Wickes Standard Electric Element - Chrome 300W

Electric - A general term for the flow of electric charge

White - A colour combining all colours

Chrome - A shiney metalic finish where chromium is electroplated onto an object

Button - A round or square object used for fastening clothing or other items

Summer - The season between Spring and Autumn. Usually the hottest season of the year

fuel - A material used to generate energy.

button - A small fastener used on clothing to secure two pieces of fabric together.

Chrome - A shiney bright metalic coating of chromium applied to metals

Wickes began trading in 1972 as a do-it-yourself store. They now have over 200 stores throughout the UK. The company focus on supplying products to the building trade, as well as materials for home improvement projects. Their products range from fitted kitchens and bathrooms, to all manner of building supplies. They sell doors, windows, flooring, tiles, paint, wallpaper, decorative materials, lighting, heating, plumbing, work wear and gardening supplies. They also offer professionally designed bespoke kitchens and bathrooms, alongside their budget take home ranges. The company was purchased by the builders merchants Travis Perkins in 2005. They now also have stores in mainland Europe, Ireland and South Africa.