The Stocklists - October 2021 by David Spragg

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4 October 2021

FLOORINGNEWS

BRITAIN’S No. 1 FLOORCOVERING MAGAZINE FOR THE RETAIL AND CONTRACT MARKET

A SPOTLIGHT ON ELEGANCE

Back with a bang

The revamped range completes our family of twists and has recently won a Flooring Innovation Award

Thanks for stopping by to see us at The Flooring Show!

FIRST LOOK AT VENETO

A new luxury carpet completing our soft-touch collection

DISPLAY STANDS FEEL THE LOVE

Our high-impact, in-store display modules proved to be the last word in customer focused store displays

ONE STOP SHOP SUPPLIER

Our new website is the latest development in our aim to offer first choice flooring for every room

Missed us?

Visit our new website at

www.furlongflooring.com

FIRST CHOICE FLOORING FOR EVERY ROOM Dartford 01322 628 700 • Preston 01772 316155 • Stonehouse 0845 520 0800

Create your Masterpiece.

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ISSUE 559 : OCTOBER 2021 Published by Mayville Publishing Co Ltd., 219 West Ella Road, West Ella, Hull HU10 7SD @thestocklists Tel: 01482 659396 Fax: 01482 659397 www.thestocklists.com Sales Director: Diane Martin. diane@mayvillepublishing.co.uk Publication Director: David Spragg Founded by Roy Spragg in 1973.

THE MAGAZINE THAT’S ALL ABOUT FLOORING

Advertisers

FLOORINGNEWS starts on page 27 Showcase of the stars

Monthly ‘Stocklisters’ shown in BOLD

Check out all the winners in detail to make sure you’re not missing out on the 2021 innovations.

H ABINGDON FLOORING

01274 655694

n ACG

07873 223144

56,58

01264 335111

Index

H ALTERNATIVE FLOORING

See pages 54-75

Ht ASSOCIATED WEAVERS 4-5,6-7,67,74 01422 431100

“Family re-union” The Flooring Show creates happiness in Harrogate!

t AVENUE 61 +32 56 653 211 t BERRYALLOC

t BRAMPTON CHASE

8,9

01604 664855

o CARPENTER 92

01457 861141

H CAVALIER CARPETS

e t te r Feel #BChoose

Wool wonders

Wool Natura

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ble | Bi

Wool Week this October brings the top manufacturers to celebrate the wonders of wool carpet. See pages 48-52 dabl odegra

ek #woolweter #feelbet wool #choose ignforwool @campa nforwool.org campaig

29,70

01254 268000

0208 443 3322

H CONDOR CARPETS

+31 38 477 8911

H CORMAR

01204 881234

H FELLS CARPETS

01977 662211

11,31,76

01538 361633

n FITA 53

01159 506836

n FLOORWISE 89

01509 673974

n FLOWCRETE

01942 251400

H FURLONG FLOORING

Show report – page 40 Brand new – page 42 Launch pad – page 44

+32 5652 8480

s COLUMBIA FLOORING

n F. BALL

FEEL BETTER #CHOOSEWOOL

Page Contact No No

FC,12-14 01772 696787

t HARVEY MARIA

0845 6801231

t HATHAWAY FLOORING

0161 872 8003

H HUGH MACKAY 18

01429 892555

n i4F

+32 11 922111

n INNOV8 41 — n INTERFLOOR

01622 534041

t KAHRS

023 9245 3045

01386 820 100

s KELLARS

Cormar add to popular Primo page 27

Chateau chic

Unseen opportunity

Versatility of BerryAlloc page 27

FlooringFactsheets Adhesives Buying Groups

Underlay options abound page 34-36

LVT Directory

LVT Options

Carpet Company Directory

80-81

Underlay 86-87

Carpet Trouble-shooter

82-83

Wholesalers 88-89

Woolsafe: the Carpet Care Guide 84-85

Carpet Types

ISSN 2046-7338 © Mayville Publishing Co. Ltd. 2021. Every care is taken in compiling this magazine, but the proprietors assume no responsibility in the effects arising therefrom.

2,16,38-39 0161 443 0970

t LEOLINE

0800 032 3970

n MERRYFIELD ENGINEERING

01422 373799

n METRO

01204 393539

t MODULEO

—

01332 851500

n NICF 53

0115 958 3077

o NOVOSTRAT 32 00353 61 339287 H PENTHOUSE CARPETS

20,21

01706 639866

01274 905411

H THOMAS WITTER 25

01429 892555

o TEXFELT

The industry’s knowledge-bank

01706 213131

t KARNDEAN DESIGNFLOORING

Stipple style

45,73,86

H ITC

s TRADECO 22 07833 660451 n UNIFLOOR

0845 6030906

t VERONA

0113 244 4984

Ht VICTORIA FLOORING 57,69

01562 749300

o WILSON UNDERLAYS

01924 451138

Classified Adverts ................................... pages 91 H carpets/rugs/tiles t woods/laminates/smooths n accessories/services/organisations = fibres o underlay s wholesalers/distributors l adhesives

MERRYFIELD CARPET CUTTING MACHINERY British Manufactured Carpet Cutting Machines THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

Visit ‘Merryfield Carpet’ on YOUTUBE to see our full range of cutting machines or call 01422 373799 3

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Share your Sedna #sednacarpet www.sedna-carpet.co.uk

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A UK brand since 1964

WATC H T HE F IL M AND DISCOV E R OUR AWA R D WI N N IN G

Always a trailblazer when it comes to branding, Associated Weavers reinvents the in-store display & brings an experience unseen in the flooring business. With traditional samples and an intuitive digital module, Invictus® luxury vinyl flooring invites the customer on a fun-todo purchasing journey.

DIS PL AY

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GREAT FLOORING • INVINCIBLE PERFORMANCE

Share your Invictus #invictuscarpetflooring www.invictus.co.uk

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A UK brand since 1964

Discover

our latest Large collection

Plank

Modern wood designs available in both stunning large plank and contemporary herringbone sizes Herringbone

Large Plank

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Become a Protected Gold Retailer LIMITED AVAILABILITY!

Talk to us about your commercial projects

• Fast, Flexible Delivery • • Marketing Support • • Free Samples • Register your interest and pre-order stands now bramptonchase.co.uk/retailers

We’re Hiring Send us your CV

European Oak in large plank and herringbone sizes

London Territory Manager hiring@bramptonchase.co.uk

01604 664855 bramptonchase.co.uk

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Luxury Click-fit Planks 9

Columbia Flooring plc

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

Call US NOW!!! 020 8443 3322

sales@columbiaflooring.co.uk www.columbiaflooringplc.co.uk Opening Times: Monday - Friday 8.30am to 5.30pm Saturday 8.30am to 12 noon Tel: 0208 443 3322 Fax: 0208 805 2346 TRAFALGAR TRADING ESTATE, JEFFREYS ROAD, ENFIELD, MIDDLESEX, EN3 7TY.

1970 – 2020

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NE Nothing Performs Like New

STOPGAP

MICRO RAPID Floor Finishing Compound

SUPERIOR, FASTER AND ULTRA-SMOOTH • Rapid drying ‘Fast-Track’ performance • Ultra-smooth, flexible finish • Forms a feathered edge

• Flawless finish over plywood joints and screwheads • No primer required

A great finish starts with F. Ball

F. Ball and Co. Ltd.

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01538 361 633 • mail@f-ball.co.uk • www.f-ball.com

GREAT BRITISH INNOVATION 11

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acheetham@furlongflooring.com

M 07966 263571

ALAN CHEETHAM GTR MANCHESTER, CHESHIRE M 07970 163372

GRANT MILLER WEST SCOTLAND

gmiller@furlongflooring.com

www.furlongflooring.co.uk

New website

enquiries@furlongflooring.com

Email enquiries

tel: 01322 628707 fax: 01322 698733

London Sales

tel: 0845 520 0800 fax: 01452 222515

Gloucester Sales

tel: 01772 696787 fax: 01772 311921

Preston Sales

dstyles@furlongflooring.com

M 07983 446969

DEAN STYLES NORTH EAST, EAST COAST

mshutt@furlongflooring.com

M 07970 158594

MIKE SHUTT BIRMINGHAM/ STAFFORDSHIRE, SHROPSHIRE

mmorrisr@furlongflooring.com

M: 07973 403450

MARTYN MORRIS SOUTH YORKSHIRE

mprice@furlongflooring.com

M: 07968 828516

M 07976 311434

acairnie@furlongflooring.com

MARTIN PRICE YORKSHIRE

ALAN CAIRNIE EAST SCOTLAND

WE’RE LOOKING AT SERVING YOUR BUSINESS FROM

Furlong Flooring. The people who can deliver your success.

A TOTALLY NEW ANGLE!

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pfletcher@furlongflooring.com

M 07816 217561

PETER FLETCHER HAMPSHIRE & DORSET

joconnor@furlongflooring.com

M 07816 217550

JACK O’CONNOR SOUTH BUCKS, BERKSHIRE, WEST LONDON, SURREY (OUTSIDE M25)

zbilgrami@furlongflooring.com

M: 07793 244620

ZEE BILGRAMI SOUTH, SW & SE LONDON

dspendiff@furlongflooring.com

M 07791 890861

DARREN SPENDIFF KENT

jakien@furlongflooring.com

M 07791 891024

JOHN AKIEN EAST & WEST SUSSEX

jbone@furlongflooring.com

M: 07816 217548

JAMIE BONE N.W, NORTH, EAST & CENTRAL LONDON

athompson@furlongflooring.com

M 07816 217565

ANDY THOMPSON ESSEX, HERTFORDSHIRE

plovell@furlongflooring.com

M 07816 217549

PAUL LOVELL NORFOLK, SUFFOLK & CAMBS

enquries@furlongflooring.com

TBA LEICESTER, WARWICKSHIRE

cmcmaster@furlongflooring.com

M 07872 964685

COLBY McMASTER NOTTS, STAFFORD, SOT, DERBYSHIRE & LINCS

NEW PORTAL! Order online 24/7 with live stock checking. Ask your rep for details.

Competitive, best-selling products - all available right away from UK stock – with rapid logistics that ensure you get what you need, when you need it.

swaithman@furlongflooring.com

STEWART WAITHMAN DEVON & CORNWALL M 07794 048413

tconway@furlongflooring.com

M 07791 891025

M 07794 048414

tbailey@furlongflooring.com

TONY CONWAY BEDS, NORTHANTS, OXON & BUCKS

jbrimble@furlongflooring.com

M 07794 041266

JASON BRIMBLE AVON & GLOUCESTERSHIRE

bthomas@furlongflooring.com

M 07794 048809

BEN THOMAS MID & WEST WALES

TIM BAILEY SOUTH EAST WALES & HEREFORDSHIRE

jgray@furlongflooring.com

M 07957 459642

JOHN GRAY MERSEYSIDE, WIRRAL & NORTH WALES

mdowson@furlongflooring.com

M 07980 786265

MARK DOWSON PART LANCS, FLYDE COAST & CUMBRIA

FULL UK COVERAGE FROM STOCK.

All your ﬂooring solutions under one roof

FIRST CHOICE FLOORING FOR EVERY ROOM CARPET • VINYL • LVT • LAMINATE • HARDWOOD www.furlongﬂooring.co.uk Contact sales: Dartford 01322 628 700 • Preston 01772 316155 • Stonehouse 0845 520 0800 14

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At Kährs, we think floors should look as good as they are functional. With our Luxury Tiles range, we’ve worked hard to combine the best of both: They’re as naturally beautiful as stone and wood floors, but with all the benefits of modern vinyl flooring, ensuring excellent durability and a long life.

KÄHRS LVT TAIGA

Get the best buying rates and drive showroom sales with Kährs LT display solutions.

All retailers investing in a display will upgrade from being a Silver LT Retailer and benefit from discounted buying rates and free delivery.

Contact us for more information and to find out how all stands can be fully rebated back: www.kahrs.com THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

| sales@kahrs.com

| 023 9245 3045 15

Wood Underlay Made from XPS Foam

Order your branded Wood Underlay from our sales team today: Sales@kellars.co.uk 0161 443 0970

XPS 16

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Beautiful floors for beautiful spaces

FOR THE BEST PALLET PRICING CONTACT HATHAWAY FLOORING

8MM & 12MM

EASY FIT

FAST DELIVERY

L2C LOC

4 BEVELS

0161 872 8003 I sales@hathawayflooring.com I hathawayflooring.com THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

SA O M RD PL ER ES F R TO EE DA Y

AGT Effect laminate flooring delivers impressive authenticity thanks to its deep register in emboss surface finish. Available in 8mm AC4 and 12mm AC5 specifications, Effect comes in 14 original looks. Available from Hathaway Flooring for delivery across the UK.

Where quality & durability become reality SCOTLAND JOHN STUART M: 07860 565 200 E: johnrstuart@btopenworld.com NORTH EAST & CUMBRIA BECKY MULDER M: 07970 491 215 E: rebann2@btinternet.com

EAST MIDLANDS STEVE FURNISS M: 07773 384 787 E: furnissagencies@btinternet.com WEST MIDLANDS DEAN STANLEY M: 07572 758 010 E: dssalesagencies@gmail.com

YORKSHIRE JOHN ALSOP M: 07860 572 220 E: alsopagencies@yahoo.co.uk

OXFORDSHIRE, WILTSHIRE, HAMPSHIRE ANDREW JEFFERIES M: 07831 457102 E: adj.agencies@gmail.com

LANCASHIRE & NW JOHN ROSTRON M: 07973 733 208 E: johnrostronagencies@hotmail.com

SOUTH WEST & DORSET BRENDAN HART M: 07850 130 221 E: ba.hart1@yahoo.com

NORFOLK, SUFFOLK, CAMBS, NORTH ESSEX JONATHAN HART T: 07889 264466 E: jonathan@jonathanhart.org SOUTH WALES, BRISTOL, & GLOUCESTERSHIRE PAUL POWELL M: 07968 186 150 E: paulpowellagencies@gmail.com SOUTH EAST & SOUTH LONDON DAVE BOWMAN M: 07786 265 072 E: david@dabflooring.com

N LONDON & HOME COUNTIES DAVE MARNEY M: 07794 221 443 E: d.marney@sky.com

SALES DIRECTOR KEITH MORGAN M: 07710 701063 E: keith@hughmackay.com

CENTRAL LONDON NICK WOOD M: 07976 945 505 E: nick@essentialflooring.co.uk

MANAGING DIRECTOR VINCE HOLDEN M: 07900 262 434 E: vince@hughmackay.com

NORTHERN IRELAND GARY O’BOYLE M: 07831 220 675 E: goboyle@ntlworld.com

MANAGING DIRECTOR STEPHEN DONLAN M: 07973 378 127 E: sdonlan@viewlogistics.co.uk

REPUBLIC OF IRELAND LARRY WHITE M: 03862 594 126 E: thelarwhite@hotmail.com

C O N N E C T W I T H H U G H M A C K AY

W W W. H U G H M A C K AY. C O. U K PA R T O F T H E M A C K AY G R O U P

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SPRINGBOND – THE HIGH PERFORMANCE CARPET UNDERLAY ECO-ENGINEERED TO BE

GREENER, CLEANER, QUIETER, & SAFER

UP TO

180

RECYCLED PLASTIC BOTTLES PER ROLL

G ER ALL

57dB

UP TO

LERGY FOU N AL

PR OV AL

N TIO DA

BRIT IS

Available in 11mm, 9mm and 7mm (double stick contract) variants, and available at short lead times. Make the smarter underlay choice, for you and your customers.

SUPPORTER S OF

Your perfect alternative to PU foam underlay

P UK SEAL OF A

GREENER The ultimate eco-friendly underlay that’s 100% recyclable and contains up to 180 recycled plastic bottles in every roll.

CLEANER Chemical free, dust free, odour free and waste saving with 1.5 metre wide rolls.

QUIETER Industry leading acoustic performance, with sound absorption of up to 57dB.

