About us
A family business with a passion for kitchens
Established in 1973 by Charles, and run by the Warnes family ever since, we know a bit about what’s needed to create the perfect kitchen. You could say we have a passion for it. A love that has been nurtured for over 50 years.
It’s that experience coupled with a strong commitment to customer service, that allows us to help our clients to realise their own dream kitchen. After all, it is where we spend most of our family time.
Over 50 years of innovation
1973
Humble beginnings
COD is established by Charles Warnes from his cellar at home
1974
Top brands on board
COD becomes one of the first partners of Neff and Bosch
1974
A first for the UK
We sell Leibherr’s first ever piece of UK refrigeration
1975
And more to come
COD becomes one of the first partners of Miele
1976
Brave ambition
Charles sells his home to buy a retail shop in Altrincham
1977
Kitchen innovation
The kitchen design, sales and installation department is born
1979
Another first in luxury
COD becomes Gaggenau’s first UK account
1980
Moving on up
We move home to the current site
1982
Show Business
The showroom and offices are built
1988
Building ambition
Showroom and office expansion
1997
Next generation
Charles’s son Andrew joins COD
2009
Now we’re cooking
The Cheshire Cookery School opens within COD’s building
2010
Family ingredients
Lisa Warnes joins the team to run the cookery school
2018
Founder retires
After 45 years’ hard work Charles takes a bow
2018
Evolution not revolution
Andrew takes on the role of managing director
The Team
Dedicated to customer satisfaction
Kitchen Designers
Full of ideas and inspiration, our creative designers will produce detailed plans, and even 3D walkthroughs, to bring your kitchen to life.
Appliance Experts
Our dedicated team of appliance consultants know their stuff. Trained directly by the manufacturers, they have the knowledge to help select the right product for you.
Delivery Crew
Arriving in our own COD branded vehicles, our attentive team will carefully deliver your appliance and treat your home with the utmost respect throughout.
Installations Team
COD’s qualified, experienced craftspeople have the skill and expertise to install your dream kitchen with the attention to detail it deserves.
Client Support
Our dedicated support team back in the office are always available, making sure everything runs smoothly, and that our customers are completely happy with our service throughout.