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FlooringNews starts on page 35

Harrogate buzz for ‘best-ever’ show All new event with fresh ideas for September - pages 49-56

Let the grain take the strain Dennis Flower reports on woody LVT - pages 60-61

Carpet tiles square up Balta brings new trend to market - page 36

Georgian merged Kingsmead moves to sharpen its competitiveness - page 44

Mohawk moves Lano confirms deal in Europe - page 44

Brintons at Buck House Rugs by Royal appointment - page 36

Quick-Step makeover New TV times for laminates - page 40

Expertise online Foundation’s web launch - page 48

Are you getting I.T.?

New man at Metro

Are supplier systems working for retailers - page 46

Malcolm Piper appointed Chairman - page 42

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Flooring Factsheet Adhesives

Flooring factsheet Carpet types TUFTED

WOVEN

With advances in manufacturing technology, 95% of all carpet produced today is tufted. It takes about an hour to make a roll of carpet that might take eight hours to weave. To make tufted carpet, hundreds of yarn-threaded needles are pushed through the primary backing fabric to form loops or tufts, which may be left as is or cut. A heavy adhesive coating is applied to hold the tufts in place and a secondary backing is usually glued on for strength and stability. A wide variety of styles and textures can then be created using various techniques.

Woven carpet may be in a tiny minority of today’s production but still produces some of the finest carpets which are used for prestigious installations. Axminster • The pile of the carpet is inserted into the backing as it is woven and cut to length, creating U-shaped tufts to give a velvety surface. The process locks in the fibre to create a carpet of high durability and performance retention as well as a luxury feel. The process allows for intricate designs and colours to be used – although modern trends mean that the traditional patterned axminster has given way to current fashion trends for plain carpets.

LOOP PILE Berber • Berber carpets look like and are named after a handmade, bulky wool carpet made by the Berber tribes of North Africa and Asia. The loops are made from thick or bulky yarns of wool, nylon, polypropylene or a blend of these fibres to give a cushioned effect underfoot. These carpets are available in an assortment of colours and may be flecked and can be either level loop or multilevel loop.

Wilton • Wilton woven carpets are produced in a similar way to axminsters – the principal difference being that a continuous fibre is woven all the way through. The carpet can be sheared to create a range of cut and loop textured effects. The result is a high quality carpet of unrivalled durability.

Level loop • When all the loops are of the same height, a highly flexible and durable carpet is created which has a natural, casual appearance even when (commonly) it is made from synthetic fibres. The tight loop texture tends to hide marks so it’s a good blend between luxury and practicality.

Flat weave • Manufactured in the same way as wilton, flat weave is a loop pile which allows the yarn to be woven across a wider area to created a flatter, more textured effect.

Multi-level loop • The loops vary to two or sometimes three loop heights to create informal, random textures which are very forgiving for marks and stains and therefore very suitable for high traffic areas and busy family rooms.

ends blend together which then further enhances the overall finish. These carpets tend to ‘shade’ with heavy use. Footprints show easily and the colour looks different from place to place because fibres lying in different directions reflect the light differently. A luxury for occasional rooms.

CUT PILE Freize • Frieze (pronounced free-say) carpets are similar to saxony, but the yarns are more tightly twisted and should always be heat set. They have a dense, low pile surface which creates a coarse, pebbly texture. Frieze carpets are very durable and hide footprints, dust and dirt, which makes them suitable for heavy traffic areas.

CUT AND LOOP When some of the pile is cut and other left as loop, a variety of surface textures and patterns can be created (in a variety of colours). The multi-level surface is excellent for hiding footprints and stains so cut and loop is good for high traffic areas and general purpose rooms in the home.

Saxony • Saxony textures are made of twisted yarns, which should be heat set. The tips remain very distinct, rather than blending together to form a very elegant finish. Saxony textures show footprints and vacuum marks so are suitable for more occasional rooms in the home. More textured variations improve the practicality of saxonies.

Shag pile • Shag pile has varied in popularity. The pile is up to 50mm long and the texture is casual and loose but the surface flattens easily and lacks durability.

Twist • The popular twist carpet is the cut-pile standard. The yarn is tightly twisted and often heatset to retain this feature and the result is a versatile, textured finish that is ideal for plain colours. Velvet • Velvet textures (sometimes called ‘velour’ or ‘plush’) all have a level surface pile of approx 5mm to 10mm height, which is then sheared to give a smooth finish. With very little twist in the yarn, the

BONDED Bonded carpets (sometimes called ‘fibre-bonded’ or ‘fusion bonded’) are created by firing fibres into an adhesive material – the fibres are not stitched into the backing in any way. The technique is principally used for commercial carpet tiles.

Tip Sheared

Level Loop

Velvet/Plush

Frieze

Random Sheared

Multi-Level Loop

Twist

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Flooring factsheet Carpet care guide from WOOLSAFE Housekeeping Tips for Carpets and Rugs Entrance or walk-off mats The use of entrance mats at all outside entrances to the house is highly recommended, as they will significantly reduce the rate at which the carpet will soil. They should be of adequate size to allow street dirt to be removed from shoe soles and must be cleaned regularly themselves.

Services for Retailers Customer carpet care HELPLINE If you have trouble dealing with customer queries like “How do I get red wine stains out of my carpet?” Just give them our HELPLINE 01943 850 817 and we’ll give them the correct advice. Simple. Certified Operator Network For experienced, specialist wool carpet cleaners you can trust visit: www.woolsafe.org/find/aregistered-carpet-cleaner. WOOLSAFE Registered Inspectors Solve disputes with customers with our independent carpet complaint Investigators. Just visit: www.woolsafe.org/find/a-registered-carpetinspector and call your nearest inspector. WOOLSAFE Approved Products Have confidence in the cleaning product you recommend, use the WOOLSAFE Approved Products Directory it contains only safe and effective carpet cleaning products. For spot removers visit: www.woolsafe.org/spotremovers Carpet Care Leaflets We offer to help you develop custom carpet care literature and we also offer generic carpet care leaflets designed to be given away with each cut of carpet. Correct carpet maintenance should start from day one. Web pages and Links We offer to help you develop custom carpet care pages for your website or you can link to our website’s carpet care pages for up-to-date and accurate advice. Contact us by email, telephone or post to: The WOOLSAFE Organisation 49 Boroughgate, Otley, LS29 8NR Tel: 01943 850817 E-mail: office@woolsafe.org or visit www.woolsafe.org The WOOLSAFE Organisation – promoting quality carpet and rug care since 1991. Europe – North America - Australia

Regular Maintenance Regular cleaning will extend the life of a carpet and maintain its appearance. Vacuum clean regularly and thoroughly, which removes gritty dirt that can damage the fibres. Deal with spillages as soon as possible, preferably the moment they occur. Beware of products claiming to be safe on all fibres, including wool. It might be true, but if it does not have the WOOLSAFE Mark, it is not endorsed by most carpet manufacturers! Never use any detergents such as dishwashing liquids, soaps or other cleaners recommended for general household use. Although they may clean the carpet satisfactorily they will almost certainly cause problems such as rapid re-soiling, colour bleeding or other damage to the pile or backing of the carpet. Use only WOOLSAFE approved products WOOLSAFE-approved carpet care products have been independently and scientifically tested and are safe and effective for cleaning and maintaining all types of carpets and rugs.

The Green WOOLSAFE Mark identifies those products that not only are the most suitable for wool and other quality carpets, but also have the right environmental characteristics.

Periodic Cleaning When the carpet or rug reaches a stage where it could do with a really good clean, you can either do the job yourself, or you can call in a specialist carpet cleaning company. If you are considering cleaning the carpet or rug yourself make sure to use only WOOLSAFE approved products. Look for the WOOLSAFE Mark on the bottle or package. It is best to engage the services of a professional carpet & upholstery cleaning company. To get a really expert job done entrust the work to a WOOLSAFE accredited carpet cleaning company. These companies are fully trained, have been in business for a considerable length of time, are members of one or more recognised professional trade associations related to the cleaning industry and have a reputation for top quality service. And they use only WOOLSAFE-approved cleaning agents on your wool carpets and rugs!

If you have a problem with a carpet or rug that requires an independent inspector, a network of carpet complaint investigators, trained and registered by The WOOLSAFE Organisation is available throughout the UK and Ireland. WOOLSAFE Registered Inspectors have extensive experience in investigating the causes for carpet complaints based on their practical involvement with carpets and rugs over many years. They are fully qualified to investigate carpet and rug complaints on-site on behalf of carpet manufacturers, retailers, cleaning companies and carpet owners. They can carry out or commission tests where required, and will provide comprehensive reports. To contact an inspector in your area call 01943 462127, email: inspector@woolsafe.org, or visit: www.woolsafe.org / Private Householder / Registered Inspectors

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maintenance • cleaning • spot removal • protection • inspection

General Rules for Spot Removal

WOOLSAFE Approved Carpet Cleaning Products www.prochem.co.uk

Treatments 1.

Blot with white kitchen roll or paper tissues

Vacuum clean

• Soak up liquids with white kitchen roll, tissues, toilet roll or clean cloth

Cold water

Warm water

• Scoop up or scrape off solids

• Try to identify unknown spots prior to treatment – if unsure, use solvent first

WOOLSAFE-approved carpet shampoo solution (diluted)

WOOLSAFE-approved spot remover for water-based stains

WOOLSAFE-approved spot remover for greasy/oily stains

• Always work from the edge of the spot inwards • BLOT, do NOT rub • Use small quantities of spot remover at a time, applied to a cloth, NOT directly to the spot; work into the spot with a small, soft brush or sponge • Take care with applying solvents to bitumen-backed carpet tiles

Life inspired cleaning innovations www.bissell.com

Absorbent paper or paper tissue and hot iron

Chewing gum remover (solvent or freeze type)

10. Nail varnish remover or acetone

The Clean Carpet you Expect... the Service you Deserve www.servicemasterclean.co.uk

11. White spirit or turpentine substitute 12. Surgical spirit (ethyl alcohol or ethanol)

• When using solvents always ensure there is plenty of fresh air ventilation

14. Rub gently with coarse sand paper

• Always thoroughly rinse out water-based spotters with clean water

15. WOOLSAFE-approved disinfectant or deodorizer

13. Rub with a coin

16. Rust remover

• Dry the spot, if possible, with a hair dryer

17. Carpet re-colouring kit (Treatments used by professional carpet cleaners)

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More Difficult Spots Easy Spots

Spot or stain

Try 1st

Try 2nd Try 3rd

Artificially coloured drinks

Bleach

C/heating radiator fluid

Coffee

Spot or stain

Try 1st Try 2nd Try 3rd

Blood

Felt-tip pen

7 or 11 12

Burn/scorch marks

Furniture polish

Butter

Glue/adhesive (plastic base) 10

Candle wax

Chewing gum

Ink (fountain)

Ink (ballpoint pen)

12 7

Chocolate/cocoa

Lipstick

Cola

Milk

Cream

Nail varnish

Egg

Paint (oil)

Rust

Floor wax Fruit juice

7 3

Gravy and sauces

Herbal tea

Metal polish

Mustard

Oil and grease

Paint (emulsion)

Shoe polish

Tea

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Tar (asphalt)

16 5

5 11 6

5 15

Urine (fresh stain)

Urine (old stain)

Vomit

Red wine

These may require repeated attempts with stronger spot removers. Some stains you may find impossible to remove completely in which case the assistance of a professional carpet cleaner is required.

Vacuum Cleaners the Choice of Cleaning Professionals www.sebo.co.uk

British Wool makes a Better Carpet... Naturally www.britishwool.org.uk

This information is provided with the support of WOOLSAFE members for the benefit of all carpet retailers and fitters.

Flooring factsheet Buying Groups Why join? www.flooringone.co.uk Contact: Glenn Harding Tel: 0121 683 1426 glenn.harding@flooringone.co.uk

www.greendalecarpets.co.uk Contact: Rob Harding Tel: 01432 852000 Fax: 01432 852005 rharding@greendalecarpets.co.uk

Buying groups have been a highly successful feature of the floor retailing scene in the last decade or so, giving independents the extra edge they need to compete effectively with the retail park chains. More than 1000 retailers are now members of one of the several buying groups which operate in our sector and the numbers are slowly, but steadily growing. While the benefits of bulk buying power are self-evident, the resistance to the buying group concept among nonmembers appears to be centred on fears of surrendering some control to a committee – and most particularly compromising long-established relationships and negotiated terms with current suppliers. The bottom line is the bottom line. A retailer selling across a broad range of products is likely to improve margins within a buying group – but you don’t need a leap of faith to join up. Ask the buying groups for answers...

Metro Group www.carpet1st.co.uk Contact: Jill Coward Tel: 01204 393539 jillcoward@carpet1st.co.uk

Pick the right one www.smg-group.co.uk Contact: Mike Symonds Tel: 0118 932 3832 info@smg-group.co.uk

How to decide whether to join a buying group – and which one…

• Evaluate all buying groups as they all work differently • Talk to the main marketing contact and/or a member of the committee

• Get a list of members and call up two or three for a ‘real-world’ view Associated Carpet Group www.smartercarpets.co.uk Contact: Richard Moore Tel: 01942 825520 rjmoore65@googlemail.com rmoore@smartercarpets.com

• Establish your territorial exclusivity – where’s the next nearest member of each buying group

• Ensure you understand the financial arrangements, any

fees that would relate to your membership, how the bills are paid and whether your fees are refundable if it doesn’t work out. Ask the buying group for a consultation to estimate your potential savings

• Review all the extra benefits and services to see what you would actually use

• Check out the product ranges offered including the www.beautifulflooring.co.uk Contact: Paul Phillips Tel: 01892 549050 paul@atbrm.com

own-label options and the UK/European mix

Key benefits Increase margins • Group purchases to get beneficial rates • Rebates • Exclusive higher-margin products • Special promotions One of the key reasons to join a buying group is to benefit from the discounts they negotiate as a bulk buyer from manufacturers. The way discounts and rebates are passed on to members varies between groups so make sure it’s absolutely clear how this will be done. You’ll need to work out how this compares with discounts you have already negotiated locally with preferred suppliers. Increase sales • ‘Best of both worlds’ proposition • Wider ranges and exclusive products • POS, displays and merchandising support Your customers will like the proposition that you are independent but with the buying power of a group – this gives them (and you) the ‘best of both worlds’ with personal service and competitive pricing. Most groups will also offer you ‘own label’ ranges and support with point-of-sale, merchandising and displays. Central stockholding may also be on offer. Access professional services • Business services • Financial services • IT and internet support • Training and workshops • Professional bodies Some buying groups offer an excellent range of other services which may be valuable to your business. Financial services include invoice factoring, credit, loans and insurance. Some of the more sophisticated groups offering marketing packages, software systems to help you run your business operations and customised websites ready to use. Relationships with professional and training organisations can also offer discounts. Network with other independents • Members-only exhibitions with preferred manufacturers • Regular meetings • Regional workshops • Supplier presentations • Helpline A lot of retailers enjoy the buying group environment of being independent but not alone out there on the High Street. Groups hold regular meetings and some have their own trade shows, regional meetings and workshops to help you develop your business. The network gives you someone to call when you need advice on, for example, an unusual installation, a technical consumer complaint, legal issue or business dilemma.

