Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Builders Merchant in Fife
Established in 1986, Cartmore Building Supplies has grown into Fife's largest independent builders merchant. With depots in Lochgelly and Polmont, we specialise in supplying high-quality building materials to trade and public customers across East Scotland. Our offerings include decorative aggregates, facing bricks, drainage systems, and landscaping products, supported by a dedicated team with over 600 combined years of construction sector experience.We maintain strong partnerships with national housebuilders like Barratt and regional developers, while prioritising local community engagement. As a member of the Builders Merchant Federation and founding member of the National Buying Group, we combine local independence with nationwide buying power to deliver competitive pricing and exceptional service.
Services
Building Materials Supply
Landscaping Products
Drainage Solutions
Joinery & Insulation
Concrete Dispensing
Timber Supply
Decorative Aggregates
Trade Accounts
Local Deliveries
Product Blending
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- Established in 1986 with 30+ years serving Scottish construction sectors
- Own bagging and blending facilities for custom decorative aggregates
- Supplies leading national housebuilders including Barratt and Stewart Milne
- Operates Scotland's first Fibo Collect concrete dispensing drive-thru station
- Maintains 600+ combined years of construction industry expertise among staff
What people say
Reliable deliveries
Expert staff
Quality products
Competitive pricing
Excellent service
Services
Building Materials Supply
Cartmore provides comprehensive building materials including facing bricks, concrete blocks, and construction chemicals. Our Lochgelly depot specialises in heavy-side materials like drainage systems and reinforcement products. With direct relationships with manufacturers such as Hanson and Ibstock, we guarantee quality materials for both trade and DIY customers across Scotland.
Landscaping Products
Our Polmont landscaping centre showcases decorative aggregates, porcelain paving, and garden walling products. The Cavelston range includes unique blends of decorative chips and roughcast materials. Customers benefit from expert advice on product selection and access to exclusive ranges like EverWall artificial wall panels and Moderna porcelain paving.
Fibo Collect Service
Scotland's first drive-thru concrete dispensing facility offers precise quantities of concrete, mortar, and screed from 0.25m. The automated system provides consistent quality with options for retarder and air entrainer additives. Customers can collect materials loose or in tubs, with delivery options available for larger projects.
Drainage Systems
We stock comprehensive drainage solutions including Marley plastic systems, Naylor ducting, and Clarkdrain surface water channels. Our range covers 100mm-300mm pipes, manhole systems, and geotextiles. Technical support ensures correct specification for residential and commercial projects across Scotland.
Joinery & Insulation
Cartmore offers treated timber, decking boards, and structural carcassing materials. Our insulation range includes loft rolls, floor boards, and roofing solutions. We also supply composite decking systems with matching accessories, ensuring complete solutions for both internal and external construction projects.
People
Gordon Banks
Director
With decades of construction industry experience, Gordon leads strategic direction while maintaining focus on customer relationships and operational excellence across Cartmore's depots.
John Wardrope
Director
Overseeing procurement and supplier relationships, John ensures Cartmore maintains competitive pricing and exclusive product ranges from leading manufacturers across the UK construction sector.
Alan Bremner
Sales Office Manager
Managing the Lochgelly sales team, Alan provides expert product advice and coordinates logistics solutions for trade customers requiring timely material deliveries to construction sites.
Mark Boulton
Transport Manager
With responsibility for Cartmore's 5 HGV crane vehicles and Purvis Group partnerships, Mark ensures efficient delivery operations across Scotland's central belt and beyond.
John Fairley
Director
Focusing on product development and innovation, John drives expansion of Cartmore's unique Cavelston aggregate blends and specialist landscaping product ranges.
Questions
What is Fibo Collect and how does it work?
Fibo Collect is Scotland's first drive-thru concrete dispensing system allowing customers to collect precise quantities (0.25m³+) of concrete, mortar, and screed with mixing completed in under 5 minutes.
Do you supply materials to DIY customers?
Yes, while we specialise in trade accounts, our Lochgelly and Polmont depots offer building materials and expert advice to DIY enthusiasts undertaking home improvement projects.
What delivery options are available?
We operate 5 specialised HGV crane vehicles and offer deliveries through the Purvis Group network, covering Scotland and extending to Northern England with bulk and pallet distribution options.
Can I get custom aggregate blends?
Our Cavelston processing facility creates bespoke decorative aggregates and roughcast blends tailored to specific project requirements, with both loose and bagged options available.
Do you stock landscaping display materials?
Our Polmont centre features full-scale landscaping displays showcasing decorative paving, garden walls, and aggregate applications using products from leading brands like Tobermore and Bradstone.
What trade account benefits exist?
Trade customers receive competitive pricing, dedicated account management, and priority delivery scheduling. We serve major contractors like Barratt while supporting local tradespeople with tailored service options.
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