The Stocklists - August 2013

Stocklistswith5 August 2013 FlooringNews

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

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� carpets/rugs/tiles � woods/laminates/smooths � fibres � underlay � accessories/services/organisations � wholesalers/distributors � adhesives

Carpet Company DirectoryOur line-up of the leading players pages 12-13

Carpet Trouble-shooterAll about stains, spots and shading pages 10-11

Carpet TypesThe starter guide for picking a pile page 5

UnderlayUnderstanding underlay types and selection page 9

Wholesaler Distribution DirectoryNational & regional guide to distributors pages 14-16

Woolsafe: the carpet care guideHow to protect and clean wool carpets pages 6-7

UK manufactured Carpet Cutting MachinesWWW.CARPETCUTTINGMACHINES.CO.UK

FlooringFactsheets

AdhesivesExpertise advice from F Ball page 4

Buying GroupsChoosing the right organisation for you pages 8

Monthly ‘Stocklisters’ shown in BOLD

Index Page Contact Price No No List Date

�ACG 57 01942 825520 —

�ANBO 53 02380 333971 —

�ASSOCIATED WEAVERS 18,19 01422 431100 —

�AXMINSTER 41 01297 33533 —

�BONDWORTH 20 01562 745000 June 2011

� BRITISH WOOL 62 01274 688 666 —

�BROCKWAY CARPETS LTD. 21 01562 828200 Feb 2012

�CARPENTER BC 01457 861141 —

� COLUMBIA FLOORING 22 0208 443 3322 —

�CORMAR — 01204 881234 —

�EARTHWERKS — 07402 746944 —

� F. BALL 4,37 01538 361633 —

� FITA 64 01159 506836 —

� FLOORSKILLS 38 01564 703900 —

� FLOORWISE 16 01509 673974 —

� FURLONG FLOORING 24,25 01772 696787 Nov 2010

�H&V 38 07813 714 498 —

� INTERFLOOR 43,45 01706 213131 —

� JOHN LANHAM WATTS 23 01937 588511 —

�KINGSMEAD — 01827 831424 —

� LANO 51 00800 5266 5266 —

�LEOLINE 34 0800 032 3970 —

�MANX 26 01827 831436 —

�MASTER WEAVERS 27 01562 754382 —

�MERRYFIELD 55 01422 373799 —

�MOHAWK 28 01480 479830 —

�NICF 66 0115 958 3077 —

�NOVOSTRAT — 00353 61 339287 —

�POLYFLOR 59 0161 767 2551 —

�QA 63 0151 427 6000 —

� RACKHAMS 29 020 85319225 —

� RYALUX 39 0161 762 3030 —

� SOLENT WHOLESALE CARPET 30 01243 774623 July/Aug 2013

� STODDARD 65 — —

� STS FLOORING DISTRIBUTORS 31 0845 341000 April 2013

�TELENZO 32 01422 374417 —

� THE FLOORING SHOW 47 01423 779967 —

�WESTON HAMMER 33 0845 644 9090 —

Wool Fibre PageA checklist of natural fibre characteristics page 17

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ISSUE 461: 5 AUGUST 2013

FlooringNews starts on page 35

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

Carpet tiles square upBalta brings new trend to market- page 36

New man at Metro Malcolm Piper appointed Chairman- page 42

Georgian mergedKingsmead moves to sharpen its competitiveness- page 44

Quick-Step makeoverNew TV times for laminates- page 40

Mohawk movesLano confirms deal in Europe- page 44

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

Brintons at Buck HouseRugs by Royal appointment

- page 36

Expertise onlineFoundation’s web launch- page 48

Are you getting I.T.?Are supplier systems working for retailers - page 46

Adhesives

Flooring Factsheet


TUFTED

With advances in manufacturing technology, 95% of all carpet producedtoday is tufted. It takes about an hour to make a roll of carpet thatmight take eight hours to weave. To make tufted carpet, hundreds ofyarn-threaded needles are pushed through the primary backing fabricto 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 asecondary backing is usually glued on for strength and stability. A wide variety of styles and textures can then be created using various techniques.

LOOP PILEBerber • 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 effectunderfoot. These carpets are available in an assortment of colours andmay be flecked and can be either level loop or multilevel loop.

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

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

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

Saxony • Saxony textures are made of twisted yarns, which should beheat set. The tips remain very distinct, rather than blending together toform a very elegant finish. Saxony textures show footprints and vacuummarks so are suitable for more occasional rooms in the home. Moretextured variations improve the practicality of saxonies.

Twist • The popular twist carpet is the cut-pile standard. The yarn istightly twisted and often heatset to retain this feature and the result is aversatile, textured finish that is ideal for plain colours.

Velvet • Velvet textures (sometimes called ‘velour’ or ‘plush’) all have alevel surface pile of approx 5mm to 10mm height, which is thensheared to give a smooth finish. With very little twist in the yarn, the

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 asit 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 toaxminsters – 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 weaveis a loop pile which allows the yarn to be woven across a wider

area to created a flatter, more textured effect.

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

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

Shag pile • Shag pile has varied in popularity. The pile is up to50mm long and the texture is casual and loose but the surfaceflattens easily and lacks durability.

BONDEDBonded carpets (sometimes called ‘fibre-bonded’ or ‘fusion bonded’)are created by firing fibres into an adhesive material – the fibres arenot stitched into the backing in any way. The technique is principallyused for commercial carpet tiles.

Tip Sheared Level Loop

Random Sheared Multi-Level Loop

V

Velvet/Plush Frieze

Twist Berber

S

Saxony Sha

Shag

Flooring factsheet

Carpet types


Flooring factsheetCarpet care guide from WOOLSAFE

Entrance or walk-off matsThe use of entrance mats at all outside entrances tothe house is highly recommended, as they willsignificantly reduce the rate at which the carpet willsoil. They should be of adequate size to allow streetdirt to be removed from shoe soles and must becleaned regularly themselves.

Regular MaintenanceRegular cleaning will extend the life of a carpet andmaintain its appearance. Vacuum clean regularly andthoroughly, which removes gritty dirt that can damagethe fibres.

Deal with spillages as soon as possible,preferably the moment they occur.

Beware of products claiming to be safe on all fibres,including wool. It might be true, but if it does not havethe WOOLSAFE Mark, it is not endorsed by most carpetmanufacturers!

Never use any detergents such as dishwashingliquids, soaps or other cleaners recommended forgeneral household use. Although they may clean thecarpet satisfactorily they will almost certainly causeproblems such as rapid re-soiling, colour bleeding orother damage to the pile or backing of the carpet.

Use only WOOLSAFE approved products

WOOLSAFE-approved carpetcare products have beenindependently andscientifically tested and aresafe and effective forcleaning and maintaining alltypes of carpets and rugs.

Housekeeping Tips for Carpets and Rugs

Services for RetailersCustomer carpet care HELPLINE If you have trouble dealing with customer querieslike “How do I get red wine stains out of my carpet?”Just give them our HELPLINE 01943 850 817and we’ll give them the correct advice. Simple.

Certified Operator NetworkFor experienced, specialist wool carpet cleanersyou can trust visit: www.woolsafe.org/find/a-registered-carpet-cleaner.

WOOLSAFE Registered InspectorsSolve disputes with customers with ourindependent carpet complaint Investigators. Justvisit: www.woolsafe.org/find/a-registered-carpet-inspector and call your nearest inspector.

WOOLSAFEApproved ProductsHave confidence in the cleaning product yourecommend, use the WOOLSAFE ApprovedProducts Directory it contains only safe andeffective carpet cleaning products. For spotremovers visit: www.woolsafe.org/spotremovers

Carpet Care LeafletsWe offer to help you develop custom carpet careliterature and we also offer generic carpet careleaflets designed to be given away with each cut ofcarpet. Correct carpet maintenance shouldstart from day one.

Web pages and Links We offer to help you develop custom carpet carepages for your website or you can link to ourwebsite’s carpet care pages for up-to-date andaccurate advice.

Contact us by email, telephone or post to:

The WOOLSAFE Organisation49 Boroughgate, Otley, LS29 8NRTel: 01943 850817 E-mail: [email protected] or visitwww.woolsafe.org

The WOOLSAFE Organisation – promotingquality carpet and rug care since 1991.

Europe – North America - Australia WOOLSAFE The Retailer's single source solutionfor carpet care advice and services.

Periodic CleaningWhen the carpet or rug reaches a stage where itcould do with a really good clean, you can either dothe job yourself, or you can call in a specialist carpetcleaning company.

If you are considering cleaning the carpet or rugyourself make sure to use only WOOLSAFEapproved products. Look for the WOOLSAFE Markon the bottle or package.

It is best to engage theservices of a professionalcarpet & upholstery cleaningcompany.To get a really expertjob done entrust the work to aWOOLSAFE accredited carpetcleaning company.

These companies are fully trained, have been inbusiness for a considerable length of time, aremembers of one or more recognised professionaltrade associations related to the cleaning industryand have a reputation for top quality service. Andthey use only WOOLSAFE-approved cleaningagents on your wool carpets and rugs!

If you have a problem with a carpet or rugthat requires an independent inspector, a network ofcarpet complaint investigators, trained and registeredby The WOOLSAFE Organisation is availablethroughout the UK and Ireland.

WOOLSAFE Registered Inspectorshave extensive experience ininvestigating the causes for carpetcomplaints based on their practicalinvolvement with carpets and rugsover many years.

They are fully qualified toinvestigate carpet and rug complaints on-site onbehalf of carpet manufacturers, retailers, cleaningcompanies and carpet owners. They can carry out orcommission tests where required, and will providecomprehensive reports.

To contact an inspector in your area call 01943 462127, email: [email protected], orvisit: www.woolsafe.org / Private Householder /Registered Inspectors

The Green WOOLSAFEMark identifies thoseproducts that not onlyare the most suitablefor wool and other qualitycarpets, but also havethe rightenvironmentalcharacteristics.


maintenance • cleaning • spot removal • protection • inspection

The Clean Carpet you Expect... the Service you Deserve

www.servicemasterclean.co.uk

Environmentally Aware forSuperior Carpet Care

www.cleantecinnovation.com

Vacuum Cleaners - the Choice of Cleaning Professionals

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British Wool makes a BetterCarpet... Naturally

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This information is provided with thesupport of WOOLSAFE members for thebenefit of all carpet retailers and fitters.

General Rules for Spot Removal• Soak up liquids with white kitchen roll, tissues, toiletroll or clean cloth

• Scoop up or scrape off solids

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

• Always work from the edge of the spot inwards

• BLOT, do NOT rub

• Use small quantities of spot remover at a time,applied to a cloth, NOT directly to the spot; workinto the spot with a small, soft brush or sponge

• Take care with applying solvents to bitumen-backedcarpet tiles

• When using solvents always ensure there is plenty offresh air ventilation

• Always thoroughly rinse out water-based spotterswith clean water

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

Treatments1. Blot with white kitchen roll or paper tissues

2. Vacuum clean

3. Cold water

4. Warm water

5. WOOLSAFE-approved carpet shampoo solution(diluted)

6. WOOLSAFE-approved spot remover for water-based stains

7. WOOLSAFE-approved spot remover for greasy/oily stains

8. Absorbent paper or paper tissue and hot iron

9. Chewing gum remover (solvent or freeze type)

10. Nail varnish remover or acetone

11. White spirit or turpentine substitute

12. Surgical spirit (ethyl alcohol or ethanol)

13. Rub with a coin

14. Rub gently with coarse sand paper

15. WOOLSAFE-approved disinfectant or deodorizer

16. Rust remover

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

Easy SpotsSpot or stain Try 1st Try 2nd Try 3rd

Blood 5 6 3

Burn/scorch marks 13 14

Butter 7 5

Candle wax 8 7

Chewing gum 9

Chocolate/cocoa 5 7 6

Cola 3 5 6

Cream 7 5

Egg 5 6

Floor wax 7 5

Fruit juice 3 5

Gravy and sauces 5 6

Herbal tea 3 6

Metal polish 5

Mustard 5 6

Oil and grease 7 5

Paint (emulsion) 3 5

Shoe polish 7 5

Tea 3 5 6

More Difficult SpotsSpot or stain Try 1st Try 2nd Try 3rd

Artificially coloured drinks 3 6

Bleach 3 17

C/heating radiator fluid 5 6 16

Coffee 4 6

Felt-tip pen 7 or 11 12 5

Furniture polish 7 5

Glue/adhesive (plastic base) 10 11

Ink (fountain) 3 6 5

Ink (ballpoint pen) 12

Lipstick 7

Milk 4 5 15

Nail varnish 10

Paint (oil) 11

Rust 16

Soot 2 6 5

Tar (asphalt) 7

Urine (fresh stain) 3 5 15

Urine (old stain) 6 15

Vomit 5 6 15

Red wine 1 6

These may require repeated attempts with strongerspot removers. Some stains you may find impossible toremove completely in which case the assistance of aprofessional carpet cleaner is required.

Life inspired cleaning innovationswww.bissell.com

WOOLSAFE ApprovedCarpet Cleaning Productswww.prochem.co.uk


Flooring factsheet

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 memberof the committee

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

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

• Ensure you understand the financial arrangements, anyfees that would relate to your membership, how thebills are paid and whether your fees are refundable if itdoesn’t work out. Ask the buying group for aconsultation to estimate your potential savings

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

• Check out the product ranges offered including theown-label options and the UK/European mix

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

Why join?Buying groups have been a highly successful feature ofthe floor retailing scene in the last decade or so, givingindependents the extra edge they need to competeeffectively with the retail park chains.

