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Index Page Contact Price No No List Date

� ABINGDON 57 01274 655662 —

� BALTA 39 + 32 56 62 11 —

�BONDWORTH 20 01562 745000 June 2011

�BRITISH WOOL 71 01274 688 666 —

�BROCKWAY CARPETS LTD. 21 01562 828200 Feb 2012

� BRONTË 22 01282 862736 —

�CARPENTER BC 01457 861141 —

� CARPET & FLOORING — 01527 511860 —

� COLUMBIA FLOORING 19,23 0208 443 3322 —

� CORMAR FC 01204 881234 —

� CYBERGOLD 54 01494 761814 —

� DYNE 37 0161 877 8877 —

� F.BALL 4,51 01538 361633 —

� FELLS 34 01977 662211 —

� FITA 73 01159 506836 —

� FLOORWISE 18 01509 673974 —

� FURLONG FLOORING IFC, 24,25,45 01772 696787 Nov 2010

� GEORGIAN — 01827 831430 —

� GREENDALE GROUP 65-57 01432 852000 —

� INTERFLOOR 41 01706 213131 —

� J2 FLOORING 61 01704 536421 —

� KINGSMEAD 53 01827 831427 —

� LANO 49 00800 5266 5266 —

� MANX 26 01827 831 434 —

�MASTER WEAVERS 27 01562 754382 —

� MERRYFIELD 59 01422 373799 —

� MODULEO 39 — —

�MOHAWK 28,55 01480 479830 —

�NICF 73 0115 958 3077 —

� NOVOSTRAT 44 00353 61 339287 —

� QA PRODUCTS 43 0151 427 6000 —

� RACKHAMS 29 020 85319225 —

� RHYS DAVIES 63 02920 810587 —

� SIMON CHARLES 38 0800 126 750 —

� SKILLS GROUP 61 0845 308 1400 —

� SOLENT WHOLESALE CARPET 30 01243 774623 May/Jun 2012

� STS FLOORING DISTRIBUTORS 31 0845 341000 May 2012

�TELENZO 32 01422 374417 —

� THE FLOORING SHOW 47 01423 779967 —

�T & E DISPLAY GROUP 38 0121 585 7600 —

�WESTON HAMMER 33 0845 644 9090 —

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Get into bedsNational Bed Show welcomes

flooring retailers who are ready to divesify

pages 74

UnderlayForum: Opportunitiesundervalued?page 72

Wool Week is comingSheep take centre stage inOctober promotion page 71

Selling seasonMarket leaders gear up their launch programme

page 35-36, 40

FlooringNews starts on page 35

FlooringFactsheets

Weighing inHeavyweight carpets buck the market pages 68-70

Roll upFocussing on distribution

with Rhys Daviespage 63

Adhesives 4

Buying Groups 8-9

Carpet Company Directory 14-15

Carpet trouble-shooter 12-13

Carpet Types 5

Underlay 10

Wholesaler Distribution Directory 16-18

Wool Fibre Page 11

Woolsafe: the carpet care guide 6-7

Classified advertising...........................................page 75

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

� wholesalers/distributors � adhesives

ISSN 2046-7338 © Mayville Publishing Co. Ltd. 2011 Issue: 450Every care is taken in compiling this magazine, but the proprietors assume no responsibility in the effects arising therefrom.

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Exhibitors p48

Demonstrations p48

Previews p50-54

Retail seminar programme p56

Commercial conference p56

Floor plans p58-64

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Adhesives

Flooring Factsheet


TUFTED

With advances in manufacturing technology, 95% of all carpet

produced today is tufted. It takes about an hour to make a roll of

carpet that might take eight hours to weave. To make tufted carpet,

hundreds of yarn-threaded needles are pushed through the primary

backing fabric to form loops or tufts, which may be left as is or cut.

A heavy adhesive coating is applied to hold the tufts in place and a

secondary backing is usually glued on for strength and stability.

A wide variety of styles and textures can then be created using

various techniques.

LOOP PILE

Berber • Berber carpets look like and are named after a handmade,

bulky wool carpet made by the Berber tribes of North Africa and Asia.

The loops are made from thick or bulky yarns of wool, nylon,

polypropylene or a blend of these fibres to give a cushioned effect

underfoot. These carpets are available in an assortment of colours and

may be flecked and can be either level loop or multilevel loop.

Level loop • When all the loops are of the same height, a highly

flexible and durable carpet is created which has a natural, casual

appearance even when (commonly) it is made from synthetic fibres.

The tight loop texture tends to hide marks so it’s a good blend

between luxury and practicality.

Multi-level loop • The loops vary to two or sometimes three loop

heights to create informal, random textures which are very forgiving

for marks and stains and therefore very suitable for high traffic areas

and busy family rooms.

CUT PILE

Freize • Frieze (pronounced free-say) carpets are similar to saxony,

but the yarns are more tightly twisted and should always be heat set.

They have a dense, low pile surface which creates a coarse, pebbly

texture. Frieze carpets are very durable and hide footprints, dust and

dirt, which makes them suitable for heavy traffic areas.

Saxony • Saxony textures are made of twisted yarns, which should

be heat set. The tips remain very distinct, rather than blending together

to form a very elegant finish. Saxony textures show footprints and

vacuum marks so are suitable for more occasional rooms in the home.

More textured variations improve the practicality of saxonies.

Twist • The popular twist carpet is the cut-pile standard. The yarn is

tightly twisted and often heatset to retain this feature and the result is

a versatile, textured finish that is ideal for plain colours.

Velvet • Velvet textures (sometimes called ‘velour’ or ‘plush’) all have a

level surface pile of approx 5mm to 10mm height, which is then

sheared to give a smooth finish. With very little twist in the yarn, the

WOVEN

Woven carpet may be in a tiny minority of today’s production but

still produces some of the finest carpets which are used for

prestigious installations.

Axminster • The pile of the carpet is inserted into the backing

as it is woven and cut to length, creating U-shaped tufts to give a

velvety surface. The process locks in the fibre to create a carpet of

high durability and performance retention as well as a luxury feel.

The process allows for intricate designs and colours to be used –

although modern trends mean that the traditional patterned

axminster has given way to current fashion trends for plain carpets.

Wilton • Wilton woven carpets are produced in a similar way to

axminsters – the principal difference being that a continuous fibre

is woven all the way through. The carpet can be sheared to create

a range of cut and loop textured effects. The result is a high quality

carpet of unrivalled durability.

Flat weave • Manufactured in the same way as wilton, flat weave

is a loop pile which allows the yarn to be woven across a wider

area to created a flatter, more textured effect.

ends blend together which then further enhances the overall finish.

These carpets tend to ‘shade’ with heavy use. Footprints show easily

and the colour looks different from place to place because fibres

lying in different directions reflect the light differently. A luxury for

occasional rooms.

CUT AND LOOP

When some of the pile is cut and other left as loop, a variety of

surface textures and patterns can be created (in a variety of

colours). The multi-level surface is excellent for hiding footprints and

stains so cut and loop is good for high traffic areas and general

purpose rooms in the home.

Shag pile • Shag pile has varied in popularity. The pile is up to

50mm long and the texture is casual and loose but the surface

flattens easily and lacks durability.

BONDED

Bonded carpets (sometimes called ‘fibre-bonded’ or ‘fusion bonded’)

are created by firing fibres into an adhesive material – the fibres are

not stitched into the backing in any way. The technique is principally

used for commercial carpet tiles.

Tip Sheared Level Loop

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 to

the house is highly recommended, as they will

significantly reduce the rate at which the carpet will

soil. They should be of adequate size to allow street

dirt to be removed from shoe soles and must be

cleaned regularly themselves.

Regular MaintenanceRegular cleaning will extend the life of a carpet and

maintain its appearance. Vacuum clean regularly and

thoroughly, which removes gritty dirt that can

damage the fibres.

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

Beware of products claiming to be safe on all fibres,

including wool. It might be true, but if it does not have

the WOOLSAFE Mark, it is not endorsed by most carpet

manufacturers!

Never use any detergents such as dishwashing

liquids, soaps or other cleaners recommended for

general household use. Although they may clean the

carpet satisfactorily they will almost certainly cause

problems such as rapid re-soiling, colour bleeding or

other damage to the pile or backing of the carpet.

Use only WOOLSAFE approved products

WOOLSAFE-approved carpet

care products have been

independently and

scientifically tested and are

safe and effective for

cleaning and maintaining all

types of carpets and rugs.

Housekeeping Tips for Carpets and Rugs

Services for RetailersCustomer carpet care HELPLINE If you have trouble dealing with customer queries

like “How do I get red wine stains out of my carpet?”

Just give them our HELPLINE 01943 850 817 and we’ll give them the correct

advice. Simple.

Certified Operator NetworkFor experienced, specialist wool carpet cleaners

you can trust visit: www.woolsafe.org/find/a-

registered-carpet-cleaner.

WOOLSAFE Registered InspectorsSolve disputes with customers with our

independent carpet complaint Investigators. Just

visit: www.woolsafe.org/find/a-registered-carpet-

inspector and call your nearest inspector.

WOOLSAFEApproved ProductsHave confidence in the cleaning product you

recommend, use the WOOLSAFE Approved

Products Directory it contains only safe and

effective carpet cleaning products. For spot

removers visit: www.woolsafe.org/spotremovers

Carpet Care LeafletsWe offer to help you develop custom carpet care

literature and we also offer generic carpet care

leaflets designed to be given away with each cut of

carpet. Correct carpet maintenance shouldstart from day one.

Web pages and Links We offer to help you develop custom carpet care

pages for your website or you can link to our

website’s carpet care pages for up-to-date and

accurate advice.

Contact us by email, telephone or post to:

The WOOLSAFE Organisation

49 Boroughgate, Otley, LS29 8NR

Tel: 01943 850817

E-mail: [email protected] or visit

www.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 it

could do with a really good clean, you can either do

the job yourself, or you can call in a specialist carpet

cleaning company.

If you are considering cleaning the carpet or rug

yourself make sure to use only WOOLSAFEapproved products. Look for the WOOLSAFE Mark

on the bottle or package.

It is best to engage theservices of a professionalcarpet & upholstery cleaningcompany.To get a really expert

job done entrust the work to a

WOOLSAFE accredited carpet

cleaning company.

These companies are fully trained, have been in

business for a considerable length of time, are

members of one or more recognised professional

trade associations related to the cleaning industry

and have a reputation for top quality service. And

they use only WOOLSAFE-approved cleaningagents on your wool carpets and rugs!

If you have a problem with a carpet or rugthat requires an independent inspector, a network of

carpet complaint investigators, trained and registered

by The WOOLSAFE Organisation is available

throughout the UK and Ireland.

WOOLSAFE Registered Inspectorshave extensive experience in

investigating the causes for carpet

complaints based on their practical

involvement with carpets and rugs

over many years.

They are fully qualified to

investigate carpet and rug complaints on-site on

behalf of carpet manufacturers, retailers, cleaning

companies and carpet owners. They can carry out or

commission tests where required, and will provide

comprehensive reports.

To contact an inspector in your area call

01943 462127, email: [email protected], or

visit: www.woolsafe.org / Private Householder /

Registered Inspectors

The Green WOOLSAFE

Mark identifies those

products that not onlyare the most suitablefor wool and other quality

carpets, 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 Carewww.envirodri.com

Vacuum Cleaners - the Choice of Cleaning Professionals

www.sebo.co.uk

British Wool makes a BetterCarpet... Naturally

www.britishwool.org.uk

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, toilet

roll or clean cloth

• Scoop up or scrape off solids

• Try to identify unknown spots prior to treatment –

if unsure, 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; work

into the spot with a small, soft brush or sponge

• Take care with applying solvents to bitumen-backed

carpet tiles

• When using solvents always ensure there is plenty

of fresh air ventilation

• Always thoroughly rinse out water-based spotters

with 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 stronger

spot removers. Some stains you may find impossible

to remove completely in which case the assistance of

a professional carpet cleaner is required.

Life inspired cleaning innovationswww.bissell.com

WOOLSAFE ApprovedCarpet Cleaning Products

www.prochem.co.uk

Home of the Legendary CleaningProduct - Carpet Power

www.ozkleen.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 member

of 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 next

nearest member of each buying group

• Ensure you understand the financial arrangements, any

fees that would relate to your membership, how the

bills are paid and whether your fees are refundable if

it doesn’t work out. Ask the buying group for a

consultation to estimate your potential savings

• Review all the extra benefits and services to see what

you would actually use

• Check out the product ranges offered including the

own-label options and the UK/European mix

• Ensure you understand any rules that may limit your

flexibility to run your business the way you want

Why join?Buying groups have been a highly successful feature of

the floor retailing scene in the last decade or so, giving

independents the extra edge they need to compete

effectively with the retail park chains.

More than 1000 retailers are now members of one of

the several buying groups which operate in our sector

and the numbers are slowly, but steadily growing.

While the benefits of bulk buying power are self-evident,

the resistance to the buying group concept among non-

members appears to be centred on fears of

surrendering some control to a committee – and most

particularly compromising long-established relationships

and negotiated terms with current suppliers.

The bottom line is the bottom line. A retailer selling

across a broad range of products is likely to improve

margins within a buying group – but you don’t need a

leap of faith to join up. Ask the buying groups for answers...

Buying Groups

Pick the right one

www.smg-group.co.ukContact: David LewisTel: 0118 932 3832

[email protected]

www.greendalecarpets.co.ukContact: Rob Harding

Tel: 01432 852000Fax: 01432 852005

[email protected]

Associated Carpet Groupwww.smartercarpets.co.ukContact: Richard Moore

Tel: 01942 [email protected]

[email protected]

Key benefitsIncrease margins

• Group purchases to get beneficial rates

• Rebates

• Exclusive higher-margin products

• Special promotions

One of the key reasons to join a buying group is tobenefit from the discounts they negotiate as a bulkbuyer from manufacturers. The way discounts andrebates are passed on to members varies betweengroups so make sure it’s absolutely clear how this will bedone. You’ll need to work out how this compares withdiscounts you have already negotiated locally withpreferred suppliers.

