Wilton Carpets News

Some 5,900 square metres of bespoke carpet from Wilton Carpets Commercial has given a luxurious ambience to the lounge, restaurant, corridors and bedrooms of Warwick Conferences’ Scarman, the largest of three conference and training venues based at the University of Warwick. Using the design flexibility of woven axminster from Wilton Carpets, the designers at the University of Warwick have been able to achieve an interior to meet the much more demanding expectations of guests since the centre was refurbished 7 years ago. Preferring the greater design capability and looks retention of axminster woven carpets over tufted constructions, the 204 bedrooms at Scarman were designed with a base palette of neutrals and fawns, with a highlight colour that varied from floor to floor. The corridor carpet was designed from a complementary… Read More

Wilton Carpets Commercial has provided a striking bespoke woven carpet with a difference for the energetic Bowlplex entertainment venue in Poole. Durable and comfortable axminster carpet tiles provide easy replacement and flexibility, while adding a stylish take on the corporate identity of the family owned company. Understanding the needs of an energetic and busy entertainment complex, leisure and retail space specialist, Tekne sought a floor covering that could withstand the rigours of high traffic levels as well as reflect the strong identity of Bowlplex, catching the dynamic spirit of the family-owned company. Using a graphic heavy pattern, as well as the Bowlplex logo, the carpet features a dark blue base with vibrant colours to give a sense of animation and energy. The pattern also helps to minimise the appearance of… Read More

Wilton Carpets Commercial is helping the Imperial hotel embrace the swinging 60s with a stunning bespoke woven carpet featuring throughout the bar of the Imperial Hotel in London’s Holborn district. The flagship of the Imperial Hotel Group, with 10 other hotels within central London, the Imperial has recently undergone an extensive refurbishment that plays homage to the 1960s building delivering an interior that captures the fun and frivolity of the period. The company responsible for the design of the hotel refurbishment, Trevillion Interiors Ltd worked with Wilton Carpets’ design manager Julie Robertson to create a statement carpet throughout the bar that captures the spirit of the 60s. Taking inspiration from an image of a pattern from the era along with tuft colours reflecting the décor – both supplied by Trevillion Interiors –… Read More

Stunning bespoke woven carpet from Wilton Carpets Commercial now graces the entrance and stairways of the Tallow Chandlers’ Livery Hall. Delivering on-time and within budget, Wilton Carpets designed a bespoke axminster carpet that draws upon the heritage of the guild and that uses its coat of arms as a central design cue. Working closely with The Tallow Chandlers, design manager Julie Robertson captured the heritage of the Livery Company; achieving a design that complemented the relatively unchanged Grade I listed building’s interior while also providing a pleasant uplift within the heavily panelled hall and stairways. “The carpet has had a really positive impact with both our members and long-standing users commenting on how it has uplifted the ambience of the hall, creating a more inviting atmosphere”, enthuses Brigadier Roy Wilde… Read More

A striking contemporary creation from Wilton Carpets Commercial now adorns the public areas of one of London’s most prestigious hotels. The banqueting suite, ballroom and adjacent meeting rooms of the Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel, Knightsbridge, are now graced with a completely bespoke 80% wool 20% nylon axminster carpet in a durable and luxurious 10-row construction. Wilton Carpets Commercial also added a shrink-resistant backing to the carpet to aid the vigorous maintenance schedule in place at the luxury five-star hotel. Recommended by contractor Countrywide Carpets & Flooring and working closely with the Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel management team, Wilton Carpets Commercial began with a concept floor plan that drew inspiration from the ceiling of the hotel, which is adorned with Viennese Crystal chandeliers.  A magnificent golden chrysanthemum motif creates a focal… Read More

The ability of Wilton Carpets Commercial to marry design, flexibility and speed through its Ready to Go carpet concept has proved the winning formula for the Bury store of Peter Jackson The Jewellers. Specified by jewellery retail specialist, Hallmark Design & Shopfitting to add to the luxury feel of the interior, the carpet was selected in the striking floral of Fantasia from the Symphony collection and proved perfect in a standard colourway. As part of the Ready to Go collection, Fantasia is designed to meet the needs of a broad spectrum of hospitality and retail environments. Manufactured in a high performance 80% wool 20% nylon blend for durability, ease of maintenance and appearance retention, the 3.66m wide woven Axminster carpet so impressed that it provided the base for the interior… Read More

Bespoke carpet from Wilton Carpets Commercial now adorns public areas of the stunning Grand Central Hotel Glasgow as it takes its place once again as the city’s leading four-star hotel. As part a £20m refurbishment and commissioned by Karen Cleaver, design director of hotel owner Principal Hayley; Axminster woven carpets from Wilton Carpets Commercial are now providing stunning looks and superb underfoot comfort for guests throughout the Grand Ballroom, Champagne Lounge and upon the grand staircase, as well as within meeting rooms, meeting room corridors, the first floor corridor and bedroom corridors. The Axminster carpets were manufactured on Wilton Carpets’ state of the art Electronic Jacquard looms in a high performance 80% wool 20% nylon blend to provide durability and appearance retention throughout all areas and within the tight timescale… Read More