• Ensure you understand any rules that may limit your flexibility to run your business the way you want

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Flooring factsheet Underlay In a tight market for margins, underlay for carpet and laminate flooring offers retailers one of the best opportunities to add value to every sale – with good profitability, trade-up potential once benefits are understood and high satisfaction levels with customers.

www.floorwise.co.uk

But 50% of carpet is still sold without new underlay! Retailers should create an assumption that new underlay is always required, the only decision is which type. It’s also a good target-setter for sales staff. Setting up in-store demonstrations so customers can walk on samples with different grades of underlay and feel the difference has shown excellent results – some manufacturers offer point-of-sale units. www.numa-online.co.uk

Benefits

Types

Good underlay will... • Improve underfoot comfort • Increase appearance retention, reducing flattening • Absorb the pressure of foot traffic and reduce wear • Improve thermal insulation and warmth • Increase sound insulation • Smooth out sub-floor imperfections • Last the lifetime of the carpet

Sponge rubber The market’s most popular underlay is available in flat or waffle patterns in a wide range of weights for different applications. It performs well for comfort and has a durable spring retention. PU (polyurethane) foam PU foam is a relative newcomer to the market, typically made from recycled foam offcuts. The foam provides excellent comfort and performance levels with lots of thickness options and densities – and its light weight helps handling. The product can be re-cycled again after use. Crumb rubber Flat and dense, crumb rubber is good for heavy footfall - offering maximum protection but a little less comfort (and very good over stair nosings). Laminate underlay There’s still an opportunity to sell underlay with laminate flooring, improving the acoustic performance of the floor and helping the boards float above any imperfections in the sub-surface. Combination A rubber crumb base with a felt top layer offers a good combination of protection, durability and comfort. It also allows carpet with seaming to bed into the top felt. Underfloor heating underlay Always ask if there is underfloor heating. Most manufacturers offer specialised products. Underlay and carpet with a combined tog rating up to 2.5 can be used – which means the underlay would normally have a tog rating of 1.0. Felt This traditional (but environmentally friendly) underlay is made from recycled fibres – wool, jute and synthetic – to create a firm, dense pad with excellent thermal insulation. Still a very popular choice among contractors when stretch fitting woven carpets. Pre-tackified underlay A self-adhesive single stick underlay in both needlefelt and PU. A removable system for heavy use when comfort is desired.

Poor or old underlay will... • Feel hard and unwelcoming • Reduce carpet life • Cause wrinkling and premature wear spots • Cause carpet fibres to break down more quickly • Not meet British Standards How thick? A maximum of 12mm is recommended (working with gripper will be difficult thereafter) but rooms with heavy traffic will need a thinner, denser pad. The combination of thickness and density is all important as a thick underlay with low density may not perform well. Typically, the thicker the underlay, the better quality it will need to be – 11mm is often used for luxury installations with 9mm and 7mm the common domestic thickness.

Sponge rubber

Combination

Crumb

PU foam

www.carpenter.limited.uk

www.interfloor.com

www.underlay.com

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Flooring factsheet Carpet trouble-shooter COLOUR MATCHING

SPROUTING

Carpets are produced in batches - known as creels - and usually each batch produces between 500m2 - 3000m2 in a single width, depending on the creel size. Whilst the recipe used by the dyer remains constant, and is followed to the letter, in each separate production the colour reproduction will vary from batch to batch. However production is matched back to the original or master sample to ensure that the colour remains ‘within a commercial tolerance’.

Occasionally an odd tuft or two can work its way to the surface and stand proud of the rest of the pile. This is probably due to one end of the tuft being longer than the other i.e. J shaped tuft instead of V shaped. Remedial action merely requires that the offending tufts be scissor trimmed level with the rest of the pile.They should never be pulled out.

This process if not an exact science and a commercial tolerance is subjective but nevertheless is usually the professional judgement of the head dyer based on his/her experience.

Shading occurs because the pile of the carpet has become crushed, flattened or brushed in a different direction to the natural lie of the pile whilst in situ. This causes light reflection at differing angles resulting in the creation of light and dark patches on the carpet.This will occur on all pile fabrics but can be more noticeable on plainer carpets because the shadows created by pile pressure will not be disguised by a heavy pattern or design.

A greater level of tolerance is required on blended colours (Heathers etc). To ensure perfect colour matching it is advisable that a single width be used in any installation requiring exact colour matching. N.B. Carpets which are laid with the pile travelling in different directions, even though they be from the same batch will appear not to match. For further information please check with the manufacturers recommendations.

SAMPLES The samples held by individual retailers may not be from the same batch as current production and therefore should be used as a guide and not an exact colour match.

SHEDDING The original carpet tile

All cut pile carpets will lose short fibre, which is created during production when spun yarn is cut for tuft formation. These fibres fall onto the surface of the pile and appear as ‘fluff’. The effect varies with yarn type and may be removed without detrimental effect upon the carpet by vacuum cleaning.This excess fibre is only a small fraction of the total fibre contained in the carpet.

PULLED LOOPS

This information is given by responsible manufacturers to help you help your customer to make

• shedding • pulled loops

Pulled loops occur only in looped pile carpet where one or more loops in the continuous pile is pulled through the primary backing of the carpet. This is usually due to some local condition, possibly some sharp object which has caught in a loop in situ and has resulted in a pull. Pulled loops are easily dealt with by trimming the offending end level with the rest of the pile. They should not be left as this could result in further loops being pulled and developing into a ladder.

SHADING

STATIC Carpets do not produce static but like other household fabrics and objects have the capacity to store it. Static is caused by the build up of static electricity upon personnel in a dry environment and is discharged when a person makes contact with an object which can conduct electricity (i.e. door handle or filing cabinets, etc). The static charges will vary in intensity depending upon the individual, air humidity and the contact materials. Static is more usually associated with synthetic materials as they do not retain moisture very well but it can and does occur with wool in very dry room conditions. Preventative measures include the introduction of moisture into the room or in situ carpet treatment.

FADING ON WOOL Carpets made from wool can and do fade in use. The degree of fade can vary depending on the colour chosen and the local conditions to which the carpet is subjected. Fading can be caused by exposure to ultra violet light which is found in daylight, but is accelerated when sunlight shines directly onto the carpet. This has the effect of lightening or “Bleaching” the colour just as exposure to sunlight will lighten human hair. Wool is after all animal hair. Protection should be given to carpets exposed to such conditions just as you would protect other furniture or fabrics. A complaint on fading would be considered justified if it failed to meet the required shade standard when tested to the British Standard BS1006 (1990).

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• sprouting • shading • static • fading • pile reversal • shedding • flattening • soiling

PILE REVERSAL

FLATTENING

(SEE SHADING)

Flattening will occur as a result of traffic which eventually flattens the pile particularly in the main areas of use. All pile fabrics will flatten to greater or lesser degree dependant on the amount of traffic to which it is subjected and the construction (tuft density/pile fibre/height/weight) of the product concerned.

Like shading, this occurs when the pile or nap of the carpet changes direction and thus reflects light at different angles showing the effects of shading which can become permanent. It is also described as ‘watermarking’. This can happen to every carpet construction be it Axminster, Wilton, Tufted, Hand Woven, Persian, Chinese, Indian or even Coir Matting. Like shading it can be more apparent on plain carpet because heavy patterns can disguise the effects. It can occur quite quickly after installation. A tremendous amount of research has been carried out over many years by many institutes to determine the cause of this phenomenon but none of it has proved conclusive. There is no commonly known manufacturing process which can cause or cure this phenomenon and therefore it is not a manufacturing fault. For further information please check with individual manufacturers recommendations.

INDENTATIONS When a carpet is subjected to a heavy point load, such as under the legs of furniture, it is unreasonable to expect the carpet not to indent. Usually, the longer the load is in place, the longer will be the time for the pile to recover. In the case of very heavy loads in place for a considerable time, the recovery time can be very considerable. It must be remembered that it is not only the pile of the carpet that becomes indented. the underlay will also indent and the backing of the carpet may also distort into the indentation in the underlay. Some underlay’s will recover well and some less well depending upon their composition, thickness, density etc. The use of cups below furniture legs can spread the load and the net result is a larger area of less deeply indented carpet. The ability of a carpet to recover from a heavy static load can be measured in the laboratory, using the test method described in BS 4939 and many manufacturers will have data on this aspect of carpet performance. In this test the carpet is loaded for 24 hours and the degree of recovery is measured after 1 hour and 24 hours. Since there are so many different underlay’s however, it is very rare for the recovery from a heavy static load to be evaluated on carpet and underlay. Often normal maintenance (vacuum cleaning with a rotating brush machine) will speed up recovery but in the case of serious indentations the use of an iron and damp cloth or a steam iron together with a blunt darning needle to carefully tease up the pile can be beneficial. Care must be take not to over wet the carpet, of course.

SOILING Soiling is usually the result of some local condition to which the carpet has been subjected to, or maintenance, or lack of maintenance programme. There is nothing we as manufacturers can do to prevent soiling in use. There are several types of soiling which are quite common:

Spillages - Liquids such as soft drinks, cordials or any drink which contains sugar, particularly hot drinks, is likely to leave a stain. In such instances, professional help should be sought.

Shampoo - if incorrectly applied, can leave

sticky soap residues in the fibres which can result in the soiling reappearing quite rapidly.

Dust - which is carried on draughts can soil carpets in various ways, apart from the obvious soiled edges, at gaping skirting boards for instance, dark lines appearing on surface might suggest airborne dust vacuum-drawn through poorly fitted floorboards. Sometimes the shape of floorboards can be seen quite clearly. Air borne dust sometimes shows itself as spots on the carpet, this is due to the air carried on a draught under the carpet escaping through minute holes both in the underlay and the carpet, leaving dust deposited on the pile much like a filter action. In such installations, the use of a lining paper is essential as a preventative measure. It is the responsibility of the retailer to advise the consumer when the carpet is measured of any poorly fitting doors, skirtings, or floorboards and the consumers responsibility to ensure any remedial work to seal draughts, is carried out before the carpet is fitted, if a resulting complaint is to be avoided.

INSTALLATIONS Telephone National Institute of Carpet Fitters (NICF) for further information – 0115 958 3077.

This information is given by responsible manufacturers to help you help your customer to make an informed choice.

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The Stocklists Carpet Company Directory Abingdon Flooring Adam Carpets Ltd Be Tu Tw W Ww Alternative Flooring Associated Weavers Tw Tu Avena Carpets Ltd Tu Ww Axwoven Carpets Ltd Ax Be Axminster Carpets Ltd Ax Be Tw Bajong Carpets NV Tu Tw W Balta Industries Tu Tw W Ww

01274 655694 01562 829966 01264 335111

0121 550 5788 01297 32244 +32 56783250 +32 56 62 2211

Bizspoke Custom Carpets Be Tw W

020 8800 0740

Burmatex Tu

01924 262525

Edel Telenzo Carpets Ltd

Cavalier Carpets Ltd Ax Be Tu Tw W Ww

01254 268000

Christy Carpets Tu

019078 308777

Clarendon Carpets Tw

01675 433066

Classis Carpets Tu W Ww

0870 020 1725

+31 38 4778911

Tu Tw W info@cormarcarpets.co.uk www.cormarcarpets.co.uk

01204 881 234

Enterprise Weaving Co Be Ww

800 223 6186

0113 380 5333

Craigie Carpets Be

01294 558400

Bond Worth Ltd Ax

01562 745000

Creative Carpets Ltd Be Tu Tw W

0116 284 1455

Creatuft Carpets Tu W

Mohawk’s Cherbourg Check

+32 56 35 4444

01422 374 417

01562 745030

Fells Carpets Ww cummings@btinternet.com www.fellscarpets.co.uk

Fletco Taepper A/S Tu W

01977 662211

020 8944 6220

+45 96 60 3000

Firth Carpets & Flooring Be Pr Tu Tw W Ww

Couristan Carpets Ax Tu W Ww

BMK

Tu Tw W sales@edeltelenzocarpets.co.uk www.edeltelenzocarpets.co.uk

Fetcham Furnishings Ltd Tw

020 7823 3040

Edel Telenzo’s Bakerloo

+32 55 335211

01562 825952

Cormar Carpets Ltd

0800 505055

Domo Floorcovering Pr Tu Tw

E & WE Carpets W

Blenheim Carpets Ax Be Tw W Ww

Brintons Ax Tu Tw W Ww

0844 9151000

01282 862 736

Be Tu Tw W office@brontecarpets.co.uk www.brontecarpets.co.uk

+31 383 861 060

01924 488882

Dan-Floor UK W

01254 296829

Condor Carpets BV Tu

+32 56 23 54 10

01737 830301

Drury Lane Carpets Ltd Be Tu Tw W

Bronte Carpets Ltd

Belvedere Carpets

BIC Carpets Be Tw W

01562 828200 www.brockway.co.uk

01422 330261

Belvedere Carpets

Betap Tufting BV Tu Tw W

Tw W sales@brockway.co.uk

01422 431100

Beaulieu International Group Be Pr Tu Tw +32 56 67 66 11

Tu W sales@belvederecarpets.co.uk www.belvederecarpets.co.uk

Brockway Carpets Ltd

Custom Carpet Company Ax Be Tu Tw W Ww

01484 721529

Furlong Flooring Tw W enquiries@furlongcentral.co.uk www.furlongflooring.co.uk

01772 696 787

Brockway’s Vogue

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Gaskell Wool Rich Tu Tw W

01827 831525

Master Weaver W Ww

01562 754 382

Tasibel NV Tw

Gaskell Mackay Carpets Ltd Ax Tu Tw W

01429 892525

Mayfield Carpets Tu Tw W

01706 639 866

The Grosvenor Wilton Co W Ww

01562 701456

Georgian Carpets Tu Tw W

01827 831430

MID NL Be

The Sultana Carpet Co Ax

01299 822300

The Wilton Carpet Co Ax W Ww

0845 296 8850

Thomas Witter UK Ltd Tu Tw

0870 1128318

Godfrey Hirst (GB) Ltd Tu

0800 526696

Halbmond Teppichwerke Be Pr Tu Heckmondwike FB

+31 38 851 8700

Modulyss Be Tu Tw Pr

+32 52 457211

+49 037 421 420 01924 410544

Timzo Tufting Industry BV Tu

Mohawk Europe

ITC Be Pr Tw Tu

0032 51 424 411

John Lanham Watts Carpets Ax Tw Ww John Evans Ltd Ax Tu Tw W

marinagooch@mohawkeurope.com www.mohawkinternational.com

01480 479830 01480 471304

01937 588511

Kingsmead Carpets Tu Tw W

01827 831400 01827 831 424

Lano NV Ax Pr Tu Tw W Ww marketing@lano.be www.lano.com

+32 56 65 4300

Trendy Tuft Designs Be Tu Tw W

01274 855080

01675 433031

Ulster Carpets Ax Be Tu Tw W Ww

02838 334433

Penthouse Carpets Tu Tw W

01706 341231

United Carpets & Beds Tw W Ww

01709 732 666

Phoenox Textiles Pr Tu

01484 863227

Victoria Carpets Tu Tw W Ww

01562 749300

Pownall Carpets Tw W

0845 6528811

Vorwerk

08700 104484

Westex Carpets Tu

01274 861334

Weston Hammer W

0845 644 9090

Whitestone Weavers Ltd Ax Be Tu Tw W Ww

01429 892555

Wilkies Carpets Tw

0113 307 9955

Roger Vanden Berghe.NV Tu Ww

Lecaflor Ltd Ax Be Pr Tu Tw W Ww

0800 78 33 712

Sans Frontieres Ltd Be Pr Tu Tw W Ww

Leigh Spinners Ltd Tw

01942 673232 +32 56 393 386

07860 911748

Ossfloor UK

+32 05685 4747

Louis de Poortere W

Tisca Tiara Tu Ww

01827 831 450

Ryalux Carpets Ltd Be Tu Tw W

Le Tissage d'Arcade Ax Ww

+31 38 385 4477

Mr Tomkinson Tw Ww 07850 935301

Joseph Hamilton & Seaton W

+32 52 499600

Shaw Home Foundations Tu

+32 56 73 57 11

0845 652 8811

0844 5611977

01675 433 501

Woodward Grosvenor Ax Tu Tw W Ww

Signature Carpets Be Tu W

01422 845075

0800 526696

Lusotufo Tu

01388 664101

TAT Carpet

07976 607657

Wool Classics Tu Ww

Manx Carpets Tw W

01827 831 434

Tapibel NV Pr Tu Tw

01623 481 221

Woven Carpets of Kidderminster W 01299 827477

Bronte’s Cream Shagpile

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Cormar’s Berwick

0207 349 1560

Wellington Stripe from Ulster

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The Stocklists Wholesale Distribution Directory National Mercado Leeds 0113 3802900 sales@mercado.co.uk www.mercado.co.uk

