Ripples designers return from ISH with future-focused insights
In March 2025, a team of Ripples designers travelled to Frankfurt to attend ISH – Europe’s leading bathroom design and technology trade show.
Celebrating women in business this IWD
On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the women making an impact in the bathroom industry – challenging norms, leading businesses, and inspiring the next generation.
Expanding a thriving bathroom business
With showrooms in both Bath and Bristol, franchisees Kim and Michel share their insights on the benefits, challenges and key lessons from managing multiple showroom locations.
Ripples visits the ALCA factory in the Czech Republic
On 11 February 2025, a group of Ripples franchisees travelled to the Czech Republic for an exclusive visit to the ALCA factory - one of Europe’s rising stars in WC cistern and frame manufacturing.
Ripples celebrates completion of charity project
We’re proud to share that the brand-new girls’ toilet block, which was funded by our donation to ‘The Cycle’ charity, is now officially open.
Ripples joins the British Franchise Association
Ripples has joined the British Franchise Association (BFA), the UK’s leading independent regulatory body for franchising.
Ripples launches first ever client testimonial video
We’re thrilled to launch our very first customer testimonial video, giving an authentic glimpse into the Ripples experience from start to finish.
Ripples MD inducted into KBB Retail Hall of Fame
We are delighted to announce that our Managing Director, Paul Crow, has been honoured with induction into KBN’s KBB Retail Hall of Fame for 2025.
Ripples opens a brand-new showroom in Norwich
Ripples has opened its newest showroom in the historic city of Norwich.
Ripples wins coveted charity award
Ripples is thrilled to have been awarded ‘Fundraising Initiative of the Year’ at the prestigious KBBFocus Awards for our charity Snowdon climb. Our Snowdon climb was shortlisted alongside two other inspiring fundraising initiatives, ultimately winning the top prize.
Ripples Lindfield wins ‘Bathroom Retailer of the Year’ award
Ripples Lindfield has been named ‘Bathroom retailer of the year’ at the eminent KBBFocus awards. The KBBFocus awards celebrate the very best in the bedroom, bathroom and kitchen industries and are one of the most prestigious industry awards.
Ripples designers head to Decorex to spot top interiors trends
Last week, our designers headed to London to visit Europe's biggest interior design show, Decorex, to discover the latest products and design concepts set to influence the industry in 2025.
A woman's journey in the bathroom business
With 17 years of corporate experience under her belt, Paula Callaway ventured into the realm of business ownership, driven by her passion for design and a desire to empower her clients.
Building a business whilst raising a family
Running a small business is no mean feat, but doing it while raising three young children? That takes serious teamwork. For Danielle and Sean Tipping of Ripples Lindfield, life is a daily juggling act of school drop-offs, client meetings and homework. Yet, through the chaos and constant demands, they’ve managed to turn their shared passion into a thriving business.
Ripples Chichester on 3 years as a couple in business
Deciding to go into business with your significant other is a bold move, but for many couples, the idea of merging personal and professional lives into a single venture is as enticing as it is challenging. We caught up with husband-and-wife team Helen and Derek Brown to find out more about their journey of going into business together as the owners of Ripples Chichester.
Ripples franchisees top-up sales skills
Last week, a group of 13 Ripples franchisees attended a day-long sales training event run by specialist sales trainer Simon Hares. The training day, which took place in The Cotswolds, brought together franchisees from as far afield as Truro and Southport to give them the opportunity to refresh their knowledge of the Ripples sales process and learn some new skills and techniques along the way.
Ripples raises over £20,000 climbing Snowdon for charity
Ripples has raised over £15,000 for sanitation charity, The Cycle, by completing a hike to the top of Mount Snowdon in North Wales. The challenge, which took place on 27th June 2024, saw a group of over 30 franchisees, designers, suppliers and friends ascent over 1,000 metres to reach the top of Wales’ highest mountain, raising awareness and essential funds for the charity.
Ripples visits Dansani factory in Denmark
Earlier this month, Ripples was invited to the Dansani factory in Denmark to learn more about the design principles behind its product range and to see how the products are brought to life within the factory.
Ripples launches brand-new ‘Wishlist’ feature on website
We’re excited to announce the launch of a brand-new feature on our website - the ‘Wishlist’.
Ripples holds annual Designer Day
Ripples has held its annual Designer Day, gathering together designers from across the group to share experiences, listen to guest speakers and hear the latest Ripples business updates.