Independent wall and floor tile importer and retailer Al-Murad has reported another strong year of revenues despite a slight decline in sales.

According to its latest filed accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025, total sales fell 1.6% to £35.4m from £36m in 2024.

Pre-tax profit resulted at £4.8m, down from £8.7m recorded the previous year.

Stated within its report, the company, which operates across a number of stores and family run franchises throughout the UK, said: “The year under review brought unique challenges. The performance of the Company during the year has rationalised and is in line with expectations.

“The core turnover has decreased to £36m as DIY and home renovations surged during the pandemic. The company was able to maintain supply and selling prices due to readily available stock at its warehouse and as such improving the overall gross margin for the year.

“The Company continues to invest in modernising stores, logistical infrastructure, invest in significant IT projects, and marketing campaigns aimed at improving the customer experience. The Company continued in broadening its supplier relationships around the world sourcing the best quality products at the lowest price.”