Increase sales

• ‘Best of both worlds’ proposition

• Wider ranges and exclusive products

• POS, displays and merchandising support

Your customers will like the proposition that you areindependent but with the buying power of a group –this gives 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 bodies

Some buying groups offer an excellent range of otherservices which may be valuable to your business.Financial services include invoice factoring, credit, loansand insurance. 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

• Helpline

A 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 andworkshops to help you develop your business. Thenetwork gives you someone to call when you needadvice on, for example, an unusual installation, a technicalconsumer complaint, legal issue or business dilemma.

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

[email protected]

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

www.flooringone.co.ukContact: Glenn Harding

Tel: 0121 683 [email protected]

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Flooring One

Grow your Profit Margins. At Flooring One we understand the costs that go with running a business. It is your business; it is your biggest asset and our aim is toprovide support and services to help you grow your SALES and PROFITS. We do not interfere in your business we support you! Notonly do you have the financial strength of a 200 strong flooring group behind you, you also have access to product and buyinginformation, offers, marketing, rebates and genuine exclusivity. AIS/Flooring One has had a name and reputation in the flooring industryfor over 30 years and is renowned for the quality of its members all over the UK. If you want to be part of the best join Flooring One.

The Flooring Show,held annually in

Solihull, is a key event,offering members a

valuable opportunityto meet each other,

leading manufacturers,ancillary suppliers and, of course, the

Flooring One team.

Maximum buying power, increased profits. Our collective buying power means that major flooring manufacturers are attractedto do business with our members and on some of the best cost price andsettlement terms available, often with annual rebates. Our centralised payment ofaccounts system guarantees regular payments to suppliers and your administrationis greatly reduced. Our experienced in-house team also source exclusiveproducts and develop own label ranges to display alongside manufacturer’s brands,precluding direct price comparison and consequential profit reductions. What’s more,our merchandising team are constantly in the field supporting your business andthe superb display stands available from Flooring One.

Marketing support. It’s not easy for an independent retailer to match the sheer marketing power of anational retail network. That’s why Flooring One developed an annual Member’sMarketing manual. Containing everything from an image library, templates andheadlines, to complete colour advertisements for seasonal campaigns. The manualcomes with easy to follow instructions and CD’s allowing members to create theirown individual yet highly professional campaigns.

If you are interested in finding out more about Flooring One and all of the other services available to members please contact

GLENN HARDING Cranmore Park, Cranmore Avenue, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4LF TEL: 0121 683 1426 FAX 0121 713 4451

EMAIL [email protected] www.flooringone.co.uk

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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 carpet

Poor or old underlay will...• Feel hard and unwelcoming

• Reduce carpet life

• Cause wrinkling and premature wear spots

• Cause carpet fibres to break down more quickly

• Not meet British Standards

How thick? A maximum of 12mm is recommended (working with

gripper will be difficult thereafter) but rooms with heavy

traffic will need a thinner, denser pad. The combination

of thickness and density is all important as a thick

underlay with low density may not perform well.

Typically, the thicker the underlay, the better quality it will

need to be – 11mm is often used for luxury installations

with 9mm and 7mm the common domestic thickness.

In a tight market for margins, underlay for carpet and

laminate flooring offers retailers one of the best

opportunities to add value to every sale – with good

profitability, trade-up potential once benefits are

understood and high satisfaction levels with customers.

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

Retailers should create an assumption that new

underlay is always required, the only decision is which

type. It’s also a good target-setter for sales staff.

Setting up in-store demonstrations so customers can

walk on samples with different grades of underlay and

feel the difference has shown excellent results – some

manufacturers offer point-of-sale units.

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 whencomfort is desired.

Benefitswww.numa-online.co.uk

www.interfloor.com

www.interfloor.com

www.carpenter.limited.uk

www.floorwise.co.uk

Types

Sponge rubber Crumb

Combination PU foam


THE BEST CARPET WOOL

Wool carpets have a historic reputation for quality because as afibre it is known to withstand pressure and have excellentappearance retention properties. The best wool for carpetproduction is ‘strong’ wool and this is grown on sheep breeds foundin Britain and New Zealand. Most carpets will contain both BritishWool and New Zealand Wool because British Wool is more bulkyand resilient and offers texture and unique heathery shades tocarpet, whilst New Zealand wool is softer and whiter andparticularly good for plain, lighter shaded ranges. Combining the twowithin a blend for carpet yarn gives manufacturers the perfectqualities 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 itsperformance. However manufacturers choose to use synthetic fibreswithin the yarn blend for a number of reasons. These include fibreflexibility, dyeing, heat setting, stain resistance, durability and cost.These wool rich compositions offer industry standard carpets whichwill perform well 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 lastingdurability. The natural crimp of wool offers valuable ‘bounce-back’ so thatpile compression 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 retentionand energy 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 incontract locations 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 inthe home. It breathes and absorbs humidity in the air, releasing it whenthe atmosphere 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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COLOUR MATCHINGCarpets are produced in batches - known ascreels - and usually each batch produces between500m2 - 3000m2 in a single width, depending onthe creel size. Whilst the recipe used by the dyerremains constant, 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 onblended colours (Heathers etc). To ensure perfectcolour matching it is advisable that a single widthbe used in any installation requiring exact colourmatching.

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 notbe from the same batch as current productionand therefore should be used as a guide and notan exact 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 isonly a small fraction of the total fibre contained inthe carpet.

PULLED LOOPSPulled loops occur only in looped pile carpetwhere one or more loops in the continuous pileis pulled through the primary backing of thecarpet. 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 offendingend level with the rest of the pile. They should notbe left as this could result in further loops beingpulled and developing into a ladder.

SPROUTINGOccasionally an odd tuft or two can work its wayto the surface and stand proud of the rest of thepile. This is probably due to one end of the tuftbeing 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. Theyshould never be pulled out.

SHADINGShading occurs because the pile of the carpet hasbecome crushed, flattened or brushed in adifferent direction to the natural lie of the pilewhilst in situ. This causes light reflection atdiffering angles resulting in the creation of lightand dark patches on the carpet. This will occur onall pile fabrics but can be more noticeable onplainer carpets because the shadows created bypile pressure will not be disguised by a heavypattern 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.

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PILE REVERSAL(SEE SHADING)

Like shading, this occurs when the pile or nap ofthe carpet changes direction and thus reflects lightat different angles showing the effects of shadingwhich can become permanent. It is also describedas ‘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 disguisethe effects. It can occur quite quickly afterinstallation. A tremendous amount of research hasbeen carried out over many years by manyinstitutes to determine the cause of thisphenomenon but none of it has proved conclusive.There is no commonly known manufacturingprocess which can cause or cure this phenomenonand therefore it is not a manufacturing fault. Forfurther information 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 considerabletime, 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 spreadthe load and the net result is a larger area of lessdeeply indented 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 tobe evaluated 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 upthe pile can be beneficial. Care must be take notto over 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 greateror lesser degree dependant on the amount oftraffic to which it is subjected and the construction(tuft density/pile fibre/height/weight) of theproduct concerned.

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 dustsometimes shows itself as spots on the carpet, thisis due to the air carried on a draught under thecarpet escaping through minute holes both in theunderlay and the carpet, leaving dust deposited onthe pile much like a filter action. In suchinstallations, the use of a lining paper is essential asa 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 complaintis to be avoided.

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

This information is given by

responsible manufacturers

to help you help your

customer to make

an informed choice.

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


Abingdon Flooring 01274 655694

Adam Carpets LtdBe Tu Tw W Ww 01562 829966

Alternative Flooring 01264 335111

Associated WeaversTw Tu 01422 431100

Avena Carpets LtdTu Ww 01422 330261

Axwoven Carpets LtdAx Be 0121 550 5788

Axminster Carpets LtdAx Be Tw 01297 32244

Bajong Carpets NVTu Tw W +32 56783250

Balta Industries Tu Tw W Ww +32 56 62 2211

Beaulieu International GroupBe Pr Tu Tw +32 56 67 66 11

Belvedere CarpetsTu W 020 8800 0740

[email protected]

www.belvederecarpets.co.uk

Betap Tufting BVTu Tw W +31 383 861 060

BIC CarpetsBe Tw W +32 56 23 54 10

Bizspoke Custom CarpetsBe Tw W 01924 488882

Blenheim CarpetsAx Be Tw W Ww 020 7823 3040

BMK 0113 380 5333

Bond Worth LtdAx 01562 745000

BrintonsAx Tu Tw W Ww 0800 505055

Brockway Carpets LtdTw W 01562 828200

[email protected] www.brockway.co.uk

Bronte Carpets LtdBe Tu Tw W 01282 862 736

[email protected]

www.brontecarpets.co.uk

BurmatexTu 01924 262525

Cavalier Carpets LtdAx Be Tu Tw W Ww 01254 268000

Christy CarpetsTu 019078 308777

Clarendon CarpetsTw 01675 433066

Classis CarpetsTu W Ww 0870 020 1725

Condor Carpets BVTu +31 38 4778911

Cormar Carpets LtdTu Tw W 01204 881 234

[email protected]

www.cormarcarpets.co.uk

Couristan CarpetsAx Tu W Ww 800 223 6186

Craigie CarpetsBe 01294 558400

Creative Carpets LtdBe Tu Tw W 0116 284 1455

Creatuft CarpetsTu W +32 56 35 4444

Custom Carpet CompanyAx Be Tu Tw W Ww 01737 830301

Dan-Floor UKW 0844 9151000

Domo FloorcoveringPr Tu Tw +32 55 335211

Drury Lane Carpets LtdBe Tu Tw W 01254 296829

E & WE CarpetsW 01562 825952

Edel Telenzo Carpets LtdTu Tw W 01422 374 417

[email protected]

www.edeltelenzocarpets.co.uk

Enterprise Weaving CoBe Ww 01562 745030

Fells CarpetsWw 01977 662211

[email protected]

www.fellscarpets.co.uk

Fetcham Furnishings LtdTw 020 8944 6220

Fletco Taepper A/STu W +45 96 60 3000

Firth Carpets & FlooringBe Pr Tu Tw W Ww 01484 721529

Furlong FlooringTw W 01772 696 787

[email protected]

www.furlongflooring.co.uk

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Gaskell Wool RichTu Tw W 01827 831525

Gaskell Mackay Carpets LtdAx Tu Tw W 01429 892525

Georgian CarpetsTu Tw W 01827 831430

Godfrey Hirst (GB) LtdTu 0800 526696

Halbmond TeppichwerkeBe Pr Tu +49 037 421 420

Heckmondwike FB 01924 410544

ITCBe Pr Tw Tu 0032 51 424 411

John Lanham Watts CarpetsAx Tw Ww 01937 588511

John Evans LtdAx Tu Tw W 07850 935301

Joseph Hamilton & SeatonW 01827 831400

Kingsmead CarpetsTu Tw W 01827 831 424

Lano NVAx Pr Tu Tw W Ww +32 56 65 [email protected]

Le Tissage d'ArcadeAx Ww +32 05685 4747

Lecaflor LtdAx Be Pr Tu Tw W Ww 0800 78 33 712

Leigh Spinners LtdTw 01942 673232

Louis de PoortereW +32 56 393 386

LusotufoTu 01388 664101

Manx CarpetsTw W 01827 831 434

Master WeaverW Ww 01562 754 382

Mayfield CarpetsTu Tw W 01706 639 866

MID NLBe +31 38 851 8700

ModulyssBe Tu Tw Pr +32 52 457211

Mohawk Europe01480 479830

[email protected] 01480 471304

www.mohawkinternational.com

Mr TomkinsonTw Ww 01827 831 450

Ossfloor UK 01675 433031

Penthouse CarpetsTu Tw W 01706 341231

Phoenox Textiles Pr Tu 01484 863227

Pownall CarpetsTw W 0845 6528811

Roger Vanden Berghe.NVTu Ww +32 56 73 57 11

Ryalux Carpets LtdBe Tu Tw W 0845 652 8811

Sans Frontieres LtdBe Pr Tu Tw W Ww 0844 5611977

Shaw Home FoundationsTu 01675 433 501

Signature CarpetsBe Tu W 01422 845075

TAT Carpet 07976 607657

Tapibel NVPr Tu Tw 01623 481 221

Tasibel NVTw +32 52 499600

The Grosvenor Wilton CoW Ww 01562 701456

The Sultana Carpet CoAx 01299 822300

The Wilton Carpet CoAx W Ww 0845 296 8850

Thomas Witter UK LtdTu Tw 0870 1128318

Timzo Tufting Industry BVTu +31 38 385 4477

Tisca TiaraTu Ww +41 71 791 0111

Trendy Tuft DesignsBe Tu Tw W 01274 855080

Ulster CarpetsAx Be Tu Tw W Ww 02838 334433

United Carpets & BedsTw W Ww 01709 732 666

Victoria CarpetsTu Tw W Ww 01562 749300

Vorwerk 08700 104484

Westex CarpetsTu 01274 861334

Weston HammerW 0845 644 9090

Whitestone Weavers LtdAx Be Tu Tw W Ww 01429 892555

Wilkies CarpetsTw 0113 307 9955

Woodward GrosvenorAx Tu Tw W Ww 0800 526696

Wool ClassicsTu Ww 0207 349 1560

Woven Carpets of KidderminsterW 01299 827477

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The StocklistsWholesale Distribution DirectoryNationalMercadoLeeds

0113 3802900

[email protected]

www.mercado.co.uk

Fells CarpetsGoole01977 [email protected]


North EastCarpet & Flooring Gateshead

0191 482 7373

[email protected]

www.carpetandflooring.co.uk

Fells CarpetsGoole

01977 [email protected]


Floorwise (North East) Ltd Birtley - see Floorwise p18

Vanguard CarpetsRedditch

0845 601 1189

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carpetandflooring.co.uk

www.vanguardcarpets.co.uk

Wood Floor SalesRedditch

01527 511888

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North West A&A CarpetsManchester

01204 701188

[email protected]

www.aandacarpets.co.uk

D. M. Miller LtdManchester

0161 205 9949

[email protected]

www.dmmillerltd.spaces.lives.com

Fells CarpetsGoole

01977 [email protected]


Kellars LtdStockport

0161 443 0970

[email protected]

Lee Floorstok LtdLiverpool - see Floorwise p18

Lee Floorstok LtdManchester - see Floorwise p18

MCA Floorwise LtdMorecambe - see Floorwise p18

Mytton Flooring Norwich - see Floorwise p18

Millbrook CarpetsDarwen

01254 703999

[email protected]


