Hi guys, I am in the process of getting a small showroom up and running. Until now I have been purchasing my own flooring from timber merchants and carpet shops or using flooring that client has got from distributors themselves. I worked as a carpet fitter and floor layer when I left school then later went on to qualify as a joiner so tend to stick more with laminate and wood flooring. I am planning on approaching Headlam or MCD to get a pro forma account set up in order to supply mostly laminate, wood and LVT to my clients. I had a Rep visit me a few years back as I was needing a supplier for Altro but client ended up supplying themselves. Are these distributors accommodating and easy to deal with as a sole trader? I read a post on a forum recently where one chap was refused an account due to distributor al;ready supplying to two other stores based in his area. I have an application form that just needs filled in and sent back. I dont see why it would be a problem but any feedback from your own experiences would be appreciated. Im based in Central Scotland and Headlam or MCD would be closest to me.
You should have no problem. Personally, I would call the branch you intend to deal with, and get the number for your rep. Give them a call, and maybe ask them to pop round, and complete the paperwork together. Depending on your circumstance, you might get a small limit credit account, or a cash account, which will lead to a credit account later. I trade from home, and have never been refused an account with anyone, except some big carpet tile boys, who I now refuse to deal with anyway.
Cheers mate, thanks for the advice. I guess that makes sense given that the rep would likely be my point of contact with most inquiries in the future.
Shouldn't be an issue as long as you have a decent credit rating...... I have accounts at these places and most are accommodating. Polyflor also supply good stands for there ranges and can contact there rep direct and then buy through headlam
They should do as your paying for the goods in full prior to delivery which is the safer option for them