Fells Carpets Goole 01977 662211 sales@fellscarpets.co.uk www.fellscarpets.co.uk

North East Carpet & Flooring Gateshead 0191 482 7373 gateshead@carpetandflooring.co.uk www.carpetandflooring.co.uk Fells Carpets Goole

01977 662211 sales@fellscarpets.co.uk www.fellscarpets.co.uk Floorwise (North East) Ltd Birtley - see Floorwise p16 Vanguard Carpets Redditch 0845 601 1189 customerservices.redditch@ carpetandflooring.co.uk www.vanguardcarpets.co.uk Wood Floor Sales Redditch 01527 511888 help.redditch@ carpetandflooring.co.uk www.woodfloorsales.com

North West A&A Carpets Manchester 01204 701188 sales@aandacarpets.co.uk www.aandacarpets.co.uk

D. M. Miller Ltd Manchester 0161 205 9949 dm.miller@btconnect.com www.dmmillerltd.spaces.lives.com Fells Carpets Goole

01977 662211 sales@fellscarpets.co.uk www.fellscarpets.co.uk Green Tree Distribution Stone, Staffordshire 01785 818005 kevin@greentreedistribution.co.uk Lee Floorstok Ltd Liverpool - see Floorwise p16 Lee Floorstok Ltd Manchester - see Floorwise p16 MCA Floorwise Ltd Morecambe - see Floorwise p16 Millbrook Carpets Darwen 01254 703999 millbrookcarpets@live.co.uk Vanguard Carpets Redditch 0845 601 1189 customerservices.redditch@ carpetandflooring.co.uk www.vanguardcarpets.co.uk Carpet & Flooring Manchester 0161 786 6800 manchester@ carpetandflooring.co.uk www.carpetandflooring.co.uk Wood Floor Sales Redditch 01527 511888 help.redditch@ carpetandflooring.co.uk www.woodfloorsales.com

Midlands

East

Carpet & Flooring Birmingham 0121 421 9131 birmingham@ carpetandflooring.co.uk www.carpetandflooring.co.uk

Beds Flooring Bedford 01234 341234 sales@bedsflooring.co.uk www.bedsflooring.co.uk

DMS Flooring Supplies Northampton 0845 643 5601 dmsnorthampton@ dmsflooringsupplies.co.uk

Faithfull Floorcovering Suffolk 01473 822341 sales@faithfulls.co.uk www.faithfulls.co.uk

Floorwise D & J Ltd Southam - see Floorwise p16

STS Flooring Distributors Ltd Cambridge Tel: 01954 781142 sales@stsflooring.co.uk www.stsflooring.com See page 31 for details

Green Tree Distribution Stone, Staffordshire 01785 818005 kevin@greentreedistribution.co.uk J J Wholesale & Distribution Ltd Birmingham 0121 765 4994 jjwholesale@gmx.com STS Flooring Distributors Watford 08454 342000 sales@stsflooring.co.uk www.stsflooring.com see page 30 for details

Vanguard Carpets Redditch 0845 601 1189 customerservices.redditch@ carpetandflooring.co.uk www.vanguardcarpets.co.uk Wood Floor Sales Redditch 01527 511888 help.redditch@ carpetandflooring.co.uk www.woodfloorsales.com Woodall Brothers Ltd Shrewsbury - see Floorwise p16

South East Acorn Carpet Accessories Bromley, Kent - see Floorwise p16 Ashmount Flooring Supplies Ltd Tottenham 0208 808 2158 sales@ashmountflooring.co.uk www.ashmountflooring.co.uk Beds Flooring Bedford 01234 341234 sales@bedsflooring.co.uk www.bedsflooring.co.uk

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The Stocklists Wholesale Distribution Directory Carpet & Flooring Bow 020 8525 5691 bow@carpetandflooring.co.uk www.carpetandflooring.co.uk Carpet & Flooring Camberley 01276 672100 camberley@carpetandflooring.co.uk www.carpetandflooring.co.uk Clifford Floors Strood 01634 285900 sales@clifford.uk.com Culpeck Strood 01634 299000 sales@culpeck.uk.com Columbia Flooring Middlesex 020 8443 3322 sales@columbiaflooring.co.uk www.columbiaflooring.co.uk See page 22 for details DMS Flooring Supplies Hemel Hempstead 0845 643 5344 dmshemel@dmsflooringsupplies.co.uk DMS Flooring Supplies Milton Keynes 0845 643 5320 dmslaser@dmsflooringsupplies.co.uk Faithfulls Service Centre Kent 01322 285001 Faithfulls Service Centre Walthamstow 0208 498 3040 sales.walthamstow@faithfulls.co.uk Faithfull Floorcovering Suffolk 01473 822341 sales@faithfulls.co.uk www.faithfulls.co.uk

Kent Flooring Supplies Ltd Chatham 01634 668668 sales@kentflooring.co.uk www.kentflooring.co.uk Littner Hampton London 020 8520 8474 littnerhampton@aol.com www.littnerhamptoncarpets.co.uk Potts & Ward, Woodcocks Ltd Brighton 01273 557211 pwwflooring@fastnet.co.uk www.pwwflooring.co.uk Rackhams London 020 8531 9225 sales@rackhamsltd.co.uk www.rackhamsltd.co.uk See page 29 for details

South West

Wales

Carpet & Flooring Bristol 0117 316 0555 bristol@carpetandflooring.co.uk www.carpetandflooring.co.uk

Fitwell Flooring Ltd Redruth - see Floorwise p16

Vanguard Carpets Redditch 0845 601 1189 customerservices.redditch@carpet andflooring.co.uk www.vanguardcarpets.co.uk

Fitwell Flooring Ltd Newton Abott - see Floorwise p16 Solent Wholesale Carpet West Sussex 01243 774623 sales@solentwholesale.co.uk www.solentwholesale.co.uk See page 30 for details

Salesmark Lancing - see Floorwise p16

STS Flooring Distributors Thame (Oxford) 01844 213555 sales@stsflooring.co.uk www.stsflooring.com see page 31 for details

Solent Wholesale Carpet West Sussex 01243 774623 sales@solentwholesale.co.uk www.solentwholesale.co.uk See page 30 for details

Vanguard Carpets Redditch 0845 601 1189 customerservices.redditch@carpet andflooring.co.uk www.vanguardcarpets.co.uk

STS Flooring Distributors Orpington/Croydon 0845 434 1000 sales@stsflooring.co.uk www.stsflooring.com see page 31 for details

Wood Floor Sales Redditch 01527 511888 help.redditch@carpetandflooring.co.uk www.woodfloorsales.com

Vanguard Carpets Redditch 0845 601 1189 customerservices.redditch@carpet andflooring.co.uk www.vanguardcarpets.co.uk

Scotland

Wood Floor Sales Redditch 01527 511888 help.redditch@carpetandflooring.co.uk www.woodfloorsales.com

Ireland Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd Dublin - see Floorwise p16 Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd Belfast - see Floorwise p16 Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd Limerick - see Floorwise p16

Carpet & Flooring Glasgow 0141 427 8456 glasgow@carpetandflooring.co.uk www.carpetandflooring.co.uk Headlam Scotland North Lanarkshire 01698 831 000 sales@headlamscotland.co.uk www.headlamscotland.co.uk Neil Smith Ltd Glasgow - see Floorwise p16

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floorwise National Network of Floorwise Distributors Acorn Carpet Accessories 14 Bromley, Kent Tel: 020 8462 0422 Fax: 020 8462 0927 Fitwell Flooring Ltd 18 Redruth, Cornwall Tel: 01209 214344 Fax: 01209 211162 Fitwell Flooring Ltd 17 Newton Abbot, Devon Tel: 01626 835935 Fax: 01626 834334

Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd 2 Belfast Tel: 028 9075 3202 Fax: 028 9075 3901 Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd 7 Dublin 10 Tel: 00353 (0)1 626 3913 Fax: 00353 (0)1 626 3960 LoCall: 1850 445 746 (ROI)

Floorwise D & J Ltd 11 Southam, Warks Tel: 01926 814922 Fax: 01926 817899

Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd 8 Limerick Tel: 00353 (0)61 227 100 Fax: 00353 (0)61 227 000 LoCall: 1850 445 745 (ROI)

Floorwise (North East) Ltd 3 Birtley, County Durham Tel: 0191 410 7070 Fax: 0191 410 6116

Roma Flooring 13 Neath, West Glamorgan Tel: 01639 633001 Fax: 01639 646116

Lee Floorstok Ltd 6 Liverpool Tel: 0151 708 7420 Fax: 0151 708 7241

RPS Flooring 9 Mansfield Woodhouse, Nottinghamshire Tel: 01623 624198 Fax: 01623 620931

Lee Floorstok Ltd 5 Manchester Tel: 0161 231 8080 Fax: 0161 231 8787 MCA Floorwise Ltd 4 Morecambe, Lancashire Tel: 01524 33517 Fax: 01524 381852 Mytton Flooring 12 Norwich, Norfolk Tel: 01603 624387 Fax: 01603 612888 Neil Smith Ltd 1 Glasgow Tel: 0141 552 1141 Fax: 0141 552 0623

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Salesmark 15 Lancing, West Sussex Tel: 01903 750522 Fax: 01903 851111

Wessex Flooring 16 Amesbury, Wiltshire Tel: 01980 625888 Fax: 01980 676969 Woodall Brothers Ltd 10 Shrewsbury, Shropshire Tel: 01743 441584 Fax: 01743 441629

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HEAD OFFICE Floorwise Group Limited, Floorwise House, 22 High Street, Kegworth, Derby DE74 2DA, UK. Tel: 0044 (0)1509 673974 Fax: 0044 (0)1509 674841

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Flooring factsheet Wool fibre THE BEST CARPET WOOL Wool carpets have a historic reputation for quality because as a fibre it is known to withstand pressure and have excellent appearance retention properties. The best wool for carpet production is ‘strong’ wool and this is grown on sheep breeds found in Britain and New Zealand. Most carpets will contain both British Wool and New Zealand Wool because British Wool is more bulky and resilient and offers texture and unique heathery shades to carpet, whilst New Zealand wool is softer and whiter and particularly good for plain, lighter shaded ranges. Combining the two within a blend for carpet yarn gives manufacturers the perfect qualities for carpet. 100% wool or 80/20 – 80/10/10 wool rich Wool has yet to be matched by any man-made fibre; it has superior strength and does not need other fibres to improve its performance. However manufacturers choose to use synthetic fibres within the yarn blend for a number of reasons. These include fibre flexibility, dyeing, heat setting, stain resistance, durability and cost. These wool rich compositions offer industry standard carpets which will perform well in the home.

THE BENEFITS OF WOOL CARPET Practical Strong and Resilient – Wool carpet will provide superior performance over many years as it can offer unique resilience and long lasting durability. The natural crimp of wool offers valuable ‘bounce-back’ so that pile compression is resisted and the effects of tracking and shading are reduced – maintaining good appearance over many years. Easy care – Wool is a natural fibre that has an inbuilt resistance to soiling due to its natural oils and its outer surface of microscopic scales and as a result additional anti-soil treatments are not necessary. Simply vacuuming the carpet will keep it looking good and whilst wool initially repels spills, prompt and complete blotting with white paper towels or an absorbent cloth is advised and will address many household spillages.

SAFE

DURABLE

Comfort Soft and Warm – Wool carpet adds luxurious underfoot comfort and warmth to the home and acts as an insulator improving heat retention and energy efficiency. Peace and Quiet – Wool carpet absorbs sound and cushions the home against echo and room to room noise transfer. Safety Fire Retardant – Wool is naturally fire resistant, has a slow ignition rate and tests show that it is self extinguishing within seconds. It meets many safety regulations without additional treatments and is favoured in contract locations for this reason. Fall Friendly – Carpet cushions and so provides a softer floor which protects against serious injury in falls by the very young or the elderly. Internal Environment Indoor Environment – As a natural ‘smart’ fibre with a complex physical and chemical structure, wool helps to create a balanced atmosphere in the home. It breathes and absorbs humidity in the air, releasing it when the atmosphere becomes dry and helps improve air quality by absorbing airborne toxins in indoor air. Anti–allergy – The minute scales on the fibre’s surface will hold fine dust until vacuumed which helps to reduce floating particulate in the atmosphere. Wool does not give off harmful emissions or promote the growth of bacteria and wool is not a food source for dust mites. Eco/Environmental Natural and Sustainable – Grown on sheep, which graze freely, wool is both 100% natural and fully sustainable. As shearing is a necessary part of animal husbandry this means that every year there is a fresh supply of wool available for the carpet manufacturing industry. Energy Efficient – Wool is energy efficient in the home and also in carpet production. Biodegradable – Wool fibre is biodegradable in soil and will produce nitrogen, sulphur, carbon dioxide and water which are all plant nutrients. Environmentally Assessed – Wool is an environmentally responsible fibre that has been measured in terms of its ecological impact. A Life Cycle Analysis study carried out by Leeds University to ISO 14040 standard for British Wool concludes that it compares favourably when measured against man-made fibres.

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Look for the Buttery

Take a closer look

Sophistication meets the challenge Associated Weavers are continuing to develop

45oz and Bellaire 30oz are the latest additions.

ranges. Market share of the StainAway brand is

consumer a choice on price and the opportunity

it’s StainAway brand with three exciting new increasing with investment in new innovative

yarns. Responding to the current trend for softness but still maintaining durability and

performance. Sophistication 70oz, Promenade

Each range has 10 fashionable colours, giving the

to choose a 20 year, 15 year or 10 year StainAway warranty. Contact your Associated Weavers sales manager today for the new Sophistication

lecturn and pattern book for ‘at home’ selection.

New for Summer 2013

Add a touch of luxury with our new additions to the StainAway Collection. These easy care carpet ranges are available Multi-Width 2, 3, 4, & 5 metre wide.