0845 601 1189




Carpet & FlooringManchester

0161 786 6800

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0121 421 9131

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DMS Flooring SuppliesNorthampton

0845 643 5601

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dmsflooringsupplies.co.uk

Floorwise D & J LtdSoutham - see Floorwise p18

J J Wholesale & Distribution LtdBirmingham

0121 765 4994

[email protected]

RPS FlooringMansfield Woodhouse

- see Floorwise p18

STS Flooring DistributorsWatford

08454 342000

[email protected]

www.stsflooring.com

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Woodall Brothers Ltd Shrewsbury - see Floorwise p18

EastBeds FlooringBedford

01234 341234

[email protected]

www.bedsflooring.co.uk

Faithfull FloorcoveringSuffolk

01473 822341

[email protected]

www.faithfulls.co.uk

STS Flooring Distributors LtdCambridge

Tel: 01954 781142

[email protected]

www.stsflooring.com

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South EastAcorn Carpet AccessoriesBromley, Kent - see Floorwise p18

Ashmount Flooring SuppliesLtd Tottenham

0208 808 2158

[email protected]

www.ashmountflooring.co.uk

Beds FlooringBedford

01234 341234

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www.bedsflooring.co.uk

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020 8525 5691

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Carpet & Flooring Camberley

01276 672100

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Clifford Floors Strood

01634 285900

[email protected]

Culpeck Strood

01634 299000

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Columbia FlooringMiddlesex

020 8443 3322

[email protected]

www.columbiaflooring.co.uk


DMS Flooring SuppliesHemel Hempstead

0845 643 5344

[email protected]

DMS Flooring SuppliesMilton Keynes

0845 643 5320

[email protected]

Faithfulls Service CentreKent

01322 285001

Faithfulls Service CentreWalthamstow

0208 498 3040

[email protected]

Faithfull FloorcoveringSuffolk

01473 822341

[email protected]

www.faithfulls.co.uk

Kent Flooring Supplies LtdChatham

01634 668668

[email protected]

www.kentflooring.co.uk

Littner HamptonLondon

020 8520 8474

[email protected]

www.littnerhamptoncarpets.co.uk

Potts & Ward, Woodcocks LtdBrighton

01273 557211

[email protected]

www.pwwflooring.co.uk

RackhamsLondon

020 8531 9225

[email protected]

www.rackhamsltd.co.uk


Salesmark Lancing - see Floorwise p18

Solent Wholesale CarpetWest Sussex

01243 774623

[email protected]

www.solentwholesale.co.uk


STS Flooring Distributors Orpington/Croydon

0845 434 1000

[email protected]

www.stsflooring.com

see page 30 for details


0845 601 1189

customerservices.redditch@carpet

andflooring.co.uk


Wessex Flooring Amesbury - see Floorwise p18


01527 511888

[email protected]


South West Carpet & Flooring Bristol0117 316 [email protected]

Fitwell Flooring Ltd Redruth - see Floorwise p18

Fitwell Flooring LtdNewton Abott - see Floorwise p18

Solent Wholesale CarpetWest Sussex01243 [email protected] page 29 for details

STS Flooring DistributorsThame (Oxford)01844 [email protected] page 30 for details

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

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

ScotlandCarpet & FlooringGlasgow0141 427 [email protected]

C. K. Davie Ltd Aberdeen - see Floorwise p18

C. K. Davie LtdDundee - see Floorwise p18

Headlam Scotland North Lanarkshire

01698 831 000

[email protected]

www.headlamscotland.co.uk

Neil Smith Ltd Glasgow - see Floorwise p18

WalesCarpet & Flooring Bristol

0117 316 0555

[email protected]


Roma Flooring Neath - see Floorwise p18


0845 601 1189

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01527 511888

[email protected]


IrelandProvincial Floorcoverings LtdDublin - see Floorwise p18

Provincial Floorcoverings LtdBelfast - see Floorwise p18

Provincial Floorcoverings LtdLimerick - see Floorwise p18

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Acorn Carpet Accessories 16Bromley, KentTel: 020 8462 0422 Fax: 020 8462 0927

C. K. Davie Ltd 1AberdeenTel: 01224 820077 Fax: 01224 822344

C. K. Davie Ltd 2DundeeTel: 01382 226533 Fax: 01382 226544

Fitwell Flooring Ltd 20Redruth, CornwallTel: 01209 214344 Fax: 01209 211162

Fitwell Flooring Ltd 19Newton Abbot, DevonTel: 01626 835935 Fax: 01626 834334

Floorwise D & J Ltd 13Southam, WarksTel: 01926 814922 Fax: 01926 817899

Floorwise (North East) 5Ltd Birtley, County DurhamTel: 0191 410 7070 Fax: 0191 410 6116

Lee Floorstok Ltd 8 LiverpoolTel: 0151 708 7420 Fax: 0151 708 7241

Lee Floorstok Ltd 7ManchesterTel: 0161 231 8080 Fax: 0161 231 8787

MCA Floorwise Ltd 6Morecambe, LancashireTel: 01524 33517 Fax: 01524 381852

Mytton Flooring 14Norwich, NorfolkTel: 01603 624387 Fax: 01603 612888

Neil Smith Ltd 3GlasgowTel: 0141 552 1141 Fax: 0141 552 0623

Provincial Floorcoverings Ltd 4 BelfastTel: 028 9075 3202Fax: 028 9075 3901

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Roma Flooring 15Neath, West GlamorganTel: 01639 633001 Fax: 01639 646116

RPS Flooring 11Mansfield Woodhouse,NottinghamshireTel: 01623 624198 Fax: 01623 620931

Salesmark 17Lancing, West SussexTel: 01903 750522 Fax: 01903 851111

Wessex Flooring 18Amesbury, WiltshireTel: 01980 625888 Fax: 01980 676969

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ALAN CHEETHAMM: 07966 263571GREATER [email protected]

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

North West



Sandhurst RangeThe Wilton Sandhurst range is woven with 24 beautifuland modern colours. This plain twist is a great choicefor both 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 additionalwarmth.

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% nylonand is 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

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



Wilton Sandhurst

Wilton Contrast

Axminster Contrast

Axminster Marble Planet


Ian PullingerLondon N,W, NW & EPostals, Essex & Middx(Within M25) 07881-502506

James WhiteLondon SW Postals,Surrey (West of A24), Beds,Berks, Bucks, Herts (Westof A1) 07881-502508

Paul Henson Essex (Outside M25)Cambs, Suffolk, Herts(East of A1) 07837-295379

Phil WheelerLondon SE Postals, Kent,Surrey (East of A24) &Sussex 07881-502507

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

Area Sales Executives

We also stock Ball & Young Underlays,Accessories, Entrance Matting and offer aSpecial Order Service on products fromvirtually every flooring manufacturer inexistence! 48 hour Delivery Service on all

Balterio Laminate Ranges.

GRAPHICS / CONTRACT GELSArena EnduranceScalaSentinel

NATURAL EFFECTAnconaAutumn SunsetCashmere 4&5MCountry Treasure 4&5MChallenger BerberGold FieldsHopscotch 2012Houndstooth TweedIvory Coast 2012London Life 4&5MPromenadeRocca Rustic TreasureSan Salvador 4&5MShetland/Shetland Design 4&5MSilver StateSloane Square 4&5m

SAXONY / SHAG PILEChamonixCleopatraHalf CenturyNew CenturySaxon KingSomerset‘Stay at Home’ SaxonySupreme EleganceTennessee

CORD, NEEDLEPUNCH &ENTRANCE MATTINGBedford GelBoleroExplorerHippo MatGalaLineaMagnum MatMagnus MatRackcord 2012ScorpioSupacord

TWISTS - STAIN RESISTAtmosphereBriar TwistChislehurstClydeDesert Twist Deluxe 4&5mDublin Heather Dublin Twist 2011Easy HeathersFairfield Supreme 4&5MHeathertwist DesignHeathertwist Supreme 4&5mHelmsleyMoorland TwistPembridge TwistRhapsodySalt ‘n’ PepaStain-Tex Twist 4&5MStartwist / Startwist Supreme 4&5M

TWISTS - WOOLCitation TwistDiscovery 4&5MEden Twist 30/40/50 4&5MIconic Twist 40/50 4&5MInspire Twist 30/40Paramount 30/40 4&5MSuper Sixty 4&5MThe Berber Twist Collection 40/50 4&5MUltimate Textures 4&5MUltimate Berber Twist 4&5MUltimate Twist 40/50 4&5MUltimate Luxury 4&5M

VELOUR / VELVETDesigners Dream

WILTONParallel LinesRenaissanceUltimate WiltonOaklandVINYL / SMOOTH FLOORINGBlackjack Casino RoyaleChampionChequersEclipse 2012 - Part IEclipse 2012 - Part IIMojo 2012Puregrip XLSuregrip XLThunderball

CARPET TILESBedford CordCapital PlusHeuga 727MagnesiumNeutronPositronProtonQuark

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Summer of Sportspecial price

guide!

In the year that price is King,Rackhams are proud to remain

the King of prices!!

RALPH’S TOP TIP!Dukes, Reds, Talk Of The South, Faces... There was a time when every Friday night would find merubbing my fleece round the legs of some lovely ladies on a sweaty nightclub dancefloor. Yet suddenlyI find myself at home on a Friday night, is it my advancing years or could it be the installation of‘Stay at Home’ Saxony back in the barn that is keeping me there? The luxury is sublime... I just can’tseem to tear myself away from this level of comfort... I really must be getting old... hang on, is thatThe Bee Gees I hear... You Should be Dancing...? It is! Where’s my jacket, I’m off...!

VICTORIACastillionCeltic Heathers Crown TwistEasiCare - Full Collection

Gaelic HeathersImperial VelvetKelsoNatural AccentsNatural Companions (Sisal, Chenille, Ridge)Options 288Regal TwistRustic JewelsTudor Twist CollTudor Manor

LANOBoleroCampus X-tremeChiselhurstHeather Twist DesignHeather Twist SupremePembridge TwistSentinelStartwist Coll

BALTACasablancaDesert Twist DeluxeFiestaFusion Happy DaysHigh FlyersHighland TweedGala Cord-all options in stockMoorland TwistNobilityRosemountSaxon KingShetland Shepherd TwistStainsafe FavouriteSuper WiltaxTechnoTwisty

LUSOTUFOCeltic Horizon MandalyPavillion VelvetSafiSintra BoucleTangierTitan & Tital DiagonalTwist BerberUniqueValencia

CORMARApolloBerwick 40/50Home Counties 42/50Living NaturalsMalabarOaklands 32Oaklands 42Oaklands 50Primo PlusSensation

BROCKWAYAmore Stripe CollectionAvantiCavendishCraftsman EliteCresta 40/Cresta 50Orion/Orion MajorRadnor 30/Radnor 40

DOMOAbsolute LuxuryBriar TwistCabaretFestival TwistHeather TwistMountain PeaksPlaygroundPortofinoPrimaScorpio

IVCClassic LimestoneComfylux Extra ExpressionsFantasyFusionMaster GripPlanet Precious MetalsPrestoTile StylesUltimate OakUltimate MineralsVictoria

ITCBelgraviaConcertoConsulHeritage CollectionPalace

TAPIBELCachetMelodyNevadaReedsSysoltex Homested/Aran/CrofterToscana

BEAULIEU carpets Adventure TwistAthena DublinDublin HeathersExplorerEnduranceFashion/GalleryGrass CollectionHeavy Tread MarsMotor CarProntoSelectionsSweet HomesYucatan

vinyls Celtic Stone - New Colours

ChessComfort GripGrandiosoJazzMagnumSherwood Oak Studio Sonata Urban

laminatesEssentials (previously Casa)Cottage

MOHAWK CARPETSCentury Collection- Century- Half Century

Presidential Collection- Independence- Liberty- Freedom (4&5M)- Splendor

MISCELLANEOUSCAVALIERCelebrationsCountry CollectionHamlet Parish and Village

LEIGH SPINNERSAtlasVelour

THOMAS WITTERInnovations

C&H Homestyle LVT - planks and tiles

PARAGONToccarre Carpet Tiles

Solent Wholesale Carpet Company LtdCARPET, FLOORCOVERING & ACCESSORY WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTORSTelephone: 01243 774623 Fax: 01243 533636 E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.solentwholesale.com Zola Park, Barnfield Drive, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 6UX.

CHECK STOCK, PLACE ORDERS AND MANAGE YOUR ACCOUNT 24/7 ALL THROUGH OUR WEBSITE

We carry other products not listed above, and can also provide a swift special order service on non stock lines. Our reps and sales office would be pleased to answer all enquiries. Our last Price List is dated September/October 2012.

