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A Better Alternative to Magnet Kitchens in Stockport — Blum Drawers, 18mm Rigid Build, Trade Prices
Made to Order
Custom sizes available
Custom sizes available
Rigid Built
18mm carcasses, not flat-pack
18mm carcasses, not flat-pack
Nationwide Delivery
Anywhere in the UK
Anywhere in the UK
10 Working Days
Fast turnaround as standard
Fast turnaround as standard
Magnet Kitchens has a well-established showroom on Manchester Road in Stockport, SK4, and with over 150 locations across the UK, they’re one of the most recognised kitchen brands on the high street. If you’re a Stockport homeowner considering Magnet for your new kitchen — perhaps you’ve already visited their Manchester Road showroom or browsed their range online — it’s worth knowing about an independent alternative just 30 minutes away that offers the same premium drawer hardware at a fraction of the price.
To Magnet’s credit, they do use Blum drawers in their kitchens, which is a genuine mark of quality. Blum is a world-leading Austrian hardware manufacturer, and any kitchen fitted with Blum components benefits from smooth, durable drawer operation. However, Magnet operates as a consumer-direct showroom brand, which means their pricing reflects the cost of maintaining over 150 high street locations, national marketing campaigns, and in-showroom sales teams. That overhead is ultimately built into the price you pay. For Stockport homeowners who want Blum-quality hardware without the showroom markup, there is a better option.
SJB Trade Kitchens also fits Blum Antaro soft-close drawers as standard on every kitchen — but at trade prices that are typically 30–50% less than high street showroom pricing. Every unit is rigid built using 18mm Egger and Kronospan carcasses with 18mm solid backs, made to order with custom heights, depths, and widths available. Steve, our owner, has over 20 years in the kitchen industry and works closely with a specialist manufacturer based next door to our Oldham showroom. We’re just 30 minutes from Manchester Road in Stockport — visit us at Unit N, Central Trading Estate, Coulton Close, Oldham, OL1 4EB, and compare the build quality and pricing for yourself. You can also read our detailed Magnet Kitchens comparison and explore our full range at trade prices.
SJB Trade Kitchens vs Magnet Kitchens — How Do They Compare?
| Feature | SJB Trade Kitchens | Magnet Kitchens (Stockport) |
|---|---|---|
| Carcass Thickness | 18mm as standard | Varies by range |
| Carcass Material | Egger / Kronospan | Not publicly specified |
| Back Panel | 18mm solid back | Varies by range |
| Drawer Brand | Blum Antaro soft-close | Blum drawers |
| Construction | Rigid built only | Varies by range |
| Delivery | Nationwide from 10 working days | Varies by location |
| Pricing Model | Trade prices — 30–50% less than high street | Consumer showroom pricing (150+ locations) |
| Showroom | Oldham (30 mins from Stockport) | Manchester Road, SK4 |
Why SJB Trade Kitchens Is the Better Choice
Same Blum Drawers, Significantly Lower Price
Both SJB and Magnet use Blum drawers, so you’re getting the same world-class hardware either way. The difference is price. SJB operates at trade-level pricing without the overheads of 150+ high street showrooms, national TV advertising, and large sales teams. That means you get Blum Antaro soft-close drawers as standard at a price that’s typically 30–50% less than Magnet’s consumer pricing.
18mm Solid Backs on Every Unit
SJB fits 18mm solid back panels on every unit as standard. This adds significant structural rigidity, especially on wall-mounted cabinets that need to support heavy crockery and cookware. It’s a specification detail that many high street brands don’t match across all their ranges, and it makes a real difference to long-term durability.
Exclusively Rigid Built — No Flat-Pack Anywhere
SJB supplies rigid built kitchens only. Every unit arrives fully assembled and ready to install, which saves hours of on-site assembly time and eliminates the risk of misaligned panels or weak joints that can occur with flat-pack construction. If your fitter’s time costs money, rigid units pay for themselves quickly.
Personal Service from a 20-Year Industry Veteran
When you buy from SJB, you deal directly with Steve — the owner, designer, and the person who’s been in the kitchen industry for over two decades. There’s no call centre, no rotating sales staff, and no corporate scripts. Steve handles your design, answers your questions, and ensures your kitchen is exactly right before it’s ordered.
From Design to Reality: See the Difference
Every SJB kitchen starts with a detailed CAD design so you can see exactly how your finished kitchen will look before a single unit is ordered. Here is what that looks like in practice.
The CAD design produced by Steve before the kitchen was ordered
The finished kitchen installed by the customer – exactly as designed
“Steve is absolutely epic! Really nice guy. 100% genuine and to be trusted. Really easy to work with. Couldn’t do enough and always on hand.
The kitchen was amazing quality and the kitchen looked exactly like the images he produced on his computer. The units came ready built which saved a lot of time! Even if you’re not a joiner it was really easy to assemble and fit.
The kitchen is great quality and a VERY competitive price! 100% recommended! Thank you so much!”
— Scott, verified SJB Trade Kitchens customer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
What Our Customers Say
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. SJB fits Blum Antaro soft-close drawers as standard on every kitchen, which is the same trusted hardware brand used by Magnet. The key difference is that SJB offers these at trade prices — typically 30–50% less than Magnet’s consumer showroom pricing — because we don’t carry the overheads of 150+ high street locations.
SJB Trade Kitchens in Oldham is approximately 30 minutes from Magnet’s showroom on Manchester Road, SK4 Stockport, via the M60 motorway. It’s a straightforward drive, and many Stockport customers visit both showrooms to compare pricing and build quality before making a decision.
SJB is an independent kitchen specialist that works closely with a manufacturer based next door to our Oldham showroom. We don’t have the costs of running 150+ retail locations, national advertising, or large sales teams. Those savings are passed directly to you, which is why our trade pricing is typically 30–50% lower than high street brands like Magnet.
SJB is primarily a supply-only kitchen specialist, which is one of the reasons we can keep prices so competitive. However, Steve can recommend trusted local fitters in the Stockport and Greater Manchester area if you need one. Many of our customers are tradespeople or confident DIYers who prefer to install themselves.
Absolutely. Our Oldham showroom at Unit N, Central Trading Estate, Coulton Close, OL1 4EB is open for visits — no appointment necessary. You can see and handle the 18mm carcasses, test the Blum Antaro drawers, and discuss your project directly with Steve. Call 0161 509 4221 if you’d like to arrange a specific time.
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SJB Trade Kitchens is an independent kitchen specialist. All competitor names are used for comparative purposes only based on publicly available specifications. SJB Trade Kitchens is not affiliated with Wren Kitchens, DIY Kitchens, Magnet, Wickes, or Howdens.
