Where it all started...
Building Materials Nationwide began its reign as one of the UK's leading suppliers of materials and tools in 2003, under the name Distributor Ltd, with its founder and managing director, Phil Lidgerton.
Starting out from his dining room table, Phil was determined to make his mark and grow the business as the go-to destination for the building industry. With £15k of credit card debt, a family to provide for, and fighting off tough competition from big-name rivals, it was never going to be easy.
Things did, however, turn around quickly. From the initial £500k target he set himself when he started, Phil managed to double this in the first year, as well as hire three staff members by the end of the second year of trading.
The journey so far
The company has come a long way since first setting up shop from Phil’s dining table. In December 2009, the buildingmaterials.co.uk domain name was bought and it was not until January 2018 when Building Materials Nationwide Ltd started trading.
After this date, Phil began to consolidate all his businesses (including Distributor Ltd) under Building Materials Nationwide Ltd, process completed in April 2022.
In July 2018, we moved from our head office to Ruscombe Business Park in Twyford, Reading and by March 2022, we achieved combined sales of £28 million.
Everything you need
Hassle Free Ordering
When it comes to ordering, we offer a hassle-free process from start to finish. No more headaches over deliveries, unexpected delays, or tracking down missing supplies—our service ensures everything arrives on time, exactly as expected, and without any issues.
Dedicated Account Manager
With a dedicated trade account manager by your side, you’ll always have expert support when you need it. From tailored recommendations to problem-solving, they’re here to make sure everything runs like clockwork — so you can focus on getting the job done.
Tailored Delivery Options
We recognise that every project has unique needs, so we provide tailored solutions. From custom orders to specific delivery schedules, we adapt to what works best for you. Your dedicated account manager offers support, answers questions, and keeps everything running smoothly.
Product Sourcing Specialists
Our sourcing specialists work closely with your team to find exactly what you need—from niche materials to bulk orders—ensuring the highest quality at competitive prices. No more guesswork or delays, meaning you can crack on with what’s important.
Our values
Our company values define what we are all about, how we treat our customers and how we work together to achieve greatness across the board.
Honesty
We are honest about the products we sell and the service to our customers.
Ambition
We are ambitious and always strive to be the best in the industry.
Teamwork
We work as a close-knit team to deliver an excellent customer journey.
Resilience
We remain resilient through tough economic challenges.
Accountability
We own everything that we do and take full responsibility for customer experiences.
Loyalty
We show loyalty to the people that work for us and our long-standing customers.
Building Materials Nationwide today
Nowadays, Building Materials Nationwide has around 60 staff members who are passionate about helping you buy the very best materials and tools at competitive trade prices.
A strong formula of offering the right product, the right price, the right time and the right terms has helped the business grow from strength to strength for two decades.
Get in touch with our sales team to discuss your order by emailing us at sales@buildingmaterials.co.uk.
Here for our customers
Get in touch with our sales team to discuss opening a trade account, advice on materials or anything else on 01628 674910. You can also email us at sales@buildingmaterials.co.uk.
Frequently asked questions
Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? We’re always happy to help, just call us on 01628 279 686 or send us an email at sales@buildingmaterials.co.uk.