SAFER Virtually zero VOC’s & Hypoallergenic. Springbond is safer to fit, and safer in the home.

GET IN TOUCH 01274 905411 texfelt.co.uk THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

MADE IN THE UK

Meet the team... F I N D Y O U R L O C A L R E P R E S E N TAT I V E H E R E SCOTLAND & BORDERS

NORTH EAST, CUMBRIA & ISLE OF MAN

NORTH WEST & NORTH WALES

YORKSHIRE & THE HUMBER

Stephen Cawley

John Pringle

Ian Henderson

Christine Searle

07718 762236 stephen.cawley@ penthousecarpets.co.uk

07825 991405 john.pringle@ penthousecarpets.co.uk

07974 141919 ian.henderson@ penthousecarpets.co.uk

07939 051608 christine.searle@ penthousecarpets.co.uk

Areas covered: All Scottish regions

Areas covered: Cumbria, Kirby Lonsdale via. Carnforth, Isle of Man, Cleveland, Northumberland, Durham, Tyne & Wear

Areas covered: Lancashire, Merseyside, Cheshire (inc. SK9, SK10, SK11), Greater Manchester (inc. SK1 to SK8, SK12, SK14 to SK16), Clwyd, Gwynedd

Areas covered: North Humberside, West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire

WEST MIDLANDS, WORCESTER

SOUTH YORKSHIRE & EAST MIDLANDS

SOUTH EAST, LONDON HERTS & ESSEX

SOUTH EAST, LONDON

Sue Chapman

Chris Gee

Emily Davis

Guy Legg

07801 538763 sue.chapman@ penthousecarpets.co.uk

07919 047930 chris.gee@ penthousecarpets.co.uk

07753 983714 emily.davis@ penthousecarpets.co.uk

07801 357622 guy.legg@ penthousecarpets.co.uk

Areas covered: Herts, Essex, North & West London

Areas covered: Kent, South & Central London, Surrey, East Sussex, West Sussex

Areas covered: Gloucester, Avon, West Midlands, Shropshire, Hereford & Worcester

Areas covered: Humberside, Grimsby, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire,

EAST MIDLANDS & SOUTH EAST

EAST ANGLIA, CAMBS & BEDFORDSHIRE

SOUTH WEST

SOUTH COAST & CHANNEL ISLES

Simon Beeby

Martin Hunter

Graham Wood

Nigel Woollard

07775 913380 simon.beeby@ penthousecarpets.co.uk

07711 353982 martin.hunter@ penthousecarpets.co.uk

07825 171482 graham.wood@ penthousecarpets.co.uk

07767 213236 nigel.woollard@ penthousecarpets.co.uk

Areas covered: Somerset, Devon, Cornwall

Areas covered: Berkshire (Split), Hampshire, Wiltshire, Dorset, Isle of Wight, Channel Isles

Areas covered: Berkshire (Split), Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire

Areas covered: Cambridge, Bedford

NORTHERN IRELAND & REPUBLIC OF IRELAND

WALES

Herbie Montgomery

James Thomas

07774 695333 herbiehsm@gmail.com

07932 458032 juncture2002@aol.com

Areas covered: Northern Ireland, Southern Ireland

Areas covered: West Glamorgan, Mid Glamorgan, South Glamorgan, Gwent, Dyfed, Powys

Agent For Penthouse Carpets Ltd

Working for the independent retailer To find out more, call our sales team on 01706 639 866 or visit us at:

penthousecarpets.co.uk

Penthouse Carpets Buckley Carpet Mill, Buckley Road, Rochdale. Lancashire OL12 9DU • Fax: 01706 860 577 • Email: sales@penthousecarpets.co.uk 20

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Wentworth A

TOUCH

LUXURY Colour shown: Perivale

At Penthouse we’re always working hard to give our retailers what they want; superb quality, easy-fit carpets in up to the minute shades. That’s why we’ve added 7 gorgeous new on-trend options to our Wentworth range, offering a touch luxury that won’t break the bank. We never compromise on quality, which means that we select only the finest wool rich blends to give amazing depth of colour and durable good looks. Expertly crafted by the dedicated team at our employee owned mill in Lancashire; Wentworth is available in 40oz and 50oz, and 4m and 5m guaranteed full widths. Penthouse quality – naturally.

For samples and further information please call 01706 639 866 or visit penthousecarpets.co.uk ST Y L E | C O LO U R | C O M F O RT THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

TR ADECO NEW PRICE LIST – OCTOBER 2021

Updated Rates Exclusively for The Stocklists Magazine Trade Price List

PATTERN BOOK RANGES

Cuts Unit Rate

Rolls Unit Rate

Westminster Saxony – 2200gr/m2 – 100% Millsoft Polypropylene Heavy Weight Saxony

£11.23/m2 +VAT

£8.99/m2 +VAT

Luxe Super Soft – 1450gr/m2 – 100% Polyester Micro Fibre Tech Soft Touch Fine Cut Pile

£8.38/m2 +VAT

£6.99/m2 +VAT

Mayfair – 20mm Artificial Grass 100% PET Exterior Grade Polyester

£5.50/m2 +VAT

£3.15/m2 +VAT

Chelsea – 30mm Artificial Grass 100% PET Exterior Grade Polyester

£6.99/m2 +VAT

£4.15/m2 +VAT

Kensington – 40mm Artificial Grass 100% PET Exterior Grade Polyester

£7.99/m2 +VAT

£5.15/m2 +VAT

Velvet Soft Touch – 40mm Artificial Grass 65% Polyethylene / 35% Polypropylene Exterior Grade Mix

£8.99/m2 +VAT

£6.99/m2 +VAT

Violet – 32mm Artificial Grass 70% Polyethylene / 30% Polypropylene Exterior Grade Monofilament Mix

£10.25/m2 +VAT

£7.85/m2 +VAT

Wilder – 47mm Artificial Grass 70% Polyethylene / 30% Polypropylene Exterior Grade Monofilament Mix

£10.65/m2 +VAT

£8.25/m2 +VAT

Tradeco’s famous Grade A & second choice clearance job lots. A. Category Clearance Roll Stock B. Category Clearance Roll Stock C. Category Clearance Roll Stock D. Category Clearance Roll Stock E. Category Clearance Roll Stock F. Category Clearance Roll Stock G. Category Clearance Roll Stock H to Z Categories are available in same pricing pyramid structure

N/A £1.50 m2 N/A £2.50 m2 N/A £2.99 m2 N/A £3.50 m2 N/A £3.99 m2 N/A £4.50 m2 N/A £4.99 m2 Continued as above

“DON’T FORGET” MAKE SURE TO REGISTER YOUR NEW TRADE ACCOUNT TODAY sales@tradeco.uk – 01144 000 120 or contact our trade sales manager Ms Chloe Wright on 07833 660 451

MAKE SURE TO TRY TRADECO’S SECOND CHOICE PACKAGES 2 Starting at just £1.50m +VAT

With more then 7,000 Rolls of Job Lot & B Grade stock deals, Tradeco has become the leading name in the UK’s volume clearance carpet industry.

EVEN MORE QUICK CLEARANCE DEALS ENDLESS JOB LOT SPECIALS AVAILABLE ON ON 07833 660 451 OR 07586 993 821

INDUSTRIAL GRADE CARPET TILES • 1000 x 1000 mm Heavy Duty • 100% Nylon, PVC Backed Now just £8m2+VAT

LIMITED STOCK AVAILABILITY

+ We are also looking for new sales reps/agents to join our team, apply now to chloe@tradeco.uk

• Stauf Adhesive PUK 447 • Stauf Adhesive D3/D5/D8

BULK DEALS DEAL 1

Grade A 80/20 woold twist and wool Berber clearance package Average of 2500m2 stock lot – equal to 1 x 7.5tonne lorry load. Mixed job lot in various sizes, colours, and types. Full load of materials as allocated. While stocks last.

just £9.50

PER TUB +VAT

DEAL 2

(ON ORDERS OF MORE THAN 52 TUBS)

£0.75m2 +VAT

Beading & Door Bars for Laminate and Wood Flooring • Grade A, old stock package • Job lot mixed pallet deal – average of 3500 pieces per pallet

Grade B Car Tech carpet full container package 80% + grey mixed. Approx 15.000 sq.m. Full container.

£1.95m2 +VAT

now just 50p +VAT each on pallets

Last minute, grade A, clearance artificial grass deals Kensington 40mm

£6.50 £5.15m

+VAT

Violet 32mm

£8.25 £7.85m

Windsor Velvet 40mm

£7.99 £6.99m2 +VAT Wilder 47mm

+VAT

£8.75 £8.25m2 +VAT

THE UK’s LARGEST NATIONWIDE INDEPENDENT CARPET, FLOORING & ARTIFICIAL GRASS WHOLESALER Call Tradeco on 01144 000120 / 07833 660451 Visit our main warehouses at: Unit 1, Kiveton Park Ind Est, Manor Rd, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S26 6PB

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8mm & 10mm contract felt carpet underlay. Grade A. • 14.7 sq m. per roll • UK 100% recycled material

from £13.99+VAT per roll based on more than 100 rolls ordered Rubber Crumb Underlay – GRADE B non-composite • 5mm/6.5mm/7mm Thickness

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Exclusive to Verona ClickLux is a collection of 10 premium, realistic planks reminiscent of natural wood, but with several added benefits. Our new, next generation SPC (stone polymer composite) is extremely durable, waterproof and rigid, making it suitable for both domestic and commercial projects. ClickLux features an easy to install locking system, without the need for messy adhesives and there’s no need to worry about a separate underlay, as ClickLux already has underlay built in to each plank.

Get in touch today to find out more about our extensive marketing materials including a bespoke display stand, sample swatch book, inspirational consumer brochure and lifestyle imagery. Dean Smith National Sales Manager 07917 972 500 dean.smith@veronagroup.co.uk Chris Lamb Business Development Manager North/Scotland 07909 039 867 chris.lamb@veronagroup.co.uk www.veronagroup.co.uk • sales@veronagroup.co.uk • 0113 244 4984 THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

Revolutionary

New Carpet Underlay For

Underﬂoor Heating Systems

Up to 10% Better Heat Transfer - 46oC Heat Transfer Recorded On a 200kW UFH System 10mm Thickness - Feels Fantastic Underfoot Perforated Air Pockets Allow Faster Heat Transfer

FREE SAMPLE

Incorporates Flame Retardant Foam For Excellent Safety Standards Faster To Fit Compared to Heavier Traditional UFH Underlays

or email sales@wilsons-underlays.co.uk

Call 01924 451 138

Membe

Get your Free Sample delivered today

Larger 15m² Rolls For Quicker Installation

Accolade This superb heathered range is made from quality wool in a perfect 80/20 blend. Available in 2 weights (40oz & 55oz) and 20 shades, this range adds effortless style to any home.

SCOTLAND MARK VINTER M: 07775 902 376

NORTH WEST & CUMBRIA JOHN ROSTRON M: 07973 733208

NORTH EAST BECKY GIBBONS M: 07970 491 215

EAST MIDLANDS STEVE FURNISS M: 07773 384 787

YORKSHIRE ALDO BERETTONI M: 07971 173 560

WEST MIDLANDS DEAN STANLEY M: 07572 758010

SALES DIRECTOR

SOUTH WALES, BRISTOL, & GLOUCESTERSHIRE PAUL POWELL M: 07968 186150

OXFORDSHIRE, WILTSHIRE, HAMPSHIRE ANDREW JEFFERIES M: 07831 457102

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FLOORINGNEWS Chateau chic Whether it’s evoking the styles of a chic city abode or the fluid aesthetics of an art nouveau townhouse, the Chateau laminate floor collection from BerryAlloc provides the versatility, practicality, and design-lead attention-to-detail that is synonymous with traditional parquet floors. With four classic laying patterns and 10 wood decors, the collection has been designed with elegance and enduring aesthetics at its core. The Chateau collection provides the flexibility for installing herringbone, shipdeck, ladder and mosaic configurations, all patterns that lend themselves well to the growing consumer demand for signature floors. The light nuances of Chestnut White to contrasting midnight tones of Charme Black add monochromatic drama, while Merbau Brown or Teak Brown add a touch of tropical reds and earthy palettes. “Our Chateau laminate collection helps capture the imagination of homeowners looking for parquet and traditional styles with the convenience and price bracket of laminate,” says Scott Arundell, sales director UK, BerryAlloc. “With traditional patterns making a comeback in interior design, we wanted to bring a collection to market that offered classic styling with a contemporary twist. Fresh palettes will appeal to today’s homeowners and the foursided bevel gives an authentic look, while laminate’s practicality makes Chateau super accessible.” Practicality is built-in with BerryAlloc’s durable and scratch-resistant laminate construction, making the Chateau range perfect for the modern home. It’s easy to clean, safe from pets and comes with a lifetime residential warranty. Chateau’s 8mm laminate construction ensures the range remains affordable to those wanting parquet floor looks without breaking the budget. BerryAlloc provides a full range of premium feel accessories to support the Chateau collection, including its Excellence Plus acoustic underlay. Made in Belgium and PEFC certified, Chateau, is supported by a full suite of marketing assets and point of sale.

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Family reunion! See our show report and Harrogate snapshots – pages 40, 42, 44

Primo stipple style Primo Tweeds is a brand-new, bleach cleanable, family friendly carpet in a contemporary stippled design which Cormar Carpets are adding to their ever-popular Easy Clean collection. Tufted on 10th gauge machinery and made from the same 100% Excellon Polypropylene as Cormar’s other Easy Clean family members, the new range retains the desirable stain-resisting and hardwearing properties and comes with a full 10-year stain and wear warranty, providing peace of mind for consumers. Available in both 4m and 5m widths, the contemporary design is available in a colour bank of 14 different shades, ranging from vibrant reds to dappled neutral tones, bringing further colourful choices to homeowners. “Our Easy Clean collection continues to grow in popularity as a reliable and hardwearing choice for family homes as well as general contract locations. So we’re excited to expand the collection this Autumn to offer even more choice for durable, low maintenance carpets at great value with this new striking design,” says Alex Hindle, Cormar’s marketing manager. As well as providing a new contemporary look to the company’s Primo family, Primo Tweeds will be displayed on Cormar’s new-look point of sale material, featuring an eyecatching design and communicating the ranges key benefits to the consumer. Cormar Carpets are proud to produce its carpet ranges at their Lancashire mills and deliver across the UK and Eire by its own fleet of over 70 vehicles ensuring a fast, reliable service. With an industry-leading trade portal and dedicated, experienced sales and customer service team, Cormar offer retailers 24/7 access to ordering, delivery tracking, and online account management, as well as servicing its retail customers through a team of over 30 sales representatives.

