BKBG

BKBG BKBG is the trusted growth partner for kitchen and bath showrooms and industry partners BKBG differs from other buying groups because it is Shareholder owned.

The Bath and Kitchen Buying Group was established in 1995 to provide competitive advantages to independent kitchen and bath showrooms by creating competitive advantages in purchasing, distribution and business education unavailable from any other source. When independent showroom operators join BKBG they receive an equity interest in the organization, direct activities and share in the profits fro

m its operations. These competitive and financial advantages are reasons why BKBG is able to attract market leaders across the United States. The access to market leaders and the marketing advantages that BKBG offers has enabled the organization to attract the best manufacturers in the industry. By aggregating the collective purchasing power of leading showrooms, BKBG Shareholders receive competitive advantages by receiving cash discounts, preferred pricing and rebates, advantageous freight terms and coop advertising support that they would not obtain on their own.

Turning away projects or quoting extended timelines because the design team is stretched thin is a real cost — both in r...
07/30/2026

Turning away projects or quoting extended timelines because the design team is stretched thin is a real cost — both in revenue and in prospects who move on to a competitor.

BKBG members have access to Nellie Christine Design, an exclusive freelance design partner available to assist with overflow projects, provide design review, and support showroom space planning. It's a practical resource for busy showrooms that want to take on more work without compromising quality or turnaround time.

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Crossville has been manufacturing porcelain tile in Crossville, Tennessee since 1986, building a product line that now s...
07/28/2026

Crossville has been manufacturing porcelain tile in Crossville, Tennessee since 1986, building a product line that now spans porcelain, ceramic, glass, and natural stone for interior and exterior floors, walls, and surface applications.

As one of America's leading tile manufacturers, Crossville brings both product depth and a longstanding commitment to sustainable design — giving kitchen and bath showrooms a reliable partner for projects that demand quality and longevity.

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Most kitchen and bath showrooms advertise to homeowners who are already ready to book. The problem is that by the time a...
07/27/2026

Most kitchen and bath showrooms advertise to homeowners who are already ready to book. The problem is that by the time a homeowner fills out a form, they've often already decided which showrooms feel credible — and that decision happened weeks or months earlier.

Advertising that only targets ready-to-buy prospects misses the entire window where trust, familiarity, and preference are actually being formed.

Read the full article at GoBKBG.com/Blog/contractor-advertising-ideas-campaigns-kitchen-and-bath-businesses-can-use-beyond-basic-lead-gen

Partner Spotlight: American OleanAmerican Olean has been manufacturing and distributing ceramic tile products for reside...
07/23/2026

Partner Spotlight: American Olean

American Olean has been manufacturing and distributing ceramic tile products for residential and commercial projects for decades. Their product line covers glazed and unglazed floor tile, wall tile, ceramic mosaic, porcelain, quarry tile, stone products, and installation materials — a comprehensive offering that gives kitchen and bath showrooms a reliable single source for tile across a wide range of project types and price points.

As a BKBG Preferred Product Partner, American Olean brings both product depth and a commitment to sustainable design that supports the work of designers and construction professionals alike.

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Higher-value kitchen remodeling clients aren't responding to ads about cabinets and countertops. They're responding to a...
07/22/2026

Higher-value kitchen remodeling clients aren't responding to ads about cabinets and countertops. They're responding to a clear picture of what the finished project will do for how they live.

The distinction matters because it changes everything from the ad copy to the landing page to the first conversation in the showroom. When advertising leads with outcomes instead of products, it tends to attract homeowners who already understand the value of design expertise — and are ready to invest accordingly.

Read the full article at GoBKBG.com/Blog/kitchen-remodeling-advertising-how-to-position-kitchen-projects-for-higher-value-leads

Most business software isn't built with kitchen and bath showrooms in mind. Showroom owners end up working around the li...
07/21/2026

Most business software isn't built with kitchen and bath showrooms in mind. Showroom owners end up working around the limitations of generic systems instead of focusing on customers and projects.

BKBG members have access to Breakfront Software — a business management system developed specifically for independent kitchen and bath showrooms. It handles margin and multiplier settings by product category, lead and labor tracking, purchasing controls, scheduling, and catalog mapping that lets designers switch between manufacturers and product lines without rebuilding designs from scratch.

The practical result is less time on administrative processes and more time in front of customers who are ready to buy.

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Some of the most valuable conversations at a BKBG conference don't happen in the sessions — they happen between them. Sh...
07/20/2026

Some of the most valuable conversations at a BKBG conference don't happen in the sessions — they happen between them. Showroom owners from different markets comparing notes on what's working, what isn't, and how they're approaching the same challenges from different angles.

That kind of peer access is difficult to replicate outside of an environment where everyone in the room is running a similar business and has no reason to hold back. Non-competing markets, shared goals, and a built-in culture of openness make those conversations more useful than most formal business consulting.

Past BKBG conferences have brought together hundreds of independent showroom owners, product partners, and industry professionals — and the relationships built there tend to extend well beyond the event itself.

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The BKBG Annual Conference brings together independent showroom owners, design-build businesses, and Preferred Product P...
07/17/2026

The BKBG Annual Conference brings together independent showroom owners, design-build businesses, and Preferred Product Partners for a few days of structured business conversations, peer roundtables, vendor meetings, and industry education.

The format is built around access — every shareholder gets the opportunity to meet directly with product partners to discuss growth strategies, work through challenges, and stay current on where the industry is heading. Peer roundtables connect owners from non-competing markets who are running similar businesses and dealing with the same day-to-day realities.

The sessions are designed to be immediately applicable. The goal is to leave with something you can use in the showroom the following week, not just ideas to think about later.

Save the date — the 2027 BKBG Conference is headed to Tucson, Arizona, February 28 through March 3.
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BKBG is hosting a free webinar on July 21 at 10:00 AM Pacific for independent kitchen and bath showroom owners who want ...
07/16/2026

BKBG is hosting a free webinar on July 21 at 10:00 AM Pacific for independent kitchen and bath showroom owners who want to learn how membership in a member-owned buying group can impact their bottom line.

The session features three experienced BKBG members — Sarah Bovee Hines of Kitchen & Bath World, Frank Morris of Granite State Cabinetry, and Eddie Casanave of Distinctive Remodeling — who will speak firsthand about how community, education, and rebates work together inside the organization.

Registration is free. Register using the link below:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IrsZvcW4QHuHTRLMZmFVig #/registration

One of the more practical advantages of BKBG membership is who picks up the phone when you have a problem.Because BKBG r...
07/16/2026

One of the more practical advantages of BKBG membership is who picks up the phone when you have a problem.

Because BKBG represents more than 200 independent showrooms, Preferred Product Partners treat each member as one of their largest accounts. That means when a field issue comes up, the contact isn't a customer service line — it's typically the manufacturer's owner or national sales manager.

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