More than 1000 retailers are now members of one ofthe several buying groups which operate in our sectorand 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 non-members appears to be centred on fears ofsurrendering some control to a committee – and mostparticularly compromising long-established relationshipsand negotiated terms with current suppliers.

The bottom line is the bottom line. A retailer sellingacross a broad range of products is likely to improvemargins within a buying group – but you don’t need aleap of faith to join up. Ask the buying groups for answers...

Buying Groups

Pick the right onewww.smg-group.co.ukContact: Mike SymondsTel: 0118 932 [email protected]

www.greendalecarpets.co.ukContact: Rob HardingTel: 01432 852000Fax: 01432 852005

[email protected]

Key benefitsIncrease margins

• Group purchases to get beneficial rates• Rebates• Exclusive higher-margin products• Special promotionsOne of the key reasons to join a buying group is tobenefit from the discounts they negotiate as a bulk buyerfrom manufacturers. The way discounts and rebates arepassed on to members varies between groups so makesure it’s absolutely clear how this will be done. You’ll needto work out how this compares with discounts you havealready negotiated locally with preferred suppliers.

Increase sales

• ‘Best of both worlds’ proposition•Wider ranges and exclusive products• POS, displays and merchandising supportYour customers will like the proposition that you areindependent but with the buying power of a group – thisgives them (and you) the ‘best of both worlds’ withpersonal service and competitive pricing. Most groupswill also offer you ‘own label’ ranges and support withpoint-of-sale, merchandising and displays. Centralstockholding may also be on offer.

Access professional services

• Business services• Financial services • IT and internet support•Training and workshops• Professional bodiesSome buying groups offer an excellent range of otherservices which may be valuable to your business. Financialservices include invoice factoring, credit, loans andinsurance. Some of the more sophisticated groupsoffering marketing packages, software systems to helpyou run your business operations and customisedwebsites ready to use. Relationships with professionaland training organisations can also offer discounts.

Network with other independents

• Members-only exhibitions with preferredmanufacturers

• Regular meetings• Regional workshops• Supplier presentations• HelplineA lot of retailers enjoy the buying group environment ofbeing independent but not alone out there on the HighStreet. Groups hold regular meetings and some havetheir own trade shows, regional meetings and workshopsto help you develop your business. The network givesyou someone to call when you need advice on, forexample, an unusual installation, a technical consumercomplaint, legal issue or business dilemma.

www.flooringone.co.ukContact: Glenn HardingTel: 0121 683 1426

[email protected]

Metro Groupwww.carpet1st.co.ukContact: Jill CowardTel: 01204 393539

[email protected]

Associated Carpet Groupwww.smartercarpets.co.ukContact: Richard MooreTel: 01942 825520

[email protected]@smartercarpets.com

www.beautifulflooring.co.ukContact: Paul PhillipsTel: 01892 [email protected]


Flooring factsheet

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 carpetPoor 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 StandardsHow thick? A maximum of 12mm is recommended (working withgripper will be difficult thereafter) but rooms with heavytraffic will need a thinner, denser pad. The combination ofthickness and density is all important as a thick underlaywith low density may not perform well. Typically, thethicker the underlay, the better quality it will need tobe – 11mm is often used for luxury installations with9mm and 7mm the common domestic thickness.

In a tight market for margins, underlay for carpet andlaminate flooring offers retailers one of the bestopportunities to add value to every sale – with goodprofitability, trade-up potential once benefits areunderstood and high satisfaction levels with customers.

But 50% of carpet is still sold without new underlay!

Retailers should create an assumption that new underlayis always required, the only decision is which type. It’salso a good target-setter for sales staff.

Setting up in-store demonstrations so customers canwalk on samples with different grades of underlay andfeel the difference has shown excellent results – somemanufacturers offer point-of-sale units.

Underlay

Sponge rubberThe market’s most popular underlay is available in flat orwaffle patterns in a wide range of weights for differentapplications. It performs well for comfort and has adurable spring retention.

PU (polyurethane) foamPU foam is a relative newcomer to the market, typicallymade from recycled foam offcuts. The foam providesexcellent comfort and performance levels with lots ofthickness options and densities – and its light weight helpshandling. The product can be re-cycled again after use.

Crumb rubberFlat and dense, crumb rubber is good for heavy footfall - offering maximum protection but a little less comfort(and very good over stair nosings).

Laminate underlayThere’s still an opportunity to sell underlay with laminateflooring, improving the acoustic performance of the floorand helping the boards float above any imperfections inthe sub-surface.

CombinationA rubber crumb base with a felt top layer offers a goodcombination of protection, durability and comfort. It alsoallows carpet with seaming to bed into the top felt.

Underfloor heating underlayAlways ask if there is underfloor heating. Most manufacturersoffer specialised products. Underlay and carpet with acombined tog rating up to 2.5 can be used – which meansthe underlay would normally have a tog rating of 1.0.

FeltThis traditional (but environmentally friendly) underlay ismade from recycled fibres – wool, jute and synthetic – tocreate a firm, dense pad with excellent thermal insulation.Still a very popular choice among contractors whenstretch fitting woven carpets.

Pre-tackified underlayA self-adhesive single stick underlay in both needlefeltand PU. A removable system for heavy use when comfortis desired.

Benefitswww.numa-online.co.uk

www.underlay.com

www.interfloor.com

www.interfloor.com

www.carpenter.limited.uk

www.floorwise.co.uk

Types

Sponge rubber Crumb

Combination PU foam


COLOUR MATCHINGCarpets are produced in batches - known as creels- and usually each batch produces between 500m2

- 3000m2 in a single width, depending on the creelsize. Whilst the recipe used by the dyer remainsconstant, and is followed to the letter, in each separate production the colourreproduction will vary from batch to batch.However production is matched back to theoriginal or master sample to ensure that thecolour remains ‘within a commercial tolerance’.

This process if not an exact science and acommercial tolerance is subjective butnevertheless is usually the professional judgementof the head dyer based on his/her experience.

A greater level of tolerance is required on blendedcolours (Heathers etc). To ensure perfect colourmatching it is advisable that a single width be usedin any installation requiring exact colour matching.

N.B. Carpets which are laid with the pile travellingin different directions, even though they be fromthe same batch will appear not to match.

For further information please check with themanufacturers recommendations.

SAMPLESThe samples held by individual retailers may not befrom the same batch as current production andtherefore should be used as a guide and not anexact colour match.

SHEDDINGAll cut pile carpets will lose short fibre, which iscreated during production when spun yarn is cutfor tuft formation. These fibres fall onto thesurface of the pile and appear as ‘fluff ’.

The effect varies with yarn type and may beremoved without detrimental effect upon thecarpet by vacuum cleaning. This excess fibre is onlya small fraction of the total fibre contained in thecarpet.

PULLED LOOPSPulled loops occur only in looped pile carpetwhere one or more loops in the continuous pile ispulled through the primary backing of the carpet.This is usually due to some local condition,possibly some sharp object which has caught in aloop in situ and has resulted in a pull. Pulled loopsare easily dealt with by trimming the offending endlevel with the rest of the pile. They should not beleft as this could result in further loops being pulledand developing into a ladder.

SPROUTINGOccasionally an odd tuft or two can work its wayto 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 tuftinstead of V shaped. Remedial action merelyrequires that the offending tufts be scissortrimmed level with the rest of the pile. They shouldnever be pulled out.

SHADINGShading occurs because the pile of the carpet hasbecome crushed, flattened or brushed in a differentdirection to the natural lie of the pile whilst in situ.This causes light reflection at differing anglesresulting in the creation of light and dark patcheson the carpet. This will occur on all pile fabrics butcan be more noticeable on plainer carpets becausethe shadows created by pile pressure will not bedisguised by a heavy pattern or design.

STATICCarpets do not produce static but like otherhousehold fabrics and objects have the capacity tostore it. Static is caused by the build up of staticelectricity upon personnel in a dry environmentand is discharged when a person makes contactwith an object which can conduct electricity (i.e.door handle or filing cabinets, etc).

The static charges will vary in intensity dependingupon the individual, air humidity and the contactmaterials. Static is more usually associated withsynthetic materials as they do not retain moisturevery well but it can and does occur with wool invery dry room conditions.

Preventative measures include the introduction ofmoisture into the room or in situ carpettreatment.

FADING ON WOOLCarpets made from wool can and do fade in use.The degree of fade can vary depending on thecolour chosen and the local conditions to whichthe carpet is subjected.

Fading can be caused by exposure to ultra violetlight which is found in daylight, but is acceleratedwhen sunlight shines directly onto the carpet. Thishas the effect of lightening or “Bleaching” thecolour just as exposure to sunlight will lightenhuman hair. Wool is after all animal hair.

Protection should be given to carpets exposed tosuch conditions just as you would protect otherfurniture or fabrics.

A complaint on fading would be consideredjustified if it failed to meet the required shadestandard when tested to the British StandardBS1006 (1990).

This information is given by

responsible manufacturers

to help you help your

customer to make

an informed choice.

The original carpet tile

Flooring factsheetCarpet trouble-shooter • shedding • pulled loops


PILE REVERSAL(SEE SHADING)

Like shading, this occurs when the pile or nap of thecarpet changes direction and thus reflects light atdifferent angles showing the effects of shading whichcan become permanent. It is also described as‘watermarking’. This can happen to every carpetconstruction be it Axminster, Wilton, Tufted, HandWoven, Persian, Chinese, Indian or even CoirMatting. Like shading it can be more apparent onplain carpet because heavy patterns can disguise theeffects. It can occur quite quickly after installation.A tremendous amount of research has been carriedout over many years by many institutes todetermine the cause of this phenomenon but none of it has proved conclusive. There is nocommonly known manufacturing process which cancause or cure this phenomenon and therefore it is not a manufacturing fault. For furtherinformation please check with individualmanufacturers recommendations.

INDENTATIONSWhen a carpet is subjected to a heavy point load,such as under the legs of furniture, it isunreasonable to expect the carpet not to indent.Usually, the longer the load is in place, the longerwill be the time for the pile to recover. In the caseof 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 pileof the carpet that becomes indented. the underlaywill also indent and the backing of the carpet mayalso distort into the indentation in the underlay.Some underlay’s will recover well and some lesswell depending upon their composition, thickness,density etc.

The use of cups below furniture legs can spread theload and the net result is a larger area of less deeplyindented carpet.

The ability of a carpet to recover from a heavystatic load can be measured in the laboratory, usingthe test method described in BS 4939 and manymanufacturers will have data on this aspect ofcarpet performance. In this test the carpet isloaded for 24 hours and the degree of recovery ismeasured after 1 hour and 24 hours. Since thereare so many different underlay’s however, it is veryrare for the recovery from a heavy static load to beevaluated on carpet and underlay.

Often normal maintenance (vacuum cleaning witha rotating brush machine) will speed up recoverybut in the case of serious indentations the use ofan iron and damp cloth or a steam iron togetherwith a blunt darning needle to carefully tease up thepile can be beneficial. Care must be take not toover wet the carpet, of course.

FLATTENINGFlattening will occur as a result of traffic whicheventually flattens the pile particularly in the mainareas of use. All pile fabrics will flatten to greater orlesser degree dependant on the amount of trafficto which it is subjected and the construction (tuft density/pile fibre/height/weight) of the productconcerned.

SOILINGSoiling is usually the result of some local conditionto which the carpet has been subjected to, ormaintenance, or lack of maintenance programme.There is nothing we as manufacturers can do toprevent soiling in use. There are several types ofsoiling which are quite common:

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

Shampoo - if incorrectly applied, can leave stickysoap residues in the fibres which can result in thesoiling reappearing quite rapidly.

Dust - which is carried on draughts can soilcarpets in various ways, apart from the obvioussoiled edges, at gaping skirting boards for instance,dark lines appearing on surface might suggestairborne dust vacuum-drawn through poorly fittedfloorboards. Sometimes the shape of floorboardscan be seen quite clearly. Air borne dust sometimesshows itself as spots on the carpet, this is due tothe air carried on a draught under the carpetescaping through minute holes both in the underlay and the carpet, leaving dust deposited on the pile much like a filter action. In suchinstallations, the use of a lining paper is essential as a preventative measure.

It is the responsibility of the retailer to advise theconsumer when the carpet is measured of anypoorly fitting doors, skirtings, or floorboards andthe consumers responsibility to ensure anyremedial work to seal draughts, is carried outbefore the carpet is fitted, if a resulting complaint isto be avoided.