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FLOORINGNEWS In-store excellence Distinctive Flooring were looking for an experienced installer to work on a project to install their luxury vinyl landscape collection display units which required attention to detail and accuracy. ADP Distribution were appointed for the project based on their reputation for a great eye for detail and a professional, highly experienced installation team. ADP successfully installed these fantastic display units into two locations, the first at Toons Home Furnishers in Swadlincote and the second Wheatcrofts Flooring in Newark. “Here at ADP we know that every client’s products are different, and everyone works under different time schedules. This is why we have an agreed time frame when our team can install the displays without disrupting the client’s working hours,” says Steve Birch of ADP. Sharon Taylor of Wheatcrofts Flooring said this about the service “Great guys, they did an amazing job and the stand looks fab!” In-store display installation is generally across multiple sites over multiple days or weeks as opposed to exhibition stand building at single locations on a specific day, it requires meticulous planning and a high level of consistency. ADP is well placed to deliver this with over 50 years of combined experience and a magnitude of previous satisfied clients. ADP offer a comprehensive service from quotation to completion with a keen emphasis on client interaction throughout. T 0121 559 6783

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Instant style Avenue has introduced a brand-new textile-backed floor, Carbontex, to its 2021 cushion vinyl collection as well as refreshed its popular Titanium XT range to bring trendleading designs. Carbontex is the latest Avenue cushion vinyl collection to benefit from Luxatex, a textile-backing that is ideal for quick refurbishment projects and instant room makeovers. Capable of being installed over existing wood, laminate and ceramic floors without glue and supremely comfortable, Carbontex’s stylish wood and stone designs are a great choice for homes looking for a fast and easy lift. With classic wood plank looks, herringbone and stone as well as the classic Evora tile and Previa concrete effect, Carbontex is packed full of stylish designs ready to add Avenue’s famed style. What’s more, the range is feature-packed with Superguard for better stain-resistance, excellent acoustic performance for a quieter home and added slipresistance for a safer surface underfoot. Joining the Avenue collection for 2021, the range is not the only news from Avenue, with the launch of a refreshed Titanium XT, Avenue’s high-performance floor that’s ready for the toughest challenge. The range’s new designs include the ultra-smart Trevisio - a granite hexagon with a delicate gold grout line – and Jester- a random geometric design in sleek grey and gold grout. Suitable for use with castor chairs, so perfect for home office setups as well as busy rooms such as kitchens and open plan living spaces, Titanium XT can even be used in businesses. Equipped with all the features you’d come to expect from a top end cushion vinyl floor – Superguard, added slip-resistance and a long 15-year domestic wear warranty, Titanium XT makes performance beautiful for work and living spaces. www.avenuefloors.co.uk

Underlay that brings desire Desire is the new PU underlay to join Feel the Difference, a collection of underlays by floorwise that bring premium luxury to today’s homes. This latest addition adds another recycled PU underlay to the collection, joining Elegance, alongside the sponge rubber waffle of Inspiration and the rubber crumb and felt of Prestige. In a 9mm thick SHD+ specification, Desire is the most affordable Feel the Difference underlay now available. Richard Bailey, managing director, floorwise says: “Feel the Difference is a successful collection that has grown in reputation since its launch. Popular with retailers and installers looking to offer their customers a luxury finish, we’ve expanded the collection with Desire, so that there’s even more opportunity for homes to really feel the difference with this premium underlay collection.” Made in the UK, Desire’s super high density recycled foam is ideal for all-round use, providing excellent support while keeping rooms quieter, warmer and more comfortable. By involving different materials that share a premium specification, Feel the Difference makes it easy to upsell homeowners to a high-quality underlay. Whether customers prefer the look and feel of a traditional sponge rubber waffle, the opulent underfoot feel of recycled PU foam or the support of rubber crumb and felt, Feel the Difference delivers a high-quality underlay that puts luxury and longevity first. Brand-new Desire and the rest of the Feel the Difference collection is available from floorwise distributors across the UK and Ireland. T 01509 673974 www.floorwise.co.uk 28

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News Feature Confident Cavalier flourishes with family values A confident new Cavalier swept into Harrogate to set out its heritage and mark out its future with family values at its core. A striking brand re-design has given the Blackburn-based business a sharp new look with a modern new logo which reinterprets the cavalier’s head motif and fresh new colours. But the creative overhaul is also being used as a platform to emphasise the company’s core credentials under a new strapline: Cavalier. The family carpet maker. “Family values have helped our business flourish and our commitment to quality, product knowledge and building lasting relationships remains true to this day,” says director Hans Lowe.

“Family values have helped our business flourish and our commitment to quality, product knowledge and building lasting relationships remains true to this day.” Pictured right are brothers Nathan (managing director) and Hans Lowe (sales director).

The Flooring Show was an impressive debut for the new brand and under the banner “Quality carpets, from our family to yours,” Cavalier featured many new products along with colour palette updates of many of its most popular ranges. Millstone and Downtown are two new wool loop pile ranges, each of which adds new layers of texture to the Cavalier portfolio and Performer Twist, is a new super value wool rich twist, in a heavy domestic 50oz quality and six ‘on trend’ colours. In keeping with ever changing decor trends, there are complete colour selection re-vamps for Cartouche Velvet, Country Collection and Pennine Heathers, and all of Cavalier’s ranges feature the new brand look.

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FLOORINGNEWS Five-minute fixing for LVT F. Ball and Co. Ltd.’s new Styccobond F58 PLUS is a ‘no time to wait’ LVT adhesive – a fast-drying, fibre-reinforced, pressure sensitive adhesive with a formulation that enables LVT tiles and planks to be secured from just five minutes following application of the adhesive, allowing for a much speedier installation time. Developed as a ‘transitional’ adhesive, Styccobond F58 PLUS transitions from a wet-lay adhesive when initially applied to a subfloor, through a semi-wet stage to become fully pressure sensitive. The reinforcing fibres in the formulation provide resistance to lateral movement, holding tiles firmly in place and reducing the potential for them to slide around. As well as helping to reduce movement during installation, the adhesive’s high bond strength and strong initial tack prevents excess adhesive oozing between joints, facilitating easier application. Offering an extended open time of around three hours, when used as a pressuresensitive adhesive (depending on ambient conditions), Styccobond F58 PLUS allows large areas of adhesive to be applied in one application without risking late placement of the floorcovering. When used as a wet-lay adhesive it is also suitable for the installation of rubber sheet and tile floor coverings up to 2.5mm thick. Fully accredited for marine use, Styccobond F58 PLUS carries Emicode EC1 Plus classification – the highest certification for indoor air quality – and is protected against bio-degradation. The adhesive is available in 15L and 5L units, offering over 20% more coverage than similarly packaged products sold by equivalent weight. T 01538 361 633

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Vital vinyl Leoline has launched Vitality and Rapport, two brand-new ranges for 2021. Vitality harnesses the shared development resources of IVC Group, bringing a new generation of premium vinyl flooring. Using technology developed for LVT floors, Vitality delivers an authentic natural look that’s not been seen before on sheet vinyl flooring. The floor uses an original texture and stunning optical clarity to deliver a range of wood and concrete effects that provide homeowners with a premium look and the practicality of sheet vinyl. Selected wood plank designs such as Noble Oak and Cabral also feature an enhanced V groove, just cementing Vitality’s luxury vinyl floor status.

Fill the knowledge gap The Academy for Excellence in Flooring has long been associated with helping to equip the industry’s flooring professionals with the latest skills in wood, laminate and LVT installations. At the heart of all of the Academy’s training programmes lies the understanding of the technical requirements and scenarios that can affect installations. This leads to comprehensive courses that address best practice preparation, selecting the right floor for complex environments, and overcoming installation problems using industry-recognised processes. For example, the Academy’s Master Installer Luxury Vinyl course provides insight into every aspect of LVT installation and focuses on correct product selection and preparation in delivering a successful work. It also reveals the importance of paying attention to the details, such as allowing sufficient expansion gaps at perimeters. “LVT floors are constructed almost entirely from PVC, making them susceptible to changes in ambient conditions, expansion and contraction,” warns Lee Thompson, procurement and technical manager, Academy for Excellence in Flooring. Understanding the physical properties of PVC enables fitters to know how the floor will react to the challenges of the installation. “While movement may not be as pronounced as wood, a gap of 2mm from fixed objects and perimeters (more for underfloor heating) needs to be allowed when fitting an LVT floor. This is crucial to maintain the longevity of the installation. Finishing gaps with colour-matching fillers, white or translucent hydro flex low modulus silicone (without overfilling gaps), or beading will cover the expansion gap.” Learning to stop failures and protecting the long-term integrity of an LVT installation are fundamentals within Academy’s training courses. They will help installers avoid costly remedial work and are often cheaper and far less detrimental to your reputation than just one failure due to poor installation. www.quick-step-academy.co.uk 30

In 14 designs, Vitality has all the hallmarks of a floor that offers a great appearance looks and great performance. Superguard protected for better stain-resistance and easy maintenance, suitable for use with castor chairs and with added slip-resistance, it’s an all-round package that makes a great choice for homes wanting the look of LVT in a more budget friendly floor. The range features a 20-year wear warranty. Rapport is Leoline’s new cushion vinyl range for 2021. In a selection of classic wood stone and tile effects giveing a modern makeover with on-trend colours, Rapport delivers a stylish floor that’s also exceptional value. With 15 options, including the popular herringbone of Patagonia and the eclectic Es Vedra encaustic tile pattern, Rapport gives great versatility for anyone looking for a floor that’s simple to live with. Added slip-resistance and a 10-year wear warranty ensure the floor provides a surface that’s suitable for general domestic use.

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GREAT BRITISH INNOVATION

FLOORINGNEWS Matt is super fit champion Matt Bowles of Norwich won out against stiff competition as the Fitter of the Year in the finals at The Flooring Show, Harrogate. The event, organised by the NICF, sets the highest standard and for this, the first competition focussed on LVT, a challenging parquet floor installation was the ultimate test.

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Matt’s installation features an exceptional curved corner detail that impressed the judges and won him the £2,000 cheque, presented by The Flooring Show event director Alex Butler (above, right) plus a host of other prizes. orientation and inspiration. Matt who has 20 years’ experience in the trade said: “I find it important to continually develop my flooring knowledge and thrive on learning new skills so I can keep up to date with everything in this ever-evolving trade.“Thank you to those who have supported me on this journey,” he added. www.nicfltd.org.uk/FOTY-Competition

When what you really really want is a strong selling good all-round domestic underlay which delivers a healthy margin Graphite is the way to go!. Graphite is a fine, robust, utility underlay representing superb value for money and which is already a firm favourite with many Retailers and Distributors throughout UK and Ireland.

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Graphite is part of the Novostrat range of polyethylene foam based underlays for wood, laminate and carpeted floors. Underlays for every application - from the highest performance to utility – and to suit every budget.

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FLOORING FOCUS

The unseen opportunity of underlay Underlay options abound right now, elevating the opportunity to add to a flooring sale with a diverse range of underlayment products at different price points and with varying performance and environmental credentials.

captures CO2 from the atmosphere whilst at the same time releasing oxygen – making this material not just green, but proactively green.

And with order levels remaining high and, allegedly, less price sensitive amongst consumers at the moment, there is also the potential for premium pricing for underlay that has a “good story” to tell!

Customers choosing to complement their new Ulster carpet with Axfelt will now qualify for an extended guarantee of an extra four years to the company’s standard six year guarantee.

Interfloor’s new sustainable underlay, renu, is made by bringing together raw materials that are saved from going to landfill with some that have a positive effect on the environment.

As highlighted at The Flooring Show in Harrogate, this is a great opportunity for retailers to highlight the advantages of combining quality carpet with luxury underlay and how the two work perfectly together.

Renu from Interfloor

Ulster Carpets are offering an extended guarantee of up to 10 years on their axminster and wilton carpets installed with Axfelt Triple Layer Underlay.

Manufactured in Ulster’s facilities in Devon, Axfelt is made from 100% recycled materials, including wool, cloth, carpet and lorry and tractor tyres. Not only is Axfelt a sustainable product but performs superbly. Providing the perfect foundation for carpet, the three layer construction is particularly good at crush recovery and also offers improved durability and insulation benefits. AXFELT from Ulster

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98% recycled materials 100% recyclable “renu is made from 98% recycled materials, using ethically sourced and genuinely recycled materials, which means keeping waste from going to landfill and is 100% recyclable itself.” renu is a sustainable, recycled carpet underlay sitting within the Tredaire range of luxury underlays for the home and is without question the most sustainable underlay in Interfloor’s long history. It’s made from 98% recycled materials, using ethically sourced and genuinely recycled materials, which means keeping waste from going to landfill and is 100% recyclable itself. The main body of the underlay is made of 100% post-consumer recycled foam and the backing is made from 100% recycled and unbleached paper; vegetable-based inks are used for printing. The facing film is made from an ethically produced, carbon-negative bio-based film made from sugar cane. The sugar cane actively 34

“Axfelt is made from 100% recycled materials, including wool, cloth, carpet and lorry and tractor tyres.” Texfelt offer a wide range of performance underlays and are manufacturers of Springbond the UK’s fastest growing underlay brand. Springbond is eco-engineered in a brand new state of the art manufacturing facility in West Yorkshire and was developed to provide an environmentally conscious alternative to PU Foam that doesn’t compromise on performance. THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

Springbond is designed to be greener - using over 85% recycled PET plastic, the equivalent of over 180 bottles per roll plus the material is 100% recyclable after use. It is also cleaner - Springbond is dust free and emits virtually no VOC’s – and quieter - it offers industry leading acoustic protection from impact sound transference and safer - made from clean and inert recycled PET, Springbond is also chemical free, making it safer for fitters and users and is a hypoallergenic product.

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As it is made in the UK, Texfelt can deliver quickly and efficiently with a smaller carbon footprint than imported products. Choosing the perfect partner for a Penthouse Carpet is easy with one of the manufacturer’s own brand of eco-friendly luxury underlays, made from recycled carpet fibre waste, Penthouse luxury Ecofelt underlays Majesty Opulence Comfort

compromise. Desire joins the popular Elegance and Prestige options from floorwise and provides fitters and retailers an opportunity to offer a wider option of luxury underlays for homeowners. Brand-new Desire and the rest of the Feel the Difference collection is available from floorwise distributors across the UK and Ireland. Brand recognition for quality and a British manufacturing base has helped build business for Carpenter who are now seen among the market leaders for competitive quality in the underlay sector.

Carpet waste is generated during the manufacturing process and, together with an industry leader in fibre reclamation, Penthouse developed the “Eco-Felt” range of underlays, as an alternative to carpet waste going to landfill. Using 100% recycled materials; these Penthouse underlays ensure that the carpet feels amazing to walk on and looks beautiful for longer, with the added bonus of superior sound and thermal insulation properties. Richard Bailey, managing director, floorwise. comments: “Providing that all round luxury feel has been a foundation for our Feel the Difference underlays. “With the range already well established as a premium option, the next step was to expand it with a product that encapsulated the underfoot comfort while providing a more competitive price point,” he said. Created using recycled PU, Desire is a UK made, 9mm thick SHD+ specification underlay that is priced to provide affordability without THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

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“We invested in carefully developing the right range of performance underlay options across a wide portfolio of use cases and then built our brand to wrap them up into a package that retailers and installers can trust,” says Helen Rowberry of Carpenter. The British label has become increasingly important to the market says Helen with offshore supply-chain issues compromising the reliability of imported stock. Demand is exceeding supply across the sector at the moment but manufacturing in Derbyshire means Carpenter can give a more realistic assessment of availability and the company is hoping to increase capacity in the medium term to meet the needs of the market.

“Luxe Silk has enhanced sound and thermal insulation properties, reducing noise transmission throughout the building and more energy efficiency.” Cybergold provides a profitable opportunity from upselling for anti-slip rug underlays. Cybergold - Stop Rugs Moving

Made of 90% recycled polyurethane foam, Carpenter underlay is guaranteed for the life of the carpet and when it is uplifted it can be completely recycled – a key sales point for increasingly environmentally aware consumers. Luxe Underlay says “not all carpet underlay is created equal” and prides itself on offering exceptional, innovative products to the market including the latest Luxe Silk 11mm premium hybrid memory foam underlay. Constructed from a viscoelastic polymer with superior tensile and elasticity properties, Luxe Silk has exceptional load bearing strength and stress dissipation properties that supports a carpet’s long-term performance in high traffic areas. It also incorporates a reinforcement grid and moisture barrier. Luxe Silk has enhanced sound and thermal insulation properties, reducing noise transmission throughout the installation and more energy efficiency. This product is also treated with Ultra-fresh antimicrobial protection making Silk the perfect underlayment for a warmer, drier, healthier home – guaranteed for the lifetime of a new carpet.

