Is it possible to get the rugs larger dimensioned than 2m?

Even though the broadloom is just 2m wide, it is possible to manufacture rugs with a max. width/diameter of 4m. To do this, we cut two equal-sized pieces/semicircles that are joined by using heat seamed tape. The rugs are subsequently furnished with a textile second backing to provide additional stability and comfort. 

Do these rugs have seams?

Rugs over 2m wide diameter are manufactured out of two parts with a seam in the middle. Depending on the way the light falls, this seam is more or less visible.

What kind of backing do the carpets have?

Our carpets are manufactured using 2m wide broadloom and come with the standard jute backing. For added stability, an additional textile (fleece) secondary backing fused onto rugs larger than 2m.

What do I need to consider when laying the carpet?

tretford carpets have either jute or a fleece backing depending on the rug size. Depending on the sub-floor, we recommend that you use it in conjunction with an anti-slip mat or spray for your safety.

Why is the texture of tretford carpeting not perfectly even throughout?

We primarily use the long top hair of Cashmere goats, which differs in colour and texture from animal to animal. Our natural Cashmere goats' hair is collected once a year and subsequently sorted and gently washed. Mongolian goat's natural habitat can be quite harsh, and their coats are subjected to extreme weather conditions which can cause certain irregularities.  Even our unique manufacturing process cannot fully compensate for these natural colour deviations, resulting in unevenness in the carpet’s ribbed texture. All of this is part of the unmistakable character of tretford.

Like linen, tretford carpet has specific little irregularities; which make it one-of-a-kind.