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

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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 01422 330261

Axwoven Carpets Ltd Ax Be 0121 550 5788

Axminster Carpets Ltd Ax Be Tw 01297 32244

Bajong Carpets NV Tu Tw W +32 56783250

Balta Industries Tu Tw W Ww +32 56 62 2211

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

Belvedere Carpets Tu W 020 8800 [email protected]

Betap Tufting BV Tu Tw W +31 383 861 060

BIC Carpets Be Tw W +32 56 23 54 10

Bizspoke Custom Carpets Be Tw W 01924 488882

Blenheim Carpets Ax Be Tw W Ww 020 7823 3040

BMK 0113 380 5333

Bond Worth Ltd Ax 01562 745000

Brintons Ax Tu Tw W Ww 0800 505055

Brockway Carpets Ltd Tw W 01562 [email protected] www.brockway.co.uk

Bronte Carpets Ltd Be Tu Tw W 01282 862 [email protected] www.brontecarpets.co.uk

Burmatex Tu 01924 262525

Cavalier Carpets Ltd Ax Be Tu Tw W Ww 01254 268000

Christy Carpets Tu 019078 308777

Clarendon Carpets Tw 01675 433066

Classis Carpets Tu W Ww 0870 020 1725

Condor Carpets BV Tu +31 38 4778911

Cormar Carpets Ltd Tu Tw W 01204 881 [email protected] www.cormarcarpets.co.uk

Couristan Carpets Ax Tu W Ww 800 223 6186

Craigie Carpets Be 01294 558400

Creative Carpets Ltd Be Tu Tw W 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

Domo Floorcovering Pr Tu Tw +32 55 335211

Drury Lane Carpets Ltd Be Tu Tw W 01254 296829

E & WE Carpets W 01562 825952

Edel Telenzo Carpets Ltd Tu Tw W 01422 374 [email protected] www.edeltelenzocarpets.co.uk

Enterprise Weaving Co Be Ww 01562 745030

Fells Carpets Ww 01977 [email protected] www.fellscarpets.co.uk

Fetcham Furnishings Ltd Tw 020 8944 6220

Fletco Taepper A/S Tu W +45 96 60 3000

Firth Carpets & Flooring Be Pr Tu Tw W Ww 01484 721529

Furlong Flooring Tw W 01772 696 [email protected] www.furlongflooring.co.uk

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Gaskell Wool Rich Tu Tw W 01827 831525

Gaskell Mackay Carpets Ltd Ax Tu Tw W 01429 892525

Georgian Carpets Tu Tw W 01827 831430

Godfrey Hirst (GB) Ltd Tu 0800 526696

Halbmond Teppichwerke Be Pr Tu +49 037 421 420

Heckmondwike FB 01924 410544

ITC Be Pr Tw Tu 0032 51 424 411

John Lanham Watts Carpets Ax Tw Ww 01937 588511

John Evans Ltd Ax Tu Tw W 07850 935301

Joseph Hamilton & Seaton W 01827 831400

Kingsmead Carpets Tu Tw W 01827 831 424

Lano NV Ax Pr Tu Tw W Ww +32 56 65 [email protected] www.lano.com

Le Tissage d'Arcade Ax Ww +32 05685 4747

Lecaflor Ltd Ax Be Pr Tu Tw W Ww 0800 78 33 712

Leigh Spinners Ltd Tw 01942 673232

Louis de Poortere W +32 56 393 386

Lusotufo Tu 01388 664101

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

Modulyss Be Tu Tw Pr +32 52 457211

Mohawk Europe 01480 [email protected] 01480 471304www.mohawkinternational.com

Mr Tomkinson Tw Ww 01827 831 450

Ossfloor UK 01675 433031

Penthouse Carpets Tu Tw W 01706 341231

Phoenox Textiles Pr Tu 01484 863227

Pownall CarpetsTw W 0845 6528811

Roger Vanden Berghe.NV Tu Ww +32 56 73 57 11

Ryalux Carpets Ltd Be Tu Tw W 0845 652 8811

Sans Frontieres Ltd Be Pr Tu Tw W Ww 0844 5611977

Shaw Home Foundations Tu 01675 433 501

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

The Wilton Carpet Co Ax W Ww 0845 296 8850

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 08700 104484

Westex Carpets Tu 01274 861334

Weston Hammer W 0845 644 9090

Whitestone Weavers Ltd Ax Be Tu Tw W Ww 01429 892555

Wilkies Carpets Tw 0113 307 9955

Woodward Grosvenor Ax Tu Tw W Ww 0800 526696

Wool Classics Tu Ww 0207 349 1560

Woven Carpets of Kidderminster W 01299 827477

Bronte’s Cream Shagpile Cormar’s Berwick Wellington Stripe from Ulster

KEY TO CODES:Be: Bespoke • Pr: Printed • Tu: Tufted • Tw: Twist • W: Wool • Ww: Woven Wilton

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The StocklistsWholesale Distribution DirectoryNationalMercadoLeeds0113 [email protected]

Fells CarpetsGoole01977 [email protected]

North EastCarpet & Flooring Gateshead0191 482 [email protected]


Floorwise (North East) Ltd Birtley - see Floorwise p16

Vanguard CarpetsRedditch0845 601 1189customerservices.redditch@carpetandflooring.co.ukwww.vanguardcarpets.co.uk

Wood Floor SalesRedditch01527 511888help.redditch@carpetandflooring.co.ukwww.woodfloorsales.com

North West A&A CarpetsManchester01204 [email protected]

D. M. Miller LtdManchester0161 205 [email protected]


Green Tree DistributionStone, Staffordshire01785 [email protected]

Lee Floorstok LtdLiverpool - see Floorwise p16

Lee Floorstok LtdManchester - see Floorwise p16

MCA Floorwise LtdMorecambe - see Floorwise p16

Millbrook CarpetsDarwen01254 [email protected]


Carpet & FlooringManchester0161 786 6800manchester@carpetandflooring.co.ukwww.carpetandflooring.co.uk


MidlandsCarpet & Flooring Birmingham0121 421 9131birmingham@carpetandflooring.co.ukwww.carpetandflooring.co.uk

DMS Flooring SuppliesNorthampton0845 643 [email protected]

Floorwise D & J LtdSoutham - see Floorwise p16

Green Tree DistributionStone, Staffordshire01785 [email protected]

J J Wholesale & Distribution LtdBirmingham0121 765 [email protected]

STS Flooring DistributorsWatford08454 342000

[email protected]

www.stsflooring.com

see page 30 for details



Woodall Brothers Ltd Shrewsbury - see Floorwise p16

EastBeds FlooringBedford01234 [email protected] www.bedsflooring.co.uk

Faithfull FloorcoveringSuffolk01473 [email protected]

STS Flooring Distributors LtdCambridgeTel: 01954 [email protected] page 31 for details



South EastAcorn Carpet AccessoriesBromley, Kent - see Floorwise p16

Ashmount Flooring SuppliesLtd Tottenham0208 808 [email protected]

Beds FlooringBedford01234 [email protected] www.bedsflooring.co.uk

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The StocklistsWholesale Distribution DirectoryCarpet & FlooringBow020 8525 [email protected]

Carpet & Flooring Camberley01276 672100camberley@carpetandflooring.co.ukwww.carpetandflooring.co.uk

Clifford Floors Strood01634 [email protected]

Culpeck Strood01634 [email protected] .com

Columbia FlooringMiddlesex020 8443 [email protected] page 22 for details

DMS Flooring SuppliesHemel Hempstead0845 643 [email protected]

DMS Flooring SuppliesMilton Keynes0845 643 [email protected]

Faithfulls Service CentreKent01322 285001

Faithfulls Service CentreWalthamstow0208 498 [email protected]

Faithfull FloorcoveringSuffolk01473 [email protected]

Kent Flooring Supplies LtdChatham01634 [email protected]

Littner HamptonLondon020 8520 [email protected]

Potts & Ward, Woodcocks LtdBrighton01273 [email protected]

RackhamsLondon020 8531 [email protected] page 29 for details

Salesmark Lancing - see Floorwise p16

Solent Wholesale CarpetWest Sussex01243 [email protected] page 30 for details

STS Flooring Distributors Orpington/Croydon0845 434 [email protected] page 31 for details



South West Carpet & Flooring Bristol0117 316 [email protected]

Fitwell Flooring Ltd Redruth - see Floorwise p16

Fitwell Flooring LtdNewton Abott - see Floorwise p16

Solent Wholesale CarpetWest Sussex01243 [email protected] page 30 for details

STS Flooring DistributorsThame (Oxford)01844 [email protected] page 31 for details



ScotlandCarpet & FlooringGlasgow0141 427 [email protected]

Headlam Scotland North Lanarkshire01698 831 [email protected]

Neil Smith Ltd Glasgow - see Floorwise p16

WalesCarpet & Flooring Bristol0117 316 [email protected]



IrelandProvincial Floorcoverings LtdDublin - see Floorwise p16

Provincial Floorcoverings LtdBelfast - see Floorwise p16

Provincial Floorcoverings LtdLimerick - see Floorwise p16

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Acorn Carpet Accessories 14Bromley, KentTel: 020 8462 0422 Fax: 020 8462 0927

Fitwell Flooring Ltd 18Redruth, CornwallTel: 01209 214344 Fax: 01209 211162

Fitwell Flooring Ltd 17Newton Abbot, DevonTel: 01626 835935 Fax: 01626 834334

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

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

Lee Floorstok Ltd 6 LiverpoolTel: 0151 708 7420 Fax: 0151 708 7241

Lee Floorstok Ltd 5ManchesterTel: 0161 231 8080 Fax: 0161 231 8787

MCA Floorwise Ltd 4Morecambe, LancashireTel: 01524 33517 Fax: 01524 381852

Mytton Flooring 12Norwich, NorfolkTel: 01603 624387 Fax: 01603 612888

Neil Smith Ltd 1GlasgowTel: 0141 552 1141 Fax: 0141 552 0623

Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd 2 BelfastTel: 028 9075 3202Fax: 028 9075 3901

Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd 7Dublin 10Tel: 00353 (0)1 626 3913Fax: 00353 (0)1 626 3960LoCall: 1850 445 746 (ROI)

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

Roma Flooring 13Neath, West GlamorganTel: 01639 633001 Fax: 01639 646116

RPS Flooring 9Mansfield Woodhouse,NottinghamshireTel: 01623 624198 Fax: 01623 620931

Salesmark 15Lancing, West SussexTel: 01903 750522 Fax: 01903 851111

Wessex Flooring 16Amesbury, WiltshireTel: 01980 625888 Fax: 01980 676969

Woodall Brothers Ltd 10Shrewsbury, ShropshireTel: 01743 441584 Fax: 01743 441629

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THE BEST CARPET WOOL

Wool carpets have a historic reputation for quality because as a fibreit is known to withstand pressure and have excellent appearanceretention properties. The best wool for carpet production is ‘strong’wool and this is grown on sheep breeds found in Britain and NewZealand. Most carpets will contain both British Wool and NewZealand Wool because British Wool is more bulky and resilient andoffers texture and unique heathery shades to carpet, whilst NewZealand wool is softer and whiter and particularly good for plain,lighter shaded ranges. Combining the two within a blend for carpetyarn gives manufacturers the perfect qualities for carpet.

100% wool or 80/20 – 80/10/10 wool richWool has yet to be matched by any man-made fibre; it has superiorstrength and does not need other fibres to improve its performance.However manufacturers choose to use synthetic fibres within theyarn blend for a number of reasons. These include fibre flexibility,dyeing, heat setting, stain resistance, durability and cost. These woolrich compositions offer industry standard carpets which will performwell in the home.

Flooring factsheetWool fibre

THE BENEFITS OF WOOL CARPET

PracticalStrong and Resilient – Wool carpet will provide superior performanceover many years as it can offer unique resilience and long lasting durability.The natural crimp of wool offers valuable ‘bounce-back’ so that pilecompression is resisted and the effects of tracking and shading arereduced – maintaining good appearance over many years.

Easy care – Wool is a natural fibre that has an inbuilt resistance to soilingdue to its natural oils and its outer surface of microscopic scales and as aresult additional anti-soil treatments are not necessary. Simply vacuumingthe carpet will keep it looking good and whilst wool initially repels spills,prompt and complete blotting with white paper towels or an absorbentcloth is advised and will address many household spillages.

ComfortSoft and Warm – Wool carpet adds luxurious underfoot comfort andwarmth to the home and acts as an insulator improving heat retention andenergy efficiency.

Peace and Quiet – Wool carpet absorbs sound and cushions the homeagainst echo and room to room noise transfer.

SafetyFire Retardant – Wool is naturally fire resistant, has a slow ignition rateand tests show that it is self extinguishing within seconds. It meets manysafety regulations without additional treatments and is favoured in contractlocations for this reason.

Fall Friendly – Carpet cushions and so provides a softer floor whichprotects against serious injury in falls by the very young or the elderly.

Internal EnvironmentIndoor Environment – As a natural ‘smart’ fibre with a complex physicaland chemical structure, wool helps to create a balanced atmosphere in thehome. It breathes and absorbs humidity in the air, releasing it when theatmosphere becomes dry and helps improve air quality by absorbingairborne toxins in indoor air.

Anti–allergy – The minute scales on the fibre’s surface will hold fine dustuntil vacuumed which helps to reduce floating particulate in theatmosphere. Wool does not give off harmful emissions or promote thegrowth of bacteria and wool is not a food source for dust mites.

Eco/Environmental Natural and Sustainable – Grown on sheep, which graze freely, wool isboth 100% natural and fully sustainable. As shearing is a necessary part ofanimal husbandry this means that every year there is a fresh supply ofwool available for the carpet manufacturing industry.

Energy Efficient – Wool is energy efficient in the home and also in carpetproduction.

Biodegradable – Wool fibre is biodegradable in soil and will producenitrogen, sulphur, carbon dioxide and water which are all plant nutrients.

Environmentally Assessed – Wool is an environmentally responsible fibrethat has been measured in terms of its ecological impact. A Life CycleAnalysis study carried out by Leeds University to ISO 14040 standard forBritish Wool concludes that it compares favourably when measuredagainst man-made fibres.