Associated Weavers Sales: 01422 431100 Email: sales@associatedweavers.co.uk

SOPHISTICATION

PROMENADE

BELLAIRE

Next Day Sampling Service

Available on all ranges for Associated Weavers direct accounts • Next day delivery by 1st class post on all orders received by 3.00 pm. • Up to four 10cm x 10cm samples are labelled with your range name and colour. • Details of your store are sent with the samples for the customer to return and make a purchase. • Helping your customer select their carpet and match fabrics, paint and wallcoverings. Please use the following contact details: Email: samplesbypost@associatedweavers.co.uk Fax: 01422 431107

NEXT DAY SERVICE

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Sophistication

A luxurious saxony carpet

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Sophistication is a luxurious carpet which all of us at Associated Weavers

have high expectations. The instore display will keep this collection at the front of what the consumers are wanting right now. David Funk Marketing Manager Associated Weavers

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The Leading Country Wide Carpet & Flooring Suppliers We can supply you with virtually any make of carpet and flooring at GUARANTEED makerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s list price....... Delivered direct to business premises FREE OF CHARGE. For a Speedy and Efficient Service

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Tel: 0208 443 3322 Fax: 0208 805 2346

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An R-Griffith Company

John Lanham Watts Carpets Ltd Wool Loft House, Sandbeck Way, Wetherby. LS22 7DN Email: sales@jlwcarpets.com Web: www.jlwcarpets.com Tel: 01937 588511 Fax: 01937 588557

John Lanham Watts Current Ranges Castle Howard Richmond Court Kirkham Abbey Bayton House Bedale Duchy Duncombe Park Raby Park Moortown Harrogate Velvet Wool Loft Velvet Wool Loft Weave Wool Loft Designer

4m 4m 4m 4m 4m 4m 3.66m 3.66m 3.66m 4m 4m & 5m 4m & 5m 4m & 5m

10 Row Axminster 10 Row Axminster 9 Row Axminster 9 Row Axminster 8 Row Axminster 8 Row Axminster 9 Row Axminster 7 Row Axminster 8 Row Axminster Rolls Only Velvet 100+ Colours Chunky Wool Loop Quality 80/20 Twist

Goodacre Current Ranges Lakeland Tones Lakeland Charm Lakeland Heathers Naturally Herdwick Royal Coniston Royal Cumberland Royal Kendal

3.66m 3.66m 3.66m 3.66m 3.66m 3.66m 3.66m

8.5 Row Axminster 8.5 Row Axminster 8.5 Row Axminster 9 Row Axminster 7 Row Axminster 8 Row Axminster 9.5 Row Axminster

BESPOKE CARPETS John Lanham Watts carpets would be happy to submit a price for any bespoke carpet project. We can provide a completely bespoke Axminster in terms of any design and any colour from as little as 100 sqm. We are also happy to price for any hand tufted requirement. We can help you with design work and can prepare Kibby trials for your consumer’s consideration. We also have stock of Moortown Contract Rated Axminster (pictured above) for where timing and budgets are constrained. Please contact us at sales@jlwcarpets.com

RIPON the ultimate luxury Axminster We are now able to offer the ultimate in a luxury Axminster. We have developed a 13mm pile height Axminster with a cotton weft that imitates the finest hand tufted rugs. Made specifically for the Xinjiang region of China where we are selling an enormous quantity. We wish to aim this at very high end bespoke market as this quality is quite exceptional and unique.The technical term for the feel of this carpet is “a gluttons handful”. We can make Ripon as whipped rugs or as broadloom carpet.

Contract Agent Required John Lanham Watts Carpets Ltd are seeking an agent to cover the London based contract market. We need an agent already calling on designers and specifiers with particular emphasis on the hospitality market who would like to add Axminster to their offering. Please email sales@jlwcarpets.com with your details and we will be in touch.

Representation Yorkshire, Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire Mr S Fletcher 07831 818989 Lancashire, Cheshire, Merseyside, Greater Manchester, Derbyshire and North Wales Mr A Powell 07540 112998 West Midlands, Leicestershire, Warwickshire, Hereford & Worcester, Staffordshire, Shropshire and Powys Mr S Campbell 07921 439419

Cleveland, Durham, Tyne & Wear, Northumberland & Cumbria Mr R Conway 07967 721529 South Wales, Avon & Gloucestershire Mr P Thomas 07850 934849 Berkshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire & Northamptonshire Peter Lawrence 07802 422810

Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire Mr A Owen 07971 362087 Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Cambridgeshire Mr J Hart 07889 264466 Northern Ireland Mr Matt Mckillen 07732 263678 Republic of Ireland Mr A M Dunne 00 353 872593060

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The most colourful launch of 2013

JASON BRIMBLE M: 07794 041266 AVON & GLOUCESTERSHIRE jbrimble@furlongflooring.com

A stunning new luxury carpet with engineering excellence for the finest finish, 20 superb colours, dazzling performance and ground-breaking 3D POS graphics - see page 45 for details! STEWART WAITHMAN M: 07794 048413 DEVON & CORNWALL swaithman@furlongflooring.com

BEN THOMAS M: 07794 048809 MID & WEST WALES bthomas@furlongflooring.com

TIM BAILEY M: 07794 048414 S.E. WALES & HEREFORDSHIRE tbailey@furlongflooring.com

Preston Sales tel: 01772 696787 fax: 01772 311921 Newport Sales tel: 01633 283959 fax: 01633 275454 London Sales tel: 01322 628707 fax: 01322 698733 enquiries@furlongflooring.co.uk

RAY ANDREW M: 07973 719801 EAST LANCS/W.YORKS

BOB CHRISTIE M: 07980 786264 MERSEYSIDE, WIRRAL & N. WALES bob.christie@furlongflooring.co.uk

ray.andrew@furlongflooring.co.uk

Yorkshire & North East

ALAN CHEETHAM M: 07966 263571 GREATER MANCHESTER alan.cheetham@furlongflooring.co.uk

CRAIG MELLING M: 07970 269730 CUMBRIA, CHESHIRE & FYLDE COAST craig.melling@furlongflooring.co.uk

North West ALBERT BARKSHIRE & WOOFTERSHIRE albert@furlongflooring.co.uk

REG SYKES M: 07973 403450 SOUTH YORKSHIRE reg.sykes@furlongflooring.co.uk

DES BEST M: 07968 828516 NORTH EAST/EAST COAST des.best@furlongflooring.co.uk

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CHRIS ALLCOCK M: 07872 964685 NOTTS, DERBYSHIRE & LINCS

Midlands

chris.allcock@furlongflooring.co.uk

Scotland MARTYN REA M: 07968 324598 LEICESTER/WARWICKSHIRE

COLIN RICHFORD M: 07970 163372 WEST SCOTLAND

martyn.rea@furlongflooring.co.uk

colin.richford@furlongflooring.co.uk

MIKE SHUTT M: 07970 158594 BIRMINGHAM/ STAFFORDSHIRE, SHROPSHIRE

ALAN CAIRNIE M: 07976 311434 EAST SCOTLAND

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DAREN STEDMAN M: 07816 217548 N, N W & E LONDON, HERTFORDSHIRE darenstedman@furlongflooringltd.co.uk

London

PETER FLETCHER M: 07816 217561 HAMPSHIRE, DORSET & SURREY (OUTSIDE M25)

RAYMOND SMITH M: 07816 217565 ESSEX

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South East

raymondsmith@furlongflooringltd.co.uk

TONY CONWAY M: 07791 891025 BEDS, NORTHANTS, OXON & BUCKS

DARREN SPENDIFF M: 07791 890861 KENT

JOHN AKIEN M: 07791 891024 S.W LONDON, SURREY (INS. M25)

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johnakien@furlongflooringltd.co.uk

PAUL LOVELL M: 07816 217549 NORFOLK, SUFFOLK & CAMBS

IAN COLLACOTT M: 07816 217550 MIDDLESEX, W. LONDON, BERKSHIRE

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iancollacott@furlongflooringltd.co.uk

IAN ROBERTSON M: 07816 217563 E & WEST SUSSEX ianrobertson@furlongflooringltd.co.uk

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Introducing the UK’s newest weaver, now open in Kidderminster with high levels of stock for rapid delivery. Wilton Sandhurst

Modern carpets manufactured using traditional values

Sandhurst Range The Wilton Sandhurst range is woven with 24 beautiful and modern colours. This plain twist is a great choice for both domestic and commercial markets. • Wilton Hardtwist Cut Pile • 80% New Wool, 20% Nylon, 1458 g/m2 • 4m • Extra Heavy Wear

Contrast Range A cut and loop range weighing in at 47oz comes in 6 modern and exclusive colours. Unique contrast pattern provides this Wilton range with a vibrant and strong presence. • Wilton Cut & Loop Pile • 100% New Wool, 1594 g/m2 • 4m • Extra Heavy Wear/Heavy Commercial

Honeycomb Range This cut and loop range features in 6 natural and warm colours. Made out of 100% new wool, the bee hive type of texture our Honeycomb range adds additional warmth. • Wilton Cut &Loop Pile • 100% New Wool, 1187 g/m2 • 4m • Heavy Wear/Medium Commercial

Chequers Range A loop range weighing in at 35 oz and comes in 6 colours with a unique chequers board like pattern. 100% new wool ensures high quality texture feel.

Wilton Contrast

• Wilton Loop Pile • 100% New Wool, 1187 g/m2 • 4m • Extra Heavy Wear

Marble Planet Range This range is made of 80% new wool and 20% nylon and is ideal for commercial and heavy domestic use. It features 8 strong and passionate colours. • Axminster Cut Pile • 80% New Wool, 20% Nylon, 1255 g/m2 • 3.66m • Very HeavyWear/Medium Commercial

Seascape Surf Range Our Wilton Seascape Surf range features 6 colours and is made out of 100% New Wool, ideal for commercial as well as domestic markets. • Wilton Cut Pile • 100% New Wool, 1246 g/m2 • 4m • Very HeavyWear/Medium Commercial

Baroque Cameo Range With the 10 strong commercial colours, the medallion pattern in combination with pindots makes this range ideal for ballrooms, function rooms and public areas.

Axminster Contrast

• Axminster Cut Pile • 80% New Wool, 20% Nylon, 1356 g/m2 • 3.66m • Extra Heavy Wear/Heavy Commercial

Baroque Pindot Range The traditional pindot pattern makes this range ideal for hotel rooms and receptions.Weighing in at 40oz our Baroque Pindot range, this Axminster range has 10 strong commercial colours. • Axminster Cut Pile • 80% New Wool, 20% Nylon, 1356 g/m2 • 3.66m • Extra Heavy Wear/Heavy Commercial

Trellis Range The range features 8 soft and natural colours which makes it extremely pleasant and warm. Made in 80% New Wool and 20% Nylon for the commercial market. • Axminster Cut Pile • 80% New Wool, 20% Nylon, 1255 g/m2 • 3.66m • Very HeavyWear/Medium Commercial

Tartan Range MasterWeaver AxminsterTartan range features 6 modern and vibrant colours, combining traditional Tartan design with modern and vibrant colours. • Axminster Cut Pile • 80% New Wool, 20% Nylon, 1255 g/m2 • 3.66m • Very HeavyWear/Medium Commercial

Axminster Marble Planet

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We also stock Ball & Young Underlays, Accessories, Entrance Matting and offer a Special Order Service on products from virtually every flooring manufacturer in existence! 48 hour Delivery Service on all Balterio Laminate Ranges.

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Watch this space! Area Sales Executives Michael Younger London North 07881-502506

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Anthony Stapleton Sales Director 07881-502505 / 020-8498-2845

Solent Wholesale Carpet Company Ltd CARPET, FLOORCOVERING & ACCESSORY WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTORS Telephone: 01243 774623 Fax: 01243 533636 E-mail: sales@solentwholesale.co.uk Website: www.solentwholesale.com Zola Park, Barnfield Drive, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 6UX.

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Oxford, Berks, Bucks, Beds, Hants, Middlesex & Herts. . . . . Ian Cardrick, i.cardrick@solentwholesale.co.uk, Sussex E & W, Surrey, South London & Kent . . . . . . . . . . . . John Robson, j.robson@solentwholesale.co.uk, Hants, Wilts, Dorset, Somerset, Gloucs, & I.O.W. . . . . . . . . . . . Adam Ayling, a.ayling@solentwholesale.co.uk, Accessary Sales and IT Specialist (All Areas) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Luke Crooks, luke@solentwholesale.co.uk, VICTORIA Castillion Celtic Heathers EasiCare - Full Collection Gaelic Heathers Imperial Velvet Natural Companions (Sisal, Chenille, Ridge) Natural Style Collection Options 288 Regal Twist Rustic Jewels Strathmore Collection

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DOMO Briar Twist Cabaret Festival Twist Heather Twist Playground Saffron Saxony Scorpio IVC Atlas - New colours Classic Limestone Comfylux Extra Expressions Fusion Isafe Apex Isafe One Master Grip Planet Precious Metals Presto Rooms Tile Styles Titanium Ultimate Design Ultimate Oak Ultimate Minerals Victoria ITC Heritage Collection Palace TAPIBEL Cachet Melody Reeds Sysoltex Homested/Aran/Crofter

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IDEAL carpets Athena Dublin Dublin Heathers Explorer Endurance Fashion/Gallery Grass Collection Mars Motor Car Pronto Sweet Homes Yucatan vinyls Celtic Stone - New Colours Chess Comfort Grip Flexifloor Grandioso Jazz Magnum Sherwood Oak Studio entrance matting Alicante Heavy Tread Orotex - Ceylon Orotex - Matrix laminates Essentials (previously Casa) Cottage MOHAWK CARPETS Century Collection - Century - Half Century Freedom Gel Presidential Collection - Independence - Liberty - Freedom (4&5M) - Splendor Super Freedom MISCELLANEOUS BAJONG Silken Rugs BEST WOOL CARPETS Globe CAVALIER Celebrations Country Collection Hamlet Parish and Village C&H Homestyle LVT - planks and tiles LEIGH SPINNERS Atlas Velour THOMAS WITTER Innovations 50oz & 60oz PARAGON Toccarre Carpet Tiles

We carry other products not listed above, and can also provide a swift special order service on non stock lines. Our reps and sales office would be pleased to answer all enquiries. Our last Price List is dated July/August 2013. 30

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STS Flooring Distributors Ltd stock a large range of carpets and carpet tiles via our 5 depots.

STS Goldline Stock Carpets Abbey Twist 30/40 Aston Twist Aylesbury Twist 50 Bernwood Heather Supreme Blenheim Twist 40 Blenheim Twist 50 Cherwell Cord Classic Berber Twist Fairfield Creation Fairfield Supreme Harrier Supreme Gel Orinoco II Ravensbury Twist 32/40/50 Scala Serenity Supersava Elite Supersava Heathers Supersava Stripe Valley Berber Twist Valley Classic Twist

Fairfield Supreme Grandeur 40 Heather Twist Design Heather Twist Supreme Pembridge Twist Portman Scala Scala Solutions Startwist Elite

Edel Telenzo Hercules Lawrence Lima Puma

Cormar Stock Carpets Apollo Berwick 40/50 Forest Hills Living Naturals Malabar Textures Natural Berber Twist Oaklands 32/42/50 Primo Choice Primo Delight Primo Plus Primo Tweeds Primo Ultra Sensation Heather Sensation Original Sensation New Feeling Town & Country

Balta Stock Carpets Gala Cord Stainsafe Shepherd Twist Marrakesh

Beauleu International Dublin Elite Dublin Heathers Ranger

Lano Stock Carpets Bolero Fairfield Creation

Fibre Bonded Ecocord Supacord

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Carpet Stock Tiles Alpha Line Ascot Beckenham Cheltenham Collection Clipper II Croydon Croydon Impact Heuga 727 (Interface) Keston Lafitte (Gradus) Latour (Gradus) Saturn Series Collection (Interface) Stock Underlays Blue Heaven Cirrus Cloud Nine Contract Cloud Nine Super Contract Cosi 8mm & 10mm Cumulus Durafit 500 Durafit 650 Xpress 8mm &10mm Goldtred Collection Heatflow Collection Nimbus Willow Green Roma Silver Lining Tredaire Elite Treadmore

REGIONAL MANAGER NORTHERN Rachel Sherwood 07801 762724

AREA MANAGERS NORTHERN

Dave Lowman 07500 847758 North/East London, Beds, Bucks, Herts, Middlesex, Northants, Warwickshire, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire Phaedra Duncan 07738 329714 Berkshire, Oxfordshire Steve Osman 07919 128401 Essex, Cambs, Suffolk, Norfolk

AREA MANAGERS SOUTHERN

Mirka Mihulcova 07500 847566 South/West London, W Sussex, Berks, Hants, Surrey Vicky Langley 07962 646847 Surrey, W Sussex, Hants, South/West London Paul Jeffery 07717 218024 South/East London, Kent, E Sussex

Tel: 01422 374417 or 01422 371226 Fax: 01422 377452 Email: sales@edeltelenzocarpets.co.uk www.edeltelenzocarpets.co.uk Unit B7 Warhurst Road, Lowfields Business Park, Elland, W. Yorkshire HX5 9DF

COME TO OUR PLACE

Mayfair

OUR SALES TEAM

Our newly refurbished showroom

We’re very pleased with our new showroom area at our new offices in Elland, which we have recently finished refurbishing. We’ve kept it clean and stylish, in keeping with our overall attitude towards style and quality. Our qualities are neatly featured on a fabulous wall display – which looks more like a great piece of modern art than a selection of carpet samples, we think! And we’re particularly pleased with the carpet on the floor: we’ve mixed Highbury and Hampton Court in very broad stripes along with an equally wide border of thick, deep pile Wild Romance. It shows off our range of very different qualities very effectively. It’s a great working/display space and we look forward to welcoming many of you there. We’re happy to make it available to any of you who’d like to use it as a meeting space. We’d be delighted to see you.