Oxford, Berks, Bucks, Beds, Hants, Middlesex & Herts . . . . Ian Cardrick, [email protected], mobile: 07973 406329Sussex E & W, Surrey, South London & Kent. . . . . . . . . . . . John Robson, [email protected], mobile: 07973 898453Hants, Wilts, Dorset, Somerset, Gloucs, & I.O.W.. . . . . . . . . . . Adam Ayling, [email protected], mobile: 07973 406799Accessary Sales and IT Specialist (All Areas). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Luke Crooks, [email protected], mobile: 07966 664379



DID YOU KNOW?STS Flooring Distributors Ltd stock a large range

of carpets and carpet tiles via our 5 depots

orPIngton • CroYDon • WAtForD • CAMBrIDge • oXForD (tHAMe)

08454 341000 08454 342000

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

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rachel Sherwood 07801 762724

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Dana Baldock 07801 762725

AreA MAnAgerS - SoutHern

Mirka Mihulcova 07500 847566

South/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

STS GOLDLINE STOCK CARPETSAbbey Twist 30/40Aston TwistBernwood DesignBernwood TwistBernwood SupremeBernwood Heather SupremeBlenheim Twist 40Blenheim Twist 50Cherwell CordChislehurstClassic Berber TwistFairfield CreationFairfield SupremeGladiator SupremeHarrier FeltHarrier GelHarrier Supreme GelHeathdaleMedicareMulticare Classic New Valley TwistOrinoco IIRavensbury Twist 32/40/50ScalaSerenitySupersava Elite

BALTA STOCK CARPETSGala CordNew Shepherd Twist

EDEL TELENZOHerculesLawrenceLimaPuma

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LANO STOCK CARPETSBoleroChislehurst Fairfield CreationFairfield SupremeHeather Twist DesignHeather Twist SupremePembridge TwistSapphireScalaScala SolutionsStartwistStartwist Supreme

CORMAR STOCK CARPETSApolloBerwick 40/50Forest HillsLiving NaturalsMalabar TexturesNatural Berber TwistOaklands 32/42/50Primo DelightPrimo PlusPrimo TweedsPrimo UltraSensationTown & Country

BEAULIEU INTERNATIONALDublin EliteRanger

FIBRE BONDEDEcocord Supacord

CARPET STOCK TILESAscotBeckenhamCheltenham Clipper IICroydonCroydon ImpactHeuga 727 (Interface)KestonLafitte (Gradus)Latour (Gradus)SaturnSeries Collection (Interface)

STOCK UNDERLAYSBlue HeavenCirrusCloud Nine ContractCloud Nine Super ContractCosi 8mm & 10mmCumulus Durafit 500Durafit 650Goldtred CollectionHeatflow CollectionNimbus Willow GreenRoma Silver LiningTredaire EliteTreadmore


ChelseaOlympus

Chelsea

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]

Yorkshire & North Lincs John AlsopT: 01904 762471 M: 07860 572220E: [email protected]

Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, DorsetBrendan Hart M: 07850 130221E: [email protected]

Lincs, Leics, Northants, Notts, Derbyshire Jim Osborne M: 07738 642934E: [email protected]

Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks,OxfordshireNiall Martin M: 07866 735772 E: [email protected]

South Wales, Bristol,Gloucestershire, Wiltshire Andrew Jefferies M: 07831 457102E: [email protected]

Lancashire, Cumbria & Isle of ManJohn Rostron M: 07973 733208E: [email protected]

East Anglia, Bedfordshire, Cambs,Essex, Herts, Norfolk, SuffolkJonathan Hart T: 01621 817992 M: 07889 264466 E: [email protected]

West MidlandsPaul BrewerT: 0121 4277117 M: 07798 745181E: [email protected]

Greater Manchester, Cheshire, North Wales Philip HambletonT: 01925 740050 M: 07966 397676E: [email protected]

North EastRebecca Gibbons M: 07970 491215E: [email protected]

ScotlandTim TindalT: 01436 671421 M: 07836 705620E: [email protected]

Channel Islands, Isle of Wight John Eastlake T: 01323 896141 M: 07885 398858E: [email protected]

Northern Ireland Gary O’Boyle M: 07831 220675E: [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 CONTACTSOperations Manager: Lesley Inman M: 07703 337989 E: [email protected]

FULL SPRINT AHEAD FORHARROGATE !We’re looking forward to welcoming customers old and new to our stand at theHarrogate Flooring Show. Added attractions – over and above exciting new productconcepts you can be the first to see – include the chance to win one of this year’s must-have gadgets, the iPad. And why not join us on Sunday afternoon from 4-6pm:we’re having a little soirée, with drinks and nibbles plus some musical entertainmentfrom our very own sales director Robert Mulder!

We’re feeling quite patriotic

about our aptly named gold stars

of 2012 – Hampton Court,

Highbury and Islington (and of

course we’ve also got

Greenwich!). We can see them

running on for some while yet,

as they hit just the right balance

between quality, style and value.

See these outright winners

alongside other recent

introductions Amoré and

Casablanca and, for contract

applications the Gelbacs Taurus

and Balmoral – plus a selection

of brand new concepts which

will be revealed at the show.

(Perhaps we can persuade Head

Office to name our next ranges

Stratford, Eaton Dorney or

Weymouth, if they’ve forgiven us

for pipping Holland to the Gold

in the show jumping by then!)

JOIN IN THEACTION

Our move to new premises at the end of July went pretty smoothly – except for our telephonesystem! According to BT, they were faced with a huge backlog of engineering work as a resultof the well-publicised floods in West Yorkshire earlier in July. As a result, the installation of ournew lines was ‘bumped’ from July 24th until mid August, so for almost a month we werestruggling with just two analogue lines in and out. We can only apologise profusely to anycustomers who had trouble getting through to us during this time. Fingers (and toes!) crossedthat by the time you are reading this, we will be back to normal.

BT DIDN’T LET ET PHONE HOME!

Hampton Court

Highbury

Islington in Mist


Weston Hammer UK16/17 Byford Court

HadleighIP7 6RD

Tel: +44 (0)845 644 9090Fax:+44 (0)845 644 9191

[email protected]

Please visit our website atwww.weston-carpets.co.ukfor 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.Mrs Jac Hayman Tel: 07815 785801Contract Sales East Anglia.Mr Gary Foster Tel: 07515 283872East Anglia, Northamptonshire.

Mr Martin LeesTel: 07522 740954North Wales, Cumbria, Manchester,Liverpool.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 Steve Fletcher Tel: 07831 818989Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Tyneside. Mr Keith StevensTel: 07710 160166Midlands & South Wales.

Bespoke Design carpet fromHammer CarpetsYou may not have heard of them but Hammer Carpetsin Denmark are the worlds largest manufacturer ofColortec bespoke design carpets in the world.

Colortec is a state of the art tufting machine that usescomputer controlled technology to manufacture anydesign in a maximum of 8 colours.

This tried and tested manufacturing method is up to 10times faster than Axminster and exactly replicates theappearance, unlike a printed design carpet.

If you would like more details of this type of carpet andto find out how competitive and easy to use it can bethen please call your Sales Agent or our Sales officewho will be happy to help.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Supreme BoucleOur best selling level loop 100% Wool product available in 12 up tothe minute colours in both 4m and 5m widths.

Imperial Boucle A heavy domestic loop pile in 100% Wool available in 4m and 5m widths.

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

Royal Velour A luxurious velour in 80% Wool/20% Nylon in 5m wide.

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

The Stone Fibre CollectionOur unique flat woven quality in many fashion stylesand colours available in 4m and 5m widths.

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

New stands

We are pleased to announce the arrival of two new in-store display stands that hold all of our collections.

If you are interested in having one of these units,please contact your local sales agent or our sales office.


Mohawk Promotion Stock Clearance – Cut Length

sss

Liberty Independence and SplendourLiberty £9.99psm normal price £13.99psm

Independence £8.99psm normal price £12.99psm

Splendour £11.99psm normal price £16.49psm

Call sales on 01977 662211 www.fellscarpets.co.uk

Promotion will run until further notice and can be stopped at any time please check stock on all occasions. Customers who are not on our standard delivery routes will be subject to a carriage charge

You can create a carpet websitefor your business in 5 minutes.Fill out a form for five minutes and we’ll have a good-looking flooring industry website

online for you within 5 days*.

Then you can update it, add to it or ignore it for ever!

The Floorsites package from The Stocklists offers:

� 7 ready-made pages of flooring content covering the key sectors of carpets, vinyls, laminates, etc.

� Instant online editing – if you can type, you can customise these pages yourself anytime to add latest

offers and news… or leave them as they are – we put all your contact information in there anyhow.

� Choose photos from our library to make your site unique – or upload your own images.

� Link to Google Maps – let visitors find you quickly and see where to park

� Auto-email form to let customers contact you direct

* The site takes a bit longer to set up if you already have a website or address.

A Floorsite from The Stocklists costs £390 for the set-up and the first year

– and £90 per year thereafter (exc. VAT).

Check out what your site would look like at www.thestocklists.com/floorsites or contact David Spragg at [email protected]

or call 01845 573241.

NO OBLIGATION ‘TEST DRIVE’...We set up your site free-of-charge for a month. If you don’t like it, you don’t pay. There’s nothing to lose!

3 September 2012

Get into the zone

FlooringNewsContractors and specifiers looking for a sleek, stylish flooringrange should look no further than the GO2 carpet tileconcept from Mohawk. Using coordinating patterns andcolours, GO2 carpet tiles deliver a striking, contemporary lookat a very competitive price point.

This innovative flooring solution comprises two coordinatingcarpet tile combinations, Mountain Plains and Trail Blazer, whichcan be used together to create a stylised, individual look to suitany interior. The 12 one-colour designs in Mountain Plains includedeep green, vivid blue and on-trend grey, with the Trail Blazertiles featuring exciting horizontal stripes in four complementarycolourways, including intriguing black and purple, blue and whiteand grey and black.

When paired together, Mountain Plains and Trail Blazer offer abold style statement and can be used to create exciting andfunctional zonal floor areas, which are fantastic for busy, multi-usage commercial and public buildings.

As Howard Lindsay, RVP international sales UK, Ireland & SouthAfrica, Mohawk, explains: “The upbeat colours of GO2 are idealfor injecting contemporary style into interior spaces and createan eye-catching interior at exceptional value, great for budget-conscious projects. What’s more, GO2 is a quick flooring optionas it is available in stock nationwide with speedy delivery, offeringhigh style fast.”

Contractors will receive an excellent sample and supportpackage from Mohawk. All GO2 carpet tiles have a tufted looppile and measure 500mm x 500mm. Crafted from 100% nylonfor maximum performance, exceptional colour clarity and superblevels of stain resistance. Incredibly durable, GO2 is a greatoption for busy, high-impact spaces, including public areas, and israted suitable for class 33 heavy contract use.

T 01480 479830 www.mohawkinternational.com

35from The Stocklists September 2012

Fascinating florals

For a striking and contemporary floral carpet, look no further than thestunning Jardin design from Vorwerk Carpets. Featuring in the recentlyrevamped Fascination Collection, Jardin delivers a bold and brightaesthetic sure to update any interior.

Perfect for retailers who want to offer homeowners stylish carpets that aredirectional and inspiring, Jardin has instant visual appeal. Its eye-catchingdesign will ensure it grabs the attention of every customer, and its on-trendlook will rouse those who demand the latest fashions for their home.

Featuring a captivating oversized floral print, Jardin is proof that flowerycarpets need not be old-fashioned or fusty. Available in four vibrantcolourways, including a striking mixture of turquoise, dark blue and green ornavy, pink, yellow and lilac, it is guaranteed to inject life into any room.

Crafted from 100% high-quality polyamide that offers supreme softness andexceptional durability, Jardin’s enchanting pattern is created using the latest incutting-edge printing technology for superb colour clarity. Incredibly high-performance, this carpet not only looks exquisite but offers fantastic levelsof resilience too.

“Jardin is a truly fascinating design that offers such pops of colour,” enthusesIan Hammond, UK director, Vorwerk Carpets. “Its mixture of vivid, clashingtones ensures that it has personality and modern appeal, and it is a greatchoice for retailers who want to offer something different, a product thatwill get homeowners talking. Jardin has the same allure as the rest of theFascination Collection, and encourages both retailers and consumers alike tolook at carpet in a completely new light. Carpet no longer has to be plain orboring, or serve as a backdrop to other interior features, it can actually bethe focal point of a room itself, especially when it’s as exciting as Jardin.”

T 020 7096 5090 www.vorwerkcarpets.co.uk

News

36 FlooringNewsSeptember 2012

Floorwise has introduced even better value and updated colours across its range of entrance matting,bringing retailers and contractors a comprehensive collection of dirt stopping solutions.

With coir matting still popular within domestic and smaller commercial environments, Floorwise offersthe 100% natural fibre in natural, black, brown, red and blue versions in 12 linear metre rolls in both 100and 200cm widths. With a vinyl backing, Floorwise’s Coir Matting is waterproof and is durable enough tobe used in a range of environments from offices and schools through to workshops and production areas.

For retailers looking for a take-away solution for homeowners, Floorwise’s Absorb-A-Mat is an idealsolution. Great value and made from 100% cotton with an anti-slip backing; Absorb-A-Mat is machinewashable for easy care and comes in dark brown, anthracite, terracotta, blue and turquoise.

As part of the update to its matting collection, Floorwise has also introduced two brand new mats withMat Rib Domestic and Mat Nop. Mat Rib Domestic is suitable for busy homes and even locations suchas schools and offices. In terms of mats suitable for demanding contract locations, Floorwise answerswith the introduction of Mat Nop that joins the range of fibre-based systems For everywhere fromcommercial offices, schools and shopping centres as well as certain items suitable for use in workshopsand production halls, the mats are available in rolls up to 200cm in width and suitable for stick-downand loose lay systems.

T 01509 673974, www.floorwise.co.uk

Making an entrance

Luscious and laquered

Get a life

Lifecycle costs are the biggest bugbear of any flooring installation project. There are anseemingly unlimited amount of associated costs with floor fitting, but the revolutionary andfast-working TacFast mechanical fix system can help to eliminate these, leading to more cost-effective installations - great for budget-conscious and time-sensitive projects.

As Jonathan Stone, CCO, TacFast Systems International, explains, “The anticipated costsassociated with a flooring installation project can seem endless. Factors such as subfloor preparation, materials, labour, and even futurereplacement costs all contribute to the overall budget and can increase project costs massively. But with TacFast, many of these issues areremoved, allowing contractors, specifiers and end-users to save money without compromising on quality.”

A simple, speedy and cost-friendly way of fitting floors, TacFast consists of a unique LocPlate interlocking disc and plate system that sits abovethe subfloor and a hook and loop fastening system that rapidly attaches the floorcovering. TacFast often eradicates the need for expensive andextensive subfloor preparation, acting as a leveller and a DPM in one. In fact, the polypropylene LocPlate plates work as a water barrier toprevent any moisture migrating through the subfloor, avoiding any future expensive maintenance costs potentially caused by damp.

The TacFast system does not require the use of adhesives with lengthy-drying times or unpleasant fumes, so it is instantly ready to go once theLocPlate surface is fitted.

T 01527 919891 www.tacfast.com

Florence Engineered Natural Oak 90mm Lacquered Loc planks are a brilliant choice for those looking forstylish real wood flooring at a superb price point, suiting both floor fitters and homeowners alike.

Featuring in the sophisticated Florence collection, a range defined by choice and variety, Natural Oak 90mmLacquered Loc planks are engineered to maximise aesthetics, stability and durability. A three-ply constructioncomprising a 2.5mm hardwood oak wear layer, a strong dense core and a stable backboard, these planks willwithstand the demands of high-impact homes. Ideal for hectic focal areas such as hallways and living rooms,this flooring is resilient and hardwearing.

