Clever ideas, practical solutions and a passion for making everyday life easier – that's what WENKO has stood for since 1959. From its beginnings as a family-run business in Germany to becoming an international household brand, WENKO has always focused on one simple idea: making homes more comfortable, organised and enjoyable with smart products that combine innovation, quality and functionality.

Every great idea starts with a simple thought. For WENKO, it was the desire to make everyday household tasks easier.

The company's success story began in the late 1950s in Germany, when founders Wietze Wenselaar and his wife, Maria Köllner, introduced the country's first metallised ironing board cover. At the time, this was a genuine innovation and laid the foundation for the company's future success.

The name WENKO itself reflects its family heritage, combining the surnames Wenselaar and Köllner. When their son, Hanns-Joachim Köllner, joined the business towards the end of the 1960s, the product range expanded further, marking the beginning of an ongoing journey of innovation and growth.

Today, WENKO offers a comprehensive portfolio of around 6,000 products designed to make life at home easier. From practical bathroom accessories and clever kitchen helpers to functional laundry solutions and stylish living accessories, WENKO brings smart ideas to every corner of your home.

Whether you're looking to create more storage space in a small bathroom, keep your kitchen organised, simplify laundry day or add practical touches to your living space, WENKO offers solutions that combine functionality, attractive design and excellent value for money.

With the support of trend scouts, inventors and designers, approximately 500 new products are developed every year. Guided by the brand's philosophy, "The Better Idea", WENKO continually explores new ways to turn everyday challenges into clever, practical solutions.

Innovation That Makes a Difference

Innovation has always been at the heart of WENKO. With more than 1,000 patents and trademark rights, the company demonstrates its commitment to developing original ideas and practical product solutions.

But innovation is about more than technology – it's about making a real difference in people's daily lives. From clever storage systems and space-saving bathroom accessories to practical kitchen organisers and laundry essentials, WENKO products are designed to save time, create order and make everyday routines more convenient.

Every product reflects the same ambition: to combine smart functionality, thoughtful design and ease of use, helping customers get more out of their homes.

As an international household brand, WENKO stands for products that combine quality, innovation and practical everyday benefits at an attractive price-quality ratio.

The company's philosophy has remained unchanged despite its international growth: customers should be able to enjoy clever solutions that genuinely improve their homes and make everyday tasks simpler.

Whether it's a small accessory that brings order to a cluttered space or an innovative product that transforms an everyday routine, WENKO believes that the best ideas are those that make life easier.