Primed and ready Our sales team has had a busy few weeks, visiting all our customers to update tombolas and pattern books and bring everyone up to speed on our new ranges. Hopefully everyone is now primed and ready to sell with confidence the new Hammersmith broad stripe, new colours in Centrepoint, Mainline, Bakerloo and Piccadilly and the superb new 3ply structured loop, Mayfair. We think these are great additions to our portfolio and build on our reputation for making some of the best quality, structured loop carpets in the market. Our aim is always to supply carpets that perform, are problem free, look great and offer excellent value for money. If you need any further information on these or any of our ranges, please contact your local sales representative/agent or the office.

Greater London as far as N. Circular on north side of Thames and as far as M25 on south side, Surrey, Middlesex, Sussex, Kent John A Constable T: 01622 685397 M: 07836 734322 E: john@jcagencies.co.uk Yorkshire & North Lincs John Alsop T: 01904 762471 M: 07860 572220 E: alsopagencies@yahoo.co.uk Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, Dorset Brendan Hart M: 07850 130221 E: a.b.hart@btinternet.com Lincs, Leics, Northants, Notts, Derbyshire, North East Jim Osborne M: 07738 642934 E: j.osborne@edeltelenzocarpets.co.uk Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire Niall Martin M: 07866 735772 E: niallmartin@msn.com South Wales, Bristol, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire Andrew Jefferies M: 07831 457102 E: adj.agencies@btinternet.com Lancashire, Cumbria & Isle of Man John Rostron M: 07973 733208 E: johnrostron@aol.com East Anglia, Bedfordshire, Cambs, Essex, Herts, Norfolk, Suffolk Jonathan Hart T: 01621 817992 M: 07889 264466 E: jonathanhart66@hotmail.co.uk West Midlands Paul Brewer T: 0121 4277117 M: 07798 745181 E: paulbrewer1@hotmail.co.uk Greater Manchester, Cheshire, North Wales Philip Hambleton T: 01925 740050 M: 07966 397676 E: carpetphil@aol.com Scotland Tim Tindal T: 01436 671421 M: 07836 705620 E: ttcarpetagencies@aol.com Channel Islands, Isle of Wight John Eastlake T: 01323 896141 M: 07885 398858 E: john_eastlake@hotmail.co.uk Northern Ireland Gary O’Boyle M: 07831 220675 E: goboyle@ntlworld.com Republic of Ireland Larry White M: 00353862594126 E: thelarwhite@hotmail.com

YOUR HEAD OFFICE TEAM CONTACTS Chief Executive Phil Hartley M: 07711 407820 E: p.hartley@edeltelenzocarpets.co.uk Hammersmith

Operations Manager: Lesley Inman M: 07703 337989 E: l.inman@edeltelenzocarpets.co.uk

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Tel: +44 (0)845 644 9090 local call rate

Fax:+44 (0)845 644 9191 info@westonhammer.com www.hammercarpets.com

BESPOKE DESIGN CARPET FROM HAMMER CARPETS You may not have heard of them but Hammer Carpets in Denmark are the largest manufacturer of Colortec bespoke design carpets in the world. Colortec is a state of the art tufting machine that uses computer controlled technology to manufacture any design in a maximum of 8 colours. This tried and tested manufacturing method is up to 10 times faster than Axminster and exactly replicates the appearance, unlike a printed design carpet. If you would like more details of this type of carpet and to find out how competitive and easy to use it can be then please call your Sales Agent or our Sales office who will be happy to help. Below: Colortec bespoke carpets used in the cabins and suites onboard Cunardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s flagship Queen Mary 2.

Jacs Designer tonal loop pile in 100% Wool available in 4m and 5m widths. Natural Lines Super luxurious 100% Wool loop pile available in 4m and 5m

Supreme Boucle Our best selling level loop 100% Wool product available in

widths.

Las Vegas A chunky luxurious loop pile in 100% Wool available in 4m and 5m

Queen Tweed A fine heavy domestic berber loop pile in 100% Wool available

widths.

12 up to the minute colours in both 4m and 5m widths.

in 4m and 5m widths.

Sisal Boucle and Sisal Berber Natural fibre textured loop pile ranges in

Denver A stylish heavy domestic tonal loop pile in 100% Wool, available in 4m

two styles.

and 5m widths.

The Stone Fibre Collection Our unique flat woven quality in many

Oklahoma A heavy domestic berber loop pile in 100% Wool available in 4m

fashion styles and colours available in 4m and 5m widths.

and 5m widths.

Orlando A chunky loop quality with a thick latex backing for a luxurious feel.

Supreme Stripe A heavy domestic tonal stripe in 100% Wool loop pile.

OUR UK SALES TEAM Mr Ron Fewery Tel: 07976 244892 London, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire. Mr Steve Acton Tel: 07957 836207 Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, Surrey, Dorset. Mr Gary Foster Tel: 07515 283872 East Anglia, Northamptonshire.

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Mr Martin Lees Tel: 07522 740954 North Wales, Lancashire, Yorkshire, Tyneside. Mr Derek Boyd Tel: 07940 320708 Scotland. Mr Lee Palmer Tel: 07774 101640 Channel Islands.

Mr Jonathan Gorman Tel: 07815 121660 Northern Ireland. Mr Mark Garbett Tel: 07840 664757 Bristol & the West Country. Mr Keith Stevens Tel: 07710 160166 Midlands & South Wales.

Please visit our website at www.hammercarpets.com for online cutting requests and more information on our products, or telephone 0845 644 9090 (local rate) to speak to one of our telephone sales team

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FlooringNews Marble with sparkle The Quartz Pro PU collection of vinyl flooring from leading manufacturer Leoline has just been awarded the highest green credential possible – a BRE A+ Green Guide Rating for Homes, cementing its reputation as the ideal surface choice for domestic interiors, as well as educational and social housing facilities up and down the country. Inspired by stunning marble surfaces, the Quartz Pro PU range consists of 18 plain colour decors that have a slight sparkly grain effect reminiscent of natural marble. Featuring in Leoline’s Elite collection of cushion floors, Quartz Pro PU is renowned for its exceptional durability that makes it ideal for even contract use with class 32 general commercial rating. “Quartz Pro PU is one of Leoline’s top-selling collections thanks to its diverse range of colours and its inherent toughness,” comments Victoria Hemelaer, product manager, Leoline. “Its superior resistance makes it ideal for busy social housing facilities, classrooms and lecture theatres, as well as chaotic family homes where the longevity of a floorcovering is absolutely key. Of course, the new BRE A+ rating now proves that Quartz Pro PU floors have the lowest possible environmental impact in the residential cushion flooring category, which is an added bonus for domestic and social residences nationwide.”

Regatta glam Brockway’s stunning Regatta carpet brought Hollywood style to life for one unsuspecting Hertfordshire homeowner on Channel 4’s brand new series ‘Hollywood Me’. Part of Brockway’s much celebrated Designer Collection, Regatta’s striking black and white stripe design catches the eye of Hollywood’s most celebrated Interior Designer and show host, Martyn Lawrence Bullard – whose clients include Elton John and the Osbournes. ‘Hollywood Me’ will feature a surprise Hollywood home makeover for Deborah Fegan from Shenley (Hertfordshire). Used as a statement carpet to complement a monochromatic scheme, Brockway’s Regatta will be shown in the hallway, stairs and landing. Injecting A-list glamour into the lives of hardworking and selfless homeowners, ‘Hollywood Me’ will show Deborah being whisked off to LA to meet Billy Zane and embark on an outrageous shopping trip before the final grand unveiling of her new-look home. “We’re delighted our successful Regatta will feature in ‘Hollywood Me’ and help bring the wow factor,” commented Charles Annable of Brockway Carpets. “Stripes provide a stylish way to add colour and interest to a home décor scheme without being too ‘busy’ and distracting from the overall theme.” Available in 4m width, Regatta is inspired by the collegiate scarves, the clean, crisp lines of New England beach houses, rowing at Henley and the thrills of sailing with a deep pallet of designs including ‘Black Raven’, ‘Cowes Green’, ‘Henley Blue’, ‘Oxford Damson’ and ‘Charleston Red’. T 01562 828200

As well as offering a BRE A+ rating, Quartz Pro PU provides R10 slip restraint, making it the ideal partner for high-traffic areas such as corridors and hallways. It also provides excellent impact resistance and has Super Guard surface protection to fight off dirt, stains and scuff marks, as well as resisting damage from castor chairs, making it suitable for use in commercial office spaces. Quartz Pro PU is available in two, three and four metre widths to suit all room sizes and minimise wastage. T 0800 032 3970

www.leoline.co.uk

www.brockway.co.uk

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Practically perfect The brand new collection of stain-resistant carpet tiles from the Balta Group is gathering pace as the floorcovering of choice for those looking for a practical and unique way of updating their homes, and is ideal for retailers looking to brighten up the shop floor with its eye-catching compact POS unit. Encouraging the mixture of textures and colours, Stain Block Home Tiles are available in four individual designs, including tufted cut pile Diamant, loop piles Diva and Natural and velours Vox, and can be mixed-and-matched for a truly individual look. In a wide-ranging colour palette including soft neutrals and bold brights, there is a style to suit all design tastes. “Not only offering great aesthetics, carpet tiles are so much more practical than standard broadloom styles,” comments Geert Vanden Bossche, marketing director, the Balta Group. “Simple to fit with a loose-lay installation technique, the tiles can be easily moved and switched around, or even replaced. In fact, when it comes to maintenance, carpet tiles are absolutely ideal as individual pieces can be lifted up, cleaned and put back.” Delivering a winning combination of practicality and unique style, Stain Block Home Tiles are crafted from bleachcleanable polypropylene to ensure long-lasting durability. They also offer endless design possibilities, with the opportunity to add borders and combine colours and textures to create bold floorcoverings that demand attention. Retailers will appreciate the dedicated POS unit that accompanies the collection with its fullcolour header and real-size samples for each design, and these stands are free of charge when ordering a minimum of 100m2 of carpet tiles. Compact at 160cm tall by 90cm wide, the display is sure to entice customers with its bright colours and aspirational lifestyle photography. “This is a completely innovative concept from the Balta Group that allows retailers to offer something completely different,” continues Geert Vanden Bossche. “Suitable for every room in the home, including bathrooms and kitchens, each Stain Block Home Tile measures 50cm x 50cm and comes in a handy box that covers 5m2 to allow homeowners to experiment with interior design.” T +32 56 62 2211 www.baltagroup.com

Brintons’ appointment at the palace Royal Warrant holders since 1958, Brintons were invited to mark the Coronation Festival in July by designing and curating a 1950’s style room, set in the grounds of Buckingham Palace. Brintons launched a rug collection during the festival, called The Coronation Rug Collection inspired by original 1950's designs from Brintons' archives, including the Mimosa design by Matisse that dates back to 1951, pictured here. They also showcased their patented High Definition Weave technology. The look of the room draws a modern take on a 1950's living room, the floors and the walls are covered in Brintons carpet inspired by the famous "Net and Ball" design that was used In the Royal Festival Hall foyer for the 1951 Festival of Britain and the very same design covered a 1950’s sofa on jersey fabric to create a play on scale and challenge the interpretation of a living space. Guests also enjoyed a felt ceiling sculpture using remnants of yarn from the production of Brintons carpets, mirroring the post-war ethos of thrift current in 1951. A woodland image was displayed, woven on Brintons pioneering High Definition Weave loom. This patented technology can produce photo realistic, three-dimensional design definition in 32 colours, compared to conventlonal looms that use 8-12 colours. Brlntons reputation is built on design innovation and product excellence. The designer was keen to emulate the hand finished touches that Brintons has established and proudly maintained as a pioneering British manufacturer since 1783. T 0800 505055 www.brintons.net www.rugs-by-brintons.co.uk

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Feature: Ultimate 18 from Ryalux News

The Ultimate appearance

Ultimate 18 is the first, and only, true Pass machine manufactured velvet that is available as a custom colour.

Ryalux, one of the UK’s leading quality carpet manufacturers, is renowned for pioneering in the industry with a list of ‘firsts’ including: • The first carpet manufacturer to produce 5 metre wide carpet • The first to produce any width carpet • The first to offer custom dye carpets

They continue this tradition with the launch of their new 2 ply 80/20 velvet – Ultimate 18. Ultimate 18 is the first, and only, true Pass machine manufactured velvet that is available as a custom colour. Ultimate 18 is a 2 ply, 80% wool/20% nylon velvet cut pile carpet, made using the finest New Zealand wools. As with all of Ryalux’s Ultimate ranges, Ultimate 18 is offered in any width up to 7 metres, and as a custom colour using Ryalux’s special dye service. Darren Longden, Ryalux’s Commercial Director explains more about yet another Ryalux first. “Whilst there are several 2 ply custom dye products on the market that purport to be velvets, they do not have the “billiard table top” appearance of a true velvet. This is because the hank dyeing process slightly curls the tips of the yarn, meaning the appearance of a true pinpoint velvet cannot be achieved. from The Stocklists

Using our extensive yarn technology, dyeing and manufacturing experience, along with a lot of hard work, we now have a way to overcome this issue, and in Ultimate 18 have a hank dyed true velvet carpet which has the traditional velvet appearance you associate with stock dyed products”. Ryalux offer custom colours on all their Ultimate ranges with no minimum order quantity (surcharge applies for orders under 10m2). This new quality now features on all their Ultimate display units, and to coincide with its launch, they have produced a compact swatch book which showcases Ultimate 18, along with their other Ultimate qualities.

