Kirklands (Staffordshire) Ltd

29/09/2026

Fitting out or upgrading a commercial kitchen in the UK doesn't have to break the bank!

If you're looking for heavy-duty appliances without paying full price, B-grade and second-hand catering equipment might be the smartest investment for your business.

Check out the essential buyer's guide from Kirklands Catering Equipment:

https://kirklands.co.uk/2026/09/16/buying-second-hand-b-grade-catering-equipment-a-buyers-guide-for-uk-kitchens/

What You'll Learn:

What is B-Grade Equipment? Understanding why ex-display items, slightly cosmetic-damaged stock, or customer returns offer full functionality at a fraction of the cost.

Massive Cost Savings: How buying pre-owned frees up budget for essential operational costs, staffing, or marketing.

Key Checks Before You Buy: What to look out for regarding visual inspection, compatibility, power requirements, and safety compliance.

Peace of Mind: Why choosing tested, reconditioned kit with a supplier guarantee beats taking risks on unverified marketplace listings.

Whether you’re opening a new café, upgrading your restaurant's line, or running a mobile unit, shop smart and make your equipment budget stretch further!

Have you bought B-grade or refurbished equipment for your kitchen? Share your experiences or top tips in the comments!

See how we installed a Rational iCombi Pro 10-grid oven for a local school, including equipment removal and a specialist drain pump.

29/09/2026

Kitting out a commercial kitchen doesn't have to mean paying full price for everything on the spec sheet.

A lot of operators write off second-hand and B-grade catering equipment without realising how much of the market runs on it — care homes, schools, start-up kitchens and independents all use it to get commercial-grade kit without the new-equipment price tag. Done properly, it's not a compromise. Done badly (a private sale with no history, no testing, no warranty), it can be an expensive mistake.

We've put together a buyer's guide covering what actually matters before you buy: service history, PAT testing and gas safety, CE/UKCA marking, warranty cover, and which equipment categories are worth buying used versus which ones you should think twice about.

Read it here: https://kirklands.co.uk/2026/09/16/commercial-refrigeration-buying-guide-choosing-the-right-fridge-freezer-or-cold-room-for-your-kitchen/

If you're planning a fit-out or replacing a single piece of kit and want to talk through what's currently available, our team's happy to help.

See how we installed a Rational iCombi Pro 10-grid oven for a local school, including equipment removal and a specialist drain pump.

24/08/2026

Is your kitchen’s extraction system working hard enough for you?

Whether you are running a fast-paced commercial restaurant kitchen or designing an open-plan culinary space, effective extraction and ventilation is one of the most vital investments you can make.

It’s not just about getting rid of strong cooking smells—proper extraction keeps your air clean, your space safe, and your operation compliant with health and safety standards.

In our latest article, we break down everything you need to know about kitchen ventilation systems:

✅ Air Quality & Health: How properly sized extraction hoods filter out grease particulates, smoke, and excess heat to create a safe working environment.

✅ Compliance & Fire Safety: Meeting strict safety regulations and maintaining grease filter cleanliness to protect against fire hazards.

✅ Noise & Energy Efficiency: Choosing quiet, energy-efficient fans and modern control systems that won't ruin the ambiance or inflate running costs.

✅ Custom System Design: Why choosing the right system layout from canopy hoods to wall-mounted extractors matters for your specific kitchen footprint.

Don't wait for compliance issues or poor airflow to slow down your kitchen operations!

👇 Read the full guide here:

https://kirklands.co.uk/2026/08/15/kitchen-extraction-ventilation/

Quick Question for Commercial Kitchen Owners: How often do you get your extraction ductwork professionally serviced and cleaned? Let us know in the comments below! 👇

See how we installed a Rational iCombi Pro 10-grid oven for a local school, including equipment removal and a specialist drain pump.

15/08/2026

Ask any kitchen manager what single piece of equipment causes the biggest headache when it fails during a peak service... and we guarantee it isn't the oven! 🍽️💦

Nothing grinds a busy service to a halt faster than a warewasher that can't keep pace. But with so many options on the market, which commercial dishwasher brand is actually worth your investment?

In our latest blog post, we break down four of the top names UK caterers rely on:
✨ Winterhalter – The tech-forward engineering benchmark
✨ Hobart – High-volume power & proven pedigree
✨ Maidaid – Britain’s warewashing specialist
✨ Classeq – Rugged, easy-to-use simplicity built right here in Staffordshire!