Just sold a rug or hard floor? Your customer is delighted with their purchase but they are unlikely to think about how they can keep the rug in place and stop it from moving and creeping. It’s the same for hard floors as rugs will literally skate on top of the floor and can create a very dangerous situation if no rug anti-slip is used. Fortunately Cybergold has the solution and it will not only please the customer, it will please you too by increasing your sales. Cybergold has been manufacturing a wide range of anti-slip sprays and underlays for more than 20 years. There are 2 types of sprays, standard and super strength, for hessian backed rugs and 3 types of underlay for standard rugs to thin Persian style rugs. And all products are guaranteed to work.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABINGDON FLOORING • 01274 655 694 • www.abingdonflooring.co.uk CARPENTER • 01457 861141 • www.carpenter.ltd.uk CYBERGOLD UK LTD • 01494 761814 • www.cybergolduk.com FLOORWISE • 01509 673974 • www.floorwise.co.uk

Luxe Silk

INTERFLOOR • – 01706 213131 • www.interfloor.com/renu LUXE UNDERLAY • www.luxeunderlay.com PENTHOUSE CARPETS • 01706 639866 • www.penthousecarpets.co.uk TEXFELT • 01274 905411 • www.texfelt.co.uk ULSTER • 028 3833 4433 • www.ulstercarpets.com

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Multi-format Van Gogh designs. Available in gluedown and rigid core.

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Why gluedown?

Excellent acoustics

Create intricate designs

Installs over most hard floors

Fully customisable

Preserves existing floors

No expansion gap required

Quick & easy to install

Installation flexibility and product versatility are just some of the benefi ts that can be found in our Van Gogh multi-format offering with simply beautiful floors in both gluedown and rigid core formats. Our Van Gogh range introduces six new wood looks in a larger 56” x 9” plank size, with four of these colours also available in an on-trend (28” x 7”) herringbone.

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Harrogate REVIEW

The happy family reunion Harrogate brings the industry back together again and we loved it!

LOOPS AND LEOPARDS We’re going to give you a taste of the trends in this issue with our snapshots on pages 42 and 44 – and then our November issue, out on October 25.

The flooring industry is celebrating the success of The Flooring Show at Harrogate, described by many as a “family reunion” for the trade after a two-year absence. Many key exhibitors said it was among the best shows ever as visitor numbers were comparable with 2019 and levels of business in a buoyant flooring industry were high.

The mood was bullish – most of the industry seems to be trading 10-20% up on 2019 levels – and the market seems less price sensitive than ever before. There’s a good margin to be made. Neil Valentine of Furlong said: “I have been coming to these shows since I was 19 and in all those years, I can’t recall a better show. There is a real appetite to do business and long may it continue. We’re already looking forward to 2022.” Martin Peace at Abingdon agreed: “This is one of the best Harrogate shows ever. There has been a great response from the trade.” ACG director Mike Sutton commented: “The industry has enjoyed getting back together and there has been a real warmth to the event that made it seem like a family reunion. There are a lot of happy people in Harrogate.”

Christmas is coming and the order book is getting fat – but there’s bad tidings of stock issues and a famine of fitters. But Harrogate was happy in Autumn sunshine! “Nobody knew what to expect this year but it has been a great success with a really good quality event and strong business all round,” said Lisa Shirley of F Ball, who were one of many exhibitors who showed their confidence by extending their stand space this year.

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For your quick fix for now… in carpets, wool in general and loops in particular are continuing to build in public appeal, and polyester is more popular for its enhanced performance vs. softness, helped by the happy fact that the fibre has increased less in price than PP! More colour is coming through – we say this every year but this time it appears to be true! Blues – both dark and denim – are doing well and flavours of orange are everywhere – it goes so well with grey! And yes, more subtle patterns too and animal prints (lots of leopards) are everywhere. LVT is a shorter discussion – its more and more herringbone and parquet which is universally adored. Muted, faded ceramic designs in tiles make a sophisticated contribution to the smooths offer.

BRAND NEW

Wondering what some of the trade’s major marketing departments were doing during lockdown? Plenty!

See page 42

LAUNCH PAD

Some substantial new products have had an exended countdown on the launch pad during the pandemic but now they’ve blasted off.

See page 44

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BRAND, NEW While the pandemic held back product development to some extent as manufacturers focussed on essential production, marketing departments used the time well with several companies substantially overhauling their brand presentation and messaging to the market.

MyVictoria was one of the showcase stands at Harrogate with such a consumer friendly style that retailers are loving

So Harrogate was the debut of several striking new brand styles which was reflected across their stands and merchandising. The trade is looking increasingly professional and confident.

Standout examples include:

he new MyVictoria style that makes shopping T the Victoria offer much easier across carpet and smooths

F urlong’s increasingly sophisticated style as a one-stop supplier

avalier’s strong new design lead under the C “family values” banner

ugh Mackay’s clever spin-off in the Qfloors H package

ingsmead’s uber-modern brand overhaul, K moving a little up-market

ellar’s confident, aspirational brandscape K across a major stand space at the show

They’ve brought back the Cavalier’s head, missing from the company’s logo for a few years – but they are all heart too as the ultimate family firm

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Furlong exudes confidence and style to come up with all the goods every retailer wants to sell

WE’VE MISSED EWE! Many exhibitors and visitors paid tribute to the great team at Ocean Media, the show’s organisers, for the smart presentation of the event after a two-year rollercoaster of re-arrangements and uncertainties. Event director, Alex Butler, commented: “We were thrilled to reunite the industry for the 59th edition of The Flooring Show. It was such a pleasure to see Harrogate Convention Centre buzzing with business meetings and transactions once again. It was a long time in the making, but The Flooring Show 2021 was well worth the wait! We’re already planning for next year’s big birthday edition, so watch this space.”

Look at Kingsmead in their elegant new style which will be reflected across an increasingly aspirational product range

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Associated Weavers wrote the textbook on branding for the trade so get set for Gaia to make a major impact in polyester

LAUNCH PAD So while new products are less plentiful, some of the trade’s main players have launched significant new ranges, some developed last year and held back by the rollercoaster of Covid. Notably new events are:

Victoria are getting up close to what consumers really want and how they can make it easier for retailers to sell to them

3 Look out for a bunch of bright ideas from Abingdon, and with a flash of orange to make them unmissable.

Cormar is adept at building on best-sellers and there was a warm welcome for the latest launches

Fells aren’t afraid of pattern and are building a loyal following. The latest leopard and snakeskin designs are real eye-catchers

W’s Invictus launching its Gaia polyester A with two new ranges for the UK

ictoria’s all-wool Royal Velvet and V sumptuous Luxuria offer

ore polyester in Abingdon’s impressive M new Velveteer and unique Wild Silk

ormar’s attractive new wool range C Woodland Heather Twist and new Primo Tweed in the best-selling man-made collection

F ells Carpets commitment to new pattern adventures in Grand Designs

he debut of the patriotic Wool Britannia T yarn concept in Seasonal Views from Manx Tomkinson

rockway’s smart selection of five new B loops and a flatweave

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F Ball’s technical excellence extended with its Stopgap Micro Rapid floor finisher and its fast LVT adhesive Styccobond F58 PLUS

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FLOORINGBUSINESSNEWS Victoria reports 70% sales growth Ambitious flooring group Victoria plc has reported exceptional sales growth as it claims a greater share of the market and enjoys solid demand from consumers. In a trading update to shareholders ahead of its AGM today, the Kidderminster-based group said year-to-date, revenues are 70% ahead of the same period last year (and 50% on a like-for-like basis excluding the impact of acquisitions), and more than 50% ahead of the same period in 2019. “Trading continues to be solid, with consumers continuing to invest in their homes and commercial demand for flooring is returning,” says Victoria’s statement. “The Group’s investment in its UK logistics operation continues to pay dividends, with the superior service Victoria provides to customers driving an increased share-of-wallet.”

“Trading continues to be solid, with consumers continuing to invest in their homes and commercial demand for flooring is returning.” The pressure of rising raw material costs which has caused issues across the industry in the first half of 2021 has “abated somewhat” says Victoria.

Balta bounces ahead Rising above the major challenges importers faced throughout 2020, Belgian carpet giant Balta has reported strong growth for the last six months, out-performing even its 2019 performance. Sales were up 19.5% for the first half of 2021 to €318m compared to 2020 and 18.6% up on 2019. Rugs at 48% growth led the resurgence plus residential sales up 27%. A slow recovery in the contract sector held back Balta with revenues down 7%. The results represent four consecutive quarters of growth for the company which is one of the UK’s biggest importers of carpet and the group said re-stocking in the UK following the retail re-opening in April had delivered a strong benefit.

Recovery beyond 2019 levels UK-based Headlam Group, Europe’s largest flooring distributor, has reported a “strong and sustained recovery” following the pandemic, with residential business 5% ahead of 2019. Sales in June this year were 23% ahead of June 2019. The Group also announced a further major push in its trade counter expansion from today’s £80m sales to an expected £200m by 2025 - increasing its locations from 54 to 90. Price increases of up to 14% due to supply chain issues had to passed on to customers said Headlam but these had been “easily absorbed” in the marketplace. In its interim results announced today for the six months ended 30 June 2021, total sales were £329.9 million, similar to H1 2019 (£335.0 million), and 45.2% ahead of H1 2020 (£227.2 million).

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The report commented: “The residential sector showed strength throughout, with the weak commercial sector curtailing overall performance to H1 2019 levels. Residential sector revenue [for H1 2021] was up 4.7% and commercial sector revenue down 12.8% against H1 2019. The residential sector was notably strong in June 2021 being up 22.5% against June 2019.” Commenting on supply chain and price issues, the plc said; “As a consequence of the industry supply issues, including upstream raw material shortages, supplier price increases were a particular feature in the second-quarter of the Period [H1 2021], with price increases across product categories ranging from 3% to 14% in the Period. “However, as is typical of the industry, these price increases are passed directly into the marketplace, with them being easily absorbed as demand for floorcoverings tends to be inelastic to price increases due to the relative infrequency of purchase by the end-consumer and proliferation of product at all price points.”

More hope for the high street! Independent high street retailers have recorded the first net rise in openings for four years. A net total of 804 locally run stores opened in the first half of 2021, according to the latest review of the market by analysts at the Local Data Company (LDC). The number contrasts with a net 5,251 chain stores, hospitality and leisure businesses that closed down during the period, as more small business owners (and shoppers) ventured into the nation’s local shopping districts.

“For the first time since the onset of the pandemic, there may be some cause for optimism when it comes to the performance of our high streets.” LDC said independents had benefited from government support measures, such as business rates relief, which had enabled them to remain open and capitalise on cheaper rent deals from landlords as their bigger rivals stumbled. “For the first time since the onset of the pandemic, there may be some cause for optimism when it comes to the performance of our high streets. The latest LDC figures show a slowdown in the speed of decline, with store losses far more significant in the first half of 2020 when compared to 2021,” said Lucy Stainton, LDC’s commercial director.

Likewise appoints non-exec Fast growing UK floor coverings distributor, Likewise Group plc, has appointed Mike Steventon, aged 58, to its Board as an independent non-executive director. Mike has over 34 years’ experience in the professional services industry at KPMG, rising to partner in 1998, with a focus on auditing international listed groups. In 2006 he was appointed Head of Automotive for KPMG UK and in 2010 as Regional Chairman for KPMG Midlands. In 2016, Mike was appointed Head of KPMG’s public sector business. Chief Executive of Likewise, Tony Brewer, said: “Mike has a wealth of experience in finance and industry. His knowledge will be a huge benefit in working with the Board to steer us through our growth aspirations.”

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Wool Week 2021 - October 4th - 31st

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Wool is one of the most versatile natural products in existence. Wool provides many natural benefits including sound absorption, controls moisture in the atmosphere, and absorbs Volatile Organic Compounds creating a comfortable and safe environment in the home, office, travel or leisure industries. There’s a reason why people have been making use of this wonder fibre for more than 4,000 years.

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NATURALLY BEAUTIFUL FOR LONGER Wool fibres have a natural coiled spring structure, this means the carpet pile is hard wearing and will bounce back quickly and keep its surface shape for longer than any other carpet. Ideal for busy areas in the home with high floor-traffic and can withstand the toughest demands, providing longevity when compared with man-made fibres.

WOOL CARPET IS NATURALLY SAFE Wool is not known to cause allergies and does not promote the growth of bacteria. It can even reduce floating dust in the atmosphere as the fibre’s microscopic scales are able to trap and hold dust in the top layers until vacuumed away.

WOOL CARPET IS HEALTHY Wool naturally reduces dust particles, provides thermal insulation allowing the room to remain a comfortable temperature, converts sound energy to heat, therefore dissipating noise, and is comfortable to walk on.

NATURALLY EASY TO CLEAN Wool is shielded from stains like ‘water off a sheep’s back’ due to its protective outer membrane. This natural shield locks out liquid, allowing more time to mop up spills before they go deep into the fibres. Wool carpets natural resistance to spills and stains allows them to be cleaned easily with a natural water solution of mild detergent. Unlike polypropylene carpets which are cleaned with bleach, leaving toxic residues.

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WOOL IS GOOD FOR NOISE REDUCTION Wool carpets and interiors have two distinct advantages to significantly improve the acoustic performance of a room, as it acts as a sound absorber and reduces impact noise. It is a very effective airborne and structure borne acoustic insulator, significantly reducing noises that can be heard throughout a building.

NATURAL INSULATION EFFICIENCY The crimp in a wool fibre provides consistent resilience to ensure insulation efficiency. Used in the home, wool insulation helps to reduce energy costs and prevents the loss of heat energy, thus reducing carbon emissions.

SAFE TO TOUCH AND WORK WITH Wool is perfectly safe to touch and requires no specialised safety clothing or equipment. Wool insulation is easy to install, causes no irritation to the eyes, skin or lungs and wool fibres present no hazard to health.

NATURALLY OCEAN-FRIENDLY Because it is biodegradable, wool has less impact on aquatic life and artificial waste build up in oceans. Instead, wool will organically break down, leaving our oceans and waterways safe and clean.

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Wool Week 2021 - October 4th - 31st CELEBRATING THE WONDER OF WOOL Wool Week 2021 will take place this year from 4 to 31 October, bringing together manufacturers, brands, designers, tailors and retailers across all product categories for the home and clothing to widen the reach of wool products and the key natural fibre messages.

Woodland Heather Twist – the new award-winning British Wool carpet from Cormar

The focus for 2021 is on Feel Better #ChooseWool, to allow the Campaign for Wool and all of its Supporters to highlight wool’s key natural attributes that work across all product sectors – flooring, interiors, clothing and beds: • F eel Better emotionally that you have made a good choice for the planet • Feel Better with the assurance wool provides in the home environment in relation to VOC’s, fire safety and comfort • Feel Better in how you look and physically how wool feels, performing better in running, cycling, gym sports and endurance sports • Feel Better after a good nights sleep and more relaxed after craft and creating unique personal pieces

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Point of sale material is supplied for use to amplify wool to consumers over the October month to raise wool’s fibre benefits and how it can help the planet. There will be new product launches, including a few that take the story from the farm right through to the finished product – these will be in clothing, mattresses & bedding and flooring. Contact info@campaignfrowool.org for further information, to become a Campaign for Wool Supporter or to take part in Wool Week.

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ELEVATE WOOL CARPET TO A NEW LEVEL Commentary by Martin Curtis, Chairman Wool Carpet Focus Group “I hope we as the interiors wool sector can move away from competing with synthetics and start to evolve a new marketing platform all of our own. Wool got into a downward spiral when wool carpets competed on price with synthetics. Wool should never have to do that. “Looking back the “bleach cleanable” marketing for man-made fibres caused quite a stir - an easy glib phrase or comment that resonated with many people - but which I believe is wrong and potentially dangerous. It has stuck though and despite scientific research that states that wool resists dirt and stains naturally and cleans better than synthetics the message can be difficult to get across. “We are not here to compete with what I believe are inferior synthetic fibres. We have to elevate our wool products to a new level. Compete with other wool products with innovative ideas. Compete with other wool products with design, colour and texture. Compete with other wool products in the marketplace to give the consumer what is a wonderful product with so many additional benefits it makes it the first choice for the consumer and the retailer. “Seeing new wool carpet ranges launched at the Harrogate Flooring Show gives me fresh hope. Manufacturers have spent fortunes developing their new products and are all talking about the benefits of wool and why they are better. Synthetics can only compete on price and if we understand and market our wool ranges properly we don`t have to get down and dirty.”