“Whilst there are several 2 ply custom dye products on the market that purport to be velvets, they do not have the “billiard table top” appearance of a true velvet.” For a sample of Ultimate 18, or to find out more about this exciting new range, contact Ryalux: 0161 762 3030 (option 1 for sales) or contact your local Ryalux representative info@ryalux.co.uk

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Quickstep’s TV transformation Leading daytime home interest programme 60 Minute Makeover is back with a brand new series for 2013, and Quick-Step products and Master Installers are set to star in many episodes as the team travels up and down the country transforming homes. Hosted by reality TV personality Peter Andre and featuring a range of expert interior designers and decorators, Quick-Step is proud to have partnered with 60 Minute Makeover to give deserving members of the public the home makeover that their houses need. With hundreds of square metres of Quick-Step laminate and engineered flooring specified by the show’s experienced designers, Quick-Step has also loaned its specially trained Master Installers to ensure the fitting is completed to the best possible standard. “Over recent years we have established a long and successful relationship with the producers and designers of 60 Minute Makeover that work tirelessly to deliver stunning home makeovers for deserving homeowners, and this year is no exception,” comments Philiep Caryn, international communications and sponsorship manager. “60 Minute Makeover is a great platform for us to get Quick-Step products in front of millions of viewers nationwide, and this year we will also use the programme to support our dedicated and specially trained Master Installers, who will be carrying out a number of installations.” Indeed, for many of the episodes that use Quick-Step products, registered Master Installers operating in the local area will be shown on screen properly fitting the brand new floors. This is just one of the many potential benefits available to floor fitters that choose to undertake the prestigious Master Installer course at the state-of-the-art Quick-Step Academy. www.quick-step.co.uk

Circular success Carpet recycling and re-use initiatives showcased at Carpet Recycling UK’s recent fifth annual conference in Birmingham highlighted the significant progress in embracing circular economy opportunities. Nearly 100 carpet industry stakeholders including manufacturers, distributors, recyclers, waste management companies and raw material suppliers attended what organisers described as their ‘best-ever’ event, held at the city’s Institute of Engineering and Technology. A wide-ranging programme focusing on waste minimisation and designing for recycling, outlet development, market research and lobbying as well as collecting and sorting, provided plenty of inspiration and information for delegates who attended from all over the world. CRUK Director Laurance Bird said: “There was a real buzz throughout an action-packed day and it was certainly our best-ever event, which was well-received by all who attended. The conference demonstrated how the work undertaken by CRUK and its members is driving carpet waste up the waste hierarchy. “Active projects revealed how attitudes have changed. Carpet is now regarded as a valuable resource from which valuable raw materials can be extracted for reuse in a second life, rather than just a bulky waste only fit for landfill. The sector is embracing burgeoning opportunities in the circular economy and making the most of existing resources,” added Laurance. Aimed at organisations seeking outlets for their carpet waste as well as carpet manufacturers and firms interested in new recycling technologies, the conference examined topics such as waste prevention/redesign, take back schemes, reuse and energy from waste (EfW). A popular session hosted by Mike Walters, Operations Manager, Recycling & Waste for the John Lewis Partnership, highlighted the department store’s sustainability strategy and their post-installation off cuts collection project. Off cuts collected from fitters are reprocessed by Anglo Recycling into non-woven felt underlay for John Lewis. T 0161 440 8325 www.carpetrecyclinguk.com

Evolving with adhesive Mapei adhesive systems were used by contractors, ISG and C&C Flooring to install a variety of carpet and vinyl flooring throughout a new college centre, which is now established as ‘Dudley Evolve’. Providing learning facilities for the local community, businesses and ‘Dudley Sixth’, a college centre for A-level students. Mapei’s products covered approximately 6,000 m2 of flooring, which became the college’s science labs, corridors, hairdressing clinic, WC areas, dance studios and classrooms. C&C Flooring applied Mapei’s two components, solvent free moisture barrier, Mapeproof ESM. Two coats were used to guarantee complete coverage of the substrate to gain maximum protection. One of Mapei’s Eco products, Eco Prime was utilised due to having properties of low emissions of VOC making it suitable for use in the environment. Mapei’s levelling and smoothing compound, Latexplan Trade was chosen for its low odour and high compressive strength which is required to support the new flooring under the constant footfall the floors would experience. To be positive the chosen vinyl floor coverings would adhere perfectly to the newly created substrate, Mapei Ultrabond Eco 380 adhesive was used because of its environmental qualities, strong initial bond and ability to withstand intense levels of foot traffic and wheelchairs made it the perfect solution for the new development. Mapei’s solvent free, carpet tile tracifier, Ultrabond Eco Tack was chosen for it is ideal for the non-permanent installation of carpet tiles, as it allows the replacement of carpet tiles as and when required. As well as its low emissions of VOC this accommodates the environmental friendly aspects of the new build. T 0121 508 6970. www.mapei.co.uk 40 August 2013

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UK Flooring accelerates Jason Ashby, chairman of UK Flooring Direct, has been invited to join the ACCELERATE 250, a new business community championed by Sir Terry Leahy and Lord Young and made up of the fastest growing companies in the UK.

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New-build boom aids DC Business is booming for Designer Contracts, supplier of floorcoverings to the new build sector, as figures show a 40 per cent growth in the past two years. As a result the company has taken on an additional five senior members of staff, bringing the total number of new senior employees recruited this year to eight and total staff employed with the company to 180. The expanding southern region will be the greatest beneficiary with two new members joining the team. They are Gary Leiper as area manager and David Haines as area sales coordinator. Also joining the business is Maha Khaliq-Bye as design sales manager for the showhome division, covering the whole of the south of England. Sally Prop has joined as area sales co-ordinator in the south east region and Simon Tucker as sales manager who is based in the Central region. Said md, Peter Kelsey: “The company has grown considerably over the past 12 months. We are totally focused on providing clients with the very best customer service, something that I believe has contributed to making the business so successful. “Our employees are testament to the expanding business. We have a really great mix of people who are passionate about what they do – and this really does show in the quality of customer service that clients receive.” All five new recruits have extensive knowledge within the floorcoverings and design industry with over 84 years combined experience. The company has fully staffed offices and warehousing in 12 regions across the UK. As well as flooring, the company supply curtain, blind, furniture and lighting packs to the new-build industry and has a full show-home interior design service. T 01246 854577 www.designercontracts.com

Founded in 2004, UK Flooring Direct has experienced fantastic levels of sales growth year-on-year thanks to its industry-leading online business model. With hundreds of flooring styles available for homeowners to browse online, including wood, laminate, cork and luxury vinyl, UK Flooring Direct has managed to thrive despite the recession and shows no signs of slowing down, boosting the local economy and providing employment for local people. Created to bring together representatives from the UK’s fastest growing small and medium businesses and to encourage mutual collaboration, ACCELERATE 250 comprises individuals from the “vital six per cent” of companies – those that are creating more than half of the nation’s new jobs and are experiencing rapid growth. Meeting for the first time at ACCELERATE 2013, Britain’s first flagship festival that aims to raise the profile of members and encourage wider support for entrepreneurs and start-ups, members will be working closely with one another to address the key issues and shared challenges that face all growing businesses, As Sir Terry Leahy, former Tesco CEO, explains: “It’s our belief that Britain’s prosperity in the 21st century global economy is going to be built on the success of high-potential, fast-growth businesses. That is why, this June, we will be assembling a new group of Britain’s brightest and best businesses to put them at the heart of Britain’s economic renaissance.” Jason Ashby (pictured above left with son, Josh) of UK Flooring Direct says: “It is a real honour that UK Flooring Direct has been identified as one of the UK’s most high-potential small businesses – we can’t wait to join up with the other like-minded ACCELERATE 250 members in Liverpool for what promises to be the start of some fantastic partnerships. T 0844 327 0000

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Malcolm’s experience boosts Metro Malcolm Piper has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Metro Group, succeeding Martin Ward who has stepped down but will remain on the board. Malcolm has over 50 years’ experience in the trade, opening the doors of Country Carpet Warehouse in 1971 and joining the Metro Group in 1983. The business serves both residential and contract markets within London and the Home Counties. He feels now is the right time for him to put something back into the group and that the strength of the group comes from members supporting Carpet1st marketing activities. He is keen to encourage members to fully support initiatives as he believes it is the best way for the group to move forward. Malcolm is looking forward to working closely with the Metro Group office in Bolton and meeting key suppliers in the coming months. T 01204 393539 www.carpet1st.co.uk 42 August 2013

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Kingsmead and Georgian join forces Georgian Carpets is to merge with Kingsmead in a bid to boost the sales effectiveness of the businesses and meet the challenges of an increasingly competitive market. The enlarged business will trade under the Kingsmead brand under Martin West who is promoted to MD. The Georgian name is taking a back seat, though the company says it has plans for the branding in the future. There will be a rationalization of carpet ranges across the business over the next year. “This is a positive step to create a business that needs to be a larger player to thrive in a highly competitive market,” Martin West told The Stocklists. “The new company will be bigger than the sum of its two parts.

Martin West will be promoting the bigger Kingsmead business with sharper focus

“The business will benefit from a larger sales force that is more focused on smaller but more concentrated geographical areas and much greater presence though increased point-of-sale,” he said. The two sales forces have been combined to a total of 14 sales representatives and two regional sales managers - Clint Carver and Ian Shopland have been promoted from within the existing teams. The move is effective from August 1.

Carl joins Cormar as Northern head Cormar Carpets has appointed a new regional sales manager for the northern region. Carl Quail joins the Cormar team with an abundance of sales experience including previous employment with Kosset Carpets, Abingdon, Pownall and Ryalux in national accounts, national sales manager and sales director roles. Said Carl: “I’ve been in sales all my life starting out in the FMCG environment and I have learnt some good disciplines and structures early on in my career. These have helped me when developing sales teams and building relationships with people - things that are key in this business.” “Having worked in this industry a long time, I know that Cormar has a great reputation for launching quality ranges with great innovation and of course second to none service levels. I am delighted to be a part of it, as well as having the support of the team behind me.” Outside of work Carl is married to Karen, a nurse at York Hospital, and has five children. He enjoys following most sports and is a keen Arsenal fan. T 01204 881234

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Lano confirms Mohawk deal Lano has confirmed that it has signed a distribution agreement for the Western European residential broadloom market with the largest flooring manufacturer in the world, Mohawk International. This agreement will see Lano become the exclusive distributor of Mohawk Europe’s popular residential carpet collections that include the world-famous SmartStrand, SmartStrand Silk and EverStrand styles. “This distribution arrangement is a strategic move that will play on the strengths of both Lano and Mohawk International, and will strengthen Lano Carpets’ position as one of the leading suppliers of domestic textile floorcoverings,” explains Joe Lano, Lano Carpets. “Lano has forged a reputation based on high-quality products and outstanding service, and Mohawk is known for its cutting-edge innovation in fibre development. This collaboration will provide our customers with the convenience of having both Mohawk and Lano qualities available from a single sales source, which will improve service and save valuable time.”

Headlam warns on market contraction Top UK flooring distributor Headlam Group issued a warning at the beginning of July that first half earnings will be approximately 10% lower than last year due a contraction in the market during the period. Following the adverse first quarter performance, Headlam reported some recovery in March and April but a good start to May fell away as the month continued into June. The Group’s July statement confirmed: “As a result, the board now believes it is unlikely that the company will meet market expectations for the financial year as a whole.”

This improved distribution model will cause no changes for Lano customers. Mohawk Europe has been successfully integrated into Lano operations to ensure a seamless and swift transition. T 00800 5266 5266 www.lano.com 44 August 2013

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Survey

Are you getting I.T.? Getting your kicks from routine clicks There is increasing momentum towards information technology as manufacturers seek to manage their costs in the tight economic environment. But acceptance of these systems is relatively low.

In our survey –and the fact that it’s an online survey means respondents are most likely to be ‘tech savvy’ – nearly half said that they almost never place an order online with manufacturers and about a third said they only place a quarter or less of their business this way.

Asked if such systems saved them time, 55% of retailers said no and yet nearly 60% said they would prefer more manufacturers to go down this route. One of the key advantages of IT systems was the delivery tracking service which lets you know exactly when your order will arrve and 63% said that was a real benefit. We don’t normally mention manufacturers in our survey articles, but Cormar’s system was cited a number of times as a great example. Concerns that systems were replacing personal service were allayed in our survey with only 26% saying that they felt suppliers had cut back too much on the ‘human interface’. Perhaps surprisingly in these days of junk email, 75% of our retailers said they welcomed getting email bulletins from manufacturers, although 28% said they got too many. Only 9% of survey respondents said they had difficulty finding the information on the net on products and services they need – 45% said manufacturers websites were generally good but 37% said there was much scope for further improvement in this area.

When we switched our questions to how retailers were using the internet to promote their business, there was a lot less enthusiasm. Only 18% said they regularly communicated with customers by email and 81% said they never emailed offers or regular bulletins. Only 9% were regular users of social media systems like Twitter and Facebook.

60% would prefer more supplier systems 48% never place an order online

75% welcome email bulletins from suppliers 82% don’t regularly email customers

7% use social media to help their business

36% says the internet is bad for business

The Stocklists polled 994 retailers throughout the UK during July 2013. Replies and comments are recorded anonymously. Many thanks to all those who took part. However, two-thirds of our respondents said they had updated something on their own website within the last three months.

The final, deceptively simple, question asked whether, on balance, the internet is good for the flooring business. 36% said bad, 27% said good and 37% aren’t sure. The threat from e-commerce still casts a shadow over the internet for the High Street retailer!

Sleeping on the job Carpenter, one of the world’s leaders in sleep technology, has launched four new pillows to cater for every consumer requirement under the ‘sleep better’ brand. The Outlast Fibre and Memory pillow has been designed to offer consumers the ‘best of both worlds’ with practical head and neck support from the memory foam and a soft sensation from the micro-fibre. Outlast technology helps the user to regulate their temperature to aid a restful night’s sleep. It features a reversible cover with Outlast on one surface and 100 per cent cotton on the reverse. The Biocrystal pillow encorporates luxuriously soft micro fibre with unique CsAM technology, helping to regulate and balance energy levels and the immune system, while helping the user to wake up feeling rested and refreshed. A discreet ‘SleePad’ pouch filled with the crystals sits inside the pillow and can be removed when required. Said Gillian Finch, national sales manager for consumer products at Carpenter: “We’ve developed a suite of new products to cater to growing demand for innovation and have incorporated latest technology to offer something for every need.” A multi-purpose ‘heart shaped’ pillow has been developed to mould to the body with ease and is particularly beneficial for those with bad backs or pregnant women who struggle to get comfortable. It is available with breathable CoolMax technology fabric, designed to aid airflow throughout the product to keep it fresh. The Moulded Solo Pillow is a luxurious micro-fibre pillow with a moulded memory foam core. It offers two sleeping surfaces depending on whether the user requires support or luxury. Continued Gillian: “The range has a pillow to suit everyone, whether they suffer from headaches, bad necks or want something that is just excellent quality and comfortable.” T 01457 861141 www.carpenterconsumer.co.uk 46 August 2013

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Adhesive ahoy! Mapei’s two-component, epoxy polyurethane adhesive, Adesilex G19, has been utilised in the refurbishment of the striking Oceana Cruise Ship. Adesilex G19 was used to install AstroTurf onto the existing polyurethane rubber substrate on the 1,000m2 decking area of the cruise ship covering decks 12 and 14. Suitable for both internal and external installations, Adesilex G19 offers strong bonding and high durability. Once cured Adexilex G19 is also unaffected by wet weather or severe temperature variations, making it the ideal solution for flooring contractors, Durastic Ltd, when installing the AstroTurf. Adesilex G19 is also perfect for bonding rubber, PVC, semi- flexible vinyl sheet and tile, textile and linoleum floor coverings. Offering excellent resistance to tangential stresses it is particularly suited to areas subjected to high levels of foot traffic, such as sports flooring, retail environments and leisure facilities. T 0121 508 6970 www.mapei.co.uk

Retailer expertise online The Carpet Foundation has launched a totally new website. With the key objective of promoting retail members as ‘the experts’, and with recurring reference to the TSI backed Code of Practice, the aim is to actively and quantifiably drive footfall into retail shops. As a result, the retailer search facility is prominent throughout, and is even animated to draw further attention to it. The new look is fresh, clean and contemporary in appearance, with easy to use navigation, while the copy is packed full of high ranking Google key words to improve Search Engine Optimisation. Consumer oriented, it targets ‘females who are in the market for carpet’, and avoids ‘carpet speak’. There are 5 highlighted areas, in addition to the retailer search facility – Top Tips on Buying carpet; local experts; Quality Mark carpet; current trends and lastly advice on how to clean a carpet when accidents occur. These main areas are backed up by technical advice on areas such as underfloor heating and asthma, a pdf of the Code of Practice and there is a dedicated media section. There is also a ‘member log in’ facility for retailers to track visitors to their shops. Standalone one page member websites are also included. The new site heralds the beginning of a concerted ‘digital’ drive by the Carpet Foundation to increase and improve its online proposition. Commenting on the new site, Chief Executive Andrew Stanbridge said: “Increasingly, consumers in the market for carpet do their ‘due diligence’ on line, and it is essential that we have a site that is modern, well optimised and is full of relevant information in bite size chunks. The design is ‘du jour’ and we have trawled through Google analytics to ensure that the content is relevant. I am confident that it ticks all the boxes for the end user. This is the first step on our digital journey that will be rolled out to our members later in the year.” T 01562 755 568 www.carpetfoundation.com

Colour with a calm culture This summer Heuga adds a new stylish collection to its range called smart sense. The range creates a harmonious and modern look and consists of six natural colours and four on trend colours based on the Japanese culture. The dark brown colour is very reminiscent of the deep flavour of Sancho Pepper, while the light brown colour Bamboo is a clear match for the plant of the same name. The deep red colour Red Sun refers to the Japanese sunset and Wasabi is a fresh green colour named after the famous Japanese spice. They are great options for people who want to add a touch of warmth and colour to the interior. smart sense is a tufted structured loop pile and is extremely suitable for use in hallways, living areas or home offices. Classified at class 33 for heavy use, smart sense is suitable for residential areas and areas where there is an intensive use of castor chairs. Each colour has six different patterns to allow endless design possibilities. It has a random design and can therefore be laid in any direction. This speeds up and simplifies the installation process while reducing cutting waste to a minimum. smart sense is an extremely sustainable product. Not only because it’s produced in an environmentally responsible way, it’s also produced from 60% recycled content. smart sense has been created using the special microtuft process, a process using less yarn without sacrificing performance. It proves that a well-constructed dense surface can be just as durable and hardwearing as traditionally tufted carpets. smart sense is combining the comfort of a soft floor with the benefits of a hard floor. It retails at £38 per m2 and is available in 50cm x 50cm tiles. T +31 33 277 5862 www.heuga.com 48 August 2013

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Harrogate show preview

Harrogate buzz for ‘best-ever’ show “If you don’t visit Harrogate, you’ll never know what you have missed and what might have made a valuable difference to your business.” Neil Valentine of Furlong who has moved to Hall A with a much bigger stand to help drive forward their expansion programme.

