Mr. Bricolage, a French franchise group, is expanding into Cyprus. It is working there in cooperation with a company called Lazaros Hadjiforados. The group’s new partner intends to set up a network of DIY stores in the five biggest cities of the Republic of Cyprus. They will be from 1 500 m² to 2 500 m² in size and operate under the Mr. Bricolage banner. So far this company has worked as a wholesaler of plumbing and building materials; it also operates one retail outlet with a sales area of 1 000 m².