The 1840 Podcast

About The 1840 Podcast

Taking a look at all things relating to Howarth Timber & Building Supplies and the merchanting industry. We’ll catch up with staff, suppliers, customers and hear all of the stories that make Howarth your merchant of choice. Get involved and let us know your thoughts.

Publisher

Howarth Timber & Building Supplies

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 Jan 2025

Latest episode

2 Nov 2025

Latest episodes

30 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Nov 2025

   2025 Landscaping Review

   In this episode of The 1840 Podcast, host Paul Bullivant sits down with Becki Hughes from Talasey to discuss the 2025 landscaping season: what’s shaping the market, which materials are leading the way, and what merchants and landscapers can expect heading into 2026. From views on the market, why porcelain sales have overtaken natural stone, and Becki’s predictions on the trends for next year. She also opens up about the challenges the industry is facing, such as Red Sea shipping delays and extended monsoon seasons, and how Talasey is adapting. Subjects covered: Market Overview Material Trends – Porcelain vs Stone Format Trends – What’s popular for 2026 Colour Trends – Beyond Grey Quarry regulation and ethical sourcing Sustainability and UK pricing Market Forecast – 2026 and beyond Who drives garden trends? – homeowners or installers? Upskilling the trade Advice for merchants Branch of the future For more on Talasey - https://www.howarth-timber.co.uk/talasey/?srsltid=AfmBOoqT3DZsGgwUXz-cRmaFEs2M8jsHAukDq2qkYm-PCizZTydmDPN1 (https://www.howarth-timber.co.uk/talasey/?srsltid=AfmBOoqT3DZsGgwUXz-cRmaFEs2M8jsHAukDq2qkYm-PCizZTydmDPN1) ----- Watch the Episodes On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-V1a0YAQAzEvwoGnSpmZqDgVqX94ZInv (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-V1a0YAQAzEvwoGnSpmZqDgVqX94ZInv) Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ov5c0y78nezowFz07C5AU?si=4c70c4030522440b&nd=1&dlsi=bf8c82e6addc44f8 (https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ov5c0y78nezowFz07C5AU?si=4c70c4030522440b&nd=1&dlsi=bf8c82e6addc44f8) Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-1840-podcast/id1789793386 (https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-1840-podcast/id1789793386) Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/2bdccd00-1cc9-4173-be70-39544f923c80/the-1840-podcast (https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/2bdccd00-1cc9-4173-be70-39544f923c80/the-1840-podcast) Website: https://www.howarth-timber.co.uk/1840-podcast/ (https://www.howarth-timber.co.uk/1840-podcast/)

2. 

   19 Oct 2025

   Understanding Timber Panel Products: Evolution, Innovation, and the Future

   In a comprehensive conversation, Kronospan's Andy Moore and timber expert Gary Froggatt from Howarth Timber & Building Supplies delve into the history, characteristics, and future of key engineered wood products—OSB, MDF, and chipboard. Drawing on decades of industry knowledge, they explore how these materials have evolved from basic substrates to high-performance components used across modern construction and manufacturing. From technical advancements in moisture resistance and structural integrity to the growing emphasis on sustainability and recycling, this discussion offers valuable insights into the development of timber panels, the challenges the industry faces, and the exciting potential of timber frame construction in the UK. Whether you're in the trade or simply curious about how timber products shape our built environment, this is a must-watch for anyone interested in the past, present, and future of wood-based materials. Introduction: 0:00 Evolution of Particle Board: 3:34 MDF Development and Uses: 6:53 OSB Characteristics and Applications: 10:03 Kronospan Overview: 18:51 Market Challenges and Competition: 25:54 Future of Timber Frame Construction: 38:16 Importance of Supplier Relationships: 44:34 Sustainability and Recycling Initiatives: 30:56 Market Outlook for 2026: 40:27 Watch the Episodes On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-V1a0YAQAzEvwoGnSpmZqDgVqX94ZInv (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-V1a0YAQAzEvwoGnSpmZqDgVqX94ZInv) Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ov5c0y78nezowFz07C5AU?si=4c70c4030522440b (https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ov5c0y78nezowFz07C5AU?si=4c70c4030522440b) Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-1840-podcast/id1789793386 (https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-1840-podcast/id1789793386) Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/2bdccd00-1cc9-4173-be70-39544f923c80/the-1840-podcast (https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/2bdccd00-1cc9-4173-be70-39544f923c80/the-1840-podcast) Website: https://www.howarth-timber.co.uk/1840-podcast/ (https://www.howarth-timber.co.uk/1840-podcast/)

3. 

   22 Sept 2025

   Season 2 - #2 - Branch Focus - Cheadle

   Join us as we focus on our Cheadle branch with Branch Manager Stuart Wilkinson and Sales Executive Dipak Naran, as they share the stories and focus on the community spirit that make Cheadle a vital part of the Howarth family. Get a true behind-the-scenes look at what makes this branch tick.

Who has been a guest on The 1840 Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Paul Cornford
• Professor Alan Timothy
• Will Boyle
• Audrey Bodman
• Reece Casey

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Spotify

5.0 / 5

9 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 24 / 100

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Quality

35

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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