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How a carpet is constructed dictates performance and appearance, so understanding the difference is important in correct specification within hospitality and leisure locations. Choose the wrong carpet construction for the job at hand and it could cost you money, either through premature wear or over-specification. As always, knowledge is power, so we’ve put together the below guide to help you through the fog. Carpet Constructions Following the introduction of tufted carpets to the UK in… Read More

Designs based on geometric structure are stronger than ever and the look is now a firm favourite for many hospitality venues, not just for flooring, but also modular wall panels that take on amazing sculptural forms based on grids, hexagons and diamonds to name a few. A walk around 100% Design revealed that these geometric forms are also taking shape in glass finishes, laminates, tiles and lighting. Working through public areas in hotels and pubs,… Read More

Capturing much attention at the recent Sleep 2013 event was the beautifully vivid feature carpet flowing wall to floor at the Wilton Carpets Commercial stand, showcasing the latest patterns and colours trending for hospitality interiors including damasks, weaving scrolls and retro geometrics, all illuminated in the rich colour of Wilton’s Elements palette. Demonstrating masterful use of colour and mesmerising patterns blending in balanced harmony, the bespoke design of the stand was a bright demonstration of… Read More

With over 20% of all visits to its website coming from mobile phones and tablets, Wilton Carpets has developed a new mobile-friendly Carpet Search app that offers users rapid and efficient access to its Ready to Go, FastTrack and Bespoke design libraries when on the move. Users can scroll through swatches of the Ready to Go and FastTrack design carpet collections, or pinpoint the right look with the Design Search tool that finds styles by… Read More

Tile effects are proving a strong influence for carpet, with nostalgic overtures using Victorian trellis, Gothic scrolls and Fleur de Lys; and retro styles incorporating hexagons, zigzags and diamonds. There is a mix and match quality to these latest designs, with style and scale both used to full effect in fabulous diamond, hexagonal and grid structures for carpets that have a real patchwork quilt feel. In terms of tone, subtle and sophisticated contemporary chalks are… Read More

A dominant force in pattern on the catwalk, paisley is back in fashion and not just in haute couture, but in interiors too. Today’s paisley creates an elegant statement reflective of the 17th Century cashmere shawls and the true vintage paisleys based on the beautiful, curling jewel-embellished floral motifs of Eastern origin. Beautifully drawn paisley designs are created with an all-over effect. They can be used as a classical inspired style or as a modern take… Read More

Large over-scale designs that add a dramatic statement to the floor continue to be one of the strongest trends for hospitality interiors of all sizes. Whether a small boutique hotel dining room or a large conference suite, these designs are used in a similar fashion to that of statement wallpaper, though the carpet has to work within a far more complex shape and larger areas. Not only do these larger than life patterns have to… Read More

A beautiful bespoke woven axminster adorned the walls and floor of the Wilton Carpets Commercial stand at November’s Sleep event, the premier interior design tradeshow for the international hospitality sector. The geometric patterned carpet used colours from the brand new Elements palette. Presenting an exquisite fusion of rich jewel colours and lustrous metallics, Elements is inspired by leading colour trends evident in today’s interiors and forecast to continue into 2013 and beyond. Shades of antique… Read More

With luxury seating and table areas, as well as a licensed bar and coffeeshop, the Regal Cinema Evesham is one of a growing number that provide an evening of entertainment that takes a night at the movies to a new level. As such, it is important that the interior and carpet provide a distinctive, welcoming and opulent surrounding for visitors. Originally opened in 1932 but forced to close in 2003, the cinema has recently undergone… Read More

Alan Whittle, UK Sales Director, Wilton Carpets Commercial examines the role of carpet in the bar and restaurant sector. Bars and eateries really do put carpet through its paces and as worn and dirty carpets make any interior look drab, no matter how gleaming the fixtures or luxurious the furniture, getting it right at the beginning will save you heartache further down the line. The biggest problem area for carpet is dirt and stains particularly… Read More