Whether you run a school, care home, busy pub, or high-output restaurant, finding the right machine comes down to your kitchen's specific volume, water costs, and budget.

👉 Read our full brand comparison guide here: https://kirklands.co.uk/2026/08/15/best-commercial-dishwasher/

Looking to upgrade or replace your dishwasher? Give Kirklands (Staffordshire) Ltd. a call today for expert advice, supply, and installation!

See how we installed a Rational iCombi Pro 10-grid oven for a local school, including equipment removal and a specialist drain pump.

30/07/2026

Care Home Kitchen Refurbishment: From Outdated to Outstanding!

When a local care home needed to modernise its ageing kitchen facilities, they turned to the team at Kirklands (Staffordshire) Limited to handle the project from initial survey right through to final installation.

Care home kitchens demand the highest standards of hygiene, efficiency, and durability. Here’s how we transformed the space:

Full Strip-Out: Removed ageing MDF units and outdated equipment to prepare the room for a fresh start.

Seamless Coordination: Worked closely alongside independent contractors to install new commercial flooring seamlessly.

Hygienic Wall Cladding: Installed hygienic WhiteRock PVC wall cladding, providing a smooth, grout-free, easy-to-clean finish perfect for care settings.

Upgraded Catering Equipment: Installed modern commercial refrigeration, a high-efficiency commercial dishwasher, and custom stainless steel fabrication designed specifically for their workflow.

The result? A bright, hygienic, and highly practical commercial kitchen built to support the hard-working care home team for years to come.

Thinking about upgrading your catering facility? Whether it’s a care home, school, café, or restaurant, we provide complete, hassle-free commercial kitchen refurbishments across Staffordshire and surrounding areas.

Contact Kirklands (Staffordshire) Limited today to book your free site survey and consultation!

https://kirklands.co.uk/2026/07/13/commercial-care-home-kitchen-installation-in-staffordshire-kirklands-case-study/

Discover how Kirklands transformed a local care home kitchen with new hygienic WhiteRock wall cladding, commercial refrigeration, bespoke stainless ...

25/07/2026

We recently completed a full care home kitchen refurbishment for a local customer, taking the project from strip-out to finished installation.

✅ Complete removal of the existing kitchen
✅ Hygienic WhiteRock PVC wall cladding
✅ New commercial refrigeration
✅ Commercial dishwasher installation
✅ Bespoke stainless steel fabrication and tabling

The result is a modern, hygienic kitchen built to meet the demands of a busy care home environment.

Read the full case study here 👉 https://kirklands.co.uk/2026/07/13/commercial-care-home-kitchen-installation-in-staffordshire-kirklands-case-study/

Discover how Kirklands transformed a local care home kitchen with new hygienic WhiteRock wall cladding, commercial refrigeration, bespoke stainless ...

23/07/2026

No drain nearby? That doesn’t always mean a new oven installation is off the menu! 🔧

For this local school, we installed a Rational iCombi Pro 10-grid oven and overcame the drainage challenge with a specialist heat-resistant drain pump.

From the initial site survey and removal of three old appliances through to installation and commissioning, we coordinated the complete project.

Read the full case study 👇
https://kirklands.co.uk/2026/07/23/rational-icombi-pro-installation-local-school/

23/07/2026

A new dishwasher installation isn’t always as simple as plugging it in! 🔧

For this local school, we replaced an old sterilising sink and undercounter dishwasher with a new Maidaid pass-through system. After resolving an unexpected electrical issue, the machine was installed, calibrated and demonstrated to the kitchen team.

Read the full case study 👇
https://kirklands.co.uk/2026/07/23/maidaid-pass-through-dishwasher-school-installation/

29/06/2026

29/06/2026

❄️ Cold Storage = Hot Profits! 📈

Is your commercial kitchen's cooling system secretly draining your wallet? From sky-high energy bills to unexpected food waste, outdated refrigeration can cost you a lot more than just the price of a repair.

Upgrading your kitchen's cooling setup isn't just a maintenance chore—it's a smart business move that boosts efficiency, protects your stock, and keeps your kitchen running smoothly.

Check out our latest breakdown on how modern cold storage turns into serious savings:

👉 https://kirklands.co.uk/2026/06/26/cold-storage-hot-profits-upgrading-your-kitchens-cooling/