Frequently Asked Questions
About Howdens
For queries about Howdens, such as buying from us, finding a depot, or knowing where our head office is based, you can read these answers to understand how we operate and trade within in the UK. We also cover topics on visiting our depots, where you can browse our products, and how to access our expert design services to get started on your next project.
Your questions answered
Do Howdens have showrooms?
Howdens have hundreds of depots. Instead of having large showrooms, each depot has a selection of products on display available from local stock. This includes fitted kitchens, appliances, sinks and taps, flooring, doors, and more. Our depots are also fully stocked, which means depot staff can show you products that you are interested, plus they have a wealth of knowledge about our products, so can answer any product queries you may have. To find as depot, use our postcode lookup to see stores in your area.
Can I visit Howdens to view the products?
Within each depot, we display a vast number of our products, which includes fitted kitchens, doors, joinery products, flooring, appliances, and more. You can find a depot using our locator tool. Alternatively, you can view our products online, or request a brochure to see all the products available from local stock at your nearest Howdens.
Is Howdens open to the public?
All of our depots are open for the public, whether that is to speak to our staff about services and goods, to book a design appointment, pay your trade account, or simply to see many of our products on display. To see the local opening times for your nearest depot, see our find a depot page to locate your nearest Howdens and to get contact information to plan a visit. During the COVID-19 pandemic opening times may change. Please visit our Open to Trade page to learn more.
Will Howdens sell to the public?
We only sell to the trade, rather than the public, to ensure our products are installed to the highest possible standard. In turn, by using a trade professional, you can be sure that your products are built to last and are fitted exactly the way you want them. To learn more about buying from us, please visit our How to Buy page. If you need help finding a trade person in your area, please contact your local depot using our find a depot page, who can help point you in the right direction.
Is there a Howdens near me?
With hundreds of depots - there will be a Howdens local to you which supplies products from local stock for our trade customers to purchase and collect. You can find a local Howdens on our find a depot page, using our postcode lookup, which will point you to your nearest Howdens. It will also provide an address, directions, opening hours, and contact information for that depot. You can also contact your local depot through our Contact a Depot form, where an enquiry will be sent to your depot of choice.
What are your opening times?
Our depots are open six days a week from Monday through to Saturday, except bank holidays where we close. Opening times may vary from depot to depot to best serve their local communities. You can see specific opening hours for your nearest Howdens through our find a depot page.
Who do I talk to in order to get started?
If you are a trade professional and want to learn more about opening a Howdens Trade Account, you can learn more on our Trade Account and Services page. You can also speak with your local Howdens to discuss account options. To get in touch, you can use our Contact a Depot form or you can find a depot in your area using our Find a Depot page, where you will find contact information to get connected.
If you are a homeowner looking to buy from Howdens, we only sell to the trade to ensure your products are installed to the highest possible standard. To learn more about buying from us, please visit our How to Buy page, where you can understand how to access our great range of products and the design services available. You can also book a design appointment online to get started.
Where is Howdens head office?
Howdens have several key offices, including:
London Head Office
40 Portman Square, London, W1H 6LT
Dublin Registered Office
Suite 3, one Earlsfort Centre, Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2, Ireland
For any local enquiries, updates on an order, or visiting us in person, find your nearest depot and get in touch with them directly. You can also visit our corporate site, for more information about media relations, investor insight, annual reports, and business strategy.
