With 54% of visitors to the Ideal Home Show planning to Move House, Self Build, Renovate or Extend, EXTEND Expo, is now the busiest area at Ireland’s favourite event for home owners. Many people are opting to upgrade their existing homes rather than moving to a new home and are allocating significant budgets to do so.

ECO Expo – The Home Energy Show

ECO Expo – The Home Energy Show - is one of the busiest sections of the Ideal Home Show (36%). The continued increase in energy prices means more business for suppliers of: Heating Systems, Energy Ratings, Double Glazing, Heating Control Systems and alternative energy sources.

The Ideal Garden

The Spring Ideal Home Show caters to the gardening enthusiast and to those home owners who are simply looking for ways to make their garden part of their home.

Interiors, Décor and Art

A new section of the Ideal Home Show has become established since the introduction of The Dulux Interior Design Advice Centre.

Furniture & Decor

Furniture & Décor is always one of the most popular parts of the Ideal Home Show and features the finest ranges of furniture from stylish leather suits to rosewood oriental and classic reproduction pieces.

Over 20% of visitors are looking for Kitchens or Bathrooms with significantly increased business reported from kitchen and bathroom suppliers in 2011. As well as securing direct orders, many exhibitors use the event to gather a list of prospective customers which they contact by email throughout the year.

Home Accessories

This is the place to display all those special products that make a house a home.  Exhibits include a carefully selected range of wares such as gadgets and labour saving devices, the latest in kitchen utensils, crockery, cookware, appliances and cleaning products.

Health & Fitness

The Health & Fitness section provides a source of new business for suppliers of jacuzzis, saunas, exercise & gym equipment.

Active Retirement Show (Spring Only)

Ireland has an increasing population entering retirement age. In addition many people are taking early retirement. Gone are the days when retirement meant inactivity – retirement is the start of a new life including hobbies, travel, fitness, cooking and a healthier lifestyle.