Are brintons carpets made in UK?

Brintons is a British manufacturer of carpets, founded in 1783 by William Brinton, at Hill Pool in Chaddesley, Kidderminster, to manufacture spun yarns. Its first factory in Kidderminster was established in 1820 and as of 2008 the company still had a major manufacturing presence on the Stourport edge of the town.

Where is brintons carpet made?

The first Brintons factory was established in Kidderminster in 1820 and the company still has a major manufacturing presence on the Stourport edge of the town. For the past 45 years, it has also been making spun yarns in Telford, Shropshire. Innovation is an integral part of the Brintons story.

Are carpets still made in Kidderminster?

The Kidderminster company T. &A Naylor Ltd. were established power-loom weavers of ‘Kidderminster’ but in 1932 when moving premises they decided it was time to discontinue the product because of a declining market.

Are Brinton carpets good quality?

Brintons is a heritage manufacturer that has designed and produced the highest quality woven Axminster and Wilton carpets for over 235 years, holding a Royal Warrant since 1958.

Who owns brintons carpets?

The Carlyle Group
A historic Kidderminster-based carpet company has been bought by a private equity firm. The Carlyle Group said it has sold Brintons to Argand Partners, which is based in New York and San Francisco, for “an undisclosed sum”.

Are brintons carpets moth proofed?

Are Brintons carpets mothproofed? All of our wool-rich stock ranges are treated during the production process with a chemical that provides resistance to moth larvae damage. The treatment provides a well established level of protection following industry guidelines and best practice.

What is made in Kidderminster?

Kidderminster was a small Worcestershire town in the 18th and 19th centuries. It produced woollen cloth in the 17th century and developed as a location for carpet manufacturing in the 18th century.

Which carpet is most hard wearing?

Loop Pile. A highly popular choice, loop pile carpets are durable and practical while also looking stylish and sophisticated. For heavy wear areas that require serious durability, loop pile carpets are ideal as they hide footprints and require minimal maintenance.

What is the best carpet to avoid moths?

Opt for man-made fibre carpets to reduce the chances of carpet moths visiting your home. However, nearly all manufacturers are mothproofing carpets now. The best mothproofed wool carpets on the market are Penthouse and Telenzo.

How do I get rid of carpet moths NZ?

Vacuum/Monitor – After treatment, vacuum thoroughly to remove eggs, dead beetles, moths and larvae. Dispose of the vacuum bag immediately afterwards by sealing in a plastic bag and placing in the rubbish. Place NO Carpet Beetle Non-Chemical Traps around the room to detect carpet beetle and case bearing clothes moth.

Is Kidderminster nice place to live?

Today, Kidderminster has become a popular option for those looking for the community feel of a close-knit town as well as good transport links, plenty of amenities and access to the nearby Worcestershire countryside.

Is the carpet at Brintons just a carpet?

At Brintons we believe that a carpet is never just a carpet. For over 200 years we’ve seen it as a way to bring your home to life, helping you to express yourself, in ways that you never thought possible.

Who are the carpet manufacturers at carpet mill?

The Carpet Mill hold a large range of carpets on display from a number of manufacturers such as Axminster, Brintons, Woodward Grosvenor and Ulster.

When did William Brintons start his spinning mill?

In 1783, William Brintons started a Spinning mill a few miles from Kidderminster in the United Kingdom, providing yarn for the town’s carpet making cottage industry. Within a few years Brintons moved into the town and with the industrial revolution well underway, power looms were soon introduced.

How did the Brintons Craigend collection get its name?

Famous for their outstanding diversity of pattern, Craigend is Scottish design duo Timorous Beasties third collection with Brintons. Named after Craigend Place, home of the Glasgow based Timorous Beasties studio and birth place of the designs, the collection name is also inspired by the old Gaelic word ‘Creag’, which means rock.