Lots of value and it’s free - what do you have to lose! The exhibition, conference/seminar programme, demonstrations and networking opportunities are all completely free of charge to trade participants. Free parking at the venue’s underground car park is open to all visitors for all three days on a first come first served basis, and there will be free internet access throughout.

The Flooring Show in Harrogate aims to be the ‘best-ever’ say organisers who are finalising their schedule for the re-invigorated September show. “Our focus is on helping retailers build and improve their businesses,” says event organiser Paul Stott. “There are opportunities in Harrogate that can make a real difference in helping to take advantage of the gradual upturn in High Street trading,” A major intiative at the event is the ‘Business Enrichment Centre” where advice on growth will be foremost - see overleaf for details. The list of suppliers and organisations attending the show has also been boosted considerably during the Summer. “A strong list of exhibitors is a sign that the economy is finally picking up and allowing flooring suppliers to re-evaluate their marketing spend to include this excellent event,” says Paul. And in a move that shows the support of the UK flooring trade for Harrogate, a recent meeting prompted the involvement of key retail buying groups in the event. “The Flooring Show is delighted to work with the buying groups, and has now secured ACG, Metro Group and SMG as supporters of the show, all with a presence on the exhibition floor,” says Paul. Harrogate is a valuable opportunity for retailers to make a first-hand assessment of the benefits of buying group membership. “The Harrogate Show represents everything that is positive about our industry,” said Martin Peace of Abingdon Carpets. “It¹s the perfect springboard for the new selling season, a chance to get a reaction to new ranges and developments and a chance to mix with customers old and new in one of everyone¹s favourite social spots, the gorgeous town of Harrogate itself!” The Flooring Show, Harrogate opens on Sunday, September 1, until September 3. See the next eight pages of information and previews from leading exhibitors.

The Demo Zone The Demo Zone in Hall B features a comprehensive three-day programme, spearheaded by the CFA / FITA / NICF. The Zone has a packed programme of events that will provide excellent and valuable guidance to flooring professionals; other exhibitors will be featuring demonstrations on their own stands. Companies contributing to the demostrations include Ardex, Ball & Young, Balterio, Carpenter, F Ball, Interfloor, Itec and Polyflor. There are demonstrations taking place on each of the events three days and full details are available on the show website.

A full programme of events and highlights will be published in our September issue due out in mid August.

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Harrogate show preview Switch on to the network! Event organisers have been pleased with the response from exhibitors who are supporting the September event in increasing numbers. The Flooring Show, Harrogate, is the only national flooring event which is open to all and represents an unrivalled networking opportunity for the trade. • Abingdon Flooring • Adore Floors • Amdadi Handmade Rugs • Anbo • Associated Carpet Group • Ball and Young • Beaulieu International Group • Betap • BIG/Ideal • BMK • Breakwells • British Wool Marketing Board • Brockway Carpets • Canadia Wood Flooring • Carpet 1st • Carpet Recycling UK • Cavalier Carpets • Central Flooring • Classis Carpets & Rugs • Computers for Flooring • Condor Carpets • Contract Flooring Association • Contract Flooring Journal • Cormar • Crown Floors • Cybergold •DSI • D S Supplies • Demart Carpets • Distinctive Flooring • Earthwerks • Easun • Elegant Plastics • EPI Flooring • Exakt Tools • F Ball & Co • Fair Packaging • FITA • FloorSkills • Furlong Flooring • Gaskell Wool Rich • Gekko Industries • General Finishes • Georgian Carpets • Graboplast • Green Tree Distribution • H & V Carpets • Hadfields • Haldon Thompson • Halls Flooring • HBS Floor Trade • Interiors Monthly • Jewel Blade

• Jiangsu Beier • Jiangsu Shalang Floor Co • Karpet King UK • Kersaint Cobb • Kervanci Iplik • Kingsmead Carpets • KJC Carpets • Lano • Leeds Architects • Lifestyle Floors • Louis De Poortere • Manx • Masterpiece Systems • Mayne Computer Technology • Mercado • Merryfield Engineering • Mohawk International • Mr Tomkinson • NICF • Novostrat • Oriental Weavers • Perfil Star • Personna • Plantation Rugs • Primatech • Quebec Wood Export Bureau • Rawson Carpets • Regency Carpets • Rhys Davies • Rowlson • Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors • Sebo • Smart Direct • SMG Group • Spotnails • Stainshield • Stairrods • Stroolmount • Swiff Train • SYR • Terragrip • TFD Floortiles • The Stocklists magazine • Tomorrows Flooring • Tramex • Unifloor • Universal Mouldings • Wickham Hardwood Flooring • Wilkies Carpets • Woolsafe • YTD

The ‘Business Enrichment Centre’ – valuable business growth advice

Well known Business Growth Experts from across the UK are collaborating to provide a stunning array of free business growth advice in the show’s new ‘Business Enrichment Centre’. Each seminar has the sole aim of ensuring that business owners/managers will gain from at least one action that can be implemented immediately in their company and see revenue and/or profit growth! All of the experts are currently running businesses and know how and what things work. They include Vanessa Brady (CEO The Society of British Interior Design), Sian Astley (Interior Designer/Property Developer/Channel 5 TV Presenter), Victoria Redshaw (Globally renowned Trend Forecaster), Finlay Clark (Google Industry Manager), Helen Kitchen (Social Media & PR Thought Leader for Small Business) and many others. The seminars include: • Interior and Flooring Design Trends 2014 • How to Take Your Business Online • How to Sell Flooring to Women • How to Increase YOUR profit without making ONE EXTRA sale • How to Sell to Interior Designers • How to Work with Social Media

Details of timings can be seen on the show website at www.theflooringshow.com

Be there! - September 1-3 Register online at: www.theflooringshow.com

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Harrogate show preview

Carpet Recycling UK

Opportunities for retailers to enhance their businesses by recycling their carpets and carpet off-cuts will be explained by Carpet Recycling UK at September’s Harrogate Flooring Show. CRUK, the industry’s association for recycling and reusing carpet, will hold two presentations with a specific retail sector focus on Monday September 2nd from 1.15pm to 2pm in the Business Enrichment Centre. These will include an overview on the progress of take-back schemes for off-cuts at John Lewis and local distributor sites, as well as outlining future plans for similar initiatives across the country. Demand is growing for clean post-installation off-cuts that can be recycled into new products such as mattress pads, carpet underlay and insulation products. “Consumers want to see recycling happen; it’s the right thing to do and it makes sound financial sense with the ever-escalating cost of landfill disposal,” says Laurance Bird, CRUK Director. “We are encouraging retailers to recycle their carpet as they can gain tangible benefits to their businesses, while also saving on disposal costs.” He added: “As an organisation dedicated to diverting carpet from landfill, we can assist retailers interested in coming on board with us.” Hall M Stand 32 • 0161 440 8325 www.carpetrecyclinguk.com

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Crown Floors

Visitors to The Flooring Show 2013 will once again be able to view the ever-popular carpet collection from Crown Floors, as well as meet recently appointed sales agents and get more information on the very generous Crown Floors Loyalty Club scheme. Lending support to the UK’s largest dedicated flooring show for the 3rd year running, Crown Floors will use the event to meet with its many existing retailers from all over the country, as well as forge relationships with potential stockists. With the Crown Floors collection updated and expanded in recent months with the introduction of two new POS units and a brand new carpet style, Dunnottar Castle, there will certainly be a lot for visitors to explore on the Crown Floors stand. “The Flooring Show will be a great opportunity for us to interact with our retailers and keep everyone up-to-date with the many changes that we have implemented in the past year,” comments James Caldwell, UK sales coordinator, Crown Floors. “It will also offer us the ideal platform from which to showcase our entire collection, the brand new POS display units and of course the latest addition to the range, Dunnottar Castle.” Details of the popular Crown Floors Loyalty Club will also be on hand, with a selection of possible gifts on display to show retailers the benefits of joining. With points awarded for every square metre of Crown Floors carpet sold, points soon add up and retailers can exchange these for a variety of rewards including the latest gadgets, days out and even designer fashion items. Hall A Stand 1 T 0800 0773301 www.crownfloors.co.uk

At this year’s Flooring Show in Harrogate, Cormar Carpets will unveil the latest additions to its portfolio of successful carpet collections. As one of the UK’s leading independent tufted carpet manufacturers, Cormar will showcase its flagship heavyweight, polypropylene twist Primo Ultra – which is part of the easy clean family. Containing eight of the most popular plain and heather colours, in a fine tenth gauge finish, this dense pile carpet has enjoyed great success following the increased popularity of heavyweight stain resistant twists. In addition Cormar will also be featuring its brand new range Sensation Heathers which comes hot on the heels of the hugely successful Sensation Original (shown at last year’s Harrogate show) and Sensation New Feeling ranges. Made with100% Luxelle for a luxurious handle, it has all the stain resistant properties of a polypropylene carpet and comes in a choice 10 heather shades. After a successful year, including winning the Flooring One Award for the ninth time, Cormar will launch yet another brand new carpet collection at the show, as well as featuring its full range of in-store display options including lecterns, wall units and the new ‘sales station’. This unit gives retailers the opportunity to promote all the easy clean or wool ranges on one free standing unit, which takes up no more than one square metre of floor space. All Cormar’s stain resistant polypropylene carpets, wool twists and wool loop carpets are produced on site at its Lancashire mills and distributed in the UK and Eire via its own delivery fleet. Hall A Stand 17/18 • T 01204 881234 www.cormarcarpets.co.uk

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Lano Carpets

The Flooring Show 2013 would not be complete without the presence of one of the most significant and well-loved Belgian carpet manufacturers in the industry and Lano Carpets has confirmed that it will be once again be showcasing its incredibly popular and diverse range of residential carpet styles. A main focus of the Lano stand will be the relaunched Startwist carpet collection that consists of two existing qualities, Edition and Supreme, as well as the brand new Elite that has been introduced to celebrate the carpet’s 20th anniversary. Crafted from an improved two-ply Lanoset polypropylene fibre, the new Startwist range will impress visitors looking for soft and thick carpet styles. For those visiting retailers looking to refresh their existing ranges, Lano Carpets will unveil the recently revamped polypropylene twist carpet Pembridge, as well as an exciting new development in the eco-friendly Perlana range that is crafted from 100% recycled content. Those with a penchant for pattern will also be pleased with several new designs in the woven Venice Wilton collection, inspired by trendy motifs. “The Flooring Show 2013 will be an extremely exciting one for Lano Carpets, as we plan to use the exhibition as our opportunity to introduce several updated designs and brand new styles to the UK residential market,” comments Heidi Debakker, product manager, Lano. “Harrogate will be the official preview for the updated Pembridge, Venice and Perlana designs, and we will also be officially launching our brand new Corona collection, so watch this space!” Hall M Stand 17 • T 00800 5266 5266 www.lano.com

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The WoolSafe Organisation will once again be exhibiting at the Flooring Show in Harrogate, keen to show visiting retailers and manufacturers the exciting developments that have been keeping the busy team occupied over the past year. Harrogate will provide an ideal platform for WoolSafe to showcase its award-winning Carpet Stain Cleaning Guide App to the hundreds of expected visitors to its stand (just inside the main entrance) and demonstrate just how it can help their businesses. As Steve Bakker, marketing manager, The WoolSafe Organisation, explains: “The Flooring Show will be a brilliant opportunity for carpet retailers and manufacturers to really get to grips with the WoolSafe Carpet Stain Cleaning Guide App, and it will allow us to directly show them how they can use the app to benefit their working day. The app arms retailers with expert knowledge about how to remove common and more unusual stains, equipping them to answer any queries that their customers may have and allowing them to provide greater levels of service than ever before. “The carpet industry is experiencing a shift in popularity towards polypropylene fibre carpets that are sold as very simple to keep clean, so we are excited to introduce this app to wool carpet manufacturers as it highlights that wool carpets can be kept spot free just as easily and effectively.,” continues Steve Bakker. “We really believe the app can help change consumer attitudes towards maintenance of more natural fibres, and the best thing is that many of the fuss-free solutions that the app suggests can be done with easy to purchase WoolSafe approved cleaning products.” Those in the carpet industry wanting to have this expert knowledge at their fingertips can download and explore the WoolSafe Carpet Stain Cleaning Guide app prior to the Flooring Show free from the App Store. The app is compatible with Apple iPad and iPhone. Hall A Stand 33 • T 01943 850 817 www.woolsafe.org

Mohawk

Once again, Mohawk is planning to delight visitors to the Flooring Show 2013 with its range of innovative fibres that are as beautifully soft as they are stylish, and this year will be the first time that the Lano Carpets team will be taking the helm after signing a distribution agreement for the Western European residential broadloom market with Mohawk International. The popular SmartStrand collection, which is famed for its inherent stain and soil resistance, will be on show, and retailers will be encouraged to explore the many different qualities available. Including the textured Dramatic Flair carpet as well as the super-soft SmartStrand Silk, the SmartStrand collection will prove its versatility and diversity. “The Harrogate show looks set to be very successful for Mohawk, and will allow us to reach potential new retailers and stockists of the flagship Mohawk carpets, including SmartStrand,” comments Joe Lano, Lano Carpets. “Since Lano Carpets signed the distribution agreement with Mohawk, our dedicated sales team has met with many existing Mohawk stockists, but Harrogate will offer the opportunity to forge new relationships and convey the benefits of this improved distribution model. “As well as displaying the well-known SmartStrand collection, we will also have a space dedicated to demonstrating the benefits of EverStrand carpet, which is of course crafted from 100% recycled plastic bottles,” continues Joe Lano. “The Flooring Show will allow us to demonstrate the environmental and performance benefits of EverStrand carpet to retailers, and we are predicting that our range of EverStrand styles will rise in popularity over the coming years as homeowners become more and more concerned about using eco-friendly and sustainable products in the home.” Hall M Stand 17 • T 01480 479830 www.mohawkinternational.com