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Morella – 100% New Zealand Wool by Morella Calm Winter, £104 per m² Crucial Trading

Made from 100% New Zealand Wool, Crucial Trading’s new 3 ply tufted loop pile Morella floor covering is a natural winner 100% New Zealand Wool, Crucial Trading’s new 3 ply tufted for all styles of home. With an earthy palette and simple classic orella floordesign, covering a natural winner all styles thisis floor covering willforprovide as of much longevity under as for eye. classic design, this floor h an earthy foot palette andthe simple ll provide as footfloor as forcoverings, the eye. Morella can be Asmuch with longevity all Crucialunder Trading’s ordered as a bespoke rug, runner or as meterage for a fitted carpet.floor It’s suitable forMorella heavy domestic use andasis amoth resistant. Crucial Trading’s coverings, can be ordered Choose from eight soothing tones, all inspired by nature. g, runner or as meterage for a fitted carpet. It’s suitable for T 01562 747 www.crucial-trading.com estic use and is moth743 resistant. Choose from eight soothing spired by nature.

Royal Velvet by Victoria Carpets Royal Velvet is the new look, Royal Victoria. A 100% wool offer available in 20 timeless shades with a pallet inspired by the muted browns, blues and greens you would find in the British hedgerows. This is a carpet that will stand the test of time, from its colour offer, high quality natural finish and beneficial USP’s. Boasting both a 15 Year Wear Warranty and a Moth Free Living Warranty, Royal Velvet is one of the best natural velvet, cut pile products on the market T 01562 749300

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Axminster Wool – Beautiful to Live With Wool is nature’s own high-performance fibre, offering durability, warmth and reliability. Axminster uses wool from British sheep, which is combined into unique specialist blends to suit each particular type of carpet. Wool is a great natural insulator providing cosiness and warmth to a room. It’s naturally flame retardant. It’s also sustainable, renewable and biodegradable – this is as important to Axminster as it is to its customers. T 01297 32244

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Quirky B – British Patterned Carpets, Rugs and Runners by Alternative Flooring Award-winning Quirky B is designed, crafted and made in Britain from British wool. The eye-catching designs include collaborations with great British designers including Margo Selby, Ben Pentreath, Ashley Hicks and Ella Doran. Alternative celebrates the wonders of wool in fine and chunky textures and vibrant pattern. All are stylish, sustainable and bring comfort and joy to interiors. Watch Alternative’s video championing wool online. T 01264 335111

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BRITISH WOOL WEEK – ADAM CARPETS 25.08.2021 Range Name: Colour/design: Sales No: Web Address:

Flare FL12 Mocha 01562 822247 www.adamcarpets.co.uk

Woodland Heather Twist by Cormar Carpets The latest wool range introduced by the award winning Cormar Carpet Company is the Woodland Heather Twist, launched in Spring 2021.

Available in 10 on-trend colourways, Flare’s chevron design is incredibly versatile as MadeFlare from 80%isPure New Wool, 10% Polypropylene it looks great on stairs, living areas and bedrooms. made using 100% and 10% Tuftbond, Woodland Heather Twist is a premier, fine quality Quintessential by combined Hugh Mackaywith premium nylon tenth gauge in heather available in two pile accredited UKTwist wool, 6.6.carpet, The 2-plyshades construction weights Elite and Deluxe – ideal for high traffic areas such as Quintessential Twist is a superb 3ply satin twist made from the stairs and hallways. finest Newsoftness Zealand wool.underfoot Designed and crafted with assurances quality in ensures with of added durability and performance. It is mind, a double sheared finish gives the ultimate in underfoot Recently awarded a Flooring Innovation Award in the ‘Natural available in both a 4 palette metre and with 5 metre comfort. Choose from a colour developed the help ofwidth. Like all Adam Carpets, the Flare range Carpets’ category, the collection is available in 4 and 5 metre industry leading interior designers that will compliment any decor. widths to suit allbeautifully homes and comeswith with a 10-year is made in their factory in Kidderminster and coordinates theirwear warranty to provide consumers with extra peace of mind. QT has it all! celebrated Fine Worcester Twist and CastlemeadTTwist ranges. 01204 881234 www.cormarcarpets.co.uk T 01429 892555 www.hughmackay.co.uk

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Available in 10 on-trend colourways, Flare’s chevron design is incredibly versatile as it looks great on stairs, living areas and bedrooms. Flare is made using 100% accredited UK wool, combined with premium nylon 6.6. The 2-ply construction ensures softness underfoot with assurances of added durability and performance. It is available in both a 4 metre and 5 metre width. Like all Adam Carpets, the Flare range is made in their factory in Kidderminster and coordinates beautifully with their celebrated Fine Worcester Twist and Castlemead Twist ranges.

An all-natural, 100% wool berber loop style carpet that showcases the finest, natural quality, made in Great Britain. Wool is one of the most versatile natural fibres available providing sound absorption, controlling moisture in the atmosphere and absorbing Volatile Organic Compounds from the atmosphere. Available in 12 natural colourways, this carpet will stay naturally beautiful for longer, with its springy structure to bounce back from even high traffic areas. Perfect for hallways and staircases.

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Seasonal Views from Manx Tomkinson

Cartouche by Cavalier Carpets

Wool Britannia is a yarn which has been developed by the Headlam Group Plc in partnership with British Wool and with the support of Campaign for Wool. Every linear metre of the yarn includes wool sourced from farms situated in each of our four nations – England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, making it a truly British wool. The aim of this yarn is to increase the usage of British wool in carpets and, in turn, help local farmers and the planet. The Wool Britannia yarn, which is manufactured in England, will be launched into multiple ranges of new wool carpets, the first being Manx Tomkinson’s Seasonal Views range.

First launched some fifteen years ago, and now benefiting from its fourth colourway update, Cartouche has been at the forefront of Cavalier’s wool collection. The latest palette of subtle tones, reflects the very latest decor trends with an unrivalled range of muted tones that work with both traditional and contemporary styling.

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This luxury velour, made using stock dyed yarn, is uniquely sheared four times for a smooth velvet finish which is second to none. Available on 4m & 5m widths and sold with the assurance of Cavalier’s 20 year wear warranty. www.cavaliercarpets.co.uk

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The Piccolo Collection from Kersaint Cobb Add must-have texture to your home with the luxuriously soft Piccolo collection from leaders in flooring, Kersaint Cobb. Made from 80% wool and 20% yak hair, the flooring will bring a subtle element of interest to any interior, whether it is contemporary or traditional.

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Great for home offices, bedrooms, living rooms and more, the carpet is available in five muted shades that will inject the feeling of ultimate relaxation to the home. T 01675 430430

Contact info@campaignfrowool.org for further information, to become a Campaign for Wool Supporter or to take part in Wool Week.

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Showcase of the stars 2021 This month we revel in the achievement of the winners of the 2021 Flooring Innovation Awards – the ideas that have inspired the industry and sustained sales in the challenging times of the last year. “Despite the past 18 months being particularly challenging due to the Covid 19 pandemic, it is extremely encouraging to see the exceptional high standard and quality of the new initiatives and products that have been developed and submitted as entries for the 2021 National Flooring Innovation Awards,” said chairman of the judges, Chris Moffatt.

No Bother Sisal by Alternative Flooring Woodland Heather Twist by Cormar Carpets Durham Tweed by Hugh Mackay Royal Velvet by Victoria Carpets 2. CARPETS – MAN-MADE Stainfree Wilton Collection by Abingdon Flooring Anywhere by Alternative Flooring Marble Fusion by Balta Elegance by Furlong Flooring 3. SMOOTHS Carbontex by Avenue Floors Ocean+ Collection by BerryAlloc Hurst Herringbone by Harvey Maria Kährs Life by Kährs 4. DESIGN, CARPETS Wool Enigma by Crucial Trading Grand Designs by Fells Carpets

The “star” judges line-up (l to r): Chris Moffat, Wendy Adams, Laurance Bird, Bridgette Kelly and David Spragg. “This only goes to prove and demonstrate that innovation remains a high priority within the flooring industry and should continue to be encouraged in all sectors and at all levels,” said Chris. “The rollercoaster of the pandemic has been the most challenging backdrop in the industry’s history but flooring people have been looking forward instead of back and it’s that kind of attitude that drives the sector’s success,” says David Spragg, editor of The Stocklists and a member of the panel of independent judges. Competing priorities during the health crisis meant that product development was squeezed for many manufacturers, but the award judges said they had seen more selective initiatives and intelligent improvements across the industry.

“The rollercoaster of the pandemic has been the most challenging backdrop in the industry’s history but flooring people have been looking forward instead of back.” The awards carpet categories have seen a trend towards higher value, more sophisticated ranges while in smooths, performance enhancement has been front and centre. The design awards reflected an ongoing trend towards subtle patterns in carpet and the continued appetite for herringbone in smooths. It was noticeable that sustainability issues featured across several areas, not just the awards’ environmental category, indicating that the green agenda has become written into the DNA of the flooring industry for the future. More than 100 top quality submissions were received by the Flooring Innovation Awards scheme this year. The awards are designed to go beyond the usual industry prize-giving occasions and set out to identify products that are genuinely new and exceptional.

Galaxy by ITC Natural Luxury Flooring Natura by Ulster Carpets 5. DESIGN, SMOOTHS Invictus LVT by Associated Weavers Northmore Collection by Harvey Maria Vitality by Leoline LayRed Woods by Moduleo 6. UNDERLAY + ACCESSORIES Feel The Difference by Floorwise renu by Interfloor Q-Range DUO by Quantum Flooring Supplies 7. INSTALLATION PRODUCTS ECO FusionBac by Associated Weavers Flowing K Screed by CPG Flowcrete Stopgap Micro Rapid by F. Ball and Co. Ltd F596 Heavy Duty Spray Adhesive by Floorwise UZIN NC 151 Smoothing Compound by Uzin 8. ENVIRONMENTAL Recycled PP Backing by Balta PP Carpet Recycling by Innovate Recycle Limited Ezy-Warm Underfloor Heating System by Iobac 9. MARKETING Colour Tin & Creations by Cavalier Modular POS Displays by Furlong Flooring New Brand Concepts by Kellars Carpet Cake Stand by Victoria Carpets

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10. TECHNOLOGY Carmen Companion by Computers for Flooring Virtual Site Visits by F. Ball & Co Ltd CFJ Live by Kick-Start Publishing Digital Printing Technology by i4F Patents & Technologies

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Woodland Heather Twist

A premier, fine quality, tenth gauge carpet, available in two qualities, made from 80% Pure New Wool, 10% Polypropylene and 10% Tuftbond yarn. Suitable for extra heavy domestic use, Woodland Heather Twist is manufactured in 14 popular heather shades. Durable, resilient and luxurious, it combines the natural beauty of wool with long lasting looks.

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WINNERS • CATEGORY: CARPETS – NATURAL No Bother Sisal by Alternative Flooring Woodland Heather Twist by Cormar Carpets Woodland Heather Twist from Cormar Carpets is set to become a modern classic. This is an 80% pure new wool carpet launched for Spring/Summer 2021 and available in a palette of 14 beautiful shades, including earthy neutrals and on-trend grey tones such as Pine Nut, Charcoal and Silver Fox. It is tufted on tenth gauge machinery to create a fine and elegant, dense pile finish.

It’s what’s underneath

Durham Tweed by Hugh Mackay Durham Tweed has been created through the love of colour and the firm’s designers say that having seen a beautiful blue tweed jacket, its team were inspired by the blend of stunning shades that went into making that jacket appear ‘blue’. This one encounter has inspired a full range of quality wool carpets which take that very essence and add a little magic to it.

Royal Velvet by Victoria Carpets Velvet ranges have been in Victoria Carpets history for 125 years – most recently for Kate & William’s wedding. Over the last 12 months Victoria have been working on Royal Velvet. This 100% wool offer based on Royal Victoria is available in 20 timeless shades and care is taken to get the look, feel and colours, on point for today’s new velvet consumers who want to add that quintessential finesse to their home.

On the top, it’s the same as Alternative’s other sisal carpets. But underneath, the backing, it’s not latex - so these sisals can be traditionally fitted. Ideal as carpets, rugs, runners and stair runners. The two designs are Sisal Bouclé and Sisal Super Bouclé in a total of eight natural shades that bring out the characterful texture of this natural fibre.

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Royal Velvet is the new look, Royal Victoria. A 100% wool offer available in 20 timeless shades with a pallet inspired by the muted browns, blues and greens you would find in the British hedgerows. This is a carpet that will stand the test of time, from its colour offer, high quality natural finish and beneficial USP’s. Boasting both a 15 Year Wear Warranty and a Moth Free Living Warranty, Royal Velvet is one of the best natural velvet, cut pile products on the market.

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Available to order on a dedicated wall unit or a stunning double lectern. To find out more, simply contact our Sales Office.

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WINNERS • CATEGORY: MAN-MADE Stainfree Wilton Collection by Abingdon Flooring Pattern is making a strong and welcome return to home interiors, so Abingdon is inviting retailers to embrace its reappearance so they are ready to capitalise on the style’s strong performance. The Stainfree Wilton Collection is divided between florals, tartans, checks and hessian effects and the collection uses a palette of elegant blues, greys and naturals perfectly in balance with today’s schemes.

Marble Fusion by Balta With its subtle pattern, Marble Fusion offers character in the form of a stunning marble look which is both classic and timeless, thanks to its contemporary colour palette. Using i-tuft technology to create impressively large pattern designs, these high-performance carpets have a dense, high and low-loop structure and plays with the combination of shiny and matt yarns in solution-dyed polyamide.

Elegance by Furlong Flooring Elegance is already a strong best-seller for Furlong but has been re-introduced with a set of substantially enhanced features. it now has 180,000 tufts per square metre, up 20,000, to offer a pinpoint finish and is 3oz heavier for better performance. The range also now features Furlong’s Combi-bac backing for fitterfriendly, scuff-free installation and which also eradicates the risk of carpet separating from its backing.

Anywhere by Alternative Flooring

Anywhere, you like

Anywhere is an ingenious indooroutdoor carpet collection with the visual texture of sisal but with the fit-anywhere performance of easy-clean polypropylene construction. The collection is available in five textured patterns in classic and contemporary natural shades with 23 choices. There is a range of Anywhere borders too, making this range ideal for carpets, rugs, runners and stair runners.

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WINNER • CATEGORY: MAN-MADE Stainfree Wilton Collection by Abingdon Flooring

Pattern for the People Made from high-quality polypropylene yarn, StainFree Wilton is an exciting and affordable entry point into patterned carpet, bringing pattern to the people. Divided between florals, tartans, checks and hessian effects the collection brings elegant blues, greys and naturals in perfect balance with today’s schemes. That’s not to say that everything is muted and there are certainly some bold pattern choices to be had. Classic floral, damask and chequered patterns are given deep bases in tones such as onyx, pewter, harvest and peacock. Exclusively supplied as a dual lectern set, the range’s combination of a woven wilton construction and polypropylene yarn ensures exquisite pattern reproduction for a quality look without compromising the great value and family-friendly performance that has made the StainFree name famous. StainFree Wilton Sandringham in Peacock

Enjoying a StainFree for life promise and 10-year wear warranty, the bleach cleanable carpet makes it easy for homes to enjoy the latest interior styles. So, whether recreating that cottage feel with a tartan in a modern colourway for a new home or reflecting a period property’s heritage with classical floral and damask motifs, StainFree Wilton is the perfect choice.

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WINNERS • ENVIRONMENTAL Pure Loop by Balta Production waste is a big challenge for maufacturers so Balta set out to find new uses for waste materials. Pure Loop is the result of that research: a machine that turns polypropylene waste from its manufacturing sites into backing for automotive and exhibition carpet and an extra backing for broadloom carpet. It recycles some 1.500 tonnes of polypropylene every year, processing a single bale in just 10 minutes.

