A pretty name for a tiny creature with a voracious appetite. Carpet moths typically live outdoors in birds’ nests and on animals, but we are seeing an increasing problem with them invading homes and commercial spaces, attracted to the natural fibres in carpeting and soft furnishings. It’s an increasingly significant problem in the South of the UK. They typically munch in corners, under furniture and other spaces they are less likely to be disturbed. Shut… Read More
Latest Blogs from Wilton Carpets
Wilton at the Movies
Seen the new fabulous production of Cruella? Well, you should. Apart from an inspired re-working of 70s hits into a perfect-pitch sound track, the film is sumptuous in it’s detailing, making it a captivating story of the origins of everyone’s favourite childhood baddie. The depth and nuance of the lead characters is brilliantly expressed through their costumes, and that attention to detail is carried through to the setting – with every scene bringing to life… Read More
Bespoke Design for Sumptuous Listed Private Residence
Glimpse the stunning interiors of this Grade II listed 16th Century private residence in the North of England we’ve just been lucky enough to carpet, expertly fitted by Kendal Quality Carpets. Having stayed at Grantley Hall Hotel, which we lavishly carpeted a couple of years ago, the clients wanted to capture the same quintessentially British note in the design, but bring it right up to date, weaving a timeless herringbone pattern in contemporary greys. The… Read More
Stylish Retirement Apartments
Timeless and other-worldly beauty of Ethereal. We’re delighted to have recently installed another Ethereal Collection at Retirement Apartments in Methley, West Yorkshire. This collection of flowing florals and classic motifs has distressed overlays in muted pastel tones giving it a bohemian, dreamy quality. Stunning Transitions Architects KPA wanted to offer a varied and interesting experience through the walkways in this retirement complex, and opted for the unique style of Ethereal for 450m2 of corridors, woven in our durable… Read More
Beautiful carpets for luxury treehouse lodges
Ramside Hall Hotel, near Durham has just launched 5 new treehouses, expanding it’s luxury guest offering at the hotel, golf resort and spa. The hotel’s longstanding relationship with architects and interior designers, Space ID meant they were the first choice to design and build these sumptuous hideaways. There are 4 A-frame tree houses, on 2 levels nestled into the tree line with far reaching views over the golf course and beyond, to be enjoyed from… Read More
Wilton Carpets Make £1m Investment in New High Tech Machinery
Wilton Carpets, the leading British manufacturer of carpets for the commercial hotel and hospitality sector, is committing to a further £1m investment in its Wiltshire factory, securing the business for its future growth and development. A number of traditional looms are to be replaced by technologically advanced axminster weaving machinery, which will boost efficiency and output while reducing waste and energy, to service what the company predicts will be a continuing strong demand for its… Read More
Horsley Lodge Golf Club
Horsley Lodge is a hotel, wedding venue and conference centre as well as being ranked in the top 5 golf clubs in the East Midlands. They needed to refresh the social areas in the clubhouse with something beautiful and enduring. We were happy to help this prestigious club achieve that ambition. The Project The carpet was fitted into the main function room, foyer and ladies toilets. The room is used for an average of 2… Read More
Roslin Beach Hotel unveils its stunning refurbishment
A recolour of one of our Creations designs provides the perfect energy for this vibrant eatery. This beautiful hotel, in a prime location in Southend-on-Sea, has recently unveiled a masterful makeover. Using warm terracotta tones with carefully contrasting pops of flora, we think they’ve nailed contemporary-lux. The design is drawn from our Creations Collection, and is part of our semi-bespoke offer Ready to Weave; a dynamic selection of designs which can be re-coloured in any of… Read More
Curious Mister at The Clarence Hotel
Part of the Press-Up Hospitality Group, The Clarence Hotel is one of Dublin’s most iconic hotels, centrally located in Wellington Quay, in the heart of Dublin City with unrivalled views over the River Liffey. A boutique four star hotel, in the midst of trendy Templebar, The Clarence Hotel has recently undergone extensive renovation works, updating their spectacular lobby bar and a selection of newly designed bedrooms. The bar, formerly known as the octagon bar, the… Read More
We’re on Antiques Road Trip
Presenter Charlie Ross and his team came to the factory late last year to learn about the story behind the world-famous Wilton weave and the subsequent hundreds of years of history which have shaped this manufacturing business in South Wiltshire. There was a carpet factory built on our site in Wilton in 1655. In this year, England was between Kings, and Oliver Cromwell was busy dividing the country up into 11 districts, each under military… Read More
