Surface materials distributor IDS is hosting a series of free training sessions, in partnership with one of its suppliers Wilsonart UK, in June.

The one-hour training sessions are open to installers, designers and retailers, and will focus on upskilling knowledge on compact laminate worktop installation.

Wilsonart’s technical manager will focus on the Bushboard Zenith range, showcasing how it uses the same tools as for standard laminate worktops.

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The training will share knowledge and best practice on machining, storage, and handling of the material.

It will offer live demonstrations and invite interaction from participants on how to cut, finish and install the product including undermount and inset sinks.

National business development manager for worktops at IDS Jason Neve said: “Installers often think that compact laminate must be harder and more problematic for them to fit on site but that’s the opposite of the reality. T

“here’s no extra investment needed to buy tools, they can simply use the ones they have already.

“Compact laminate is an increasingly popular worktop material, being a trade up from standard laminate and a much more cost- effective design alternative to composites and this focussed training will give installers the confidence and skills to add this to their services.”

Training sessions are being held throughout June across the IDS branch network on the following dates:

Roysth – June 4, Gateshead – June 5, Leeds – June 6, Stoke – June 7, Norwich – June 11, Woodford – June 12, Swindon – June 13,  Exeter – June 18 and Nuneaton – June 19.

All the sessions start at 8.30am with coffee and breakfast rolls served ahead of the training, which takes place between 9-10am.