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Associated Weavers are continuing to develop

it’s StainAway brand with three exciting new

ranges. Market share of the StainAway brand is

increasing with investment in new innovative

yarns. Responding to the current trend for

softness but still maintaining durability and

performance. Sophistication 70oz, Promenade

45oz and Bellaire 30oz are the latest additions.

Each range has 10 fashionable colours, giving the

consumer a choice on price and the opportunity

to choose a 20 year, 15 year or 10 year StainAway

warranty. Contact your Associated Weavers

sales manager today for the new Sophistication

lecturn and pattern book for ‘at home’ selection.

New for Summer 2013Add a touch of luxury with our new additions to theStainAway Collection. These easy care carpet rangesare available Multi-Width 2, 3, 4, & 5 metre wide.

Next Day Sampling ServiceAvailable on all ranges for Associated Weavers direct accounts

• Next day delivery by 1st class post on all orders received by 3.00 pm.• Up to four 10cm x 10cm samples are labelled with your range name

and colour.• Details of your store are sent with the samples for the customer

to return and make a purchase.• Helping your customer select their carpet and match fabrics,

paint and wallcoverings.

Please use the following contact details:Email: [email protected]: 01422 431107

NEXT DAY SERVICE

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A luxurious saxony carpet

Sophistication

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

have high expectations. The instore display will keep this collection at the front

of what the consumers are wanting right now.

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John Lanham Watts Carpets LtdWool Loft House, Sandbeck Way, Wetherby. LS22 7DNEmail: [email protected] Web: www.jlwcarpets.com

Tel: 01937 588511 Fax: 01937 588557

An R-Griffith Company

RepresentationYorkshire, Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire Mr S Fletcher07831 818989

Lancashire, Cheshire,Merseyside, GreaterManchester, Derbyshire and North Wales Mr A Powell07540 112998

West Midlands,Leicestershire, Warwickshire,Hereford &Worcester,Staffordshire, Shropshire and Powys Mr S Campbell07921 439419

Cleveland, Durham, Tyne & Wear,Northumberland & CumbriaMr R Conway07967 721529

South Wales, Avon & Gloucestershire Mr P Thomas07850 934849

Berkshire, Bedfordshire,Buckinghamshire,Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire& NorthamptonshirePeter Lawrence 07802 422810

Cornwall, Devon, Somerset,Dorset and WiltshireMr A Owen07971 362087

Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex,CambridgeshireMr J Hart 07889 264466

Northern IrelandMr Matt Mckillen07732 263678

Republic of IrelandMr A M Dunne00 353 872593060

John Lanham Watts Current RangesCastle Howard 4m 10 Row Axminster Richmond Court 4m 10 Row AxminsterKirkham Abbey 4m 9 Row AxminsterBayton House 4m 9 Row AxminsterBedale 4m 8 Row AxminsterDuchy 4m 8 Row AxminsterDuncombe Park 3.66m 9 Row AxminsterRaby Park 3.66m 7 Row AxminsterMoortown 3.66m 8 Row Axminster Rolls OnlyHarrogate Velvet 4m Velvet 100+ ColoursWool Loft Velvet 4m & 5mWool Loft Weave 4m & 5m Chunky Wool LoopWool Loft Designer 4m & 5m Quality 80/20 Twist

Goodacre Current RangesLakeland Tones 3.66m 8.5 Row AxminsterLakeland Charm 3.66m 8.5 Row AxminsterLakeland Heathers 3.66m 8.5 Row AxminsterNaturally Herdwick 3.66m 9 Row AxminsterRoyal Coniston 3.66m 7 Row AxminsterRoyal Cumberland 3.66m 8 Row AxminsterRoyal Kendal 3.66m 9.5 Row Axminster

BESPOKE CARPETSJohn Lanham Watts carpets would be happyto submit a price for any bespoke carpetproject. We can provide a completelybespoke Axminster in terms of any designand any colour from as little as 100sqm. We are also happy to price for anyhand tufted requirement. We can help youwith design work and can prepare Kibbytrials for your consumer’s consideration.

We also have stock of MoortownContract Rated Axminster (picturedabove) for where timing and budgets areconstrained.

Please contact us at [email protected]

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

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

See more on our website at

www.jlwcarpets.com


BEN THOMASM: 07794 048809 MID & WEST [email protected]

JASON BRIMBLEM: 07794 041266 AVON & [email protected]

TIM BAILEY M: 07794 048414 S.E. WALES & [email protected]

STEWART WAITHMAN M: 07794 048413 DEVON & [email protected]

Preston Sales tel: 01772 696787 fax: 01772 311921Newport Salestel: 01633 283959 fax: 01633 275454London Salestel: 01322 628707 fax: 01322 [email protected]

The most colourfullaunch of 2013A stunning new luxury carpet with engineeringexcellence for the finest finish, 20 superb colours,dazzling performance and ground-breaking3D POS graphics - see page 45 for details!

Yorkshire& NorthEast

Wales &SouthWest

BOB CHRISTIE M: 07980 786264 MERSEYSIDE, WIRRAL & N. [email protected]

ALAN CHEETHAMM: 07966 263571 GREATER [email protected]

CRAIG MELLINGM: 07970 269730 CUMBRIA, CHESHIRE & FYLDE [email protected]

DES BEST M: 07968 828516 NORTH EAST/EAST [email protected]

REG SYKES M: 07973 403450SOUTH [email protected]

RAY ANDREW M: 07973 719801 EAST LANCS/[email protected]

NorthWest

ALBERTBARKSHIRE & [email protected]


Scotland

SouthEast JOHN AKIEN

M: 07791 891024 S.W LONDON, SURREY (INS. M25)[email protected]

TONY CONWAY M: 07791 891025 BEDS,NORTHANTS, OXON & [email protected]

PAUL LOVELL M: 07816 217549 NORFOLK, SUFFOLK & [email protected]

PETER FLETCHER M: 07816 217561 HAMPSHIRE,DORSET & SURREY (OUTSIDE M25)[email protected]

DAREN STEDMAN M: 07816 217548 N, N W & E LONDON, [email protected]

London

COLIN RICHFORDM: 07970 163372 WEST [email protected]

ALAN CAIRNIEM: 07976 311434 EAST [email protected]

CHRIS ALLCOCKM: 07872 964685NOTTS, DERBYSHIRE & [email protected]

MIKE SHUTTM: 07970 158594 BIRMINGHAM/STAFFORDSHIRE, [email protected]

MARTYN REAM: 07968 324598 LEICESTER/[email protected]

DARREN SPENDIFF M: 07791 890861 [email protected]

IAN COLLACOTT M: 07816 217550 MIDDLESEX, W. LONDON, [email protected]

RAYMOND SMITH M: 07816 217565 [email protected]

Midlands

Seeing is believing...Find your rep here andask him to show youOpulence right now!

IAN ROBERTSON M: 07816 217563 E & WEST [email protected]


Sandhurst RangeThe Wilton Sandhurst range is woven with 24 beautifuland modern colours. This plain twist is a great choice forboth domestic and commercial markets.

Introducing the UK’s newest weaver, now open inKidderminster with high levels of stock for rapid delivery.

Modern carpets manufactured using traditional values

Contrast RangeA cut and loop range weighing in at 47oz comes in 6 modernand exclusive colours. Unique contrast pattern provides thisWilton range with a vibrant and strong presence.

Honeycomb RangeThis cut and loop range features in 6 natural and warmcolours. Made out of 100% new wool, the bee hive typeof texture our Honeycomb range adds additional warmth.

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

Marble Planet RangeThis range is made of 80% new wool and 20% nylon andis ideal for commercial and heavy domestic use. Itfeatures 8 strong and passionate colours.

Seascape Surf RangeOur Wilton Seascape Surf range features 6 colours and ismade out of 100% New Wool, ideal for commercial aswell as domestic markets.

Baroque Cameo RangeWith the 10 strong commercial colours, the medallion patternin combination with pindots makes this range ideal forballrooms, function rooms and public areas.

Baroque Pindot RangeThe traditional pindot pattern makes this range ideal for hotelrooms and receptions. Weighing in at 40oz our Baroque Pindotrange, this Axminster range has 10 strong commercial colours.

Trellis RangeThe range features 8 soft and natural colours whichmakes it extremely pleasant and warm. Made in 80%New Wool and 20% Nylon for the commercial market.

Tartan RangeMasterWeaver AxminsterTartan range features 6 modernand vibrant colours, combining traditional Tartan designwith modern and vibrant colours.

Tel: +44 (0) 1562 754382Fax: +44 (0) 1562 861 074Sales: [email protected]: [email protected]

www.masterweaver.co.uk

MasterWeaver LTD. Stourport Road, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DYl17QL. England

• Wilton Hardtwist Cut Pile • 80% New Wool, 20% Nylon, 1458 g/m2 • 4m • Extra Heavy Wear

• Wilton Cut & Loop Pile • 100% New Wool, 1594 g/m2 • 4m • Extra Heavy Wear/Heavy Commercial

• Wilton Cut &Loop Pile • 100% New Wool, 1187 g/m2 • 4m • Heavy Wear/Medium Commercial

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

• Axminster Cut Pile • 80% New Wool, 20% Nylon, 1255 g/m2 • 3.66m • Very HeavyWear/Medium Commercial

• Wilton Cut Pile • 100% New Wool, 1246 g/m2 • 4m • Very HeavyWear/Medium Commercial

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

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AREA MANAGERS -NORTHERN Dave Lowman 07500 847758North/East London, Beds, Bucks, Herts,Middlesex, Northants, Warwickshire,Wiltshire, Gloucestershire

Phaedra Duncan 07738 329714Berkshire, Oxfordshire

Steve Osman 07919 128401Essex, Cambs, Suffolk, Norfolk

AREA MANAGERS -SOUTHERNMirka Mihulcova 07500 847566South/West London, W Sussex, Berks, Hants, Surrey

Vicky Langley 07962 646847Surrey, W Sussex, Hants, South/West London

Paul Jeffery 07717 218024South/East London, Kent, E Sussex


OUR SALES TEAMGreater London as far as N. Circularon north side of Thames and as faras M25 on south side, Surrey,Middlesex, Sussex, KentJohn A ConstableT: 01622 685397 M: 07836 734322E: [email protected] & North Lincs John AlsopT: 01904 762471 M: 07860 572220E: [email protected], Cornwall, Somerset, DorsetBrendan Hart M: 07850 130221E: [email protected], Leics, Northants, Notts, Derbyshire, North East Jim Osborne M: 07738 642934E: [email protected] Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks,OxfordshireNiall Martin M: 07866 735772 E: [email protected] Wales, Bristol,Gloucestershire, Wiltshire Andrew Jefferies M: 07831 457102E: [email protected], Cumbria & Isle of ManJohn Rostron M: 07973 733208E: [email protected] Anglia, Bedfordshire, Cambs,Essex, Herts, Norfolk, SuffolkJonathan Hart T: 01621 817992 M: 07889 264466 E: [email protected] MidlandsPaul BrewerT: 0121 4277117 M: 07798 745181E: [email protected] Manchester, Cheshire, North Wales Philip HambletonT: 01925 740050 M: 07966 397676E: [email protected] TindalT: 01436 671421 M: 07836 705620E: [email protected] Islands, Isle of Wight John Eastlake T: 01323 896141 M: 07885 398858E: [email protected] Ireland Gary O’Boyle M: 07831 220675E: [email protected] of Ireland Larry White M: 00353862594126E: [email protected]

Tel: 01422 374417 or 01422 371226 Fax: 01422 377452 Email: [email protected] Unit B7 Warhurst Road, Lowfields Business Park, Elland, W. Yorkshire HX5 9DF

YOUR HEAD OFFICETEAM CONTACTS Chief Executive Phil Hartley M: 07711 407820E: [email protected]

Operations Manager: Lesley Inman M: 07703 337989 E: [email protected]

Our sales team has had a busy few weeks,visiting all our customers to update tombolasand pattern books and bring everyone up tospeed on our new ranges. Hopefully everyone isnow primed and ready to sell with confidencethe new Hammersmith broad stripe, new coloursin Centrepoint, Mainline, Bakerloo and Piccadillyand the superb new 3ply structured loop,Mayfair. We think these are great additions toour portfolio and build on our reputation formaking some of the best quality, structured loopcarpets in the market. Our aim is always tosupply carpets that perform, are problem free,look great and offer excellent value for money.

If you need any further information on these orany of our ranges, please contact your local salesrepresentative/agent or the office.

Primed and ready

We’re very pleased with our new showroom area at our new offices in Elland,which we have recently finished refurbishing.

We’ve kept it clean and stylish, in keeping with our overall attitude towards style and quality.Our qualities are neatly featured on a fabulous wall display – which looks more like a great pieceof modern art than a selection of carpet samples, we think! And we’re particularly pleased withthe carpet on the floor: we’ve mixed Highbury and Hampton Court in very broad stripes alongwith an equally wide border of thick, deep pile Wild Romance. It shows off our range of verydifferent qualities very effectively.

It’s a great working/display space and we look forward to welcoming many of you there. We’rehappy to make it available to any of you who’d like to use it as a meeting space. We’d bedelighted to see you.

