Welcome to the latest instalment of our ‘People of Heckmondwike’ blog series, where we showcase the faces behind the commercial carpet tiles manufacturer. This week, we caught up with Marketing Manager, Polly Edmondson. Continue reading to learn all about the busy behind the scenes work that goes into promoting our products, Polly’s visions for the future and her secret showjumping …
Heckmondwike to exhibit at Education Estates 2021
Heckmondwike is delighted to be exhibiting at this year’s Education Estates® exhibition, taking place on Tuesday 12th and Wednesday 13th October at the Manchester Central Conference Centre, marking a welcome return to in-person events and exhibitions. As a market-leading carpet provider for the education sector, we are proud to be showcasing our range of high quality, durable and stylish fibre …
A Guided Tour of Our Yorkshire Factory
Here at Heckmondwike FB, we believe that where we are based says a lot about who we are as a company. As the name suggests, our factory is located near Heckmondwike, a small town in West Yorkshire. Since the company was founded in the 1960s, our values have always been very straight-talking, honest and true to our Yorkshire roots. Our …
The 5 Best Carpets for School Renovations
While the kids might be enjoying time off school, the rest of us are hard at work – renovating the school! Throughout the summer, many school procurement teams may be using this time to begin some much-needed classroom enhancements. This is an even greater concern as we manage the hygiene considerations of the pandemic. With this in mind, every piece …
Meet John Barraclough, Yorkshire Area Sales Manager at Heckmondwike
Welcome to the latest instalment of our ‘People of Heckmondwike’ blog series, where we showcase the faces behind the commercial carpet tiles manufacturer. This week, we caught up with Yorkshire Area Sales Manager, John Barraclough. Continue reading to learn about his favourite product range, visions for the future and his famous feature in a special edition of Weetabix Top Trumps …
How to Choose the Best Carpet for Apartments
Choosing the right carpet is a crucial consideration when designing any space, especially when planning interior design for apartment complexes. Many values must be considered, including design, durability and even acoustics. In this blog, our commercial carpet company outlines which carpet styles are ideal for apartment buildings, to create the perfect blend between well-being and practicality. Iconic Design In …
New Odyssey Carpet Tiles Ready for Launch
Heckmondwike FB has launched its celebrated design-led commercial carpet tile range, Odyssey. Pairing a bold design with durable features, Odyssey is completely unique to the fibre bonded carpet sector. One of a kind, eye-catching interiors have never before been so easy to create. Contrasting colours are ideal for walkways, social distancing, or contemporary breakout spaces. The 50cm x 50cm tiles …
How important is sound in the classroom?
Since children have returned to the school environment, many academic professionals have reflected their concerns over the impact that lockdown had on learning. In fact, a survey by Young Minds revealed that almost three-quarters of teachers feel students’ mental health has been affected. Communication is key to a smooth and positive transition back to the classroom. This blog explores how …
The Acoustic Benefits of Carpet
According to the American Society of Interior Designers, carpets are 10 times more efficient in reducing sound than other flooring types. Experts also believe carpet can reduce airborne noise by up to 35%, as well as destroying the reverberation and echo in a room. There are many reasons why noise reduction in spaces has positive outcomes. For example, it can …
Is there such a thing as the perfect learning space?
According to a study by the University of Salford, classroom design can impact learning by 25%, both positively and negatively! With children making their return to school, after a prolonged period of homeschooling, there has never been a more important time to review learning spaces. The Easter holidays provide an ideal window for interior renovations. In this blog, our commercial …
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