Wickes poised to add 300 lines after Extra trials

DIY retailer Wickes is to introduce new ranges across its 160-store portfolio, following their success at the giant Extra store at Barking, London.

Wickes commercial director Jeremy Bird said that about 300 lines will be added, giving the retailer greater depth in electrical, plumbing, flooring and lighting categories.

Wickes plans to expand at a rate of 20 shops a year, and also plans to open more Extra stores.

The second is scheduled to make its debut at Taunton, Somerset, in May.

The retailer expects to have four or five by the end of the year.