Mayfair

Our newly refurbished showroom

Hammersmith

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

Fax:+44 (0)845 644 9191

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www.hammercarpets.com

Please visit our website atwww.hammercarpets.comfor online cutting requests and more information on

our products, or telephone 0845 644 9090 (local rate)

to speak to one of our telephone sales team

OUR UK SALES TEAMMr Ron FeweryTel: 07976 244892London, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire.

Mr Steve Acton Tel: 07957 836207Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, Surrey, Dorset.

Mr Gary Foster Tel: 07515 283872East Anglia, Northamptonshire.

Mr Martin LeesTel: 07522 740954North Wales, Lancashire,Yorkshire, Tyneside.

Mr Derek Boyd Tel: 07940 320708Scotland.

Mr Lee Palmer Tel: 07774 101640Channel Islands.

Mr Jonathan Gorman Tel: 07815 121660Northern Ireland.

Mr Mark GarbettTel: 07840 664757Bristol & the West Country.

Mr Keith StevensTel: 07710 160166Midlands & South Wales.

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

Natural Lines Super luxurious 100% Wool loop pile available in 4m and 5mwidths.

Queen Tweed A fine heavy domestic berber loop pile in 100% Wool availablein 4m and 5m widths.

Denver A stylish heavy domestic tonal loop pile in 100% Wool, available in 4mand 5m widths.

Oklahoma A heavy domestic berber loop pile in 100% Wool available in 4mand 5m widths.

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

Supreme Boucle Our best selling level loop 100% Wool product available in12 up to the minute colours in both 4m and 5m widths.

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

Sisal Boucle and Sisal Berber Natural fibre textured loop pile ranges intwo styles.

The Stone Fibre Collection Our unique flat woven quality in manyfashion styles and colours available in 4m and 5m widths.

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

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


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35from The Stocklists August 2013

Brockway’s stunning Regatta carpet brought Hollywood styleto life for one unsuspecting Hertfordshire homeowner onChannel 4’s brand new series ‘Hollywood Me’.

Part of Brockway’s much celebrated Designer Collection,Regatta’s striking black and white stripe design catches the eye ofHollywood’s most celebrated Interior Designer and show host,Martyn Lawrence Bullard – whose clients include Elton John andthe Osbournes.

‘Hollywood Me’ will feature a surprise Hollywood homemakeover for Deborah Fegan from Shenley (Hertfordshire).Used as a statement carpet to complement a monochromaticscheme, Brockway’s Regatta will be shown in the hallway, stairsand landing.

Injecting A-list glamour into the lives of hardworking and selflesshomeowners, ‘Hollywood Me’ will show Deborah being whiskedoff to LA to meet Billy Zane and embark on an outrageousshopping trip before the final grand unveiling of her new-look home.

“We’re delighted our successful Regatta will feature in‘Hollywood Me’ and help bring the wow factor,” commentedCharles Annable of Brockway Carpets. “Stripes provide a stylishway to add colour and interest to a home décor scheme withoutbeing too ‘busy’ and distracting from the overall theme.”

Available in 4m width, Regatta is inspired by the collegiatescarves, the clean, crisp lines of New England beach houses,rowing at Henley and the thrills of sailing with a deep pallet ofdesigns including ‘Black Raven’, ‘Cowes Green’, ‘Henley Blue’,‘Oxford Damson’ and ‘Charleston Red’.

T 01562 828200 www.brockway.co.uk

Regatta glam

Marble with sparkleThe Quartz Pro PU collection of vinyl flooring from leadingmanufacturer Leoline has just been awarded the highest greencredential possible – a BRE A+ Green Guide Rating for Homes,cementing its reputation as the ideal surface choice for domesticinteriors, as well as educational and social housing facilities up and downthe country.

Inspired by stunning marble surfaces, the Quartz Pro PU range consists of18 plain colour decors that have a slight sparkly grain effect reminiscent ofnatural marble. Featuring in Leoline’s Elite collection of cushion floors,Quartz Pro PU is renowned for its exceptional durability that makes itideal for even contract use with class 32 general commercial rating.

“Quartz Pro PU is one of Leoline’s top-selling collections thanks to itsdiverse range of colours and its inherent toughness,” comments VictoriaHemelaer, product manager, Leoline. “Its superior resistance makes it idealfor busy social housing facilities, classrooms and lecture theatres, as well aschaotic family homes where the longevity of a floorcovering is absolutelykey. Of course, the new BRE A+ rating now proves that Quartz Pro PUfloors have the lowest possible environmental impact in the residentialcushion flooring category, which is an added bonus for domestic and socialresidences nationwide.”

As well as offering a BRE A+ rating, Quartz Pro PU provides R10 sliprestraint, making it the ideal partner for high-traffic areas such as corridorsand hallways. It also provides excellent impact resistance and has SuperGuard surface protection to fight off dirt, stains and scuff marks, as well asresisting damage from castor chairs, making it suitable for use incommercial office spaces.

Quartz Pro PU is available in two, three and four metre widths to suit allroom sizes and minimise wastage.

T 0800 032 3970 www.leoline.co.uk

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The brand new collection of stain-resistant carpet tiles fromthe Balta Group is gathering pace as the floorcovering ofchoice for those looking for a practical and unique way ofupdating their homes, and is ideal for retailers looking tobrighten up the shop floor with its eye-catching compactPOS unit.

Encouraging the mixture of textures and colours, Stain BlockHome Tiles are available in four individual designs, includingtufted cut pile Diamant, loop piles Diva and Natural andvelours Vox, and can be mixed-and-matched for a trulyindividual look. In a wide-ranging colour palette including softneutrals and bold brights, there is a style to suit all design tastes.

“Not only offering great aesthetics, carpet tiles are so muchmore practical than standard broadloom styles,” commentsGeert Vanden Bossche, marketing director, the Balta Group.“Simple to fit with a loose-lay installation technique, the tilescan be easily moved and switched around, or even replaced. Infact, when it comes to maintenance, carpet tiles are absolutelyideal as individual pieces can be lifted up, cleaned and put back.”

Delivering a winningcombination of practicalityand unique style, StainBlock Home Tiles arecrafted from bleach-cleanable polypropylene toensure long-lastingdurability. They also offerendless design possibilities,with the opportunity toadd borders and combinecolours and textures tocreate bold floorcoveringsthat demand attention.

Retailers will appreciatethe dedicated POS unitthat accompanies thecollection with its full-colour header and real-sizesamples for each design,and these stands arefree of charge whenordering a minimum of100m2 of carpet tiles.

Compact at 160cm tall by 90cm wide, the display is sure toentice customers with its bright colours and aspirationallifestyle photography.

“This is a completely innovative concept from the Balta Groupthat allows retailers to offer something completely different,”continues Geert Vanden Bossche. “Suitable for every room inthe home, including bathrooms and kitchens, each Stain BlockHome Tile measures 50cm x 50cm and comes in a handy boxthat covers 5m2 to allow homeowners to experiment withinterior design.”

T +32 56 62 2211 www.baltagroup.com

Practically perfect

Royal Warrant holders since 1958, Brintons were invited to mark theCoronation Festival in July by designing and curating a 1950’s style room,set in the grounds of Buckingham Palace.

Brintons launched a rug collection during the festival, called The CoronationRug Collection inspired by original 1950's designs from Brintons' archives,including the Mimosa design by Matisse that dates back to 1951, pictured here.They also showcased their patented High Definition Weave technology.

The look of the room draws a modern take on a 1950's living room, thefloors and the walls are covered in Brintons carpet inspired by the famous"Net and Ball" design that was used In the Royal Festival Hall foyer for the1951 Festival of Britain and the very same design covered a 1950’s sofa onjersey fabric to create a play on scale and challenge the interpretation of aliving space. Guests also enjoyed a felt ceiling sculpture using remnants of yarnfrom the production of Brintons carpets, mirroring the post-war ethos of thriftcurrent in 1951.

A woodland image was displayed, woven on Brintons pioneering HighDefinition Weave loom. This patented technology can produce photo realistic,three-dimensional design definition in 32 colours, compared to conventlonallooms that use 8-12 colours.

Brlntons reputation is built on design innovation and product excellence. The designer was keen to emulate the hand finished touches that Brintons has established and proudly maintained as a pioneering British manufacturer since 1783.

T 0800 505055 www.brintons.net www.rugs-by-brintons.co.uk

Make a date - September 1-3Register online at: www.theflooringshow.comand see page 47 for more details.

Brintons’ appointment at the palace

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Using our extensive yarn technology, dyeing and manufacturingexperience, along with a lot of hard work, we now have a way toovercome this issue, and in Ultimate 18 have a hank dyed true velvetcarpet which has the traditional velvet appearance you associate withstock dyed products”.

Ryalux offer custom colours on all their Ultimate ranges with nominimum order quantity (surcharge applies for orders under 10m2).

This new quality now features on all their Ultimate display units, and to coincide with its launch, they have produced a compactswatch book which showcases Ultimate 18, along with their otherUltimate qualities.

For a sample of Ultimate 18, or to find out more about this exciting new range, contact Ryalux:

0161 762 3030 (option 1 for sales) or contact your local Ryalux representative

[email protected] www.ryalux.com

“Whilst there are several 2 ply custom dyeproducts on the market that purport to

be velvets, they do not have the “billiard table top” appearance of a true velvet.”

The Ultimate appearance

Feature: Ultimate 18 from Ryalux

Ryalux, one of the UK’s leading quality carpetmanufacturers, is renowned for pioneering inthe industry with a list of ‘firsts’ including:

• The first carpet manufacturer to produce 5 metre wide carpet

• The first to produce any width carpet

• The first to offer custom dye carpets

They continue this tradition with the launch of their new 2 ply 80/20velvet – Ultimate 18.

Ultimate 18 is the first, and only, true Pass machine manufacturedvelvet that is available as a custom colour. Ultimate 18 is a 2 ply, 80%wool/20% nylon velvet cut pile carpet, made using the finest NewZealand wools. As with all of Ryalux’s Ultimate ranges, Ultimate 18 isoffered in any width up to 7 metres, and as a custom colour usingRyalux’s special dye service.

Darren Longden, Ryalux’s Commercial Director explains more aboutyet another Ryalux first. “Whilst there are several 2 ply custom dyeproducts on the market that purport to be velvets, they do not havethe “billiard table top” appearance of a true velvet. This is becausethe hank dyeing process slightly curls the tips of the yarn, meaningthe appearance of a true pinpoint velvet cannot be achieved.

Ultimate 18 is the first, and only,true Pass machine

manufactured velvet that isavailable as a custom colour.


News

Leading daytime home interest programme 60 Minute Makeover isback with a brand new series for 2013, and Quick-Step products andMaster Installers are set to star in many episodes as the team travelsup and down the country transforming homes.

Hosted by reality TV personality Peter Andre and featuring a range ofexpert interior designers and decorators, Quick-Step is proud to havepartnered with 60 Minute Makeover to give deserving members of thepublic the home makeover that their houses need. With hundreds ofsquare metres of Quick-Step laminate and engineered flooring specifiedby the show’s experienced designers, Quick-Step has also loaned itsspecially trained Master Installers to ensure the fitting is completed tothe best possible standard.

“Over recent years we have established a long and successfulrelationship with the producers and designers of 60 Minute Makeoverthat work tirelessly to deliver stunning home makeovers for deservinghomeowners, and this year is no exception,” comments Philiep Caryn,

internationalcommunications andsponsorship manager. “60 Minute Makeover is agreat platform for us to getQuick-Step products infront of millions of viewersnationwide, and this yearwe will also use theprogramme to supportour dedicated and speciallytrained Master Installers,who will be carrying out anumber of installations.”

Indeed, for many of the episodes that use Quick-Step products,registered Master Installers operating in the local area will be shown onscreen properly fitting the brand new floors. This is just one of themany potential benefits available to floor fitters that choose toundertake the prestigious Master Installer course at the state-of-the-artQuick-Step Academy.

www.quick-step.co.uk

Carpet recycling and re-use initiatives showcased at Carpet RecyclingUK’s recent fifth annual conference in Birmingham highlighted thesignificant progress in embracing circular economy opportunities.Nearly 100 carpet industry stakeholders including manufacturers,distributors, recyclers, waste management companies and raw materialsuppliers attended what organisers described as their ‘best-ever’ event,held at the city’s Institute of Engineering and Technology.A wide-ranging programme focusing on waste minimisation anddesigning for recycling, outlet development, market research andlobbying as well as collecting and sorting, provided plenty of inspirationand information for delegates who attended from all over the world.CRUK Director Laurance Bird said: “There was a real buzz throughoutan action-packed day and it was certainly our best-ever event, whichwas well-received by all who attended. The conference demonstratedhow the work undertaken by CRUK and its members is driving carpetwaste up the waste hierarchy. “Active projects revealed how attitudes have changed. Carpet is nowregarded as a valuable resource from which valuable raw materials canbe extracted for reuse in a second life, rather than just a bulky wasteonly fit for landfill. The sector is embracing burgeoning opportunities inthe circular economy and making the most of existing resources,” addedLaurance.Aimed at organisations seeking outlets for their carpet waste as well ascarpet manufacturers and firms interested in new recycling technologies,the conference examined topics such as waste prevention/redesign, takeback schemes, reuse and energy from waste (EfW).A popular session hosted by Mike Walters, Operations Manager,Recycling & Waste for the John Lewis Partnership, highlighted thedepartment store’s sustainability strategy and their post-installation offcuts collection project. Off cuts collected from fitters are reprocessedby Anglo Recycling into non-woven felt underlay for John Lewis.