Crafted from ever-popular oak, Natural Oak 90mm Lacquered Loc planks will appeal to homeowners whoappreciate timeless style as well as fitters who want to provide on-trend and high-quality products. Full ofcharacter and excitement, the authentic natural oak wood displays occasional grain markings, figuring, mineralstreaks and colour variations for a rustic feel. Prefinished with a satin lacquer that gently reflects the light,these planks will add warmth to any interior. What’s more, the lacquer finish gives great levels of protection.

Josh Ashby, product and marketing manager, UK Flooring Direct.said: “Florence Engineered Natural Oak hasbeen carefully crafted to meet the continuing demand for oak flooring products, providing both homeownersand fitters with great value, real wood floor. The stunning natural quality of this product is really emphasisedthrough the vibrant grain markings, and the overall light oak colour will suit all interiors.”

T 0845 287 5623 www.ukflooringdirect.co.uk

NEW AREAHEAVY CONTRACT CARPET TILESOnly £5.48 + VATper square metreLow level loop • 100% polypropylene50cm x 50cm • Available in 10 coloursAnti-static • Ideal for offices

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News

Ahead by a nose

The safety of products is often an important factor of choice forbrand preferences by architects, retailers and craftsmen. Due to thisreason the German flooring profile developer and manufacturerKub̈erit adds to their internal quality management a further externalcontrol including certificates from a renowned institution. The TÜVNord has recently certified many stair nosing profiles from Kub̈erit.

After the certification by the TÜV of the profiles 706 A, 706 C, 707 Aand 707 C in the past, it was now the safety stair nosing profile type708 N that received the TÜV certificate. Furthermore the Kombi stairnosing profiles (type 701, 702, 703, 704, 705 and 709) as well as theReno stair nosing profiles (type 711 and 712) were approved by the TÜV.

These high quality profiles were installed in retirement homes, rehabcenters or other public places where safety aspects are a priority. Thealuminium profiles are available in the standard lengths 5.0 and 2.5mand in 6 metallic colours (silver, gold, bronze, sand, stainless steel andaluminium polished).

The Kombi and the safety stair nosings are countersunk drilled and aredesigned for exchangeable PVC inserts or even for 2 PVC inserts whichcan be purchased in 11 different colours.

T +492351/ 9507-110 www.kueberit.com

Commercial and residential vinyl flooring manufacturer Polyflor has announced that its products have recently been specified by Pure Gym Group Ltd.

With over 30 operational sites here in the UK, the group have chosen toinstall Polysafe Vogue Ultra PUR in all of their gym changing room facilities.

Simon Rouski, Group Facilities Manager at Pure Gym Group Ltd says, “We chose to specify Polyflor products at all of our gyms because of theirhard wearing durability and their ease of cleaning. As a 24 hour operation, we need to feel safe in the knowledge that our floors will stand up to alot of traffic’.

Polyflor’s cutting edge PUR technology facilitates life cycle maintenance cost savings of up to 60% over a 15 year period when compared tountreated safety flooring using a micro mop maintenance regime.

As with all Polysafe products, Vogue Ultra PUR fully complies with HSE and UK Slip Group Guidelines to give sustainable slip resistance throughoutits guaranteed life, achieving 36+ on the Pendulum wet test (Slider 96/Four S rubber) with a surface roughness of 20 microns and above.

Vogue Ultra PUR achieves the highest possible BRE Global Environmental A+ Rating in major use areas such as education and healthcare(Certificate No: ENP 336).

Simon James, Marketing Manager at Polyflor adds, “We’re delighted to have been chosen by Pure Gym Group Ltd. We have a history of working inthe sports and fitness industry and are delighted to see this trend continue with such a dynamic organisation”.

T 0161 767 1111 www.polyflor.com

Very fit for purpose

Striped open spaces

Following the success of their Open Spaces Laneve rangesAuckland and Queenstown, Ulster have launched Wellington Stripeto complement the collection.

Wellington Stripe is composed of 100% New Zealand Wool andcomes in 5 contemporary colourways which co-ordinate effortlesslywith the plain rib of Auckland and the textured two-tone rib ofQueenstown.

With ‘Linnet’, ‘Reed’ and ‘Marron’ soft neutral tones of cream andbeige provide the base colours with highlights of sage green, olivegreen and chalky pink, while smoky greys and charcoal provide theundertones for the more distinctive colourways of ‘Quay’ and‘Carbon’ with accents of duck egg blue and purple.

Available in 5 colourmatching widths of 5m, 4m, 3m, 2m and 1m,Wellington Stripe is suitable for heavy residential wear.

T 028 3833 4433 www.ulstercarpets.com




News

Energy boost

Carpenter has launched a UK first – an underlay recycling scheme, as part of the company’s increasingcommitment to the environment.

The scheme works by providing Carpenter wholesale recycling volunteers with wheelie bins, specifically forPU off-cuts and uplifts. The wholesaler is then encouraged to provide fitters with recycling bags, alsoprovided by Carpenter, to fill with Carpenter product which can then be returned to the wheelie bin,where it is collected to be re-used.

At the company’s USA division between 50,000 and 100,000 tonnes of uplifted polyurethane underlay isannually recycled, with the UK division hoping to following suit.

Helen Rowberry, national sales manager for underlay at Carpenter, (pictured right) said: “This recyclingscheme is a UK underlay first. This is a no-hassle alternative to costly skips and escalating landfill charges.

“We want to encourage as many Carpenter wholesalers as possible to get involved and show theircommitment to the environment. All the off-cuts and uplift collected is used to produce new underlay,which can be continuously recycled.”

The underlay recycling scheme is just one of the environmentally friendly initiatives Carpenter operates. Allits underlay is produced using recycled material and is backed with high-performance polyethylene, whichaids recycling more effectively than paper backing. As well as this, the company’s Fireseal division collectsused Fireseal mattresses from public prisons, which are then converted into underlay. This scheme isexpected to save the prison service more than £5 million over five years in disposal costs.

T 01457 861141 www.carpenter.ltd.uk

UK first for Carpenter

Quick steps forward

Next month the Quick-Step Academy for Excellence in Flooring willwelcome 16 young apprentices through its doors, marking thebeginning of the academy’s commitment to providing the flooringindustry with fresh new talent.

The state-of-the-art flooring academy has teamed up with Skills ToGroup Limited, (formerly PSC Training & Development Ltd.), an OfstedOutstanding training provider, to ensure that Quick-Step apprenticesundergo rigorous training, development and assessment processes inthe academy’s impressive 6,880ft2 space. The apprenticeship scheme isGovernment-approved and supported by the National Apprenticeship Service.

Assigned a designated training coordinator, apprentices will receive firstclass benefits and unrivalled support from Quick-Step as they worktowards achieving a Level 2 NVQ Diploma in FloorcoveringOccupations and a Level 2 Technical Certificate in Floor Covering.Training will fit flexibly around employment and learning modulesinclude subfloor preparation and set up, health and safety and buildingcustomer relationships.

There are a wealth of benefits for businesses that decide to take onQuick-Step apprentices. With training costs of 16-18 year oldssupported by the Skills Funding Agency, Quick-Step will do all the hardwork, including advertising for, interviewing and recruiting motivatedtrainees. There is even a 2-week trial period to ensure both parties arecompletely happy.

As Darren Robinson, the academy’s training and development managersaid: “There are so many bright, young and motivated school leaverslooking to kick-start their careers, this is a fantastic opportunity forretailers, installers and contractors to snap up an apprentice and growtheir business.”

T 0845 073 8485 www.quick-step-academy.co.uk

Innovation in waste prevention, recycling and extracting energy fromcarpet waste were key subjects explored by international experts atCarpet Recycling UK’s fourth Annual Conference in July.

New topics that generated a buzz among the 100 delegates inBirmingham included the conversion of synthetic carpet waste to oiland electricity, plus the creation of clean energy and power throughgasification and pyrolysis techniques. The event attracted representativesfrom across the supply chain, including carpet manufacturers, recyclingcompanies and organisations seeking outlets for their carpet waste.

This year’s packed programme again provided information andinspiration for all sectors of the carpet waste supply chain withpresentations covering new developments from leading carpet recyclersin Austria, Italy, Germany and America as well as the UK. Notably, theevent also demonstrated an increase in higher grade and higher valuere-use and recycling options.

Three parallel ‘breakout’ sessions proved popular, including a talk fromDr Laszlo Kondor, Managing Director of Austria-based Kemia Handelsund Projektierungs GmbH (pictured below). He highlighted twoHungarian plants that use a thermocatalytic conversion process toproduce up to 6,500 tonnes of heavy oil annually from mixed plasticand rubber wastes.

Generating electricity from carpet waste was another interesting outletdevelopment introduced by WREL (Worldwide Recycling Equipment Ltd).

T 0161 440 8325 www.carpetrecyclinguk.com



News

Diamond development

Janser UK has this year introduced many new items to it’s alreadyvast range of tools and machines for the professional flooring installer.

A new diamond grinding plate for the widely used Columbus grindingmachine, now makes even the most demanding sub floor prep jobsthat much easier. Over the next couple of months the promotion ofthe new Protimeter MMS2 is an exciting development in the field ofmoisture detection in floors/walls – an instrument that may well haveextra demand after recent flooding problems in many areas!

Janser are delighted to announce that the successful Matrix (Redback)Kneepad inserts for work trousers have been awarded “BestInnovation for Personal Protection Equipment” from SATRA – fittersknees have never been better looked after!

September will also see the launch of Janser’s first UK specificwebsite, www.janser-uk.co.uk - this will prove of fantastic use to bothJanser distributors and end users, a website packed with info,downloads and product info.

www.janser-uk.co.uk T 0121 561 5888

Stewart joins Flooring One

Flooring One are delighted to announce that Stewart Martin,formerly Group Sales Manager at Axminster Carpets, has agreed towork with the buying group.

“We are thrilled that Stewart has agreed to join us” said FlooringOne head, Glenn Harding, “Stewart has not only an immense depthof experience; he is highly regarded and respected throughout theindustry. We are looking forward to a mutually beneficial and excitingworking relationship”.

www.flooringone.co.uk T 0121 683 1426

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September 2012

HarrogateGuideTHE ESSENTIAL GUIDE AND FLOORPLAN FOR THE FLOORING SHOW, HARROGATE, 2012

Our pattern books of beige may not be quite as sexy but they sell!Get turned on to the Regency range and we’ll arouse your basic business instincts.Our hands aren’t tied (unless you like that kind of thing) so we can make you aproposal that is almost indecent!

Talk to the team at Harrogate on stand C1 or see pages 24 - 25 for details of

your local representatives

Get the season’s best-selling books

“Being ‘off the shop floor’enables me to have discussionswithout distraction aboutbuilding relationships andhow we can move forward.”Steve Pearson, Astra Carpets

September 2 - 4, 2012Register online at: www.theflooringshow.com

The Flooring Show, Harrogate, takes a fresh new look at the sector as itopens its doors to the industry with more than 120 leading companies from10 countries on show alongside an innovative event schedule.

A host of ideas from the new management team, backed by fresh investment andstrong exhibitor commitment, are reinvigorating this year’s event.

Beyond the new launches that are a feature of exhibitors at the show, the organisershave built a programme around the event that is focused on creating opportunities forvisitors to improve their business

For the retail sector, an expanded seminar programme will focus on assisting flooringretailers to build their businesses in difficult times - including a new feature on storedisplays. For the commercial sector, a dedicated one day conference programme basedon leading case studies will meet the CPD requirements of facilities managers, specifiersand installers.

Wendy Adams, Flooring Show Director, said: “We have designed the event to beessential and unmissable - we have made sure that visitors can enjoy opportunities togain a real advantage for their business.”

As the only UK event exclusively dedicated to the flooring industry, it’s the one placeand time when the whole sector gets together, making it the ideal opportunity forvisitors to see their current suppliers, meet new ones, network, and learn about newproducts and launches.

More highlightsCreative storedisplays in Hall C willfeature three speciallycommissioned creativesales displays and theprops used can then bereproduced by retailers.

Designed by Laura Caseyand co-ordinated byJoanna Ramsden ofWools of New Zealand,these displays will provide some amazing ideas forcreative but simple shop window and interior displaysthat can help inspire consumers and highlight theimportant role flooring has in the selection of otherdomestic features such as wall coverings, curtains andfurnishings.

The seminar / conference programme for theretail / domestic sector has the theme: Increasing theprofitability of your business in tough times and thekeynote address will be by ‘retail champion’ ClareRayner with the theme: Enhancing your retail presence.

The UK’s first conference dedicated tocommercial floor coverings will be hosted at theshow with the theme Best practice, shared knowledgeaimed at facilities managers, architects and specifiers,specialist installers.

In a coup for theorganisers, the creatorsof the Olympic Stadiumfloorcovering for theLondon 2012 OpeningCeremony - the Le MarkGroup - will give a casestudy presentation onthe project.

Exhibitor list .................................. page 48Demonstrations schedule .............. page 48Seminar programme ...................... page 56


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The fresh, new flooring show!



