The most crucial time in the long history of carpets dates back to Persian times.  They originated with the ascension of the Safavid rulers, who came to power between 1499 and 1722. To date the original discovery of carpets there are over 1500 historical examples which have been preserved by a number of museums and private collections globally.

It was in the reign of Shah Abbas between 1571 and 1629 that crafts and commerce started to prosper in Persia. The ruler, Shah Abbas encouraged trade and regular contacts around Europe and thus transformed the new capital of Isfahan into the most decadent and glorious cities in the whole of Persia.

Shah encouraged the creation of a court ‘or kingdom’ workshop for carpets which is probably one of the earliest examples of carpet manufacturers which saw skilled craftsmen and carpet designers working tirelessly to create the most lavish of carpets. The majority of the earlier carpets were made from real gold and silver threading for added embellishment and silk was also a popular material in the use of ‘court’ carpets.

It was only when the ‘Axminster’ period arrived in 18th and 19th century England that carpets in the UK began to appear more frequently in homes around England, however, carpet manufacturers were still hand making their carpets individually. Carpet materials changed towards the second part of the 19th century to make mass production possible, resulting in great carpet discount prices, and such materials as cut pile wool are still seen in carpet brands today such as Westex Carpets, Kingsmead Carpets, Cormar Carpets, Brintons, Woodward Grosvenor & other leading manufacturers.

During the Axminster period,  Devon was clearly on the map when it came to carpet manufacturing, however, in recent years due to the sheep farming industry which provided essential wool for the carpet making process meant that carpet manufacturers quickly started to spring up, resulting in carpets in Leeds and West Yorkshire areas of the country.

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Based in Colne, Lancashire, Bronte Carpets have been manufacturing custom made carpets for over 26 years. Every carpet is custom made to fit a room and customers can choose from a huge range of colours, materials and textures for the perfect finish.

Bronte Carpets offer three main ranges, Saxony, Shag Pile and Twist.  With 40 stock colours available in each, a choice of different pile weights and widths up to 12 metres, Bronte Carpets have a carpet for every room and style.

For those looking for something different, Bronte Carpets have a range of borders in numerous designs, to really make your carpet stand-out from the crowd.  With around 32 different border styles to choose from, there is something to satisfy everyone’s taste, and as with all Bronte Carpets, it will be custom made for your room.

Bronte Carpets also operate a Mill Shop from the Bankfield Mill, Greenfield Road, Colne.  Here you can take advantage of price cuts on discontinued and non-standard ranges and colours as well browse their selection of rugs and other items.

Carpetncare stock Bronte Carpets.  Contact us on 0800 731 5608.

Not been a company that sits on the fence or just follow others their commitment to research & investment means they can continue to maintain & develop their processes & techniques keeping them in front of change helping them to continue with improving performance of the product in order to continue meeting the market demands. It is through their product development they can still offer value to both the residential & commercial markets.    

Their design team travel worldwide visiting interior designers, furniture and textile shows. The company has an unrivalled collection of Woods, Stones and Abstract products. They have an unrivalled collection to choose from – traditional, classic and contemporary there is something to suit everyone`s taste browse through the gallery and be inspired by funky trends, gain interior ideas on how to achieve the designer look in Hints and Tips.

Choosing Amtico flooring

Whether a residential or commercial customer there should be no problem in finding what you are looking for. A wide choice of texture & design will help you achieve the perfect combination, resulting in stunning looking floors. You should always consult an expert flooring retailer, who will not only measure the area precisely but will be able to advise you on the type & level of sub floor preparation needed to achieve the best from this beautiful flooring.    

Why Choose Amtico

Unlike natural materials Amtico is very low maintenance, no sanding & polishing of the woods, no grouting to maintain, Amtico is flexible in design, warm, quiet, 100% waterproof.

The colour of the flooring you choose will largely be down to personal preference but you should also take into consideration your existing decor and whether you will be changing your interior design in the near future. If you are looking for flooring at online flooring retailers then it can be difficult to accurately match the colour you prefer. For this reason it’s wise to either visit carpet shops in person or to ask online flooring retailer to send you a sample so you can get an accurate impression of the colour.

Buying Amtico

 There are many flooring retailers who sell Amtico flooring so shop around to find a suitable colour and a competitive price at a number of carpet shops. UK online carpet shops will be able to deliver your flooring to you in most cases so don’t forget to look online for some discount carpets.

If you are looking for cheap carpets in Leeds or the surrounding area then visit our carpet shop today. We also stock a range of Amtico flooring online.

Call Carpetncare on 0800 731 5608  for more information on Amtico’s product range.

What types of flooring do Karndean create?

Karndean create versatile flooring which is suitable for both home and commercial premises so whatever floor you are looking to cover Karndean will have the solution. Karndean manufacture everything from wood-effect planking to stylish but tough ceramic and mosaic tiles. If you’re looking for something slightly different then they also offer glass and metal flooring.

What colours can I choose from?

Karndean have a huge range of colours and textures of flooring to choose from. If you prefer wood for example then you Karndean can select anything from the lighter shades of German Lime and Canadian Maple to the dark and dramatic tones of Brazilian Rosewood and Tudor Oak. There are plenty of striking colours available in the Mosaic and Ceramic collections including Venetian Blue and Ancient Onyx. Once you have an idea of the colour you would like then ask online carpet retailers for Karndean flooring samples or further advice on colour & design.

What are the benefits of Karndean flooring?

As well as the vast range of colours and textures available another great benefit of Karndean floors is that they are highly durable. Although investing in cheap carpets or flooring can be a good idea for a quick fix, when you buy Karndean you will be making a long term investment as these floors are designed with durability in mind. Karndean floors can endure in even the toughest of settings including shops, bars and nurseries. Karndean floors won’t crack or chip easily and offer a high standard of hygiene as they can be wiped clean. You don’t need to spend a fortune on flooring either as Karndean natural effect floors are an affordable way to achieve the expensive look of natural materials.

Where can I buy Karndean flooring?

If you’re lucky enough to live in the area you will find a huge range of shops selling carpets in Yorkshire, including Karndean flooring, so you can get a good idea of colours and textures. Carpet retailers online often offer good deals on discount carpet and flooring .

Visit our Karndean flooring section to see the selection we have online & examples of some of the work we have completed.

Call Carpetncare on 0800 731 5608 for full details on the Karndean International, flooring range.