T 0161 440 8325 www.carpetrecyclinguk.com

Circular success

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

Evolving with adhesive

Quickstep’s TV transformation


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

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

Founded in 2004, UK Flooring Direct has experienced fantastic levels ofsales growth year-on-year thanks to its industry-leading online businessmodel. With hundreds of flooring styles available for homeowners tobrowse online, including wood, laminate, cork and luxury vinyl, UK FlooringDirect has managed to thrive despite the recession and shows no signs ofslowing down, boosting the local economy and providing employment forlocal people.

Created to bring together representatives from the UK’s fastest growingsmall and medium businesses and to encourage mutual collaboration,ACCELERATE 250 comprises individuals from the “vital six per cent” ofcompanies – those that are creating more than half of the nation’s newjobs and are experiencing rapid growth.

Meeting for the firsttime atACCELERATE2013, Britain’s firstflagship festival thataims to raise theprofile of membersand encouragewider support forentrepreneurs andstart-ups, memberswill be workingclosely with oneanother to addressthe key issues andshared challengesthat face all growingbusinesses,

As Sir Terry Leahy, former Tesco CEO, explains: “It’s our belief that Britain’sprosperity in the 21st century global economy is going to be built on thesuccess of high-potential, fast-growth businesses. That is why, this June, wewill be assembling a new group of Britain’s brightest and best businesses toput them at the heart of Britain’s economic renaissance.”

Jason Ashby (pictured above left with son, Josh) of UK Flooring Direct says:“It is a real honour that UK Flooring Direct has been identified as one ofthe UK’s most high-potential small businesses – we can’t wait to join upwith the other like-minded ACCELERATE 250 members in Liverpool forwhat promises to be the start of some fantastic partnerships.

T 0844 327 0000 www.ukflooringdirect.co.uk

UK Flooring accelerates

Malcolm Piper has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Metro Group, succeeding Martin Ward who hasstepped down but will remain on the board.Malcolm has over 50 years’ experience in the trade, opening the doors of Country Carpet Warehouse in 1971 and joiningthe Metro Group in 1983. The business serves both residential and contract markets within London and the HomeCounties.He feels now is the right time for him to put something back into the group and that the strength of the group comesfrom members supporting Carpet1st marketing activities. He is keen to encourage members to fully support initiatives ashe believes it is the best way for the group to move forward.

Malcolm is looking forward to working closely with the Metro Group office in Bolton and meeting key suppliers in the coming months.T 01204 393539 www.carpet1st.co.uk

Malcolm’s experience boosts Metro

New-build boom aids DC

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Gary Leiper Sally Prop


NewsBusiness News

Georgian Carpets is to merge with Kingsmead in a bid to boost the sales effectiveness of thebusinesses and meet the challenges of an increasingly competitive market.

The enlarged business will trade under the Kingsmead brand under Martin West who is promoted toMD. The Georgian name is taking a back seat, though the company says it has plans for the branding inthe future. There will be a rationalization of carpet ranges across the business over the next year.

“This is a positive step to create a business that needs to be a larger player to thrive in a highlycompetitive market,” Martin West told The Stocklists. “The new company will be bigger than the sumof its two parts.

“The business will benefit from a larger sales force that is more focused on smaller but moreconcentrated geographical areas and much greater presence though increased point-of-sale,” he said.

The two sales forces have been combined to a total of 14 sales representatives and two regional salesmanagers - Clint Carver and Ian Shopland have been promoted from within the existing teams. The move is effective from August 1.

Kingsmead and Georgian join forces

Lano has confirmed that it has signed a distribution agreement for the WesternEuropean residential broadloom market with the largest flooring manufacturer in theworld, Mohawk International.

This agreement will see Lano become the exclusive distributor of Mohawk Europe’s popularresidential carpet collections that include the world-famous SmartStrand, SmartStrand Silkand EverStrand styles.

“This distribution arrangement is a strategic move that will play on the strengths of bothLano and Mohawk International, and will strengthen Lano Carpets’ position as one of theleading suppliers of domestic textile floorcoverings,” explains Joe Lano, Lano Carpets. “Lanohas forged a reputation based on high-quality products and outstanding service, andMohawk is known for its cutting-edge innovation in fibre development. This collaboration willprovide our customers with the convenience of having both Mohawk and Lano qualitiesavailable from a single sales source, which will improve service and save valuable time.”

This improved distribution model will cause no changes for Lano customers. MohawkEurope has been successfully integrated into Lano operations to ensure a seamless and swifttransition.

T 00800 5266 5266 www.lano.com

Lano confirms Mohawk deal

Top UK flooring distributor Headlam Groupissued a warning at the beginning of July thatfirst half earnings will be approximately 10%lower than last year due a contraction in themarket during the period.

Following the adverse first quarter performance,Headlam reported some recovery in Marchand April but a good start to May fell away asthe month continued into June.

The Group’s July statement confirmed: “As aresult, the board now believes it is unlikely thatthe company will meet market expectationsfor the financial year as a whole.”

Headlam warns onmarket contraction

Cormar Carpets has appointed a new regional sales manager for the northern region.

Carl Quail joins the Cormar team with an abundance of sales experience including previous employmentwith Kosset Carpets, Abingdon, Pownall and Ryalux in national accounts, national sales manager and salesdirector roles.

Said Carl: “I’ve been in sales all my life starting out in the FMCG environment and I have learnt somegood disciplines and structures early on in my career. These have helped me when developing sales teamsand building relationships with people - things that are key in this business.”

“Having worked in this industry a long time, I know that Cormar has a great reputation for launchingquality ranges with great innovation and of course second to none service levels. I am delighted to be apart of it, as well as having the support of the team behind me.”

Outside of work Carl is married to Karen, a nurse at York Hospital, and has five children. He enjoysfollowing most sports and is a keen Arsenal fan.

T 01204 881234 www.cormarcarpets.co.uk

Carl joins Cormar as Northern head

Martin West will be promoting the biggerKingsmead business with sharper focus

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Survey

There is increasing momentum towards information technology asmanufacturers seek to manage their costs in the tight economicenvironment. But acceptance of these systems is relatively low.

In our survey –and the fact that it’s an online survey means respondentsare most likely to be ‘tech savvy’ – nearly half said that they almost neverplace an order online with manufacturers and about a third said they onlyplace a quarter or less of their business this way.

Asked if such systems saved them time, 55% of retailers said no and yetnearly 60% said they would prefer more manufacturers to go down thisroute. One of the key advantages of IT systems was the delivery trackingservice which lets you know exactly when your order will arrve and 63%said that was a real benefit. We don’t normally mention manufacturers inour survey articles, but Cormar’s system was cited a number of times as agreat example.

Concerns that systems were replacing personal service were allayed inour survey with only 26% saying that they felt suppliers had cut back toomuch on the ‘human interface’.

Perhaps surprisingly in these days of junk email, 75% of our retailers saidthey welcomed getting email bulletins from manufacturers, although 28%said they got too many.

Only 9% of survey respondents said they had difficulty finding theinformation on the net on products and services they need – 45% saidmanufacturers websites were generally good but 37% said there wasmuch scope for further improvement in this area.

When we switched our questions to how retailers were using theinternet to promote their business, there was a lot less enthusiasm. Only18% said they regularly communicated with customers by email and 81%said they never emailed offers or regular bulletins. Only 9% were regularusers of social media systems like Twitter and Facebook.

However, two-thirds of our respondents said they had updatedsomething on their own website within the last three months.

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

The Stocklists polled 994 retailers throughout the UK during July 2013. Replies and comments are recorded anonymously. Many thanks to all those who took part.

60% would prefer moresupplier systems

48% never place anorder online

75% welcome emailbulletins from suppliers

82% don’t regularlyemail customers

7% use social media tohelp their business

36% says the internet isbad for business

Are you getting I.T.?Getting your kicks from routine clicks

Carpenter, one of the world’s leaders in sleep technology, has launched four new pillows tocater for every consumer requirement under the ‘sleep better’ brand.

The Outlast Fibre and Memory pillow has been designed to offer consumers the ‘best ofboth worlds’ with practical head and neck support from the memory foam and a softsensation from the micro-fibre. Outlast technology helps the user to regulate their

temperature to aid a restful night’s sleep. It features a reversible cover with Outlast on onesurface and 100 per cent cotton on the reverse.

The Biocrystal pillow encorporates luxuriously soft micro fibre with unique CsAM technology,helping to regulate and balance energy levels and the immune system, while helping the user to wake

up feeling rested and refreshed. A discreet ‘SleePad’ pouch filled with the crystals sits inside the pillow andcan be removed when required.

Said Gillian Finch, national sales manager for consumer products at Carpenter : “We’ve developed a suite of newproducts to cater to growing demand for innovation and have incorporated latest technology to offer something for every need.”

A multi-purpose ‘heart shaped’ pillow has been developed to mould to the body with ease and is particularly beneficial for those with bad backs orpregnant women who struggle to get comfortable. It is available with breathable CoolMax technology fabric, designed to aid airflow throughout theproduct to keep it fresh.

The Moulded Solo Pillow is a luxurious micro-fibre pillow with a moulded memory foam core. It offers two sleeping surfaces depending on whetherthe user requires support or luxury. Continued Gillian: “The range has a pillow to suit everyone, whether they suffer from headaches, bad necks orwant something that is just excellent quality and comfortable.”

T 01457 861141 www.carpenterconsumer.co.uk

Sleeping on the job


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Mapei’s two-component, epoxy polyurethane adhesive, Adesilex G19,has been utilised in the refurbishment of the striking Oceana Cruise Ship.

Adesilex G19 was used to install AstroTurf onto the existing polyurethanerubber substrate on the 1,000m2 decking area of the cruise ship coveringdecks 12 and 14. Suitable for both internal and external installations,Adesilex G19 offers strong bonding and high durability. Once curedAdexilex G19 is also unaffected by wet weather or severe temperaturevariations, making it the ideal solution for flooring contractors, Durastic Ltd,when installing the AstroTurf.

Adesilex G19 is also perfect for bonding rubber, PVC, semi- flexible vinylsheet and tile, textile and linoleum floor coverings. Offering excellentresistance to tangential stresses it is particularly suited to areas subjectedto high levels of foot traffic, such as sports flooring, retail environments andleisure facilities.

T 0121 508 6970 www.mapei.co.uk

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

Retailer expertise online

This summer Heuga adds a new stylish collection to its range calledsmart sense. The range creates a harmonious and modern look andconsists of six natural colours and four on trend colours based onthe Japanese culture. The dark brown colour is very reminiscent of the deep flavour ofSancho Pepper, while the light brown colour Bamboo is a clear matchfor the plant of the same name. The deep red colour Red Sun refers tothe Japanese sunset and Wasabi is a fresh green colour named after thefamous Japanese spice. They are great options for people who want toadd a touch of warmth and colour to the interior.smart sense is a tufted structured loop pile and is extremely suitablefor use in hallways, living areas or home offices. Classified at class 33 forheavy use, smart sense is suitable for residential areas and areas wherethere is an intensive use of castor chairs. Each colour has six differentpatterns to allow endless design possibilities. It has a random designand can therefore be laid in any direction. This speeds up and simplifiesthe installation process while reducing cutting waste to a minimum. smart sense is an extremely sustainable product. Not only because it’s produced in an environmentally responsible way, it’s alsoproduced from 60% recycled content. smart sense has been created using the special microtuft process, a process using less yarnwithout sacrificing performance. It proves that a well-constructed dense surface can be just as durable and hardwearing as traditionallytufted carpets. smart sense is combining the comfort of a soft floor with the benefits of a hard floor. It retails at £38 per m2 and isavailable in 50cm x 50cm tiles.T +31 33 277 5862 www.heuga.com

Colour with a calm culture

Adhesive ahoy!


“If you don’t visit Harrogate,you’ll never know what youhave missed and what mighthave made a valuabledifference to your business.”Neil Valentine of Furlong who has moved to Hall A with a muchbigger stand to help drive forwardtheir expansion programme.

The Flooring Show in Harrogate aims to be the ‘best-ever’ say organiserswho are finalising their schedule for the re-invigorated September show.

“Our focus is on helping retailers build and improve their businesses,” says eventorganiser Paul Stott. “There are opportunities in Harrogate that can make a realdifference in helping to take advantage of the gradual upturn in High Street trading,”

A major intiative at the event is the ‘Business Enrichment Centre” where advice ongrowth will be foremost - see overleaf for details.

The list of suppliers and organisations attending the show has also been boostedconsiderably during the Summer. “A strong list of exhibitors is a sign that the economyis finally picking up and allowing flooring suppliers to re-evaluate their marketing spendto include this excellent event,” says Paul.

And in a move that shows the support of the UK flooring trade for Harrogate, a recentmeeting prompted the involvement of key retail buying groups in the event. “TheFlooring Show is delighted to work with the buying groups, and has now secured ACG,Metro Group and SMG as supporters of the show, all with a presence on the exhibitionfloor,” says Paul. Harrogate is a valuable opportunity for retailers to make a first-handassessment of the benefits of buying group membership.

