Long Rake Spar has announced its appointment as preferred decorative aggregate supplier to NBG and Bradfords groups.

The company said independent merchants have always been a pivotal focus, as Long Rake Spar's products provide merchants with the ability to offer something different in a competitive marketplace.

Marketing director Sarah Hill said: "Merchants are actively seeking to strengthen their market share in landscaping as builders and end users increase demand when improving their gardens. Our product range and close working relationships with customers allows merchants to grow their business in this area, through an extensive product selection and reliable marketing support."

The recent trade agreements build upon Long Rake Spar's existing success as an appointed supplier to the Fortis, h&b and IBC.

Long Rake Spar will also be exhibition at the NMBS Exhibition on 16 April, 2015.