Our progress over the years.
1982
Our Beginnings
Claytons was established as a business when we began custom building kitchens from a garage of a suburban home in Essendon, Victoria. We catered to new home builders in Victoria and proudly continue to serve and maintain valuable partnerships with some of our original customers from back then.
1983
Essendon, VIC
We moved to an 800sqm factory in Essendon, Victoria and began to grow the business.
1991
Campbellfield, VIC
As the business grew bigger, we moved to a 2000sqm premises in Campbellfield, Victoria to better accommodate us.
1997
Laverton North, VIC
Claytons decided to expand further and made significant investment in state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and technology, along with purpose-built premises in Laverton North, Victoria. We became one of Australia’s leading joinery manufacturing operations. An iconic billboard at the back of our building featuring a happy child became synonymous with our brand.
2003
Queensland Branch
The company headed interstate and widened our reach when we secured a 1000sqm premises in Queensland. This was a step that initiated our growth nationally.
2007
New Technology
The business further invested in the latest technology to improve the quality and accuracy of our finished product. This technology allowed labour intensive tasks to be automated and produced on machines. There was also a strong emphasis on lasers and probe type devices on manufacturing equipment, to ensure precision and consistency of the highest standard.
2008
Parent Company
Anmar Group was formed as the parent company to oversee operations of the group’s subsidiary companies.
2009
Distribution Centre
Claytons acquired the second premise in Victoria to accommodate our national logistics distribution centre. This addition allowed us to store approximately 400 finished kitchens and ensure on time and in full delivery to our clients.
2011
Stone Plant
We acquired Marbut Stone, establishing a unique ‘one-stop’ proposition for our customers—offering joinery, stone benchtops, and glass splashbacks. Research and development at Claytons also led us to establish an operational ‘Kitchen Lab’ display center, showcasing prototypes of tomorrow’s products.
2012
South Australia Branch
Claytons officially opened an 800sqm branch in South Australia to expand operations across the state.
2013
New South Wales Branch
Claytons opened a 600sqm branch in New South Wales, aiming to extend its operations statewide.
2014
Delivered On Time
Claytons invests in a new fleet of trucks and forms a partnership with Ron Crouch Transport in Victoria to bolster the logistics operations. This collaboration ensures efficient product transportation, both locally and interstate.
2016
Claytons Alfresco
Claytons establishes the luxury brand “Claytons Alfresco,” and extensive work begins on promoting the products in the builder market.
2018
New Head Office
New Head Office: Claytons relocated its head office and factory to new premises in Truganina, VIC. The expansive new factory is purpose-built to accommodate state-of-the-art machinery, streamlined logistics, and warehouse operations. Additionally, it features a brand-new showroom.
2019
Alfresco Retail
Claytons Alfresco brand is launched to the retail market with the Urban Living Range and Lifestyle Range of outdoor kitchen products.
2020
Style by Choice
Style by Choice is a collection of resources developed by the team at Anmar Group for the Australian Building and Joinery industry. Launched online the resources are a Joinery Guide and Product Catalogue that is available to download freely.
2022
Claytons at 40
In 2022, Claytons marked 40 years of business success, a proud milestone. We extend our gratitude to all who have worked hard and contributed to our achievements over the years.