“The Harrogate Show represents everything that is positive about our industry,” saidMartin Peace of Abingdon Carpets. “It¹s the perfect springboard for the new sellingseason, a chance to get a reaction to new ranges and developments and a chance tomix with customers old and new in one of everyone¹s favourite social spots, thegorgeous town of Harrogate itself!”

The Flooring Show, Harrogate opens on Sunday, September 1, until September 3.

See the next eight pages of information and previews from leading exhibitors.

Harrogate buzz for ‘best-ever’ show

Harrogate show preview

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

The Demo Zone

The Demo Zone in Hall B features a comprehensivethree-day programme, spearheaded by the CFA / FITA/ NICF. The Zone has a packed programme of eventsthat will provide excellent and valuable guidance toflooring professionals; other exhibitors will be featuringdemonstrations on their own stands.

Companies contributing to the demostrations includeArdex, Ball & Young, Balterio, Carpenter, F Ball,Interfloor, Itec and Polyflor.

There are demonstrations taking place on each of theevents three days and full details are available on theshow website.

A full programme of events andhighlights will be published in ourSeptember issue due out in mid August.

Register online now. September 1 - 3, 2013


• Abingdon Flooring• Adore Floors• Amdadi Handmade Rugs• Anbo• Associated Carpet Group• Ball and Young• Beaulieu International Group• Betap• BIG/Ideal• BMK• Breakwells • British Wool Marketing Board• Brockway Carpets• Canadia Wood Flooring• Carpet 1st• Carpet Recycling UK• Cavalier Carpets• Central Flooring• Classis Carpets & Rugs• Computers for Flooring• Condor Carpets• Contract Flooring Association• Contract Flooring Journal• Cormar• Crown Floors• Cybergold• D S I• D S Supplies• Demart Carpets• Distinctive Flooring• Earthwerks• Easun• Elegant Plastics• EPI Flooring• Exakt Tools• F Ball & Co• Fair Packaging• FITA• FloorSkills • Furlong Flooring• Gaskell Wool Rich• Gekko Industries• General Finishes• Georgian Carpets• Graboplast• Green Tree Distribution• H & V Carpets• Hadfields• Haldon Thompson• Halls Flooring• HBS Floor Trade• Interiors Monthly• Jewel Blade

• Jiangsu Beier• Jiangsu Shalang Floor Co• Karpet King UK• Kersaint Cobb• Kervanci Iplik• Kingsmead Carpets• KJC Carpets• Lano• Leeds Architects• Lifestyle Floors• Louis De Poortere• Manx• Masterpiece Systems• Mayne Computer Technology• Mercado• Merryfield Engineering• Mohawk International• Mr Tomkinson• NICF• Novostrat• Oriental Weavers• Perfil Star• Personna• Plantation Rugs• Primatech• Quebec Wood Export Bureau• Rawson Carpets• Regency Carpets• Rhys Davies• Rowlson• Royal Institute of CharteredSurveyors

• Sebo• Smart Direct• SMG Group• Spotnails • Stainshield• Stairrods• Stroolmount• Swiff Train• SYR• Terragrip• TFD Floortiles• The Stocklists magazine• Tomorrows Flooring• Tramex• Unifloor• Universal Mouldings• Wickham Hardwood Flooring• Wilkies Carpets• Woolsafe• YTD

Switch on to the network!Event organisers have been pleased with the response fromexhibitors who are supporting the September event in increasingnumbers. The Flooring Show, Harrogate, is the only nationalflooring event which is open to all and represents an unrivallednetworking opportunity for the trade.

The ‘Business EnrichmentCentre’ – valuablebusiness growth adviceWell known Business Growth Experts from across the UK are collaboratingto provide a stunning array of free business growth advice in the show’s new‘Business Enrichment Centre’.

Each seminar has the sole aim of ensuring that business owners/managers willgain from at least one action that can be implemented immediately in theircompany and see revenue and/or profit growth!

All of the experts are currently running businesses and know how and whatthings work. They include Vanessa Brady (CEO The Society of British InteriorDesign), Sian Astley (Interior Designer/Property Developer/Channel 5 TVPresenter), Victoria Redshaw (Globally renowned Trend Forecaster), Finlay Clark(Google Industry Manager), Helen Kitchen (Social Media & PR Thought Leaderfor Small Business) and many others.

The seminars include:

• Interior and Flooring Design Trends 2014

• How to Take Your Business Online

• How to Sell Flooring to Women

• How to Increase YOUR profit without making ONE EXTRA sale

• How to Sell to Interior Designers

• How to Work with Social Media

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


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

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Carpet Recycling UKOpportunities for retailers to enhance their businesses by recycling their carpetsand carpet off-cuts will be explained by Carpet Recycling UK at September’sHarrogate Flooring Show.

CRUK, the industry’s association for recycling and reusing carpet, will hold twopresentations with a specific retail sector focus on Monday September 2nd from 1.15pmto 2pm in the Business Enrichment Centre.

These will include an overview on the progress of take-back schemes for off-cuts at JohnLewis and local distributor sites, as well as outlining future plans for similar initiatives across thecountry. Demand is growing for clean post-installation off-cuts that can be recycled into newproducts such as mattress pads, carpet underlay and insulation products.

“Consumers want to see recycling happen; it’s the right thing to do and it makes sound financial sense with the ever-escalating cost of landfill disposal,”says Laurance Bird, CRUK Director. “We are encouraging retailers to recycle their carpet as they can gain tangible benefits to their businesses, whilealso saving on disposal costs.”

He added: “As an organisation dedicated to diverting carpet from landfill, we can assist retailers interested in coming on board with us.”

Hall M Stand 32 • 0161 440 8325 www.carpetrecyclinguk.com

Crown FloorsVisitors to The Flooring Show 2013 will once again be able to view theever-popular carpet collection from Crown Floors, as well as meetrecently appointed sales agents and get more information on the verygenerous Crown Floors Loyalty Club scheme.

Lending support to the UK’s largest dedicated flooring show for the 3rdyear running, Crown Floors will use the event to meet with its manyexisting retailers from all over the country, as well as forge relationshipswith potential stockists. With the Crown Floors collection updated andexpanded in recent months with the introduction of two new POS unitsand a brand new carpet style, Dunnottar Castle, there will certainly be alot for visitors to explore on the Crown Floors stand.

“The Flooring Show will be a great opportunity for us to interact with ourretailers and keep everyone up-to-date with the many changes that wehave implemented in the past year,” comments James Caldwell, UK salescoordinator, Crown Floors. “It will also offer us the ideal platform fromwhich to showcase our entire collection, the brand new POS display unitsand of course the latest addition to the range, Dunnottar Castle.”

Details of the popularCrown Floors LoyaltyClub will also be onhand, with a selection ofpossible gifts on displayto show retailers thebenefits of joining. Withpoints awarded forevery square metre ofCrown Floors carpetsold, points soon add upand retailers canexchange these for avariety of rewardsincluding the latestgadgets, days out andeven designer fashionitems.

Hall A Stand 1 T 0800 0773301www.crownfloors.co.uk

CormarAt this year’sFlooring Show inHarrogate, CormarCarpets will unveilthe latest additionsto its portfolio ofsuccessful carpetcollections.

As one of the UK’sleading independenttufted carpetmanufacturers,Cormar willshowcase its flagshipheavyweight,polypropylene twist -Primo Ultra – whichis part of the easyclean family.

Containing eight ofthe most popularplain and heather colours, in a fine tenth gauge finish, this dense pilecarpet has enjoyed great success following the increased popularity ofheavyweight stain resistant twists.

In addition Cormar will also be featuring its brand new rangeSensation Heathers which comes hot on the heels of the hugelysuccessful Sensation Original (shown at last year’s Harrogate show)and Sensation New Feeling ranges. Made with100% Luxelle for aluxurious handle, it has all the stain resistant properties of apolypropylene carpet and comes in a choice 10 heather shades.

After a successful year, including winning the Flooring One Award forthe ninth time, Cormar will launch yet another brand new carpetcollection at the show, as well as featuring its full range of in-storedisplay options including lecterns, wall units and the new ‘sales station’.This unit gives retailers the opportunity to promote all the easy cleanor wool ranges on one free standing unit, which takes up no morethan one square metre of floor space.

All Cormar’s stain resistant polypropylene carpets, wool twists andwool loop carpets are produced on site at its Lancashire mills anddistributed in the UK and Eire via its own delivery fleet.

Hall A Stand 17/18 • T 01204 881234 www.cormarcarpets.co.uk



Lano CarpetsThe Flooring Show 2013 would not be complete without the presence ofone of the most significant and well-loved Belgian carpet manufacturers inthe industry and Lano Carpets has confirmed that it will be once again beshowcasing its incredibly popular and diverse range of residential carpet styles.

A main focus of the Lano stand will be the relaunched Startwist carpetcollection that consists of two existing qualities, Edition and Supreme, as well asthe brand new Elite that has been introduced to celebrate the carpet’s 20thanniversary. Crafted from an improved two-ply Lanoset polypropylene fibre, thenew Startwist range will impress visitors looking for soft and thick carpet styles.

For those visiting retailers looking to refresh their existing ranges, Lano Carpetswill unveil the recently revamped polypropylene twist carpet Pembridge, as wellas an exciting new development in the eco-friendly Perlana range that is craftedfrom 100% recycled content. Those with a penchant for pattern will also bepleased with several new designs in the woven Venice Wilton collection,inspired by trendy motifs.

“The Flooring Show 2013 will be an extremely exciting one for Lano Carpets, as we plan to use the exhibition as our opportunity to introduce severalupdated designs and brand new styles to the UK residential market,” comments Heidi Debakker, product manager, Lano. “Harrogate will be the officialpreview for the updated Pembridge, Venice and Perlana designs, and we will also be officially launching our brand new Corona collection, so watch this space!”

Hall M Stand 17 • T 00800 5266 5266 www.lano.com

MohawkOnce again, Mohawk isplanning to delight visitors tothe Flooring Show 2013 withits range of innovative fibresthat are as beautifully soft asthey are stylish, and this yearwill be the first time that theLano Carpets team will betaking the helm after signing adistribution agreement for theWestern European residentialbroadloom market withMohawk International.

The popular SmartStrandcollection, which is famed for itsinherent stain and soilresistance, will be on show, andretailers will be encouraged toexplore the many differentqualities available. Including thetextured Dramatic Flair carpet as well as the super-soft SmartStrand Silk, theSmartStrand collection will prove its versatility and diversity.

“The Harrogate show looks set to be very successful for Mohawk, and will allowus to reach potential new retailers and stockists of the flagship Mohawk carpets,including SmartStrand,” comments Joe Lano, Lano Carpets. “Since Lano Carpetssigned the distribution agreement with Mohawk, our dedicated sales team hasmet with many existing Mohawk stockists, but Harrogate will offer theopportunity to forge new relationships and convey the benefits of this improveddistribution model.

“As well as displaying the well-known SmartStrand collection, we will also have aspace dedicated to demonstrating the benefits of EverStrand carpet, which is ofcourse crafted from 100% recycled plastic bottles,” continues Joe Lano. “TheFlooring Show will allow us to demonstrate the environmental and performancebenefits of EverStrand carpet to retailers, and we are predicting that our range ofEverStrand styles will rise in popularity over the coming years as homeownersbecome more and more concerned about using eco-friendly and sustainableproducts in the home.”

Hall M Stand 17 • T 01480 479830 www.mohawkinternational.com

WoolsafeThe WoolSafe Organisation will once again be exhibitingat the Flooring Show in Harrogate, keen to show visitingretailers and manufacturers the exciting developmentsthat have been keeping the busy team occupied over the pastyear.

Harrogate will provide an ideal platform for WoolSafe toshowcase its award-winning Carpet Stain Cleaning GuideApp to the hundreds of expected visitors to its stand (justinside the main entrance) and demonstrate just how it canhelp their businesses. As Steve Bakker, marketing manager,The WoolSafe Organisation, explains:

“The Flooring Show will be a brilliant opportunity for carpetretailers and manufacturers to really get to grips with theWoolSafe Carpet Stain Cleaning Guide App, and it will allowus to directly show them how they can use the app tobenefit their working day. The app arms retailers with expertknowledge about how to remove common and moreunusual stains, equipping them to answer any queries thattheir customers may have and allowing them to providegreater levels of service than ever before.

“The carpet industry is experiencing a shift in popularitytowards polypropylene fibre carpets that are sold as verysimple to keep clean, so we are excited to introduce thisapp to wool carpet manufacturers as it highlights that woolcarpets can be kept spot free just as easily and effectively.,”continues Steve Bakker. “We really believe the app can helpchange consumer attitudes towards maintenance of morenatural fibres, and the best thing is that many of the fuss-freesolutions that the app suggests can be done with easy topurchase WoolSafe approved cleaning products.”

Those in the carpet industry wanting to have this expertknowledge at their fingertips can download and explore theWoolSafe Carpet Stain Cleaning Guide app prior to theFlooring Show free from the App Store. The app iscompatible with Apple iPad and iPhone.

Hall A Stand 33 • T 01943 850 817 www.woolsafe.org




StairrodsStairrods are proud to be displaying their latest products at theHarrogate Show, building on the very successful launch of the PremierTrims at last year's event.

This year Stairrods will be showing the Estimator Sample Box and thePremier Trim Display board.

The Premier Trims are available in 4 profiles; Single, Cover, Square andthe New DoubleZ, in 90cm and 270cm lengths and they come in thefollowing finishes; polished brass, satin brass, antique brass, antiquebronze, chrome, brushed chrome, polished nickel, satin nickel and pewter.

