A Franchise that Succeeds

Not offered by other Building Supply Industry Brands

A Franchise that Succeeds

Not offered by other Building Supply Industry Brands

The Trowel Trades Vision

The Founder of the Trowel Trades concept; David Manners (a long time participant in the Industry) recognised the Trades using Trowels (Plasterers, Concretors, Brickies & Blockies, Stoppers etc.) didn’t have a “One Stop Shop” for all their requirements.

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The success of the stores we have now are a testament to David’s vision. We now have a model that we can share with other partners to grow the store representation and share the success.

The Franchise

The Trowel Trade Franchise Agreement offers a long-term commitment and a comprehensive package. By providing branding and marketing support, along with key supplier support, the franchisor aims to set up the franchisee for success. The defined geographical area agreement also ensures clarity and focus in operations.

Quality Marketing

The right brands and right suppliers. Consistency in branding across all marketing channels helps build trust and recognition among customers.

Strong Margins

Strong profits when compared to most Building Industry Trade Merchants. 

Great Profits

Many specialist trade products and accessories that are not price sensitive. 

More Opportunities

Defined and protected areas of operation.

Suppliers and Core Range Support

We have the right suppliers and relationships to ensure store competitiveness and a selection of products that sets Trowel trades apart from other franchises.

Core Support Range

Trowel Trades covers several core trades divided into exterior, drywall, concrete, tiling and painting. It is expected Franchisee’s cover at least the minimum product and range required in each area.

Trowel Trades will ensure that stocking requirements for accessory items such as paint, power tools, electrical, other general hardware and building products will be at acceptable levels and enough to ensure the integrity of Trowel Trades brands and the marketing activities we undertake for each of those brands.

Core Range

  • Core Drywall Products

  • Exterior Plasters

  • Concrete Mix Products/Cement

  • Koncrete Konnect Product Range

  • Sealants, Glues & Additives

  • Core Paints (off the shelf) and Accessories

  • Ladders and Specialist Trade Accessories

  • Specialist Machine (Vacs, Sanders, Floats & Grinders)

  • Hand Tools

  • Power Tools

  • Electrical Accessories

  • Fastening and Hardware Accessories

Trowel Trades Support

The Support Team will be available to help you with any questions or concerns.

A range of marketing support will be provided to ensure adequate promotional opportunities and social media presence is there to support your store.

Mike Rutledge

Director & Owner of Trowel Trades Hamilton

Mike has over 25 years’ experience within the Building Industry with extensive knowledge of Concrete, Brick & Block, Drywall and Landscaping.

“No day is ever the same in Trowel Trades. I enjoy sharing the knowledge I have accumulated in my years via superb advice & service. I am proud to be part of the Trowel Trades Group, where we strive to be a cut above the rest.”

Trevor Parris

Director & Owner of Trowel Trades Tauranga

Trevor has 40 plus years experience across the building industry. From the timber industry to managing large corporate building supplies and plumbing stores to setting up his own business, focussing on the concrete and driwall trades as the owner of the Trowel Trades store in Tauranga.

“Our Team in Tauranga are more than happy to support new stores in the initial set up and Training for new operators.”

Ricky Biddle

Business Development Manager of Trowel Trades Hamilton

An industry specialist with senior management experience excited by the Trowel Trades concept.

Kevin Marevich

Director of Trowel Trades

Kevin has over 45 years experience in the Building Industry having been the Founder of the ITM Group and the driving force behind the success of the BuildLink Group.

“The Trowel Trades concept has always been a winner in my mind. So I am pleased to be part of the team and look forward to being part of the growth and success of the Trowel Trades Brand.”

Become a Trowel Trades Franchisee

Register your interest using the link below.

Become a Trowel Trades Franchisee

Register your interest using the link below.