lin3ie

We set ourselves a huge task when we announced our new manufacturing site in Barnsley at the end of last year. We rose to it though, the empty shell in Barnsley is now a fully functioning Deceuninck fabrication site in just 84 days. Drawing upon the skills and expertise from our functions across the business it has been a real team effort to bring this in from recruitment and IT infrastructure and setup to operations. At the 30,000 sq. ft facility you'll now find a hive of activity, with the manufacture of Deceuninck 2500 and 2800 casements, tilt and turn windows, residential and french doors. The North division, headed up by Darren Rhodes and Darryl Count, is now serving local installer customers with the products, quality and support that our vast customer base across the rest of the UK has come to rely on. We introduced Deceuninck to our range in the summer last year to open up specification and budget options for our installer partners to be able to compete in their markets. Rob McGlennon, Managing Director, Deceuninck has welcomed our partnership and says of our Barnsley site: "We are delighted to be working with Glazerite and it is great to see their Barnsley site now fully operational. Glazerite and Deceuninck share a customer-focused ethos to produce and delivery high-quality products underpinned with exceptional service. Now, with the opening of a Deceuninck focused site, we're looking forward to supporting Glazerite as they continue to go from strength to strength." Our installers are wide ranging in size from domestic installations to trade counters and commercial installations. The Glazerite product range is undoubtedly one of the broadest in the industry, coupled with our technical and marketing support, we can ensure our installers have all they need to differentiate themselves and enable them to compete effectively in their specific markets. Reach out to learn more about how the Glazerite Deceuninck range can transform your projects.

Our Head of Group Marketing, Michelle Wright shares why our decade-long partnership with DoorCo helps our installers open doors to new business. By partnering with DoorCo, the UK's leading independent manufacturer and supplier of composite doors, we have transformed our customer offering. Today, our installers have access to a huge range of high-quality composites designed to suit every homeowner taste, with DoorCo's latest launches taking the aesthetics and performance of the range to the next level. "As a partner, DoorCo is flexible, agile and reactive, quickly repsonding to customer demands and getting ahead of trends." This year, our DoorCo portfolio of traditional and contemporary doors is set to grow further with the addition of new styles, colours and decorative glass options. From the summer, the composite colours available will include nine standard shades, 38 premium hues and the exclusive Patina colours on specific door styles such as the Monza ll, the newly launched and traditionally-styled Eaton and the new contemporary styles of Grove and Kings. With the option also to colour match to any RAL, and a choice of woodgrain or smooth/etched finishes, homeowners will be spoilt for choice. So far this year, the best-selling colours have been the more subtle shades of anthracite, agate grey and slate. However, stand out shades of blue and beginning to trend, with the cool blues of Wedgewood and Cotswold on the rise, along with the brighter blue of Twilight. The quirky Stormy Seas and delicate Dusky Pink are also gaining in popularity. Style-wise, the brand new Eaton is proving popular, while the classic Carnoustie remains a top-seller. DoorCo has also added to its range of decorative glass, including the launch of the distinctive and delicate bevelled heart and flower motif of Blossom and the art-deco inspired Speakeasy, which includes a custom house number design. The partnership we've forged with DoorCo has elevated our offering and gives our installers a huge selection to share with their own customers. What's more, our installers can also benefit from DoorCo's proactive marketing support, which includes digital and printed materials and content. Evolving hardware and smart technology offering Alongside our composite offering, we're evolving our furniture and smart technology as well as our standard offering. Like DoorCo, our partnership with Brisant Secure is built on collaboration, innovation and adding value for our installers. It is a strong partnership, as demonstrated by our recently announced plans to offer Ultion Sweet door furniture as standard on all of our doors, at no extra cost to installers. Ultion Sweet appeals to end customers because it strikes the perfect balance of aesthetics and durability. What's more, Ultion Sweet's exceptional performance and unparalleled weather resistance come backed with a 20-year anti-corrosion manufacturer-to-consumer guarantee, which means homeowners register directly with Brisant-Secure, taking the pressure off potential (though unlikely) future call backs for our installers. With high security features essential and smart technology practically a must for today's homeowners, the three-star cylinder we fit as standard is another differentiator. What is more, a simple upgrade gives homeowners access to Ultion Nuki Plus, which offers a host of clever locking features including smartphone control and fingerprint recognition, adding another point of difference for our installers. When it comes to choice, we don't stop there - almost all of our doors are supplied using the high-performance Avantis multipoint locking system, which, with a simple upgrade can be transformed into the Kubu smart technology offering. It's these partnerships and the forward-thinking nature of the likes of DoorCo that keeps our installers ahead in their own markets. They are also relationships we will continue to develop and build to give our installers access to the most comprehensive range of high-quality composite doors and hardware, underpinned by consistent manufacture and reassuring warranties. Get in touch with us to become a Glazerite installer partner.

STOP PRESS: We are now manufacturing Deceuninck 2800 at our North Division From our announcement at the end of last year, we've managed to bring this in within Q1 of 2024. Setting up a site for manufacture is no easy task, but for a brand new site and for a system that is new to the business, this is quite an achievement.  The power of our expert teams have come together across operations, procurement, IT, sales and marketing to make this happen - what a team! This 30,000 sq. ft space has been completely transformed in just a few months to manufacture the 2800 system with a view to start manufacture of 2500 very soon. The 2500 is available through our East Division, which started production in summer last year. Adding to our already extensive portfolio, installers can now access both Deceuninck systems 2500 and 2800 in casement and tilt & turn windows, and residential and French doors. These are available in the full range of colours for each system. Reach out to learn more about how the Glazerite Deceuninck range can transform your projects.

In today's market accessing a wide range of quality products is essential for installers in winning new business. Whether a domestic installation or commercial installation the same challenges of accommodating the various aesthetics for property style to the more emotive considerations such as security, energy efficiency and the environment. As a business we continually review and adapt our product offering in alignment with changing trends and demands to ensure our installers stay relevant. In the summer last year we introduced the 2500 bevelled system to our range to open up more opportunity to our commercial installers. This was a much welcomed addition to our range and at the end of the year we opened our Barnsley site, for the manufacture of Deceuninck 2500 and 2800 initially. Already in 2024 we have strengthened our aluminium offering with the addition of AluK casement and tilt and turn windows, the EdgeGLIDE+® sliding door and UniFOLD+® bifold doors. Striking the balance of clean and modern living our partnership with Morley Glass was an obvious one to offer the high end range of Uni-Blinds® , to complete installations to a really high standard. Working with partners that at the leading edge of product development is an integral part of our product portfolio. This week VEKA have announced they will soon be unveiling a revolutionary new system. We can't wait to share this one with our installers, it's some fantastic work demonstrating not only their innovative thinking, but they are listening and responding to market and customer needs. By constantly evolving evolving and adapting our already extensive portfolio, our installers have access to an impressive range of systems, products and brands which open up the choice of colours, styles, and price points to a new level. We always have the core considerations at the heart of our product offering with U-Values, Secured by Design, and guarantees and warranties that will satisfy all installations. Glazerite installers partners now have access to VEKA UK, Halo, The Residence Collection and Deceuninck UK products.