Castorama Russia, part of Kingfisher group, opened a store in Perm.

The French retailer of DIY and home improvement tools and supplies - opened its outlet in Perm last week.

The store has a space of 12000 sq.m. and provides 35000 products for renovation and gardening.

According to Mayor Shubin, the opening of the store in Perm is a significant event for the city. On the one hand, it marks revival of trade and investment climate warming. On the other hand, the store tends to attract a new wave of DIY-ers in Perm and, facing a competitive market, it will try to meet needs of Perm consumers to buy best products at the best prices. Perm citizens now have a choice where to buy home improvement materials, decorative products, flooring and garden products - at this hypermarket or at small local stores.