DIY and home improvement retailing: How sales have soared during the coronavirus pandemic

The UK saw a surge in DIY activities like never before during the coronavirus outbreak. If you’ve seen the queues outside B&Q since lockdown restrictions were lifted, you won’t be surprised to find out that DIY activities grew by almost 50%, compared to the same period a year before.   Home improvement and gardening projects were all the rage in 2020 and early 2021, as Brits spent more time at home than ever before. From redecorating and updating interiors, to deep cleaning and gardening, our shopping...