PP carpet recycling by Innovate Recycle Limited Innovate Recycle’s mission is to transform the way in which the UK utilises post-consumer and industrial carpet. The company’s first recycling line is under development in Northamptonshire and is chemical and emission free. It will recycle 15,000 tonnes of polypropylene carpet per annum to produce a polypropylene pellet for use in a wide range of industries. The bi-product of calcium carbonate powder will be used to replace virgin mineral in concrete production.

Ezy-Warm Underfloor Heating System by Iobac Ezy-Warm is an incredibly simple and efficient underfloor heating system with one of the thinnest profiles available. Natural radiant heat technology produces superefficient uniform heating versus conventional gas radiators or electric heaters, enabling the homeowner to significantly reduce energy costs and power their heating with renewable energy, for example, from solar panels. 60

WINNERS • CATEGORY: SMOOTHS Carbontex by Avenue Floors Carbontex’s stylish wood and stone designs are a great choice for homes looking for a fast and easy fit. Carbontex is the latest Avenue cushion vinyl collection to benefit from Luxatex, a textile-backing that is ideal for quick refurbishment projects and instant room makeovers. Capable of being installed over existing wood, laminate and ceramic floors without glue, it is stylish and supremely comfortable. Ocean+ Collection by BerryAlloc BerryAlloc is an original pioneer of 100% water-resistant laminate floors – and now Ocean+ is the company’s latest range to take advantage of this technology, bringing a laminate floor that’s completely safe for bathrooms and kitchens, on top of general household use. A hydrophobic coating repels water from joints and is combined with airtight locking systems to make Ocean+ completely water-resistant. Hurst Herringbone by Harvey Maria Hurst Herringbone is a new authentic wood effect LVT collection of petite planks, designed to be laid in a stylish herringbone pattern. Featuring ultrarealistic wood grain textures, these tactile luxury vinyl floor tiles look and feel like real wood, but are hugely practical, durable and sustainable. They have also been recognised for their low environmental impact including the Eurofins Indoor Air Quality Gold Standard. Kährs Life by Kährs Kährs launched Kährs Life this year as a new type of wooden floor with more durable properties at an attractive pricepoint. Combining the best of both worlds – the authentic look of a wooden floor with properties close to vinyl flooring – Kährs Life bridges the gap between wood and vinyl, perfectly balancing naturally beautiful aesthetics and performance. THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

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Carbontex by Avenue Floors

Making installation easier with Carbontex Carbontex from Avenue is a cushion vinyl that’s fast and easy to fit over existing floors. Featuring Luxatex, a textile-backing that is ideal for quick refurbishment projects and instant room makeovers, Carbontex is capable of being installed over existing wood, laminate and ceramic floors without glue. Carbontex has all the benefits of easy to maintain convenience and will cope with the odd spill or mishap, making it perfect for family homes. With classic wood plank looks, herringbone and stone, as well as the classic Evora tile and Previa concrete effect, Carbontex is packed full of stylish designs ready to add Avenue’s famed style. What’s more, the range is feature-packed with Superguard for better stain-resistance, excellent acoustic performance for a quieter home and added slip-resistance for a safer surface underfoot.

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WINNER • CATEGORY: SMOOTHS Ocean+ Collection by BerryAlloc

Water-resistant floors for moments of joy

BerryAlloc Ocean+ – Mood

BerryAlloc introduced hydro+ way back in 2008, making it the original pioneer in 100% water-resistant laminate floors. Ocean+ is the latest collection to take advantage of this technology, bringing a laminate floor that’s completely safe for every room in the house, even bathrooms and kitchens. A hydrophobic coating that BerryAlloc applies to all sides of the plank during the manufacturing process, hydro+ repels water from joints and is combined with airtight locking systems to make Ocean+ completely water-resistant. The collection features impressively lifelike wood and stone designs, offering a choice of modern and classic styles. From elegant oaks to rustic woods full of knots and cracks, there’s 30 original looks to suit any interior, including a stylish stone design and the unique Retro Chic tile to round things off beautifully. Despite its 100% water-resistance, maintaining Ocean+ is no different than any other BerryAlloc laminate. A tough 62

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and highly scratch-resistant surface fights off the signs of daily life, requiring nothing more than occasional mopping, sweeping or vacuuming. Water-resistant, fade-free, scratch-resistant and with a lifetime warranty, Ocean+ ticks all the boxes of a floor made for modern life.

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Stylish Flooring for Modern Living A winning combination of unique patterns and outstanding authentic wood collections. Get in touch for your new retail partnership in 2022. Category Winner The Northmore Collection Category Winner MSeries Hurst Herringbone Collection

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WINNER • CATEGORY: CARPET DESIGN Galaxy by ITC Luxury Natural Flooring

Silky style of pure luxury For architects, interior designers and specifiers, Galaxy with that indefinable wow factor ticks all the boxes! Galaxy is a handwoven and hand sheared carpet in type 6 nylon with a lovely soft silk-like feel. The antiqued look and fine lustred effect in conjunction with a carefully chosen palette of fashionable colours will delight interior designers! This stunning new introduction offers a carpet that reflects pure luxury together with the practicality and benefits of utilising a very durable fibre, a perfect carpet for residential and corporate hospitality locations. Galaxy in 4&5 metre broadloom is also available in made to measure rugs in sizes up to 500cm wide. Piped or visible tape finishing from a selection of different types of tapes is offered to create a stylish and personalized look to a rug; all at one price to ensure simplicity of ordering. www.itcnaturalluxuryflooring.com info@itcnaturalluxuryflooring.com itc_natfloor itcnaturalluxuryflooring itcnaturalluxuryflooring sales office: 01622 534041

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WINNER • CATEGORY: CARPET DESIGN Grand Designs by Fells Carpets

Opulence and inspiration with a velvet finish Grand Designs from Fells Carpets & Flooring is a luxurious wilton collection of 12 eye-catching designs including a distinctive leopard and snakeskin alongside smart plaids and fashionable small geometric patterns. With a fine velvet finish this carpet is the height of opulence and style and its practical too. Grand Designs is made with resilient polypropylene yarn which has been heat-set for improved long lasting appearance retention and performance. The fibre is fade resistant, stain resistant and bleach cleanable.

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This collection is the latest in the portfolio of innovative award winning designs that has established Fells as a go-to supplier for bolder and more exciting patterned carpet.

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Wool Enigma by Crucial Trading Crucial’s distinctive Wool Enigma range is about “creating curiosity” with an impressive floorcovering which immediately catches the eye with its unique pattern and two-tone design. This new wool collection is available in nine colour options, from the subtle tones of Spellbound and Desert Island to the drama of Enchanted Forest and the intensity of Eternal Flame.

Invictus by Associated Weavers The Invictus LVT collection was launched to great acclaim and additional design effort is delivering fashionable new options including three stone designs – Pure Marble, Hudson Stone, Bergamo – as well as Royal Oak, an eye-catching parquet to add even more breadth to this agenda-setting, high performance range. Northmore Collection by Harvey Maria 19th century encaustic floor tiles form the inspiration behind Northmore - a new and bestselling LVT collection - that blends unique decorative pattern, heritage colour pigment and authentic patina. Harvey Maria has reinterpreted these stylish and prestigious Victorian floor tiles to create a collection that stands up to the demands of modern home life.

Grand Designs by Fells Carpets A luxurious wilton carpet, new Grand Designs has a 1 million point construction in heatset polypropylene to create a fine velvet that is the height of opulence – a style enhanced by the distinctive snake skin and leopard designs launched in conjunction with some traditional favourites including plaids and small geometric.

Vitality by Leoline Using technology developed for LVT, Vitality delivers an authentic natural look that’s not been seen before on sheet vinyl flooring. The floor uses an original texture and stunning optical clarity to deliver a range of wood and concrete effects that provide homeowners with a premium look and the practicality of sheet vinyl. In 14 designs, Vitality has all the hallmarks of a floor that offers exceptional looks and great performance.

Galaxy by ITC Natural Luxury Flooring Galaxy is a hand-woven and handsheared carpet in type 6 nylon with a lovely soft silk-like feel. The antiqued look and fine lustred effect in conjunction with a carefully chosen palette of fashionable colours delights interior designers, reflecting pure luxury alongside the practicality and benefits of utilising a very durable fibre.

Natura by Ulster Carpets Ulster has curated the Natura collection to present a set of designs that magnify the beauty of nature by focusing on the intimate detail of the world around us – a perfect balance between impactful aesthetics and subtle beauty. The concept is carried through into the 24 colourways available – balancing the strongest earth hues with the hushed tones of nature. 66

LayRed Woods by Moduleo This remarkable collection comprises 40 unique, natureinspired wood decors, designed in line with growing consumer desire for more natural styles and comprises elegant, outspoken and vibrant patterns from light to dark shades. Moduleo LayRed has already received a Red Dot Design Innovation Award for outstanding design quality and a and a German Design Award for innovation. THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

WINNER • CATEGORY: SMOOTHS DESIGN Invictus by Associated Weavers

Invincible design sets the LVT agenda The Invictus LVT collection was launched to great acclaim, giving retailers a comprehensive one-stop offer to inspire homeowners with excellent performance, class-leading point-of-sale-support and an impressive design portfolio. Royal Oak

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The Contemporary Designs are modern, eclectic and always on trend along with the Urban Collection which offers sleek sophistication and cool vibes. On the more traditional side, the range of Country Living styles offers a truly authentic, cosy and natural feel for a more simple aesthetic while the grand, classy impact of the Townhouse Collection makes a more imposing statement.

The Invictus design team continue to set the agenda, delivering fashionable new options including three stone designs – Pure Marble, Hudson Stone, Bergamo – as well as Royal Oak, an eye-catching parquet to add even more breadth to this agenda-setting, high performance range. With its ultra-strong coating and Scratchmaster top layer, Invictus LVT offers outperforming wear protection backed up by 20 and 25-year wear warranties and its waterproof credentials make it suitable for bathrooms, kitchens and hallways.

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WINNER • CATEGORY: SMOOTHS DESIGN Vitality by Leoline

Vitality – Perfecting the look of LVT in cushion vinyl New for 2021, Vitality is the latest cushion vinyl floor range from Leoline. Vitality harnesses the shared development resources of IVC Group, bringing a new generation of premium vinyl flooring. Using technology developed for LVT floors, Vitality delivers an authentic natural look that’s not been seen before on sheet vinyl flooring. The floor uses an original texture and stunning optical clarity to deliver a range of wood and concrete effects that provide homeowners with a premium look and the practicality of sheet vinyl. Selected wood plank designs such as Noble Oak and Cabral also feature an enhanced V groove, just cementing Vitality’s luxury vinyl floor status.

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In 14 designs, Vitality has all the hallmarks of a floor that offers premium looks and great performance. Superguard protected for better stain-resistance and easy maintenance, suitable for use with castor chairs and with added slipresistance, it’s an all-round package that makes a great choice for homes wanting the look of LVT in a more budget friendly floor. The range features a 20-year wear warranty. THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

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Cake Stand

by Victoria Carpets

In celebration of our 125th Year, we wanted to create something special and our ‘Cake Stand’ is just that. This stunning POS display features four of our best selling EasiCare ranges: First Impressions, Ultimate Impressions, Heartland and Heartland Ultra as well as Heartland Heathers, beautifully displayed with curved bespoke sampling. We have a limited availability of 125 special edition stands and retailers ordering one of these will automatically receive a stand certificate, special terms and a full rebate. We will also send you a personalised bottle of fizz to celebrate 125 years of Victoria Carpets and raise a glass to many more years in partnership! Yours for only £599 Call our sales office to order today - 01562 749300

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WINNERS • MARKETING Colour Tin & Creations by Cavalier Carpets Cavalier has developed its ‘Colour Tin’ system, holding yarn in stock for fasttrack custom woven axminster carpets for retailers who need to respond to rapid turnaround requirements from customers. The concept runs alongside the Creations collection of eight instock ‘off the peg’ axminster designs based on the Colour Tin yarn system. Muted tones and highlights that are designed to co-ordinate with fabrics and other finishes. Modular POS Displays by Furlong Flooring Furlong Flooring has developed new innovative POS display stands which can exhibit a mixture of products together, specially designed for those retailers who like to display a mixture of hard flooring and carpet or vinyl together. The modern, eye-catching stands are adaptable and can be ordered as a small standalone unit or a larger graphic unit, creating a perfect display stand for any size store. New brand concepts by Kellars Kellars Flooring has undertaken a major rebranding programme, developed in-house by its marketing/design team, to develop the company’s range of own branded products Each brand is a different distinctive creative concept and has been created in a unique style of product promotion and advertising including the dramatic Centicus carpet collection, classical Forma laminates and elegant Allora SPC products. Carpet Cake Stand by Victoria Carpets Victoria Carpets set out to celebrate their 125th anniversary with cake, of course, and created an imaginative Carpet Cake Stand. This exclusive walk-around concept has been designed to create a showroom centrepiece without dominating the retail space and carries curved, bespoke sampling and folders for the company’s best-selling EasiCare ranges – First Impressions, Ultimate Impressions and the Heartland collection.

Colour Tin & Creations by Cavalier Carpets

Fast track ready-toweave axminsters

Colour Tin from Cavalier is a fast track ‘ready to weave’ axminster programme based on sixteen stock colours to suit all areas of the contract market place. Perfect when you need short lead times and custom dying is not an option. This allows designers and specifiers the flexibility to create new and exciting designs and colour schemes within a structured colour bank which is ready to weave, on completion of approved samples. Cavalier has a dedicated gallery of designs on its website for people to use as a starting point for the design process. Axminster qualities range from 6 to 10 rows per inch and are available in 3.66m (12ft) and 4.00m widths options. Hot on the heels of ‘Colour Tin’, Cavalier has launched ‘Creations’, which uses the same colour palette to weave a collection of eight 4m wide axminster carpets, inspired by the work of famous painters – all instock and ready to roll.

Monet from Cavalier’s Colour Tin Creations

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i4F licenses the world’s most advanced digital printing technologies delivering results so close to the real thing it’s almost impossible to tell the difference. Cuttingedge technologies available from i4F enable the creation of unique designs and avoid unnecessary inventory on pre-printed materials. i4F’s strong digital printing portfolio now also includes exclusive access to all Hymmen digital printing technologies, including its award-winning Digital Lacquer Embossing (DLE) technology offering unbelievably real optics and haptics.

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Carmen Companion by Computers for Flooring The Carman Companion App is a revolution for the flooring sector and sets out to connect retailers, fitters and estimators, allowing you to stay in control of your business whilst on the go. Carman Companion can manage stock, deliveries, sales, and fitting staff – all from your handheld device. App users can also monitor sales data, product lines, profit as well as taking pictures and managing the diary dynamically. Virtual Site Visits by F. Ball & Co Ltd In response to the coronavirus pandemic, F. Ball introduced virtual site visits, allowing flooring contractors to receive on-the-spot site assessments and answers to their technical questions via video calls with the company’s technical service officers using mobile and tablet apps. The popularity of the virtual site visits has led the company to make them an ongoing option. CFJ Live by Kick-Start Publishing The CFJLIVE Online Flooring Expo in July 2021 was the first UK online flooring exhibition. Exhibitors were able to broadcast live feeds from their showrooms, training centres, demo areas and pop-up stands in offices plus share video, apps or powerpoints. Visitors interacted by going live to ask questions and the main stage included 5 hours of live demonstrations and technical help. Digital printing Technology by i4F Patents & Technologies i4F sets industry standards with cuttingedge digital printing technologies enabling flooring manufacturers to create unique designs, achieve superior optical quality and avoid unnecessary inventory on pre-printed materials. i4F licenses the world’s most advanced digital printing technologies delivering results so close to the real thing it’s almost impossible to tell the difference. 72

Feel the Difference by Floorwise Elegance, from the Feel the Difference underlay collection by floorwise, is a premium recycled PU underlay that has the ability to outperform other underlays, while remaining light weight, easy to handle and completely recyclable. The recycled PU construction offers advantages over recycled felt underlays, offering more robust, long-term performance with the sumptuous underfoot feel that is increasingly being demanded by homeowners. renu by Interfloor A truly innovative underlay, renu is made from 98% recycled materials and is 100% recyclable at the end of its life. It is the most ethically sourced and recyclable carpet underlay Interfloor has manufactured. All materials in the manufacturing process have been considered down to the recycled paper backing and the carbon negative bio-based film used to complete the underlay plus in the packaging. Q-Range DUO by Quantum Flooring Supplies Q-Range DUO is the most innovative stair nosing by Quantum to date, which marks a new evolution in stair nosing specification. Q-Range DUO measures 55 by 55mm for both the tread and the riser in 25 solid colours. Like all of Quantum’s Q-Range stair nosings Q-Range DUO has an all-over tread design to reduce the risk of slips on stairways.

