Founded in 1909 and headquartered in Dublin, Grafton Group plc is a prominent player in the construction industry, specializing in the distribution of building materials. With a strong presence in the UK, Ireland, the Netherlands, and Belgium, the company serves trade customers engaged in various construction projects, from residential repairs to house building. As a publicly quoted company since 1965, Grafton Group operates over 630 branches, employs around 12,000 people, and is listed on the London Stock Exchange as part of the FTSE 250 Index.