Axminster Carpet – Commercial Product Introduction

For centuries, Axminster carpet has defined excellence in luxury flooring, adorning prestigious venues such as castles, opera houses, and five-star hotels around the world. Today, Axminster remains the premier choice for commercial environments where elegance, durability, and design flexibility are paramount. Whether for a grand ballroom, a corporate headquarters, a luxury cruise liner, or a boutique hotel, Axminster carpet delivers an unparalleled combination of beauty and performance. 

Superior Woven Construction

Unlike tufted carpets where the pile is simply stitched into a backing and secured with adhesive, Axminster carpet is woven on advanced Jacquard looms with the pile and backing materials integrated in a single operation. Each tuft of yarn is individually inserted and locked into the warp and weft structure, creating a bond so secure that individual tufts cannot be easily pulled or loosened. This woven construction eliminates the problems of delamination, bubbles, ripples, and premature product failure that often occur in high-traffic areas with other carpet types. The result is a floor covering of exceptional dimensional stability, outstanding resilience, and a service life that, with proper maintenance, can extend 15 to 25 years or longer even in the most demanding commercial settings.

Premium Materials for Commercial Performance

Our Axminster carpets are crafted using a premium blend of 80% virgin wool and 20% anti-static nylon—a combination that has proven itself in demanding commercial environments for decades. Wool brings natural resilience, stain resistance, flame retardancy, vibrant colour retention, and inherent acoustic absorption, while nylon adds strength, abrasion resistance, and enhanced durability under heavy foot traffic. Wool also contributes to indoor air quality by absorbing harmful pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide, and helps stabilise thermal properties by absorbing and releasing moisture during humidity fluctuations. For projects requiring specific fibre specifications, we also offer 100% nylon and 100% wool options.

Unmatched Design Versatility

One of the greatest strengths of Axminster carpet lies in its extraordinary design flexibility. The Axminster weaving process places virtually no limitation on pattern complexity or colour count, allowing up to sixteen colours in a single design. Whether your vision includes bold geometric shapes, delicate florals, natural motifs, or completely custom artwork, Axminster provides the perfect canvas to bring your ideas to life. Powered by modern electronic Jacquard looms, we can generate intricate designs with pinpoint precision while maintaining outstanding quality and clarity. Our bespoke service allows you to tailor every element—pattern, colour palette, texture, and quality grade—to suit the unique character and requirements of your project. For projects requiring faster turnaround, our “Ready to Weave” service combines 21st-century technology with traditional Axminster weaving to deliver custom carpets in a fraction of the time normally associated with bespoke commissions, with costs previously only achievable with large production runs.

Technical Specifications

Our contract Axminster carpets are available in a range of specifications tailored to commercial needs. Weight options range from 1100 g/m² to 2300 g/m², with weaving widths of up to 400 cm to optimise carpet consumption and minimise installation costs and waste. The carpet is available in cut pile only—a hallmark of the Axminster method that delivers a plush, luxurious underfoot feel while ensuring a clean, refined appearance. Multiple quality grades are available, suitable for any location from guest rooms to the most demanding public areas such as main halls, corridors, restaurants, and convention centres.

Key Performance Benefits

Exceptional Durability: The secure pile lock, high density, and hard-wearing materials enable Axminster carpet to withstand extremely high foot traffic with minimal wear.

Superior Appearance Retention: Wool’s natural resilience and the tight woven structure resist crushing and compression from furniture and heavy use, maintaining a fresh, luxurious look over years of service.

Enhanced Acoustics: The dense construction absorbs sound effectively, making Axminster an ideal choice for large public spaces, conference halls, and guest rooms where noise reduction is critical.

Fire Safety and Static Control: Wool’s inherent flame-retardant properties and anti-static characteristics add an essential layer of safety for public and commercial environments.

Low Maintenance: The wool/nylon blend is easy to clean and highly resistant to staining, reducing ongoing maintenance costs and extending the carpet’s serviceable life.

Environmental Performance: Wool is a natural, renewable, and biodegradable fibre, supporting circular economy principles and reducing microplastic generation compared to fully synthetic alternatives.

Ideal Applications

Axminster carpet is the flooring of choice for a wide range of commercial and luxury hospitality environments, including:

• Luxury hotels and resorts (guest rooms, corridors, lobbies, ballrooms)

• Casinos and gaming venues

• Corporate headquarters and executive offices

• Convention and conference centres

• Restaurants and banquet halls

• Cruise liners

• Airports and transportation hubs

• Theatres and opera houses

• High-end retail spaces

Why Choose Axminster Carpet for Your Commercial Project

Axminster carpet represents a true investment in quality. While its initial cost may be higher than that of tufted alternatives, its exceptional longevity, outstanding performance retention under heavy traffic, and enduring aesthetic appeal deliver a superior total cost of ownership over the lifecycle of your project. For specifiers, architects, and interior designers seeking a flooring solution that combines timeless elegance with heavy-commercial-grade performance, Axminster stands alone as the gold standard.

For more information, technical specifications, or to discuss your custom design requirements, please contact our commercial team.