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WINNER • CATEGORY: INSTALLATION PRODUCTS ECO FusionBac by Associated Weavers

Backing stability, strength and sustainability

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ECO FusionBac is a unique premium carpet backing made by fusing together a fleece layer and a woven polypropylene backing which is sourced 100% from recycled PET plastic bottles. ECO FusionBac carpet backing combines advantages of these materials: it is strong and stable as well as soft and insulating. ECO FusionBac makes carpet easy to install with fitter-friendly handling and a non-abrasive backing that helps avoid damage on site in a consumer’s home. The construction of this backing also improves a carpet’s heat and noise insulation as well as ensuring it lasts longer. ECO FusionBac is suitable for all installation methods including stretch fit. 74

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WINNERS • CATEGORY: INSTALLATION PRODUCTS UZIN NC 151 by UZIN

Smooth speed When projects need to be completed quickly you need products you can trust.

Isocrete Flowing K Screed by Flowcrete

Flowing formulation is faster and thinner

UZIN NC 151 is a heavy duty smoothing compound which dries quickly, reliably and consistently. It is ready to receive most floor coverings after only 6 hours whether applied on an absorbent or nonabsorbent surface. It has great strength, excellent flow and is easy to apply. It also produces an exceptional finish for all floor coverings and is ideal for projects which require a durable and long lasting floor finish. Upon winning the award Daniel Leeson, Marketing Manager for UZIN said “We are extremely happy to win the Flooring Innovation Award 2021. This award continues to underline the quality of our products. UZIN NC 151 provides flooring contractors with a fast and dependable drying smoothing compound.”

Flowcrete continues Iscocrete screeds 50-year award-winning history. The only flowing screed in the market that is installed exclusively by a network of approved licensee contractors and offer a 10-year warranty Flowcrete is one of Construction Product Group (CPG) UK’s portfolio of leading construction product brands that together provide one point of call for specifiers and contractors. Continuing the success of its award-winning Isocrete range, Isocrete Flowing K, a liquid cementitious screed, was launched earlier this year and has already made an immediate impact in the industry. Available in three different compressive strength formulations, it can be laid bonded, unbonded or as a floating screed and offers a lower thickness profile when compared to standard screed build ups, while its unique formulation allows the system to be trafficked in as little as 24 hours, depending on site conditions. Contact the Flowcrete team to find out more about Isocrete Flowing K Screed, the latest technology in liquid screeds.

F596 Heavy Duty Spray Adhesive by Floorwise The newly formulated F596 spray adhesive is a heavy duty product for fixing a wide variety of floorcoverings to almost any subfloor with excellent bond strength and super quick drying – and it’s free of chlorinated solvents and is noncarcinogenic. Fitters also find the handy can ideal for detail fixing work with trims, profiles and edges.

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Flooring

Factsheet Adhesive Types Acrylic/Resin: Ideal for plasticized PVC and most modern flooring. Bitumen: A tar-like material, bitumen has a high degree of moisture resistance and is used for damp-proof membranes and installing tiles, wood blocks and mosaics. Epoxy Resin: A two-part chemical curing system that is used in aggressive environments such as conservatories, wet rooms, commercial kitchens and exterior installations.

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SELECTION CHECKLIST

The criteria to select an adhesive will cover the following points. Larger manufacturers offer detailed guides to select the correct adhesive – even indexing floor manufacturer’s products by name to ensure an accurate match. For accurate and up-to-date information consult the F. Ball Recommended Adhesives Guide. Open Time: The time you have to fit the flooring into the adhesive after which the bond will no longer be ideal. The time until the floor may be walked on should be checked.

Polyurethane: An adhesive with rapid bonding characteristics, typically used for wood floors.

Odour: Low odour, solvent-free and low VOC products are increasingly favoured and now have the same performance characteristics of older products.

Polyvinyl Acetate: Typically used for close fitting joints in timber, laminate floors and panels.

Coverage: How thick and how far can the adhesive be spread.

Tackifier: An adhesive for carpet designed to increase the tackiness – or the tack range – of an adhesive.

Application Method: Different adhesives may be applied by roller, trowel or spray.

Water-based Adhesive: Many different types of adhesives now use water as their carrier to avoid odours and flammability issues which are common with chemical solvents.

Strength: Including how quickly the adhesive will “grab” the floor covering and its strength when fully cured. Underfloor Heating: A lot of modern adhesives are suitable for use with underfloor heating but this criteria must be checked where appropriate.

Subfloor: What surface will the adhesive stick to most effectively including concrete, sand cement screeds, levelling compounds, plywood and chipboard. While there are multi-purpose adhesives, specialist products will be better suited to certain surfaces. The porosity of the floor is a key determinant of the type of adhesive to be used and its performance during installation. Special Performance: Certain adhesives are more suitable for damp, humid or high temperature environments. Air Quality and the Environment: The old wisdom that the more it smells, the better it sticks is no longer acceptable to modern consumers and solvent-based products are increasingly replaced by water-based adhesives.

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Flooring factsheet Buying Groups Pick the right one 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

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of the committee

Why join? 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...

• Get a list of members and call up two or three for a ‘real-world’ view

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

• Ensure you understand the financial arrangements,

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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 own-label options and the UK/European mix

• Ensure you understand any rules that may limit your

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flexibility to run your business the way you want

Key benefits Increase margins • Group purchases to get beneficial rates • Rebates • Exclusive higher-margin products • Special promotions ne of the key reasons to join a buying group is to O 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. Access professional services • Business and 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. THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

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 pointof-sale, merchandising and displays. Central stockholding may also be on offer. Network with other independents • Members-only exhibitions with preferred manufacturers • Regular meetings and supplier presentations • Regional workshops • 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.

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www.flooringone.co.uk Peter Karra Tel: 0121 683 1426 peter.karra@flooringone.co.uk

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

Flooring factsheet LVT Supplier Directory

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Victorian Treasure by Invictus

Van Gogh Classic Oak by Karndean Designflooring

Studio Designs by Brampton Chase

Abingdon SoftStep info@abingdonflooring.co.uk 01274 655 694 www.abingdonflooring.co.uk

Earthwerks saleseurope@earthwerks.com 0800 689 1657 www.earthwerks.eu.com

Kellars sales@kellars.co.uk 0161 443 0970

Adoretouch +1.631.843.0900

www.adorefloors.com

Alsapan g.folkes@alsapan.com 03 88 59 29 89

www.alsapan.com

Altro enquiries@altro.com 01462 489 516

www.altro.co.uk

Amtico info@amtico.com 0121 745 0800 Aspecta +31 (0) 88 1662500

www.amtico.com www.aspectaflooring.com

Avenue Floors info@avenuefloors.co.uk www.avenuefloors.co.uk Beauflor sales@beauflor.com +32 56 67 66 11

www.beauflor.com

Brampton Chase support@bramptonchase.co.uk 01604 664855 www.bramptonchase.co.uk

Forbo Flooring info.flooring.uk@forbo.com 01773 744 121

www.forbo.com

Furlong enquiries@furlongflooring.com 01772 316155 www.furlongflooring.co.uk Harvey Maria info@harveymaria.com 0330 330 1231

www.harveymaria.com

Lifestyle Floors info@lifestyle-floors.co.uk 01827 831448 www.lifestyle-floors.co.uk Interface interface.uk@interface.com 0800 313 4465 Invictus Info@invictus.co.uk 01422 431100

www.interface.com

www.invictus.co.uk/lvt

IVC – Moduleo + Leoline www.ivcgroup.com Karndean Designflooring 01386 820100

www.karndean.com

Kraus sales@qep.com 01283 245430

www.kellars.co.uk

www.krausflooring.co.uk

Leoline info@leoline.co.uk 0800 032 3970

www.leoline.co.uk

Moduleo salesuk@moduleo.com 01332 851500

www.moduleo.co.uk

Polyflor 0161 767 1111 info@polyflor.com

www.polyflor.com

Quick-Step 08448 118 288

www.quick-step.co.uk

Tarkett 01622 854040 communication@tarkett.com

www.tarkett.com

Victoria Design Floors (Distinctive Flooring/Universal Flooring) info@myvictoria.co.uk 01562 749300 www.myvictoria.co.uk Wineo +49 (0) 5237 6090 info@wineo.de

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Westex 01274 861334 www.westexflooring.com info@westexflooring.co.uk

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Flooring factsheet Vinyl Flooring Vinyl is a fast growing sector of the flooring market due to its durability at relatively low cost and huge range of designs available. Sheet vinyl and cushion floor by the roll are popular but the sector is dominated by LVT. In reality, most of the products sold today are “LVP”, Luxury Vinyl Planks, as wood decors are more popular than ceramics and stone but the term LVT is still used to cover the whole non-sheet market.

Benefits

• Huge choice in terms of decors across wood, ceramic, stone and geometric designs

• I mpressive realism – not just in the design but infinishing

techniques that allow for wood knots you can feel, tiles you can grout, etc. See appearance options.

• Excellent performance in durability for high traffic areas, scratch resistance and cleanability. Vinyl also tends to be much more nonslip than natural materials. Some products are water resistant for bathrooms and kitchens.

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Product options

• Dry back – a sheet or tile that needs to be fixed to the sub-floor using an adhesive.

• Self-adhesive – tiles with a peel-off backing paper to stick to the

sub-floor. Some tiles have adhesive overlaps to stick to each other rather than the sub-floor.

• Loose lay vinyl – tiles that simply drop onto the floor and rely on

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a high friction backing to keep them in place – they demand a very sound, level sub-floor but are the easiset type of tile to lay or replace.

Click – tiles that have a mechanical jointing system to attach to • Warm and soft to touch compared to ceramic and stone floors - and • one another (like a locked tongue and groove system) and ‘float’ on a good heat insulator anyhow, and suitable for use with underfloor heating systems.

• Sound reduction – vinyl has neglible impact sound compared

to the tap/click of laminate and transmits less sound and vibration compared to solid floor.

• Considerably cheaper than the ‘real’ thing – both to buy and to fit – and tile/plank approach minimises wastage.

Installation

Installation preparation Vinyl requires a dry, sound, level subfloor as the relative thinness of vinyl and its light reflection performance will quickly reveal imperfections after installation as well as cause potential wear issues. Exisitng wooden/MDF floors may need a plywood underlay up to 6mm thick and then the joints will need to be skimmed or taped. Non-wood sub-floors will need a self-levelling screed to be laid to ensure a suitable base for the floor. A damp-proof membrane may be required depending on sub-floor moisture levels. However, new rigid core products are less flexible and can be laid more easily over existing floors – see Construction.

Top Coating Wear Layer Decor Layer

the sub-floor without being glued down. There are many proprietary versions of the click system which offer fast, clean installation and stability.

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Appearance options Vinyl tiles and planks cover a hugh variety of sizes and shapes and can be mix-and-matched to achieve an infinite number of designs. Current fashions include extra wide and long planks for wood through to very small planks for wood. Border effects can be easy to achieve in LVT. Other notable options include:

• Embossed – this is where the top clear layer of the tile has been

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embossed to create a realistic texture that matches the style of the stone of wood decor. Registered embossed is the most authentic – the texture matches the design so that, for example, a wood knot or hand-scraped element in the wood design can be felt on the surface of the flooring.

• Grouting and grooving – vinyl tiles can be laid with grouting inlay strips or beads of vinyl for addewd realism – and there are acrylic grouts that can be applied. In wood decors, planks are available with v-grooves or bevelled edges between planks for added realism.

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LVT construction

Top coating – A polyurethane or aluminium oxide coating provides protection against scratches and stains and gives enhances anti-slip. Wear layer – This is a key layer - determining the performance and resilience of the product. A 0.3mm (12 mil) wear layer is a good for heavy wear areas. Commercial installations need 0.5mm wear layers or above with 0.7mm at the top end. The wear warranties and guarantees carried by products will be based on this thickness. Decor layer – This is the decor itself - in essence it is a paper- or filmbased photographic inkjet print. (A few LVT floors have the image printed directly to the surface of the floor but this implies less image definition and different wear characteristics.)

PVC Middle Layer(s) Fibre Glass Layer(s) PVC Base Layer

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PVC and fibre glass layers – The construction ‘sandwich’ can vary between products but a combination of PVC (polyvinyl chloride) layers for strength and flexibility and fibre glass layers for structural stability may be used. Any click-system profile will be incorporated into these layers. Products often use a combination of recycled vinyl which is cheaper and virgin PVC which lasts longer and is more stable. Rigid core LVT has a solid, less flexible PVC layer with maximum stability which means it can be laid over exisiting, less even flooring without showing imperfections and therefore avoiding wear problems. Base (or backing) layer – The final high density PVC layer varies according to the installation requirement and is designed for taking adhesive or as an ‘underlay’ for loose-lay and click installations. 79

The Stocklists Carpet Company Directory Abingdon Flooring

01274 655694

Adam Carpets Ltd Be Tu Tw W Ww

01562 829966

Alternative Flooring

01264 335111

Associated Weavers Tw Tu

01422 431100

Avena Carpets Ltd Tu Ww Axwoven Carpets Ltd Ax Be Axminster Carpets Ltd Ax Be Tw

01422 330261

0121 550 5788

01297 32244

Brockway Carpets Ltd Tw W 01562 828200 sales@brockway.co.uk www.brockway.co.uk

Bronte Carpets Ltd Be Tu Tw W office@brontecarpets.co.uk www.brontecarpets.co.uk

01282 862 736

Burmatex Tu

01924 262525

+32 56 62 2211

Cavalier Carpets Ltd Ax Be Tu Tw W Ww 01254 268000

Beaulieu International Group Be Pr Tu Tw

+32 56 67 66 11

Christy Carpets Tu 019078 308777

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

020 8800 0740

Clarendon Carpets Tw

01827 831480

Classis Carpets Tu W Ww

0870 020 1725

Condor Carpets BV Tu Tw W Tu

Betap Tufting BV +31 383 861 060 BIC Carpets +32 56 23 54 10

Contempo Carpets 01924 488882

Blenheim Carpets Ax Be Tw W Ww

020 7823 3040

BMK

0113 380 5333

Bond Worth Ltd Ax 01562 745000

0116 284 1455

Creatuft Carpets Tu W

+32 56 35 4444

Custom Carpet Company Ax Be Tu Tw W Ww

01737 830301

Dan-Floor UK W

0844 9151000 +32 55 335211

E & WE Carpets W

01562 825952

Edel Telenzo Carpets Ltd Tu Tw W sales@edeltelenzocarpets.co.uk www.edeltelenzocarpets.co.uk Enterprise Weaving Co Be Ww