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F Ball & Co

F. Ball will showcase its latest generation of flooring installation products at The Flooring Show in Harrogate. F. Ball’s range of innovative smoothing underlayments including new Stopgap 1100 Gypsum and Stopgap 1200 Pro are the star attractions on the company’s exhibition stand, as well as exclusive information about further product developments being revealed. Developed in response to market requirements, Stopgap 1200 Pro is the ultimate choice for preparing subfloors that are contaminated with adhesive residue. The high performance smoothing underlayment is suitable for direct application over adhesive residues, without the need to mechanically prepare the subfloor and in most cases, without priming. Stopgap 1200 Pro’s time saving and superior flow features will be showcased in the Demo Zone throughout the exhibition to give visitors the opportunity to see the product in use first hand and see why this new product is quickly becoming a firm favourite in the flooring industry. Hall B Stand 1 • T 01538 361633 www.f-ball.co.uk

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Stairrods are proud to be displaying their latest products at the Harrogate Show, building on the very successful launch of the Premier Trims at last year's event. This year Stairrods will be showing the Estimator Sample Box and the Premier Trim Display board. The Premier Trims are available in 4 profiles; Single, Cover, Square and the New DoubleZ, in 90cm and 270cm lengths and they come in the following finishes; polished brass, satin brass, antique brass, antique bronze, chrome, brushed chrome, polished nickel, satin nickel and pewter. Visit the stand in Hall B to see the quality full length Premier Trims. Hall B Stand 27 • T 01207 591176 www.stairrods.co.uk

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Natural choice for style The Linocork collection from Granorte is made entirely from natural ingredients to create a floorcovering that breathes life into the home and feels truly unique. Ideal for retailers that want to cater to homeowners looking for environmentally friendly products, Linocork planks feature a 2mm Linoleum surface atop a cork layer, a high-density fibreboard core and an integrated cork underlay. In total, the designs contain 25% preconsumer recycled content, and each floor has Greenguard Indoor Air Quality certification and FSC-accreditation. “The demand for natural floor surfaces is steadily increasing, and the Linocork collection combines two renewable materials to great effect,” comments Paulo Rocha, product manager, Granorte. “The linoleum surface feels smooth to the touch and offers great levels of durability, while the cork base helps to regulate air quality and improve underfoot comfort as well as sound and heat insulation.”

Finishing touch of class As every fitter and retailer knows, a flooring project is never truly complete without certain accessories, and the collection of profiles, stair nosings and PVC trims from Floorwise makes it easy to find that ideal finishing touch. “Floorwise has ranges suitable for both domestic and commercial use, including curvable profiles as well as the Classic, Max, Max Reflections, Wood Floor and PVC profiles and stair nosings,” comments Richard Bailey, managing director, The Floorwise Group. “This convenience is what makes us ideal for both retailers and fitters, as we have products to suit a whole variety of installations, whether its wood or vinyl, ceramics or carpet.” Ideal for laminate, engineered and wooden planks, the Wood Floor range of flooring profiles is available in a variety of sizes, heights and finishes to provide a neat and attractive finish. With a unique ‘stick & go’ adhesive method, this collection can help to save valuable time as it allows fitters to simply cut the profile to size, peel back the tape, stick down, and go. The Classic collection of profiles is precision engineered to exacting standards, and for projects where extra strength and rigidity are required, the Floorwise Max range consists of maximum duty metals that are suitable for both commercial and domestic installations. The Max Reflections range goes one step further and focuses on the concept of coordinated interiors. Combining high durability with ontrend finishes including chrome, black nickel, brass and brushed steel, Max Reflections is the go-to collection for profiles that coordinate with other interior fixtures and fittings such as light switches, electrical sockets and door handles.

Not only sustainable, Linocork floors also deliver in terms of aesthetics. With a choice of rectangular planks with a marble-like appearance or bold one-colour square tiles, the collection is ideal for those that want to inject vibrant style into their home. A total of 16 vivid marble-effect decors in colours such as Deep Red, Sunset and Graphite sit alongside 12 plain tiles that can be mixed and matched to create stunning checkerboard finishes. “Linocork really does prove that natural flooring need not be boring,” continues Paulo Rocha. “With such a plethora of colours to choose from, the collection will excite shoppers looking for natural but ontrend floorcoverings, and there is a design to suit all tastes.” T 01785 711 131 www.granorte.co.uk

Floorwise also offers a range of curvable Flexible PVC Trims, that are suitable for contract and domestic locations. The collection includes different coloured top trim profiles to create a neat, safe and durable junction between adjacent floor finishes, and the varying sizes allow for almost all floorcovering thicknesses to be accommodated. “It is clear that Floorwise provides everything a fitter could possibly need when it comes to finishing off a floor,” continues Richard Bailey. “All of our finishing products offer the famous Floorwise quality and value, and it remains our top priority to continue to deliver one of the most comprehensive profile ranges available for both commercial and residential projects.” T 01509 673974 www.floorwise.co.uk

Hotter shots Industry hot shots turned out in force for The Furniture Makers’ annual Big Shots day. Some 33 teams, comprising a mix of experts, novices, keen amateurs and first timers, took part in the event at E.J. Churchill shooting grounds at High Wycombe last Thursday June 13. “It was fantastic to see such a good level of support in what is undoubtedly a tough economic climate,” said the Furniture Makers’ Charity President Tony Attard. The one day shoot - whose major sponsor was Furniture Village and was also sponsored by BrightHouse, KI UK, Chaucer Logistics, Kolorcraft, Designer Contracts and Collins & Hayes - raised over £21,000 with cash still rolling in for the furnishing industry’s only dedicated charity. The annual clay pigeon shoot has raised over £400,000 for the Charity over the years. All funds raised will go towards supporting those who work, or have worked, in the furnishing industry and need financial help. T 020 256 5558 58 August 2013

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Flower on Flooring News Let the grain take the strain Replicating the natural effect of wood is an area that has seen considerable growth in the flooring industry in recent years, especially for luxury vinyl tiles, but it is notable that wood-effect also remains the popular choice in other areas, such as laminate and cushion.

Forbo marketing manager, Julie Dempster, said: “Natural-look materials give homes the feel-good factor that people are looking for right now. With naturally inspired finishes it’s about giving back-tonature charm modern, fresh appeal. "But, when it comes to flooring, timeless design is ever popular. Known for its high-end, hard-wearing finish, our Novilon collection includes classic wood effects in traditional, dark colours. In addition, more rustic finishes have been introduced, reflecting the popularity for the worn, distressed look." Having predicted a flooring trend for larger planks in wood effect flooring at the start of the year, luxury vinyl flooring manufacturer Moduleo has seen a surge of interest in this new trend. It has accordingly launched a new range of large planks in its hard-wearing Transform range.

UK and Eire managing director David Bigland, says larger planks create the illusion of space in room settings. "The size of these new planks means that we don’t cut up the grain and are therefore able to showcase the authentic finish of our products,” he says. The large plank from Moduleo is available in four finishes: Verdon Oak, Classic Oak, Baltic Maple and Ethnic Wenge. The new plank will measure 1500 mm x 245 mm and is available in both Click and dryback installation. “Our flooring is designed to remain as true to its natural counterpart as possible, but with none of the associated drawbacks. Our new large planks provide a striking finish and can create the illusion of more space in an enclosed area, as well as showcasing large open commercial areas,” says Mr Bigland.

Tarkett inspires with its ID collections

Victoria Luxury Flooring LVT residential sales and marketing manager Robert Byrne, says: "Resilient floor finishes are echoing the craftsmanship of a by-gone age when wood floors were ‘worked by hand’ with hand scraped surface textures and ‘salvaged’ wood effects,

Two of the most recent LVT new introductions are Tarkett's iD Inspiration 70 and iD Selection 40 collections. Both include over 30 different colours and effects and have been designed to suit the requirements of consumer homes, but are made to commercial specifications and therefore highly durable, the company effects. iD Selection has a 0.4mm PVC wear layer, whilst iD Inspiration 70 has a wear layer of 0.7mm.

John Devine, Tarkett UK sales director, says: “Hard-wearing durability has been matched with stylish, on-trend designs to offer a product that not only looks fantastic but will last, while offering users a sustainable choice. “The range is also incredibly easy to lay and maintain, delivering a saving to both project managers charged with installing the flooring and long-term users. It’s a product we’re excited about releasing to the market and we expect demand for it to be high.”

Forbo Flooring has noticed that designers cannot get enough of organic shapes and earthy palettes with warmth and texture. The company says its Novilon Nova Wood and Viva Fusion ranges are ideal to realise this look. Whether it is the appearance of unvarnished blonde woods like beech and birch or a richer oak or wengé, natural looking flooring provides the perfect foil for this trend, it says.

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like Velvet Walnut from our Innova range, while reclaimed and rustic looks, like our Mode Weathered Timber and Chapel Oak, are prominent customer selections, especially in large plank formats."

Within the company's VLF products Mode, Signature, Innova and Essencia are easy to maintain and are highly durable and include varying size formats, he says. "Our design savvy customers are combining products within their interior scheme, using our VLF wood planks as a back drop to their space, softened by using rugs to define more social and relaxing zones. Rugs can add a splash of personality, rather than over personalising the vinyl floor selection with complex design borders and motifs, which can ultimately limit future design flexibility and creativity," says Mr Byrne.

"With Natural Look & Feel technology, the designs are incredibly realistic with a stunning wood texture that will remain looking fabulous. Featuring a super easy to clean surface and with a 15-year wear guarantee, Ultimate Oak really is a fantastic introduction into the benefits of cushion flooring,” Ms Hemelaer concludes.

Avenue Floors’ product manager Victoria Hemelaer, says: “UK consumers love the classic look of oak but sometimes want the practicality of cushion vinyl and with Ultimate Oak from our Touch of Class collection they can have exactly this.

Polyflor’s Camaro combines performance with aesthetics

Polyflor's Camaro Flooring Collection includes 30 authentic, creative and practical floor coverings designed to enhance any home interior or moderate commercial setting. Developed in conjunction with a team of commissioned artists and experienced product designers, each unique product is based on the natural allure and beauty of wood, and also includes stone, slate and marble. Ultimate Oak is part of the ‘Touch of Class’ collection from Avenue

“As its name suggests Ultimate Oak is a collection of our most inspired and true oak decors, with shades ranging from honey through to smoked, offering a perfect combination of style with great levels of underfoot comfort, as well as a slip-resistant finish that makes it perfect for use in bathrooms and kitchens.”

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“First-class aesthetic appeal, combined with the ultra-hard wearing and easy to clean product construction, makes the Camaro Flooring Collection a stand-out luxury vinyl tile range on the market,” says Polyflor marketing manager Tom Rollo. The company has developed a wide range of accessories to complement any flooring design and create a unique, enhanced effect, he says. Camaro Grouting Strips are available in five coordinating and realistic stone grout colours while four new Camaro Marquetry Strips have been designed to help create that authentic and highly desirable detailed wood floor installation.

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The British Wool column Ulster Carpets adds new colours to Velvet Collection

Stunning choice is on offer within the portfolio of woven wiltons from Ulster Carpets and it has been further enhanced with the addition of five new colourways to their Ulster Velvet range. One of the finest wilton products on offer, Ulster Velvet is luxurious woolrich flooring that looks and feels as its name suggests; smooth, with a texture akin to velvet and a very classy look for the home. The five new shades created: Cloister, Dovecote, Mead, Mullion and Mushroom will further enhance the extensive colour palette of velvets available. Ulster Velvet is woven in an 80% wool, 20% nylon yarn blend and is suitable for extra heavy wear. Available in 5 colour matching widths: 5m, 4m, 3m, 2m and 1m, which help to reduce waste and save on costs. (Unfortunately, in error, we showed the wrong image against the Ulster Velvet piece in this column in the July issue of Stocklists, all apologies – we repeat it here for you, so there is no confusion.)

Brintons celebrate the Queen’s Coronation at Buckingham Palace It was a day to celebrate the Queen’s Coronation and her Majesty held a four day festival in her own garden as the key event to bring recognition not only to her remarkable reign but to the many companies that have provided her with goods and services over the last 60 years.

The sun shone brightly on the day and those that have gained the prestigious Royal Warrant gathered in the truly splendid gardens of Buckingham Palace. Among them was the carpet brand long associated with innovation and quality and which has carpeted many a prestigious residence… Brintons.

Don Coates, MD of Brintons chatting with the British Wool were delighted Duke of Wessex at the Coronation Festival. to see a major British Wool carpet manufacturer in attendance at what was an impressive collective of some two hundred UK brands from fashion to food and interior textiles to science and technology. The Royal Warrant is a time honoured tradition between trades people and the monarchy – the earliest surviving record of the Royal approval dates from 1155 when Henry II granted the Weaver’s Company a Royal Charter. Don Coates, managing director of Brintons said: “As a Royal Warrant holder, everyone at Brintons is immensely proud to have been part of this unique event attended by the worlds’ press and it was a fabulous opportunity for us to showcase our company.”

Brintons combined old and new in their exhibit - the carpet design was originally produced in 1951 for the Festival of Britain and became a quite talking point with all including the Royal visitors and the High Definition Weave technology showing a woodland backdrop that most people had to touch to convince themselves it was carpet and was truly a tribute to their design skills.

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Wool also appeared in many other products on display too including fabulous interior cloths and garments and even woolly slug pellets too that apparently protect the Royal hostas from the dreaded slugs! These Royal Warrant holders all show the Royal seal of approval for naturally grown wool and all made by British manufacturers.

Manx Carpets brings back Castle Twist

Manx Carpets, has re-launched its ever popular Castle Twist with a fresh palette of plain and heather colours added with some of the old favourites in the mix too. Castle Twist, a British Wool range, is one of the most successful 80/20 wool twist tufted carpet collections of recent years and is made with 80% British Wool & 20% polypropylene. Available in various weights, so that the consumer can select heavier and more hard-wearing weights for areas such as the hall and stairs and lighter weights for the bedrooms – offering great flexibility and practicality to the buyer and a trend which is becoming more and more popular in the market place. The range is available in three weight options - Duke, Prince and King to suit various price points and there are twelve shades including the very current shades of grey and mineral. It is available in both 4 and 5 metre widths too. All of this choice and flexibility make Castle Twist an easy choice for the price conscious consumer. 62 August 2013

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Secura showcase for top performer Polyflor has announced the launch of Secura, its first multi-width luxury vinyl sheet range. Manufactured at the Teeside plant which has long been recognised by retailers and consumers as producing the highest quality printed vinyl flooring, the Secura collection has been developed to enhance interiors with designs that reflect the natural beauty of wood, stone and stylish abstract finishes. The collection of 26 colours is available in 2, 3 and 4 metre widths and features a 0.35mm wear layer and R10 slip resistance making it suitable for both heavy domestic and light commercial applications. “This collection broadens our offering to the sector comprising both modern and traditional luxury vinyl designs in a multi-width sheet form,” comments Tom Rollo, Polyflor’s Marketing Manager. “We have once again invested heavily in stunning installation photography to truly showcase the Secura range which is beautifully presented in an 84 page brochure.” As the Secura collection has been developed for the semi commercial and domestic interior market it is ideal for specification into public and private housing developments and light commercial projects. Unlike other Polyflor heterogeneous vinyl ranges Secura can be loose laid in almost all domestic locations, offering reduced installation time and significant cost savings. Secura is also 100% recyclable via Recofloor, the leading vinyl take-back scheme. T 0161 767 1111

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