Abingdon Flooring A15/A19

Adore B43

Akteks Bcf A3a

Anbo International B20

Ardex UK B34

Associated Carpet Group C35

Ball & Young M20/24

Beauflor A2

Benott Ltd B17

Betap Holiday Inn

BIG Floorcoverings St George

BMK M15

Bona B7

Bosch B17

British Wood Flooring C13/25Association

British Wool B21/22Marketing Board

Broadoak Products B9

Brockway Carpets B21/22

Bronte Carpets B21/22

Carpet & Flooring Review A27

Carpet Recycling UK M32

Cavalier Carpets B21/22

Central Flooring A7

Classis Holiday Inn

Clemence Richard B40

Computers for Flooring A24

Condor St George Hotel

Contract Flooring B10Association

Contract Flooring Journal B10

Cormar Carpets A17/A18

Createx M26

Crown Floors A1

Cybergold A4

Demart C18

Dikatex M28

Distinctive Flooring A5

Dollken-Weimar M33

DS Supplies B2a

Easylay B12

Eazi-Lay Loc A5

Edel Telenzo Carpets C43

Egalsoft A25

Esco B39

Exakt Precision Tools B11

F & X Carpet M3

F Ball B1

Fair Packaging B29

FITA Demo Area

Flooring Logistics M27

Furlong Flooring C1

Gaskell Wool Rich A28

Georgian Carpets C19

Gooch Oriental Carpets M1

Green Tree Distribution A10

H & V Carpet M22

Hadfields A32

Haldon Thompson A30

Hand Made Carpets A14

HBS M11

Ideal St George Hotel

Interiors Monthly C15

ITEC B32

IVC Group B32

J2 Flooring B38

Kersaint Cobb A13/A21

Kingsmead Carpets C20

KJC Carpets A8

Lalegno B36

Lano M23

Lifestyle Floors A12/22

Manx Carpets C5

Mapei C13/25

Mastercraft Rugs C3

Masterpiece Systems C44

Melrose Textile Co C22

Mercado M27

Merryfield M4

Millennium Weavers Europe C36

Mohawk M17

Morleys M35/M36

Mr Tomkinson A29

NICF Demo Area

Novostrat B4

Oriental Weavers M14

PCA Oriental Carpets C6

Personna B28

Phil Brough Sales Agency A25

Plantation Rugs M11

Prices Paving & Tile B3

Primatech B13

Quebec Wood B14Export Bureau

Rama Carpets C14

Regency Carpets C1

Rhys Davies M6Freight Logistics

Roberts B18

Shaanxi Aoke Wood B5

Skills Group Flooring M8in association with The Flooring Guild

Smart Direct B44

Spotnails B33

Stairrods B27

Stroolmount (UK) M9

The Complete B8Stairmakeover

The Flooring Magazine B42

The Stocklists A3

Tomorrow's Flooring C33

Tramex B6

Tremco Illbruck B16

TSJ - Tile and Stone Journal B10

Unifloor B12

Universal Mouldings B19/B24

V4 Woodflooring C42

Wagner B15

Westco B41

Wilkies Carpets M29

Woolsafe A33

YTD B23

HarrogateGuideexhibitors list

Come and see how it should bedone! A comprehensive three daydemonstration programme is onoffer at the 2012 event, spearheadedby the CFA - FITA - NICF, and takingplace in the Demo Zone in Hall B.Plus various exhibiting companieswith demos on their own stands

Sunday 2 September10.00 DPMs10.10 Repair Mortars10.20 Plywood Joints and

Other Repairs11.10 Smoothing Compounds12.30 Commercial Vinyl Installation14.00 Sound Insulation Systems14.30 LVT Installation15.00 Carpet and Stretch Fit

Installation

Monday 3 September10.00 DPMs10.10 Repair Mortars10.20 Plywood Joints and

Other Repairs11.10 Smoothing Compounds12.30 Domestic Vinyl Installation14.00 Sound Insulation Systems14.30 LVT Installation15.00 Floating Timber Installation16.00 Laminate Installation

Tuesday 4 September 10.00 DPMs10.10 Repair Mortars10.20 Plywood Joints and

Other Repairs11.10 Smoothing Compounds12.30 Carpet and Stretch Fit

Installation

SeminarsSee also full details of the retail andcommercial seminar programmes on page 56

Welcome to the UK’s only dedicated flooring show

A-Z list of exhibitorsDemonstrations

Harrogate show preview

Soft and stunningThe newest addition to the stunning collection of soft flooring from LanoCarpets is Fortuna, a beautiful heather shag pile carpet with a luxuriously softtexture sure to inject timeless glamour into interior spaces.

Responding to the rising trend for thick, shaggy carpet piles, Fortuna’s sumptuousthreads are sure to appeal to homeowners who desire the latest styles for theirinteriors. A brilliant choice for retailers looking to diversify their existing productrange, Fortuna will appeal to those looking for lavish elegance.

Available in a range of nine silky colours to suit any home, consumers can choose from the neutral tones of Almond and Camel to the richer blendsof Tobacco and Charcoal. Crafted from solution dyed polypropylene, Fortuna offers superb performance benefits as well as striking aesthetics. Durableand resilient, this carpet will look exquisite in opulent living areas such as lounges and bedrooms. Fortuna is available four-metre wide, is bleachcleanable and rated for heavy domestic use.

“The launch of Fortuna marks an exciting time for Lano Carpets and proves that we are committed to offering trend-led and timeless designs,”explains Birger Karlsson, UK & Ireland Sales Manager, Lano Carpets.

Hall M Stand 23 T 00800 5266 5266 www.lano.com

Roll up for novel tombolaCavalier Carpets are set to return to the Harrogate Floor Show thisyear with a new stand within the British Manufacturers Pavilion in Hall Bin association with British Wool Marketing Board.

The stand will feature their distinctive new point of sale collection,including stylish 'slim line' wall units, matching lecterns and a brand new'design a drum' tombola which gives owners of existing tombolas theopportunity to re-vamp and create fresh interest in-store.

On show will be the complete Cavalier Wool & Wool Blend collectionincluding some recently re-coloured ranges and their latest addition to the'Stain-less' Polypropylene portfolio, 'Spice' with its unique colour palette.

Hall B Stand 21/22 01254 268 000 www.cavaliercarpets.co.uk


Abingdon goes for goldAbingdon Flooring are again looking forward to a very busy Flooring Show at Harrogate. The show gives them an opportunity to showcasebrand new ranges, present new marketing initiatives and just as importantly, engage with old and new customers in the 'socially friendly'environment that is Harrogate.

In celebration of the shows 50th anniversary, Abingdon will be having a drinks reception, prize draw with innovative prizes and a ‘fire sale’ ofclearance products each evening between 4.30pm and 6 pm. Abingdon are expecting a good turnout from retailers

In order to reward visitors to the show yet further, they will also be running some incentives for new ranges purchased in addition to any ordersbrought to the show - all will be revealed accordingly. Abingdon are looking forward to seeing you there.Hall

Hall A Stand 15/19 T 01274 655694 www.abingdonflooring.co.uk

‘50 Shades of Beige’ After the saucy success of the best-selling novel Fifty Shades of Grey books,Regency have come up with an unashamedly cheeky promotion of their latest(pattern) book, ‘50 Shades of Beige’ – another best-seller!

The UK manufacturer is making a serious point as well – the Regency collectiondistributed by Furlong Flooring has been successfully developed in recent monthswith the most contemporary range of beige shades which remain the UK’s mostpopular choice, of course, for carpet - so the best beige wins the biggest business.

On show at Harrogate will be the new colour options for the Regency brandleader Satisfaction range together with the smart new illuminated lectern thatpresents the collection to best effect.

Neil Valentine (left) is pictured with Peter Sharpe of Furlong Flooring, with the newilluminated lecterm.

Hall C Stand 1 T 01772 316155 www.regencycarefree.co.uk



Points means prizesRetailers are urged to join the Loyalty Club from Crown Floors in order to amass fantasticrewards for themselves and their staff.

With points available for every square metre of Crown Floors carpet sold, Loyalty Club members cancollect and redeem them against a range of luxury and everyday gift items found atwww.crownfloorsloyaltyclub.co.uk. Goods from well-known brands such as Apple, Sony, DeWalt andmany more are on offer, presenting retailers and sales assistants with the perfect opportunity to treatthemselves with something special or get their hands on the latest must-have gadget.

And now with the launch of the brand new Crown Floors ranges, it has never been a better time forretailers to sign up to the club. As James Caldwell, sales coordinator, Crown Floors, explains, “theLoyalty Club has been incredibly successful to date, and we want to encourage more retailers to takeadvantage of the scheme. It is a superb way for us to say thank you to our loyal retailers for ensuringthe success of our brand, and it’s great to be able to reward their continued efforts.

“Now we have updated the Crown Floors collection to include a whole array of exclusive designs, itreally is a brilliant time for new retailers to register and for existing members to start increasing theirpoints balance. We are committed to continuing to grow the success of the Crown Floors collectionthrough dedicated promotional materials and innovative POS designs, so the Loyalty Club is the idealway for new and current retailers to take advantage of this.”

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

Stairrods in top trimStairrods preview their New Premier solid brass trimswhich includes a Double-Z naplock, a single naplock, anda 38mm cover plate in 9 finishes.

John Raine was particularly proud of the 'Double Z'design which allows the fitter to 'dress down' the carpet,which until now has been impossible with current solidbrass profiles on the market. The 'Double-Z' also reducesthe need to stock both a Double and a Z trim, as agroove in the base allows the fitter to peal off one sidewhen fitting carpet to laminate.

Stairrods have used their extensive knowledge of finishingbrass stair rods and put this to good use. The newPremier Trims will be available in chrome, satin chrome,pewter, brass, antique brass, satin brass, antique bronze,satin nickel and polished nickel.

Production estimated November.

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


Green and cleanFor retailers looking for high-performance and resilient carpet that alsooffers exceptional environmental benefits the extensive range ofSmartStrand carpets from Mohawk is a smart choice.

Offering exceptional environmental benefits, SmartStrand carpet fibre is inpart derived from corn. The manufacturing process also offers a reduced levelof environmental impact when compared to an equivalent amount of nylon,so carpets made with this fibre are an ideal choice for retailers looking toattract ecologically conscious consumers.

SmartStrand fibre delivers unique performance properties that will have far-reaching appeal. Suiting the busiest of homes, SmartStrand carpets offerlifetime stain resistance so are great for areas prone to stains and spills. In fact,SmartStrand is the only carpet with built-in stain and soil resistance that willnever wash off, and it is easy to clean with just water.

SmartStrand carpet is exceptionally soft, too, with twist pile textures that feelluxurious underfoot. Available in a seemingly unlimited range of colours andstyles, homeowners can choose from warm deep tones to soft pastel hues.

With a variety of POS displays that explain the unique SmartStrandmanufacturing process, retailers can be sure that this carpet will catch theattention of consumers.

Stand M17 T 01480 479830 www.mohawkinternational.com

Visit us at the Flooring Show on Stand C20




Solar shinesKidderminster’s Brockway Carpets will unveil a major new product launch featuring its largest collection of plain coloured carpets to date.

Solar is a range of premium wool rich carpets available in sixty four vibrant plain colours and seven contemporary co-ordinating stripes. Expertlydesigned, the stylish colour range includes popular neutral tones, fashionable greys, bright whites and stunning exotic colours from deep purples,greens and oranges to gentle pinks, lilacs and blues.

All 64 Solar plain colours – including Loganberry, Pomegranate, Tangerine and Forget-me-not – are available in traditional 4m and 5m widths. Plusthere are seven complementary stripes to choose including Metal Stripe, Battleship Stripe, Seaweed Stripe and Key Lime stripe - all available in 4mwidths. As well as an extensive choice of on-trend colours to choose from, purchasers can also create their own unique colour carpet usingBrockway’s bespoke colour matching service.

Whether it’s a favourite wallpaper, paint colour chart or evena prized shoe, Brockway promises to match to virtually anycolour reference provided by the customer for minimumorders of 25 sq m. Bespoke colours are available in 4m and5m widths.

Part of the Classic Collection, the Solar range features 80 percent pure new wool and 20 per cent nylon, which togethergives this deluxe carpet its unique strength, making it theperfect choice for heavy domestic and heavy commercial use.

“This is an exciting time for Brockway,” says managing directorof Brockway Carpets, Charles Annable. The popularity of co-ordinating plains and stripes has continued to increase andwe’re delighted to extend our offering to retailers andcustomers with even more colours on offer than ever before.

“This is a major product launch for us and we’re supportingit heavily with new-look point of sale display units andphotography, and we anticipate it will generate a lot ofinterest.”

Hall B Stand 21/22 T 01562 828200 www.brockway.co.uk

Retailer Seminar Programme Sunday 2nd

Monday 3rd

Commercial Conference ProgrammeMonday 3rd, Queen Suite, Harrogate International Centre

Carpet design guruJoanna Ramsden

Seminars explore keyindustry topics

Easy innovation foryour store display

Full programme ofinstallations demos

‘Retail Champion’Clare Rayner


HarrogateEvents

10.00 – 10.20 Software for flooring estimation: How you can save time and money and enhance your customer service. Speaker: Charles Pearson, MasterPiece Systems

10.30 – 10.50 The LVT market and the growing popularity of the ‘click system’. Speaker: Paul Brady, adore floors

10.55 – 11.30 Training & Skills 1: Protecting the customer from poor workmanship. The Government-backed Trust Mark scheme and the flooring industry. Speaker: Conor McKernan, Unilin/Quick Step AcademyThe new Quick-Step Academy, NVQs and Training. Speaker: Mike Blakeley, PSC Training

11.35 – 12.00 Training & Skills 2: Meeting the costs of training: Overview of available funds and apprenticeship schemes for the flooring industry. Speaker: Lindsay McCurdy, CEO, Apprenticeships England

14.00 Carpet Recycling UK - New recycling opportunities for retailers. Speaker: Jane Gardner, Carpet Recycling UK

14.30 Carpet Recycler case study – Working with retailers to recycle installation waste.Speaker: Lee Bridge, Anglo Recycling plus another TBC

15.00 Can a Buying Group benefit my business? Speaker: Mike Symonds, Head of Group Operations, SMG

15.30 Small Business Finance 1. How sorting basic business finances can help boost your profits in stressed markets. Speaker: Darrel King, Senior Manager Advisory, KPMG LLP

10.30 to 11.15 Keynote Presentation + Q&A: The key ingredients of effective retailing. Speaker: Clare Rayner, The Retail Champion

11.20 to 11.30 Creative shop and window displays that inspire the consumer: Introduction to 3 designs specially commissioned for TheFlooring Show. Speaker: Joanna Ramsden, Wools of New Zealand

11.35 to 12.00 How floor coverings define a room – The floor as the focus of interior design.Speaker: Nick Gilbert, Prestige Floor Studio, Altrincham

12.05 to 12.30 Heightening the retail experience. Speaker: David Anderson, Pop-Works

14.00 The Internet is a friend that can help, not an enemy to fear: The Internet as a tool to build your business.Speaker: Ross Brown, Digital Marketing Consultant

14.30 Small Business Finance 2. Sources of finance for small business expansion - getting ready to take advantage of the upturn.Speaker: Darrel King, Senior Manager Advisory, KPMG LLP

15.00 Training & Skills 4: Carpets & Vinyl - The Power of Training. Speaker: Ray Morgan, The Flooring Guild

15.30 Training & Skills 5: Wood flooring apprenticeships.Speaker: Andrew Thomas, The British Wood Flooring Association Apprenticeship Scheme

10.15 – 11.30 Floorings for sports & fitness Gerflor Floorings for dance & performance Le Mark,The London Olympic Stadium 'reveal' floor

12.00 – 13.00 Floorings for healthcare Health & Safety Labs (HSL) in association with Altro

14.00 – 15.15 Floorings for hotels Brintons Floorings for Retail Flowcrete

15.30 – 16.45 Floorings for offices Interface Flooring regulation SATRA

01274 655668

Going from strength to strength

Stainfree SynergyA ‘value for money’ saxony on felt back with a very attractive tri-colour mix. Style and value - the perfect Synergy

Stainfree JubileeThe younger version of big brothers, Stainfree Royale and

Stainfree Majesty. Great value at a very popular price point!