Fells Carpets

0800 689 4741

sales@contempocarpets.co.uk www.contempocarpets.co.uk

Cormar Carpets Ltd Tu Tw W info@cormarcarpets.co.uk www.cormarcarpets.co.uk

Brintons Couristan Carpets Ax Tu Tw W Ww 0800 505055 Ax Tu W Ww

Love Story Deep Feelings by Abingdon

Creative Carpets Ltd Be Tu Tw W

01422 374 417

01562 745030

+31 38 4778911

Be Tw W

Bizspoke Custom Carpets Be Tw W

01294 558400

Domo Floorcovering Pr Tu Tw

Balta Industries Tu Tw W Ww

Belvedere Carpets

Craigie Carpets Be

Durham Twist from Hugh Mackay

01204 881 234

800 223 6186

Ww cummings@btinternet.com www.fellscarpets.co.uk Fletco Taepper A/S Tu W

01977 662211

+45 96 60 3000

Flock-living Limited Tu Wa info@flock-living.com www.flock-living.com

Firth Carpets & Flooring Be Pr Tu Tw W Ww

+44 (0)20 8440 8777

01484 721529

Brockway’s Vogue

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Le Tissage d’Arcade Ax Ww

+32 05685 4747

Lecaflor Ltd Ax Be Pr Tu Tw W Ww

Furlong Flooring

Tw W enquiries@furlongcentral.co.uk www.furlongflooring.com Gaskell Wool Rich Tu Tw W

01772 696 787

01827 831525

Gaskell Mackay Carpets Ltd Ax Tu Tw W Georgian Carpets Tu Tw W

01429 892525 01827 831430

Godfrey Hirst (GB) Ltd Tu Halbmond Teppichwerke Be Pr Tu

Hammer Carpets

0800 526696 +49 037 421 420

01473 826870

infouk@hammercarpetsuk.com www.hammercarpets.com Heckmondwike FB

01924 410544

ITC Be Pr Tw Tu

0032 51 424 411

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

01937 588511 07850 935301

Joseph Hamilton & Seaton W 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

Bronte’s Cream Shagpile

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0800 78 33 712

Leigh Spinners Ltd Tw

01942 673232

Louis de Poortere W

+32 56 393 386

Lusotufo Tu

+35 12 56 750 500

Manx Carpets Tw W

01827 831 434

Master Weaver W Ww

01562 754 382

Mayfield Carpets Tu Tw W

01706 639 866

MID NL Be

+31 38 851 8700

Millennium Weavers Europe Tu Tw sales@millenniumweavers.eu www.millenniumweavers.be Modulyss Be Tu Tw Pr

+32 55 50 9050

+32 52 457211

Mr Tomkinson Tw Ww

01827 831 450

Penthouse Carpets Tu Tw W

01706 341231

Phoenox Textiles Pr Tu

01484 863227

Pownall Carpets Tw W

0845 6528811

Roger Vanden Berghe.NV Tu Ww

+32 56 73 57 11

Signature Carpets Be Tu W

01422 845075

TAT Carpet

07976 607657

Tapibel NV Pr Tu Tw

01623 481 221

Tasibel NV Tw

+32 52 499600

The Grosvenor Wilton Co W Ww

01562 701456

The Sultana Carpet Co Ax

01299 822300

Wilton Carpet Commercial Ax Tu Tw Ww W Be

01722 746000

Thomas Witter UK Ltd Tu Tw

0870 1128318

Timzo Tufting Industry BV Tu

+31 38 385 4477

Tisca Tiara Tu Ww

07860 911748

Trendy Tuft Designs Be Tu Tw W

01274 855080

Ulster Carpets Ax Be Tu Tw W Ww

02838 334433

United Carpets & Beds Tw W Ww

01709 732 666

Victoria Carpets Tu Tw W Ww

01562 749300

Vorwerk Flooring

01282 332025

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

Ryalux Carpets Ltd Be Tu Tw W

0845 652 8811

Woodward Grosvenor Ax Tu Tw W Ww

Sans Frontieres Ltd Be Pr Tu Tw W Ww

0844 5611977

Wool Classics Tu Ww

Shaw Home Foundations Tu

01675 433 501

Woven Carpets of Kidderminster W 01299 827477

Cormar’s Sensation Twist

0800 526696 0207 349 1560

Wellington Stripe from Ulster

Flooring factsheet Carpet trouble-shooter

• shedding • pulled loops

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).

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.

Colour matching

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’. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Static

Sprouting

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.

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. THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

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

Flattening

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.

Shading

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.

Pile Reversal

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.

Shedding

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pulling Loops

Samples

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. THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

The original carpet tile

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.

Installation

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. 83

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Flooring factsheet Eco-friendly underlay Sustainable underlay

Interfloor ‘Says NO to Waste’

renu® is a game changer. Interfloor’s new underlay meets the concerns of our modern world in reducing waste and being environmentally sustainable.

renu® is a sustainable, recycled carpet underlay and is without question the most sustainable underlay in Interfloor’s long history.

It’s made by bringing together raw materials that we save from going to landfill with some that have a positive effect on the environment.

We have used post-consumer waste, car tyres and plastic bottles in the manufacture of our underlay for many years. But with renu® we have gone even further responding to the aspiration for a fully sustainable product. It’s made from 98% recycled materials, using ethically sourced and genuinely recycled materials, which means keeping waste from going to landfill and is 100% recyclable itself! The main body of the underlay is made of foam reclaimed from recycled soft furnishings, this foam is them mixed with a binding agent and subjected to high temperature steam under high pressure. The backing is made from 100% recycled and unbleached paper and we use vegetable-based inks for printing. The facing film is made from an ethically produced, carbonnegative bio-based film made from sugar cane. The sugar cane actively captures CO2 from the atmosphere whilst at the same time releasing oxygen – making this material not just green, but proactively green. Let’s not forget, the point of underlay is that it feels great and prolongs the life of a new carpet and renu®, being made from highdensity foam and with a thickness of 9mm, is suitable for all areas of the home.

The in-store sales support available to renu® stockists

renu® stockists will be included in the online stockist locator on the Interfloor website.

For more information visit www.interfloor.com/renu

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Flooring factsheet Underlay In a tight market for margins, underlay for carpet and hard 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 customer satisfaction levels. The Carpet Foundation and its Consumer Code of Practice approved by the Trading Standards Institute (TSI) recommend that new carpet underlay is bought with every new carpet.

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Many consumers are now aware of the benefits of underlay but more needs to be done to provide information about the different types available and their suitability for different areas of the home. 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 and foot testers.

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Benefits

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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

PU (polyurethane) foam This is now the market’s most popular underlay and is typically made from recycled foam offcuts. The foam provides excellent comfort and performance levels with lots of thickness options and densities and provides great insulation – and its light weight helps handling.

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.

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Sponge rubber Introduced in the 1950s, this is a more traditionally manufactured underlay 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. 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-floor. 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.

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Underfloor heating underlay Always ask if there is underfloor heating. Most manufacturers offer specialised products. Underlay and carpet with a combined tog rating of 2.5 can be used – which means the underlay would normally have a tog rating of 1.0. Felt This traditional (but environmentally friendly) undelay 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.

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Pre-tackified underlay A self-adhesive single stick underlay in both needlefelt and PU. A removable system for heavy use when comfort is desired. THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

Are you a Wholesaler? If you’re not listed here, please call Diane Martin on 01482 659396

The Stocklists Wholesale Distribution Directory NATIONAL Fells Carpets Leeds 0113 3071900 carl.cummings@fellscarpets.co.uk www.fellscarpets.co.uk

Kellars Limited Darlington - see page 2 0161 443 0970 sales@kellars.co.uk

TCS “The Carpet Specialists” Morecambe 01524 840177 info@tcsthecarpetspecialists.com www.tcsthecarpetspecialists.com

Tradeco Ltd Sheffield - see page 22 0114 4000120 sales@tradeco.uk www.tradeco.uk

MIDLANDS

Xylo Wood Flooring London 020 8368 8122 infouk@xyloflooring.com www.xyloflooring.com NORTH WEST A&A Carpets Manchester 01204 701188 sales@aandacarpets.co.uk www.aandacarpets.co.uk Choice Flooring Manchester - see Floorwise page 89 Fells Carpets Goole 0113 3071900 carl.cummings@fellscarpets.co.uk www.fellscarpets.co.uk Kellars Limited Manchester - see page 2 0161 443 0970 sales@kellars.co.uk Lakes Flooring Supplies Kendal - see Floorwise page 89 Millbrook Carpets Darwen 01254 703999 millbrookcarpets@live.co.uk Preston Underlay Centre Ltd Preston/Lancashire - see Floorwise page 89 EAST Beds Flooring Bedford 01234 341234 sales@bedsflooring.co.uk www.bedsflooring.co.uk Salesmark Ltd St Neots Tel: 01480 212888 sales@salesmark.co.uk www.salesmark.co.uk STS Flooring Distributors Cambridge Tel: 0345 899 1000 sales@stsflooring.co.uk www.stsflooring.co.uk NORTH EAST Fells Carpets Leeds 0113 3071900 carl.cummings@fellscarpets.co.uk www.fellscarpets.co.uk 88

Floorwise (North East)Ltd Birtley - see Floorwise page 89

Birch Distribution Sheffield - see Floorwise page 89 Birch Distribution Leeds - see Floorwise page 89 Birch Distribution Hull - see Floorwise page 89 Cornerstone Flooring Doncaster - see Floorwise page 89 Cornerstone Flooring East Midlands and Warwickshire 01159 444711 sales@cornerstoneflooring.co.uk www.cornerstoneflooring.co.uk DMS Flooring Supplies Northampton 0845 643 5601 dmsnorthampton@ dmsflooringsupplies.co.uk

Salesmark West Ltd Amesbury Tel: 01980 880933 sales@salesmark-west.co.uk www.salesmark.co.uk

Potts & Ward, Woodcocks Ltd Brighton 01273 557211 sales@pwwflooring.com www.pwwflooring.com

Solent Wholesale Carpet West Sussex 01243 774623 sales@solentwholesale.co.uk www.solentwholesale.co.uk

Salesmark Lancing Tel: 01903 750522 sales@salesmark.co.uk www.salesmark.co.uk

SOUTH EAST

Solent Wholesale Carpet West Sussex 01243 774623 sales@solentwholesale.co.uk www.solentwholesale.co.uk

Acorn Carpet Accessories Bromley, Kent - see Floorwise page 89 Ashmount Flooring Supplies Tottenham 0208 808 2158 sales@ashmountflooring.co.uk www.ashmountflooringsupplies.co.uk Ballister London 020 8570 1668 london@ballister.co.uk www.ballister.co.uk Ballister Reading 0118 931 3535 reading@ballister.co.uk www.ballister.co.uk

STS Flooring Distributors Basildon 0345 899 1000 sales@stsflooring.co.uk www.stsflooring.co.uk STS Flooring Distributors Orpington/Croydon 0345 899 1000 sales@stsflooring.co.uk www.stsflooring.co.uk Trade Carpet London Wimbledon 0208 247 3891 sales@tradecarpet.com www.tradecarpet.com

Floorwise D & J Ltd Southam - see Floorwise page 89

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

Matty’s Wholesale Carpets Birmingham 01675 433072 sales@mattys.co.uk

Clifford Floors Strood 01634 285900 sales@clifford.uk.com

Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd Belfast - see Floorwise page 89

STS Flooring Distributors Watford 0345 899 1000 sales@stsflooring.co.uk www.stsflooring.co.uk

Culpeck Strood 01634 299000 sales@culpeck.uk.com

TCS “The Carpet Specialists” Co. Louth 00353 429 351 351 info@tcsthecarpetspecialists.com www.tcsthecarpetspecialists.com

Trade Counter Carpets Leicester 0845 604 3055 tradecountercarpets@gmail.com Woodall Brothers Ltd Shrewsbury - see Floorwise page 89 South West BL Flooring Supplies Bristol - see Floorwise page 89 BL Flooring Supplies Gloucester - see Floorwise page 89 Fitwell Flooring Ltd Redruth - see Floorwise page 89 Fitwell Flooring Ltd Newton Abott - see Floorwise page 89 Flooring Supplies (Wessex) Amesbury 01980 625888 orders@flooringsupplieswessex.co.uk R & M Wholesale Bristol 01179 531222 Tiverton 01884 258266 sales@rmwholesale.co.uk

Columbia Flooring Middlesex 020 8443 3322 sales@columbiaflooring.co.uk www.columbiaflooring.co.uk see page 10 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 Flooring Storage UK Potters Bar 01707 245999 sales@flooringstorage.com www.flooringstorage.com Littner Hampton London 020 8520 8474 littnerhampton@aol.com www.littnerhamptoncarpets.co.uk

IRELAND Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd Dublin - see Floorwise page 89

Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd Limerick - see Floorwise page 89

SCOTLAND Kellars Limited Glasgow- see page 2 0141 647 7685 sales@kellars.co.uk MCD Scotland Uddingston Glasgow 01698 808000 mcdscotland@mcd.co.uk www.mcdscotland.co.uk Neil Smith Ltd Glasgow - see Floorwise page 89 WALES Matty’s Wholesale Carpets Birmingham 01675 433072 sales@mattys.co.uk Floorwise Wales Merthyr Tydfil - see Floorwise page 89

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national distributor network 1 Neil Smith Ltd Glasgow, G4 0TX Tel: 0141 552 1141 sales@neilsmithltd.co.uk 2 Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd Belfast, BT15 3GU Tel: 028 9075 3202 Fax: 028 9075 3901 salesbelfast@pfl.ie 3 Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd Dublin, D12 E540 Tel: 00353 (0)1 626 3913 Fax: 00353 (0)1 460 4669 salesdublin@pfl.ie 4 Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd Limerick, V94 W863 Tel: 00353 (0)61 227 100 Fax: 00353 (0)61 227 000 sales@pfl.ie

20 Fitwell Flooring Ltd Newton Abbot, TQ12 6TR Tel: 01626 835935 sales@fitwell.co.uk 21 Fitwell Flooring Ltd Redruth, TR15 1SS Tel: 01209 214344 sales@fitwell.co.uk

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17 Salesmark West Ltd Amesbury, SP4 7LN Tel: 01980 880933 mail@salesmark-west.co.uk

9 Hathaway Flooring Manchester, M17 1EB Tel: 0161 872 8003 sales@hathawayflooring.com

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12 Woodall Brothers Ltd Shrewsbury, SY1 3JE Tel: 01743 441584 Fax: 01743 441629 sales@woodallbrothers.co.uk

16 BL Flooring Supplies Ltd Bristol, BS2 9SH Tel: 0117 955 5454 Fax: 0117 955 2626 info@blflooring.co.uk

8 Birch Distribution Hull, HU7 0XD Tel: 01482 826654 Fax: 01482 878693 h.sales@birchdistribution.co.uk

19 Salesmark Lancing, BN15 8UN Tel: 01903 750522 Fax: 01903 851111 sales@salesmark-floorwise.co.uk

15 BL Flooring Supplies Ltd Gloucester, GL2 5HY Tel: 01452 223355 Fax: 01452 371284 info@blflooring.co.uk

7 Birch Distribution Leeds, LS10 1AG Tel: 0113 244 4363 Fax: 0113 244 8665 l.sales@birchdistribution.co.uk

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11 Birch Distribution Sheffield, S9 5PH Tel: 0114 243 1230 Fax: 0114 243 5118 s.sales@birchdistribution.co.uk

14 Floorwise Wales Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 4TQ Tel: 01685 374243 sales@floorwise-wales.com

6 Preston Underlay Centre Ltd Preston, PR1 1PN Tel: 01772 556345 sales@pucflooring.co.uk

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18 Acorn Carpet Accessories Bromley, BR2 8NA Tel: 020 8462 0422 Fax: 020 8462 0927 sales@acorncarpetsacc.co.uk

13 Floorwise D & J Ltd Southam, CV47 0DR Tel: 01926 814922 Fax: 01926 817899 sales@fwdj.co.uk

5 Lakes Flooring Supplies Kendal. LA9 5RR Tel: 01539 726500 sales@pucflooring.co.uk

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10 Cornerstone Flooring Doncaster, DN3 3FE Tel: 01302 835117 Fax: 01302 302542 cornerstonefloor@btconnect.com

Flooring factsheet Carpet types

Tufted 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.

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. 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. 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.

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. 90

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Freize – Frieze or frisée (pronounced freesay) 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. 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. 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 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 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. 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 can flatten easily and may lack durability.

Woven 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. 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. 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. THE STOCKLISTS October 2021

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