Dragons’ Den TrackerWhat Happened to Platinum Pie LTD (renamed TubFix) After Dragons’ Den?
Platinum Pie LTD (renamed TubFix) appeared on Dragons’ Den in 2018, Series 16 Episode 9. The business was a bathroom construction service. They secured investment from Deborah Meaden on the show. The company was sold in 2021.
The Pitch
Laurence Beeke walked into the Den in 2018 with a bathroom construction service. They were asking for £50,000 in exchange for 33% of the business.
The pitch landed well enough in the Den that at least one Dragon decided to back it.
The Deal
A deal was struck on the show. Deborah Meaden offered £50,000 for 33%, and Laurence Beeke accepted.
It’s worth noting that Dragons’ Den deals agreed on camera often go through further negotiation off-screen. Some complete as shown; others are renegotiated or never finalise at all. The company’s subsequent trading history is the clearest indicator of what actually happened.
What Happened After the Show
Platinum Pie LTD (renamed TubFix) was sold in 2021. An acquisition can signal very different things — sometimes it’s a strong exit for the founders, sometimes it’s a distressed sale to recover creditor debts. Without more specific information, the nature of the exit here isn’t clear.
Is Platinum Pie LTD (renamed TubFix) Still in Business?
Platinum Pie LTD (renamed TubFix) was sold in 2021. Whether the business continues to trade under new ownership is not publicly confirmed.
Related Companies
If you’re curious about other businesses from the same episode, you might also want to look at The Drinks Bakery, OMG Tea, RCG Hair Ltd (Click n Curl). Each has its own story of what happened after the Den.