Stainfree Rugged TwistAt the opposite end of the scale, this product is exactly what it says it is... rugged, hard wearing and practical, but with an appealing de-lustred wool look!

The Harrogate Flooring Show provided the

perfect lift-off for the launch of the following roll-only

superstar’ ranges...

Stainfree CaressSoft to touch and yet performance is guaranteed

for this brand new product concept!

Stainfree BoutiqueWhat a fantastic reaction to the Stainfree

Boutique Collection of stripes, plains

and heathers in co-ordinated colours, all

available in 1, 2, 3, & 4 metre widths.

All available in 1, 2, 3, & 4m widths to save on wastage.


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Crown Floors A1

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Distinctive Flooring A5

Eazi-Lay Loc A5

Egalsoft A25

Gaskell Wool Rich A28

Green Tree Distribution A10

Hadfields A32

Haldon Thompson A30

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Kersaint Cobb A13/A21

KJC Carpets A8

Lifestyle Floors A12/22

Mr Tomkinson A29

Phil Brough Sales Agency A25

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British Wool B21/22Marketing Board

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British Wood FlooringAssoc C13/25

Demart C18

Edel Telenzo Carpets C43

Furlong Flooring C1

Georgian Carpets C19

Interiors Monthly C15

Kingsmead Carpets C20

Manx Carpets C5

Mapei C13/25

Mastercraft Rugs C3

Masterpiece Systems C44

Melrose Textile Co C22

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Rhys Davies Carpet Logistics

The UK’s largest independent carpetand flooring delivery specialist RhysDavies Carpet Logistics (RDCL) willbe exhibiting for the fourth year insuccession at The Flooring ShowHarrogate on 2-4 September.

Experience

Rhys Davies’ involvement in the carpet industry began in 2004 when itstepped in to help Belgium-based Associated Weavers following thedemise of its UK distribution company. RDCL assumed responsibility fordistribution within six weeks of being selected, with no previousexperience of carpet distribution.

Eight years on, RDCL is firmly established as the UK’s leading carpet andflooring distribution network, handling nationwide deliveries for nearlytwenty of Britain and Europe’s top manufacturers and distributors.

National Coverage

Utilising the RDCL depot network, with nine locations in Andover,Barnsley, Birmingham, Cardiff, Haydock, London, Newton Aycliffe,Rainham and Whitburn - Scotland, carpets and flooring are collectedfrom the UK and mainland Europe, and then received into the nearestdepots. The carpets are then checked, sorted, and loaded for delivery orovernight trunking to another RDCL depot as appropriate.

Once at the delivery depot, the rolls and cuts are loaded onto thespecialist dedicated carpet delivery vehicles. Deliveries are made on anominated delivery day to the entire mainland of the UK, withoutreliance on sub-contractors. Each postcode region receives deliveries onthe same named days each week.

Frequent Deliveries

Successful growth has meant that delivery frequency has continued toincrease, to the point where most UK postcodes are serviced twice orthree times per week. Typically upto fifty percent of consignments arenow delivered next day, with over ninety five percent of consignmentsdelivered within three days. Although a large proportion of deliveries areto independent retailers, RDCL also deliver to contractors, out of hour’scontractors and residential addresses.

Cost Effective and Flexible Solutions

Recent expansion of the specialist fleet with new vehicles and overnighttrunking trailers, and increases in the delivery frequency have seenRDCL become the ‘go-to’ network for all flooring delivery requirementsincluding rolls, cuts, rugs, pallets, point of sale, samples and accessories.The application of variable pricing versus more traditional ‘fixed cost’fleet options has proven immensely attractive to RDCL customers whohave all achieved a significant return on outsourcing.

RDCL continues to invest in IT systems to improve service levels.Orders are usually received via EDI, and this information is then used,along with product barcodes, to track the life cycle of the carpet frompoint of collection right through to point of delivery.

Export and Import

The network has also seen growth in the export and import of flooringproducts globally by road, air and sea. Recent examples include exportsto Afghanistan, Canada and Australia and imports from the USA, Chinaand India. All these are handled by the carpet team using Rhys Davies’Freight Forwarding division, providing confidence and accountability at allstages of the process.

Expansion

2013 will continue to see more developments and improvements in thebreadth of services offered. Experienced and skilled staff supported bya nationwide logistics network and robust IT systems means that yourcarpets and flooring are in good hands.

Why not join RDCL for a no obligation chat at Stand M6 at Harrogate todiscuss your logistical requirements.

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News feature

Greendale - 50 years young

The company, called Sworda, quickly branched out into carpet andfabric buying, and the eleven initial members became affectionatelyknown as the “Green Group” because of the green paper used todistinguish documents from others being handled by Findlater Smith,one of the founding eleven whose staff administered group business..

In latter years, the three parts split into separate entities as thebusiness and membership grew with the furnishings side becomingMinerva, fabrics disappearing and floor coverings continuing as theGreen Group with its own membership, board and operation.

From these beginnings, the Green Group - now known as GreendaleCarpets & Floorings - has grown to a multi-million pound 120 memberco-operative, with its own warehouse and operational centre inHereford. Greendale employs 14 staff covering sales ordering, accounts,customer service, merchandising and warehousing, and stocks over2,000 rolls of carpet from all the main British and Continentalmanufacturers.

From Hereford, carpets are cut and shipped to members all over theUK; from the Orkney’s in the north to the Channel Islands in thesouth, and Northern Ireland in the west to Cromer in the east. The members own the group which is run on a “not for profit basis”meaning that all savings negotiated are passed onto members.Obviously by purchasing rolls these are substantial.

The group supplies over 100 ranges of carpets all renamed to colourlevel and marketed to members under the Greendale and ElizabethGrieves labels with the former covering the main mass market price

points and the latter more expensive specialist areas. The range coversall main product types with Tufted Twists, Velvets, Saxonies and Loops,as well as Woven ranges in wool and manmade fibres.

The group also sources its own exclusive range of UK manufacturedWool Twists which offer members outstanding value and enhancedmargin opportunities.

Members are given their own areas to enable them to promote andexploit the brand and feature the ranges on a wide range of bespokeGreendale branded instore units. All supported by Greendale’smerchandising team and twice yearly visits from agents.

An annual show and dinner for members and suppliers takes placewith over 250 people at last year’s event and this year’s likely to beeven larger.

Greendale has a website with details of the group and its philosophytogether with consumer information on flooring types, care andmaintenance, however, ranges and pricing are not shown allowingmembers to retail them with confidence. A wide package of otherbenefits include membership of BIRA (the British Independent RetailAssociation) which offers a range of support services for independentretailers. The group also provides members with a package of othersupport which is shown on the member area of the website.

With the growth of the internet, the group’s policy on membershipand product rebadging is becoming even more relevant to today’sindependent retailers and as the group enters its second 50 years, thefuture is looking bright for Greendale.

The Group welcomes interest from retailers who share its ethos.

Tel 01432 852000 www.greendalecarpets.co.uk

And going strong!

The only true "Buying Group" in the industry is celebrating its 50th anniversarythis year, but Greendale's origins began in furniture. On the 10th May 1961, a smallnumber of quality high-street furnishers, all of whom were members of “The GoodFurnishing Group,” met to discuss what was minuted as a “Swedish FurnitureBuying Project.” Discussions with manufacturers went well and a few months laterin the early months of 1962 a dedicated company was established to handle theadministration of the bought in products.



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The choice of 50, 60,70 and 80oz productsin heathers, plains andtextures are continuingto turn into bestsellers. “People arevoting with their feet -and they are usuallybare feet at that,” saysMr Peace.

Geert Vanden Bossche,Balta Group marketingdirector, says: “Nowmore than ever,homeowners aredemanding carpets thatoffer supreme qualityand style, and top-endranges are becomingeven more popular as consumers look for long-lasting quality overcheap fixes. “Our Shaggy Exclusive design allows retailers to cater tothis demand, supplying customers with opulent carpet that has thatall-important timeless appeal. With the current popularity of shaggystyles too, Shaggy Exclusive is set to captivate homeowners with itsultimate underfoot comfort and on-trend look.”

Shaggy Exclusive has a pile weight of 3.2kg/m2 and is available in nineshades, with a lavish pile height of 3cm. Crafted from 100% high-quality two-ply StainSafe polypropylene yarn, it is also bleachcleanable, says Mr Vanden Bossche. “With impressive seven-year wearand 10-year stain safe warranties too, retailers can be sure that this isa carpet set to have widespread appeal,” he concludes.

Richard Lawrence, Axminster Carpets group head of marketing, says:“We are famous for our quality and many of our retailers benefit fromthis reputation, with consumers attracted to the natural appeal of wooland the craftsmanship and pride. Whether tufted creations such as theDevonia collection, or our beautiful woven Axminster styles, eachcarpet is made to the highest possible standard and will endure yearsof use.”

The company controls every aspect of production, from sourcing 90%of its wool from British sheep, to processing its own yarn for itsDevon factory. It is this attention to detail that gives AxminsterCarpets an unmistakable touch of class, says Mr Lawrence.

“Our patterned woven Axminster carpets offer homeowners astunning array of styles,” he continues. Traditional patterns, delicateflorals and Arts and Crafts inspired carpets combine withcontemporary pindots, staccato stripe and oversized plaids,complemented by Axminster Carpets’ in-store presence, quality, styleand diversity,” says Mr Lawrence.

Charles Annable, Brockway Carpets managing director identifies animportant, cash rich segment of the market that is interested inpremium end of the market heavyweight carpets, despite theeconomic difficulties.

“We’re catering for this demand with new product launches includingour latest Solar range,” he says. “Expertly designed for heavydomestic/commercial use, this premium range of wool rich carpetsfeatures 64 vibrant plain colours and seven contemporary co-ordinating stripes. It will make its debut at The Flooring Show.” Withconsumers looking for comfort and luxury within their long terminvestment, Brockway is seeing an increase in demand for ranges suchas Akaroa, Florian and Orion, with significant sales growth for itsCadogan superior two-ply yarn range, says Mr Annable.

Despite the difficult economic conditions that havecontinued this year, heavyweight carpet continues to provepopular, providing retailers with healthy margins and theircustomers with a product that gives satisfaction forappearance and performance.

Martin Peace, sales and marketing director of Abingdon Flooring, saysthat whilst the economy is suffering and market conditions arechallenging, the obvious conclusion would be that prices are beingdriven down and carpet demand is therefore at the budget end of thescale. The company finds, however, that there is a growing demand forquality, luxury carpets as long as they deliver value for money.

It states that a good quality two ply polypropylene saxony with plentyof twist in the yarn both handles well and has the practicality of being‘stainfree’, the perfect combination when combined with freshcolourways and a reasonable price tag. Furthermore, a growingnumber of retailers are selling more of this product type and receivinggood customer feedback, providing the confidence to sell moreheavyweights and continue the upward trend.

Happy with the heavies

Balta’s Exclusive Shaggy offers long lasting quality

Abingdon’s Indulgence lives up to its name

An ‘unmistakable touch of class’ in Axminster’s Botanica


Brintons states it appreciates that during an economic downturnconsumers are tempted to reduce the quality of what they are buying,so feel it is even more important to demonstrate the benefit ininvesting in a wool-rich, woven carpet. There is no doubt this will retainits looks for longer and buying cheaper alternatives is a false economythat will require carpet to be replaced sooner, the company advises.Brintons offers a sample and technical advice service directly toconsumers, encouraging them to buy the best their budget will allow.

Retailers also understand the importance of quality, it says, and play animportant role in the purchase decision, offering invaluable advice andrecommending the best carpets. When it comes to an infrequentpurchase such as carpet, it is vital that the consumer understands thatit pays dividends to spend more for higher quality carpets, Brintonsconcludes.

Bronte Carpets says although it has felt the effects of the economicdownturn, producing at the higher end of the quality scale hasprotected it from feeling the full weight of the recession. It has foundthat the heavier qualities in its range have held up well.

It is possible that the increase in wool prices may have contributed tothis, as consumers look to a higher end product if they require woolcarpet. It may also be that consumers are looking for a productthat will last longer and are therefore spending a little more on abetter quality carpet. Bronte states its latest additions possibly reflectthis trend, as they are the two chunky shag pile qualities and the newembossed designs in its border range.

Martin West, Kingsmead general manager, says: “I have been involvedwith selling heavy weight saxony carpets for nearly 25 years and haveseen many peaks and troughs in their popularity.” Strong colours suchas greys, pinks and jade greens dominated in the 1990s in nylon andpolyester, before beige began its dominance 10 years ago. Since thenthe cost of nylon and polyester has increased significantly, leaving avoid to be filled by the modern day two-ply BCF polypropylene.

“The market is overrun currently with ‘salt'n'pepper’ deep saxonieswith more arriving on a regular basis. At Harrogate, however,Kingsmead will launch its first 100oz saxony in 11 plain shades ofEverlon polypropylene 4m and 5m wide,” says Mr West.

Clare Jenkinson, Ulster Carpet residential designer, says: “Customerswho can afford top end products are sometimes less affected by thedownturn and are less likely to compromise with a lower qualityproduct. There has also been a move away from seeing houses asinvestments to be sold on regularly, and a reinforcement of the idea of'home' as people move house less and appreciate the importance ofhome in unsettled times. In design terms there has been a movetowards luxurious texture in all areas of home furnishings.”

The company states its products are renowned for their quality andtimeless appeal, with its Country House Collection and Ulster Velvetranges depicting flooring at its finest, presented in sophisticated andelegant colour palettes.

QA Products states that it istaking an innovative approach tothe world of underlay bystreamlining its extensive rangeinto two brands, engineered tomeet the challenges facing the carpet retailer. These are: how toinclude underlay with every carpet sale; and how to make a healthyprofit. While the company offers its QA Essentials brands for budget-conscious customers, with Designer PU underlay the leading product,the company has developed its QA Performax range for the higherend of the market.