Visit the stand in Hall B to see the quality full length Premier Trims.

Hall B Stand 27 • T 01207 591176 www.stairrods.co.uk


Make a date - September 1-3Register online at: www.theflooringshow.comand see page 65 for more details.


F Ball & CoF. Ball will showcase its latest generation of flooring installation products at TheFlooring Show in Harrogate.

F. Ball’s range of innovative smoothing underlayments including new Stopgap 1100Gypsum and Stopgap 1200 Pro are the star attractions on the company’s exhibitionstand, as well as exclusive information about further product developments beingrevealed.

Developed in response to market requirements, Stopgap 1200 Pro is the ultimate choicefor preparing subfloors that are contaminated with adhesive residue. The highperformance smoothing underlayment is suitable for direct application over adhesiveresidues, without the need to mechanically prepare the subfloor and in most cases,without priming.

Stopgap 1200 Pro’s time saving and superior flow features will be showcased in theDemo Zone throughout the exhibition to give visitors the opportunity to see theproduct in use first hand and see why this new product is quickly becoming a firmfavourite in the flooring industry.

Hall B Stand 1 • T 01538 361633 www.f-ball.co.uk

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The Linocork collection from Granorte is made entirely from naturalingredients to create a floorcovering that breathes life into the homeand feels truly unique.

Ideal for retailers that want to cater to homeowners looking forenvironmentally friendly products, Linocork planks feature a 2mmLinoleum surface atop a cork layer, a high-density fibreboard core andan integrated cork underlay. In total, the designs contain 25% pre-consumer recycled content, and each floor has Greenguard Indoor AirQuality certification and FSC-accreditation.

“The demand for natural floor surfaces is steadily increasing, and theLinocork collection combines two renewable materials to great effect,”comments Paulo Rocha, product manager, Granorte. “The linoleumsurface feels smooth to the touch and offers great levels of durability,while the cork base helps to regulate air quality and improve underfootcomfort as well as sound and heat insulation.”

Not only sustainable, Linocork floors also deliver in terms of aesthetics.With a choice of rectangular planks with a marble-like appearance orbold one-colour square tiles, the collection is ideal for those that wantto inject vibrant style into their home. A total of 16 vivid marble-effectdecors in colours such as Deep Red, Sunset and Graphite sit alongside12 plain tiles that can be mixed and matched to create stunningcheckerboard finishes.

“Linocork really does prove that natural flooring need not be boring,”continues Paulo Rocha. “With such a plethora of colours to choosefrom, the collection will excite shoppers looking for natural but on-trend floorcoverings, and there is a design to suit all tastes.”

T 01785 711 131 www.granorte.co.uk

Finishing touch of class

Natural choice for style

Industry hot shots turned out in force for The Furniture Makers’ annual Big Shots day.

Some 33 teams, comprising a mix of experts, novices, keen amateurs and first timers, took part in theevent at E.J. Churchill shooting grounds at High Wycombe last Thursday June 13. “It was fantastic to seesuch a good level of support in what is undoubtedly a tough economic climate,” said the FurnitureMakers’ Charity President Tony Attard.

The one day shoot - whose major sponsor was Furniture Village and was also sponsored byBrightHouse, KI UK, Chaucer Logistics, Kolorcraft, Designer Contracts and Collins & Hayes - raisedover £21,000 with cash still rolling in for the furnishing industry’s only dedicated charity. The annual clay pigeon shoot has raised over£400,000 for the Charity over the years.

All funds raised will go towards supporting those who work, or have worked, in the furnishing industry and need financial help.

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Hotter shots

As every fitter and retailer knows, a flooring project is never trulycomplete without certain accessories, and the collection of profiles,stair nosings and PVC trims from Floorwise makes it easy to findthat ideal finishing touch.

“Floorwise has ranges suitable for both domestic and commercial use,including curvable profiles as well as the Classic, Max, Max Reflections,Wood Floor and PVC profiles and stair nosings,” comments RichardBailey, managing director, The Floorwise Group. “This convenience iswhat makes us ideal for both retailers and fitters, as we have productsto suit a whole variety of installations, whether its wood or vinyl,ceramics or carpet.”

Ideal for laminate, engineered and wooden planks, the Wood Floor rangeof flooring profiles is available in a variety of sizes, heights and finishes toprovide a neat and attractive finish. With a unique ‘stick & go’ adhesivemethod, this collection can help to save valuable time as it allows fittersto simply cut the profile to size, peel back the tape, stick down, and go.

The Classic collection of profiles is precision engineered to exactingstandards, and for projects where extra strength and rigidity arerequired, the Floorwise Max range consists of maximum duty metalsthat are suitable for both commercial and domestic installations. TheMax Reflections range goes one step further and focuses on theconcept of coordinated interiors. Combining high durability with on-trend finishes including chrome, black nickel, brass and brushed steel,Max Reflections is the go-to collection for profiles that coordinate withother interior fixtures and fittings such as light switches, electricalsockets and door handles.

Floorwise also offers a range of curvable Flexible PVC Trims, that aresuitable for contract and domestic locations. The collection includesdifferent coloured top trim profiles to create a neat, safe and durablejunction between adjacent floor finishes, and the varying sizes allow foralmost all floorcovering thicknesses to be accommodated.

“It is clear that Floorwise provides everything a fitter could possiblyneed when it comes to finishing off a floor,” continues Richard Bailey.“All of our finishing products offer the famous Floorwise quality andvalue, and it remains our top priority to continue to deliver one of themost comprehensive profile ranges available for both commercial andresidential projects.”

T 01509 673974 www.floorwise.co.uk



Let the grain take the strain

Forbo marketing manager, Julie Dempster, said: “Natural-lookmaterials give homes the feel-good factor that people are looking forright now. With naturally inspired finishes it’s about giving back-to-nature charm modern, fresh appeal.

"But, when it comes to flooring, timeless design is ever popular.Known for its high-end, hard-wearing finish, our Novilon collectionincludes classic wood effects in traditional, dark colours. In addition,more rustic finishes have been introduced, reflecting the popularityfor the worn, distressed look."

Having predicted a flooring trend for larger planks in wood effectflooring at the start of the year, luxury vinyl flooring manufacturerModuleo has seen a surge of interest in this new trend. It hasaccordingly launched a new range of large planks in its hard-wearingTransform range.

UK and Eire managing director David Bigland, says larger plankscreate the illusion of space in room settings. "The size of these newplanks means that we don’t cut up the grain and are therefore able toshowcase the authentic finish of our products,” he says. The largeplank from Moduleo is available in four finishes: Verdon Oak, ClassicOak, Baltic Maple and Ethnic Wenge. The new plank will measure1500 mm x 245 mm and is available in both Click and drybackinstallation.

“Our flooring is designed to remain as true to its natural counterpartas possible, but with none of the associated drawbacks. Our newlarge planks provide a striking finish and can create the illusion ofmore space in an enclosed area, as well as showcasing large opencommercial areas,” says Mr Bigland.

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

Replicating the natural effect of wood is an area that hasseen considerable growth in the flooring industry in recentyears, especially for luxury vinyl tiles, but it is notable thatwood-effect also remains the popular choice in other areas,such as laminate and cushion.

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

John Devine, Tarkett UK sales director, says: “Hard-wearingdurability has been matched with stylish, on-trend designs to offer aproduct that not only looks fantastic but will last, while offering usersa sustainable choice.

“The range is also incredibly easy to lay and maintain, delivering asaving to both project managers charged with installing the flooringand long-term users. It’s a product we’re excited about releasing tothe market and we expect demand for it to be high.”

Forbo Flooring has noticed that designers cannot get enough oforganic shapes and earthy palettes with warmth and texture. Thecompany says its Novilon Nova Wood and Viva Fusion ranges areideal to realise this look. Whether it is the appearance of unvarnishedblonde woods like beech and birch or a richer oak or wengé, naturallooking flooring provides the perfect foil for this trend, it says.

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Tarkett inspires with its ID collections

Forbo says its natural look has the ‘feel-good’ factor


by Dennis Flower

For more information:

Avenue Floors T 0800 032 3970 www.avenuefloors.co.ukForbo T 01592 647222 www.forbo.co.ukPolyflor T 0161 767 2551 www.polyflor.comTarkett T 01662 854040 www.tarkett.co.uk

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

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

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

“As its name suggests Ultimate Oak is a collection of our mostinspired and true oak decors, with shades ranging from honeythrough to smoked, offering a perfect combination of style with greatlevels of underfoot comfort, as well as a slip-resistant finish thatmakes it perfect for use in bathrooms and kitchens.”

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

Polyflor's Camaro Flooring Collection includes 30 authentic, creativeand practical floor coverings designed to enhance any home interioror moderate commercial setting. Developed in conjunction with ateam of commissioned artists and experienced product designers,each unique product is based on the natural allure and beauty ofwood, and also includes stone, slate and marble.

“First-class aesthetic appeal, combined with the ultra-hard wearingand easy to clean product construction, makes the Camaro FlooringCollection a stand-out luxury vinyl tile range on the market,” saysPolyflor marketing manager Tom Rollo. The company has developed awide range of accessories to complement any flooring design andcreate a unique, enhanced effect, he says. Camaro Grouting Strips areavailable in five coordinating and realistic stone grout colours whilefour new Camaro Marquetry Strips have been designed to help createthat authentic and highly desirable detailed wood floor installation.

Polyflor’s Camaro combines performance with aesthetics

Ultimate Oak is part of the ‘Touch of Class’ collection from Avenue

“UK consumers love the classic lookof oak but sometimes want thepracticality of cushion vinyl”

The British Wool column


It was a day to celebrate theQueen’s Coronation and herMajesty held a four dayfestival in her own garden as the key event to bringrecognition not only to herremarkable reign but to themany companies that haveprovided her with goods andservices over the last 60 years.

The sun shone brightly on theday and those that havegained the prestigious RoyalWarrant gathered in the trulysplendid gardens ofBuckingham Palace. Amongthem was the carpet brandlong associated withinnovation and quality andwhich has carpeted many aprestigious residence…Brintons.

British Wool were delightedto see a major British Woolcarpet manufacturer inattendance at what was an impressive collective of some two hundred UK brands from fashionto food and interior textiles to science and technology.

The Royal Warrant is a time honoured tradition between trades people and the monarchy – the earliest surviving record of the Royal approval dates from 1155 when Henry II granted theWeaver’s Company a Royal Charter.

Don Coates, managing director of Brintons said: “As a Royal Warrant holder, everyone atBrintons is immensely proud to have been part of this unique event attended by the worlds’press and it was a fabulous opportunity for us to showcase our company.”

Brintons combined old and new in their exhibit - the carpet design was originally produced in1951 for the Festival of Britain and became a quite talking point with all including the Royalvisitors and the High Definition Weave technology showing a woodland backdrop that mostpeople had to touch to convince themselves it was carpet and was truly a tribute to their design skills.

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

Brintons celebrate the Queen’sCoronation at Buckingham Palace

Don Coates, MD of Brintons chatting with the Duke of Wessex at the Coronation Festival.

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

Castle Twist from Manx carpets is re-launched.

Ulster Carpets introduce newshades to Ulster Velvets

Ulster Carpets adds new colours toVelvet Collection Stunning choice is on offer within theportfolio of woven wiltons from UlsterCarpets and it has been further enhancedwith the addition of five new colourwaysto their Ulster Velvet range. One of the finest wilton products onoffer, Ulster Velvet is luxurious wool-rich flooring that looks and feels as itsname suggests; smooth, with a textureakin to velvet and a very classy look forthe home. The five new shades created: Cloister,Dovecote, Mead, Mullion and Mushroomwill further enhance the extensivecolour palette of velvets available.Ulster Velvet is woven in an 80% wool,20% nylon yarn blend and is suitable forextra heavy wear. Available in 5 colourmatching widths: 5m, 4m, 3m, 2m and1m, which help to reduce waste andsave on costs.(Unfortunately, in error, we showed thewrong image against the Ulster Velvetpiece in this column in the July issue ofStocklists, all apologies – we repeat ithere for you, so there is no confusion.)

News

Polyflor has announced the launch of Secura, its first multi-width luxuryvinyl sheet range.

Manufactured at the Teeside plant which has long been recognised byretailers and consumers as producing the highest quality printed vinylflooring, the Secura collection has been developed to enhance interiorswith designs that reflect the natural beauty of wood, stone and stylishabstract finishes. The collection of 26 colours is available in 2, 3 and 4metre widths and features a 0.35mm wear layer and R10 slip resistancemaking it suitable for both heavy domestic and light commercialapplications.

“This collection broadens our offering to the sector comprising bothmodern and traditional luxury vinyl designs in a multi-width sheet form,”comments Tom Rollo, Polyflor’s Marketing Manager. “We have once againinvested heavily in stunning installation photography to truly showcase theSecura range which is beautifully presented in an 84 page brochure.”

As the Secura collection has been developed for the semi commercialand domestic interior market it is ideal for specification into public andprivate housing developments and light commercial projects.

Unlike other Polyflor heterogeneous vinyl ranges Secura can be loose laidin almost all domestic locations, offering reduced installation time andsignificant cost savings. Secura is also 100% recyclable via Recofloor, theleading vinyl take-back scheme.

T 0161 767 1111 www.polyflor.com

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