Since 1908, we have represented builders, plumbing & heating, timber and other merchants who distribute building materials, home improvement products, renewable energy equipment and civils & drainage systems. In more recent years we have strengthened collaboration across the supply chain with an increased focus on product suppliers and service providers.

Together, our members form an impressive network of over 1000 businesses across the UK and Ireland.

As a sector, we are vital to construction: buildings & structures (especially housing) are not erected - nor are properties (especially homes) converted, extended, repaired, maintained or improved - without the primary materials and valued-add products that our members make, stock and deliver.