When it comes to UK DIY products, one of the most popular and renowned brands are the mighty 151 products. Formed in 1997 in the heart of Manchester, 151 Products’ innovative, quality products have grown in popularity and are now available from retailers and DIY services across the country.
Prioritising quality and price, 151 Products’ items are rigorously tested to fulfil the requirements of everyday consumers. The widespread popularity of 151 Products is also testament to their irrepressible commitment to market research, product development and creating retail-friendly merchandising.
Pound Wholesale are the UK’s leading supplier of 151 Products, providing the best prices on hundreds of essential products for general consumers and DIY enthusiasts. From painting & decorating, adhesives and sealants to paints and spray paints, 151’s range is packed with variation and multipurpose products, offering consumers plenty of choice when it comes to their DIY projects.
151 Products’ enticing range, although primarily DIY-based, also touches into other categories, including homewares, cleaning, craft, laundry and much more.
In the UK, DIY accounts for a considerable portion of household expenditure, with annual spending reaching around £38.7 billion in 2023. Spending has risen considerably in the UK over the years, and has had an average annual growth rate of 5.7% since 1970.
What our data says about 151 Products
151 Products have been distributed by Pound Wholesale for over ten years, and have been one of our strongest DIY specialists. Since 2013, the number of 151 Products units distributed by Pound Wholesale has risen exponentially. Although the Covid-19 pandemic did propel the ascent of 151 Products, their crescendo has remained consistent and visible, with 2023 easily beating the last pre-Covid 19 Pandemic year of 2019.
151 Products have always accounted for a significant proportion of our DIY units sold, and this proportion has risen since 2013 significantly. This is mightily impressive considering our range of DIY brands has risen, with the likes of Marksman Tools, Dekton Tools and Bloc competing for our businesses’ attention.
The popularity of 151 Products’ range is widely diverse among all our customer groups. Though 151 Products are mostly purchased for retail and distribution, there is a clear contribution by DIY services and professionals, illustrating that their products are trusted by DIY experts. The use of 151 Products professionally likely re-assures buyers looking for quick, effective solutions that the items they’re buying are of the appropriate quality for everyday repairs and general DIY.
151 Products is a leading range of DIY supplies, but the diversity of their most popular products may come as a surprise. Dehumidifiers are often among our best-selling products overall during several seasons of the year, and 151 Products’ dehumidifiers are a significant contributor to those statistics.
Following the household dehumidifiers, the most popular 151 Products are a mix of painting & decorating, sealants and paints, glues and adhesives and garden supplies.
151 Products’ huge range of sealants and paints is the main reason why it’s Pound Wholesale’s most popular category. In fact, nearly 50% of 151 Products top 100 best-selling products are sealants and paints, and we stock a huge selection of colours and styles for domestic and professional painting and renovation work.
Their range of tapes, glues and adhesives, which includes a huge selection of bonding tape, super glues and adhesive products, is their second most popular category, closely followed by their wide and varied homeware range.
151 Products range of painting & decorating supplies, their fourth most popular category, is awash with paint brushes, their best-selling dust sheets and much more.
How 151 Products Can Boost Your Business
Pound Wholesale’s customer base includes virtually every type of enterprise, from retail shops, pound shops, market traders and discount stores to department stores, eBay & Amazon traders, online sellers, speciality stores and professional services. As established, 151 Products are popular among virtually all customer groups, and offer great value and quality for a range of businesses.
The popularity of 151 Products is a testament to their range and commitment to quality. Catering for DIY essentials and everyday household repairs, in addition to qualified and professional personnel, makes 151 Products a truly unique range at Pound Wholesale.