PWS Distributors Ltd

PWS Distributors, distributor of kitchen and bedroom components for the British trade

PWS Distributors Ltd is a British distributor of kitchen and bedroom components operating exclusively in the trade channel. The company presents itself as one of the leading names in the UK KBB (kitchen, bedroom and bathroom) sector and is part of Danesmoor Group. Its catalogue brings together more than 18,000 products in stock and combines a range of standard components with bespoke manufacturing and finishing services.

More than a century of history

The company's origins date back to 1903, when Percy W Stephenson opened a hardware store in Darlington. In the 1940s, post-war demand drove expansion into joinery, architectural ironmongery and ceramics, specialities that the company still claims today. In 1970, growth led to a move to new premises across two sites and to diversifying the business, which over time led to the supply of kitchen components and furniture. In the 1980s, PWS Distributors was established, focusing on supplying kitchen components to the trade market and building partnerships with European manufacturers. In 2005, Mark Stephenson acquired the business and created Danesmoor Group, integrating PWS and other brands within the group.

Component catalogue

The PWS offering is organised into several product families:

• Doors: models such as 1909, Aalborg, Arlo, Belsay (in Beaded, Smooth and Woodgrain versions), Clarendon, Clarendon Beaded, Crathorne, Essen, Feature Glazed, Fitzroy, Hunton, Linea, Metara, Milbourne, Mornington Beaded, Mornington Beaded Vale, Mornington Shaker, Mornington Vale, Nura, Porter, Remo, Rocca, Sculpt, Tambour and UNITY.
• Worksurfaces: ceramic, granite, quartz, quartzite, Silestone, solid surface, timber, ultra compact and Ultra HD quartz.
• Sinks: stainless steel, Granital composite and Monarch PVD, as well as combined sink and tap bundles.
• Taps: bridge, dual lever, filter, fixings, semi-professional, single lever, single lever pull out, wall mounted and wall mounted dual lever.
• Handles & rails: in antique black, chrome, colour, for handleless systems, knurled, marketing support material, nickel, pewter & cast iron, stainless steel and warm metallics.
• Storage: base unit storage, bedroom unit storage, corner unit storage, carousel corner unit storage, larder unit storage, lifting systems, modular shelving, storage accessories, studio level storage, wall unit storage.
• Blum (drawers & hinges): drawer accessories, drawer kits, drawer parts, hinges, jigs and pre-assembled drawer boxes.
• Drawers & drawer organisation: Blum compatible, dovetail, timber, internal accessories, Konfigure, Lindo, timber pallets and bins that fit into deep drawer packs, fix to the cabinet base, to hinged doors or to pull-out doors.
• Lights & electrical: aluminium profiles, COB tape lights, drawer & battery powered lights, drivers and accessories, LED tape lights, plinth spot lights, pop up sockets, standard remotes, sensors & receivers, and under cabinet lights.
• Cabinet & cabinet components: 1909 Shaker paint-to-order, cabinet brackets, cabinet hangers, decorative legs, door buffers & pads, ducting, fixings, furniture levellers, glass shelves, Inframe accessories, misc, Pegaso, plinth legs & accessories, rail profiles, shelf supports, sliding door mechanism, table & worksurface legs, ventilation grills and wardrobe rail.

Manufacturing and customisation services

In addition to the catalogue, PWS offers services aimed at adapting components to each project:

• Bespoke worksurfaces: each worksurface is manufactured to complement the customer's project, from the initial brief to final assembly.
• Paint to Order: precision-applied finishes designed to bring colour, consistency and durability, whether for a single door or a complete kitchen, with a wide palette of classic and contemporary tones.
• Made to Order: greater choice within established door families, with bespoke dimensions where necessary and a full palette of finishes and options for kitchens, bedrooms and living spaces.
• Lighting design: in collaboration with Sycamore, a manufacturer of LED lighting and control systems, PWS offers a selected range for kitchens, bedrooms and home offices.
• Drilling service: doors are prepared with precise drilling so they can be mounted directly onto the cabinet, reducing a stage on site.

Design centres and rewards programme

PWS has trade-only design centres located in the north and south of the UK, where customers can explore the kitchen and bedroom collections. The company also offers the Total Order Rewards programme, which returns a percentage of spend: according to the website, you can save up to 5% on orders across multiple categories. It also has a Become a Brand Partner programme and a Trade Account for professionals.

Customer profile and positioning

PWS's activity is aimed at the UK trade, with a proposition that combines a broad in-stock catalogue, flexible services and bespoke design options. The company defines itself as a trusted partner for the British KBB sector and states that it maintains long-lasting relationships with both customers and suppliers. In its own presentation, it describes itself as a leading distributor in the kitchen and bedroom components market for the trade channel in the UK.