General news and press releases about whats going on at Tembé.
Spring has arrived – is your trade counter ready?
The recent shift to longer days and milder weather signals the start of a busy season for the trade...
March 2026
Tembe are the Fortis Decorating & Chemicals Supplier of the Year
We are incredibly proud to have been named Decorating & Chemicals Supplier of the Year at the recent Fortis Conference, an award voted for by Fortis members themselves.
February 2026
Hippo Bamboo Wipes Highly Commended for Innovation in Sustainability…
Our Bamboo Wipes have been highly commended for Innovation in Sustainability at the Hardware Association Ireland award.
Ready To Go – Tembe Makes Its Debut at The 2026 Hardware Show…
Tembe is delighted to be exhibiting for the first time at The Hardware Show 2026, Ireland’s leading trade event for the construction industry.
November 2025
Tembe Announce New Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director
Tembe, one of the UK’s leading building and decorating suppliers with their Hippo & Filltite brands, are delighted to announce a new leadership structure.
Back By Popular Demand – Tembe Times
Pop the kettle on, pour yourself a cuppa (Yorkshire Tea) and get stuck into the Autumn edition of Tembe Times.
October 2025
Heard by millions on TalkSport: Hippo Pro3 – The Ultimate 3 in 1 Adhesive, Sealant and Filler…
For the first time in over six years, Tembe are back on TalkSport and Fix Radio, reigniting national attention with the launch of their signature product, Hippo Pro3, the all-in-one solution trusted by trade professionals across the UK.
March 2025
Fill Deep Cracks and Gaps in Just One Application
Filltite has announced the launch of a new pro-grade, low density filler for decorating professionals. Thanks to a convenient ready to use formula Fill & Finish Deep Gap Filler makes it effortless to fill deep cracks and gaps.
Get More and Waste Less With 3 for 2 Wipes Promotion
Hippo has launched a limited run 3 for 2 wipes promotion where shoppers can get a whopping 240 heavy duty trade wipes for the price of 160. All of which are neatly packaged in a sturdy re-usable tub, along with 2 convenient refill pouches.
November 2024
Tapes for Flawless Finishes
To support the 1.6 million square meters of plasterboard currently being covered annually, Hippo has announced the arrival of an extensive range of speciality tapes to help professional plasterers achieve perfect surface preparation for flawless plastering jobs.