Performax includes high performance underlays for luxuryinstallations, tailored for customers with demanding requirementsprepared to pay more for their flooring.

There is considerable potential for the retailer to boost profits, thecompany states, through products such as its Mayfair luxury PU carpet underlay.

Steve Byrne, Whitestone Weavers and Hugh Mackay managing director,says: “I can confirm that the top end of the market has definitely heldits own. We are continuing to see healthy growth in the 60oz sales ofDurham Twist. It far out performs the 40oz and 50oz.”

With the better retailers understanding the benefits of selling higherquality carpet, he states his company has positioned itself to supplythose looking for superior products at a more cost-effective price. Its95oz per sq yd Hassle Free Saxony is the company’s latestexample. “Again it’s much more for your money that seems to workbest,” says Mr Byrne.

He believes the industry should move away from focusing on cost andstart promoting the benefits of good quality carpeting. While hiscompany supplies a blend of options to meet market demand, MrByrne firmly believes it is best to create fine products by using thebest types of materials to create outstanding products to meetcustomers’ expectations of quality products.

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Brintons Bell Twist is a classy woven wilton suitable for extra heavy domestic use

by Dennis Flower

Hugh Mackay’s 60oz Durham Twist out-sells the 40 and 50oz options


Underlays such as QA’s luxuryMayfair (left) and Designer(below) can help boost profits


For more information:

Abingdon T 01274 655662 www.abingdonflooring.co.ukAxminster T 01297 32244 www.axminster-carpets.co.ukBalta T +32 5662 2211 www.baltagroup.comBrintons T 0800 505055 www.brintons.netCormar T 01204 881234 www.cormarcarpets.co.ukQA T 0151 427 6000 www.qaproducts.co.ukHugh Mackay T 01429 892518 www.whitestone.co.uk.

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Cormar Carpets’ Sensation is made from 100% Luxelle PP, a heavyweight polypropylenethat has been engineered to feel softer and more luxurious but with the qualities of astandard polypropylene, including a 10 year stain warranty.

Made on 1/8th gauge using a two-fold specialised fine yarn to create a lustrous handle,Sensation is available in 10 contemporary plain neutrals including Monterey Sand andSiberian Mink. It comes in four and five metre widths and will retail around £25 per sq m.

David Cormack, Cormar Carpets marketing director, says: “Since the price of wool hasescalated, better quality polypropylenes like our Primo Ultra and Primo Delight havedone exceptionally well.

“Sensation was developed to be a much softer, more tactile carpet collection reflectingthe current trend for lustre and handle. It is a heavy weight carpet to give it that deeppile, hardwearing quality. It is a range that sits within our Easy Clean range as a flag shipproduct.” All Cormar’s wool twist, wool loop and easy clean polypropylene ranges areproduced on site at its Lancashire mills and distributed in the UK and Eire via its owndelivery fleet.

Cormar’s new and superb Sensation

Hot and cold comfortItec is pioneering the use of cold welding for its entire range ofcommercial-rated resilient flooring with the Itec Invisiweld system.

Negating the need for power tools and easier to carry out thanconventional hot welding, Invisiweld leaves an almost imperceptiblejoin making for a finish that is clean and retains the original aestheticof wood, tile, stone and cement style decors.

The Invisiweld system utilises a chemical bond to achieve its almostinvisible join and it is not only easier, but also quicker and morecost-effective than traditional seaming methods. With Itec’sInvisiweld Pro Starter Kit containing everything installers need to begin adopting the method, Invisiweld looks set to transform resilient flooring:

“Cold welding is already widely used in continental Europe and we are keen to bring all its benefits to the UK,” comments Jason Barrett, NationalSales Manager, Itec Contract Floors. “We feel the method will very often supersede hot welding as it requires less equipment, is faster, less expensive,more forgiving to slight errors and provides a far better aesthetic.”

Included within the Invisiweld Pro Starter Kit are Type A (close cut and tightly butted welds) and Type C (0.3 – 4mm gaps) tubes, a contract qualityknife, blades, rollers and tape; Itec Contract Floors also supplies Invisiweld Type A and Type C tubes separately. The same tubes can be usedregardless of colourway or décor, making Invisiweld suitable for use on absolutely any design combination and easy to take from project to project.

“Invisiweld also removes the problem of a hot works licence, making it a preferred choice in many refurbishment projects and in operationalbuildings, as well as on certain new build works,” continues Jason. “While all Itec floors can be either hot or cold-welded we view the Invisiweldconcept as the way to work smarter and faster and its introduction marks the future of resilient floor installation in the UK.”

T 08000 323 970 www.itecfloors


The British Wool column

Wool Week is backThe UK’s biggest celebration of wool is just around the corner as October will see the return of Wool Week and from 15th to 21st – the country will be promoting wool in all variety of ways.

The new and quite stunning sheep POS funded by the Campaign is designed to give stronger profile forwool in store and so is a perfect way to get involved in a very easy way.

“There is no restriction on what you can do – it can be just about promoting carpet or it can be somethingtotally fun and just a social occasion,” said Bridgette Kelly of the Campaign.

Countess of Wessexopens British Wooloffices

Visiting Bradford for a tour of the wool industry, the Countess ofWessex was invited for a tour of Wool House and the industry.The impressive new building is now situated nearer the centre ofBradford – historic home of the textile industry - and hasamalgamated the wool grading side of the business with theadministration.

Welcomed by the BWMB’s chairman – a Northumberland sheepfarmer - the Countess was given a tour of the early stage of thewool industry where British Wool is still graded by hand and eye.

The grading depot, which serves the North of England area gradesup to 5 million kilos of wool every year – the majority of this isstrong wool that will be used in the manufacture of carpets.

This was followed by a look at the way wool is auctioned – theBWMB will sell wool every fortnight throughout the year and it isall done via an electronic computerised system - although thewool merchants still attend personally as has been the longstanding tradition in the wool industry.

There was then a presentation on the Campaign for Wool whichhas been a key focus for the wider wool industry in the last threeyears and which now hosts many international promotions as wellas a Wool Week in the UK.

Members of the British Wool staff also met her and she received aposy from an employee’s daughter before unveiling a plaque.

“It was a tremendous day for all concerned and a great boost toraising the valuable role that wool plays not just in the localcommunity but across the world.”

The Countess then went on to see wool scouring and carpetmanufacturing to give her a fuller picture of the wool industry.

Olympic fever, literally took over our country and there is something magnificentabout the way that we rallied around our nation’s big event and gave it ourwholehearted support.

The carpet industry hosts an award ceremony of its own – set up and run by theCarpet Foundation – it celebrates the promotion of carpet in the consumer press. Itis a brilliant concept to make the monthly glossies feel appreciated for the work theydo and the space they give to making carpet look good – which of course helps theretailer.

Magazines like Period Living, which has a superb splash on carpet in their Septemberissue – has done an excellent job for all of us in the industry. It is also interesting thatcolour is big on the pages of these publications. Less beige and more brave shadesare creeping in to the style trends

Maybe we need a gold medal for selling more carpetcolour – it has got to be a great incentive – if it works forour young athletes – surely we can introduce it! Woolwhich takes dye very well and in all shades looks beautifulin rich colours. As the season changes – let’s give ourwool carpet industry a boost by picking up the trendsthat these magazines push and turning them in to a boostfor business.

Gold medals and red carpetsUlster Velvet in Imperial Red

Countess of Wessex at the opening


Survey

When footfall falls off and a real buyer is a rare and preciouscommodity, adding underlay sales to a carpet purchase can make avaluable difference to the bottom line but retailers may be missingthe opportunity, says our survey.

Our latest flooring forum generated some conflicting responseswith 73% of retailers saying that customers could be persuaded toadd underlay to their purchase – a quarter said it was ‘easy’ topersuade them.

But half of our respondents admitted that more than 80% of theircarpet sales went without underlay and an additional third saidmore than 60% of their sales fell in this category. Surprisingly,perhaps, 45% did not regard underlay as a ‘key opportunity to growthe business’.

We had some interesting comments from retailers in our survey‘soapbox’ this month.

“Underlay is one area where we can put one over on Carpetrightbecause they inflate the price. We can offer our customers asuperior product at a lower price than they charge for a basicunderlay,” said a North East store manager.

A retailer from South Yorkshire added: “It’s a good earner.Generally for every 10 rolls you'll make an extra one! But it makesme mad when you lose a job because your competitor is usingcrap £2m2 underlay.”

“Too many retailers undervalue underlay by offering free poorquality underlay or using non branded underlays,” said arespondent from Yorkshire.

Overall, underlay sales were broadly flat compared to five years agosaid our survey and respondents said the recession had made littledifference to the motivation of consumers to buy.

A London retailer suggested a campaign to increase the profile:“Let’s start a national sales drive paid for by all interested partiesto sell more new underlay, maybe use the Carpet Foundation.”

Suppliers generally got a thumbs-up from retailers with more than80% saying they were charging a fair price and 78% were happywith the service and sampling they received.

But manufacturers selling to internet was a loud and commoncomplaint. An Essex retailer, for example, commented: “I supply andlay a roll of quality branded underlay for around £120.00. If mycustomer checks on line they can get it for £40. I find that difficultto mitigate but it is a grim reminder that the carpet trade cannotcontinue trading in its current fashion.”

The recent explosion of products offered in the market assuppliers chase niche sales and introduce entry-level ranges hasbeen less well received by the market with 63% of retailers

believing there were now too many options available.

Most of our retailers – some 68% - offer just three or four optionsand only 18% offered 6 or more products.

PU confirmed its popularity among our sample with 66% ofretailers saying it was the preferred choice of their customers and89% the preferred choice of their fitters. 54% of our survey saidthey used in-store product demos and sampling to discuss underlaychoice with consumers. But retailers have to take the initiative withone Bristol business commenting he’d only been asked twice in 8years about underlay.

A Hampshire retailer called for a national standard: “I'd like to seean industry standard ratings system on underlay. Most consumersseem to think thicker is better, we all know that's not the case.Some of us will try and educate the customer while others arequite happy to sell a dodgy 12mm for a 600% mark up!”

Asked how long underlay should last, the vast majority of our panelsaid 10 years with only 7% suggesting longer. A common answerwas that underlay should last as long as the carpet – no more, no less.

The underlay opportunityCall for national campaign topromote sales

It’s relatively easyto upgrade almost

every job Underlay is one areawhere we can put oneover on Carpetright

It’s a good earner - forevery 10 rolls you'll make

an extra one!Let’s start a national salesdrive to sell more underlay

The Stocklists polled 1047 retailers throughout the UK duringAugust 2012 . Replies and comments are recorded anonymously. Many thanks to all those who took part.

66% say most of their carpetsells without underlay

45% don’t see underlay as akey opportunity

80% say manufacturerscharge a fair price

68% sell just 3 or 4 types of underlay

66% of retailers prefer PU, 89% of fitters prefer PU

63% say there are too many product options

Too many retailersundervalue underlay



Come to beds!

Star quality from Sweet DreamsLaunching at the Bed Show this year will be a third TV-ready bed fromSweet Dreams, Ella. Stunning Ella comprises a modern fabric frame witha star quality diamante-studded headboard. In double, king andsuperking, the frame is available with two styles of base; sprung slattedor the increasingly popular five-stage-action adjustable. The adjustablebed comes with three mattress options; foam, pocket spring andsupersoft bultex. The frame and mattress are made in the UK.

Ella is also available as a floor-standing headboard; Flare.

Promotions will also be a feature of this year’s Bed Show for SweetDreams. Buyers can look forward to great deals on the four models inthe luxury Moonflower collection.

Sweet Dreams are famous for their wide range of British-made divansand mattresses, encompassing eight collections, and for their 10 workingday delivery.

Visit Sweet Dreams at Stand D11 at the Bed Show.

SomnusNaturally, the best night’s sleep for the rest of your lifeAre you looking to grow sales of premium quality beds? Have youconsidered becoming an exclusive Somnus Studio Stockist?

Somnus promise a good night’s sleep with all their beds uniquely hand-crafted for unsurpassed sleep luxury. Every step of themanufacturing process combines sumptuous upholstery and uniquespring technology to deliver the very best in comfort.

Their state of the art Sensa Pocket springs provide luxurious support,making sure every spring responds to each individual’s weight andsleeping pattern giving the ultimate sleep experience.

Somnus lovingly nurture their very own sheep flocks on the Somnus Farmto create Yorkshire Dales Eco Wool, which a team of sleep specialistshave developed into unique blends 100% natural upholstery fillings.

This ensures every Somnus bed delivers supreme breathability andtemperature control for naturally , the bests night’s sleep for the rest ofyour life.

Visit Somnus at Stand B27-35 at the Bed Show.

Flooring retailers are increasingly interested in diversification to support their turnover and margins in tough times and theproportion of stores who also sell beds is growing. This year, the Bed Show is keen to welcome flooring retailers.

Now in its third year, the Bed Show, which takes place 25-26 September 2012 and once again at Telford International Centre, is theonly bed-specific exhibition in the UK and is a must-attend event for anyone interesting in sourcing components for makingmattresses and beds. Visitors will have a chance to learn more about the latest technological innovations likely to be incorporatedinto beds as well as view new, finished products and ranges from the UK’s leading bed manufacturers and suppliers.

Said NBF executive director Jessica Alexander: “We’ve had a fantastic level of interest in Bed Show 2012, with over 80% of standspace already booked. There’s a good mix of both bed manufacturers – all with British manufacturing bases – and componentsuppliers. It’s this combination that gives the show its unique quality.”

The components suppliers will be showing everything from bed making and packaging, machinery and tools, foams, fibres and naturalfillings, springs, tickings and mattress covers, labels, plus a host of other components.

Parking and entry are free for visitors, and Telford International Centre is easily accessible from all parts of the UK. There will onceagain be a sparkling gala dinner and awards ceremony on the night of the first day of the Bed Show.

Over 1,300 visited the second Bed Show which was organised by the National Bed Federation (NBF), the recognised tradeassociation representing UK manufacturers of beds and their suppliers. All exhibitors must first be NBF members.

Visit www.bedshow.co.uk to register on line, book accommodation and reserve your place at the Gala dinner!


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