RIBA CPD Showcase

Floor finishes: carpets

The following CPD materials have all been assessed and approved by the RIBA.
This seminar provides a comprehensive understanding of one of the most advanced carpet technologies available, and how the benefits of this solution may be applied to any project successfully, effectively, without compromise to performance standards, and in the best interests of the end user.

ege offers some of the industry’s fastest delivery times. Carpets are produced and ready to ship in less than three weeks, and available in tile, broadloom and rug format. ege carpets are not only beautifully designed, but perform to the highest classification within EN1307 on wear, colour-fastness and appearance retention, and are produced to match every budget.

Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: one hour.
Seminar, by Burmatex Ltd
This seminar aims to help the specifier make an informed evaluation of the different types of modular, contract carpet tiles available. By discussing the features of various component materials and manufacturing techniques the seminar identifies how each element influences the final carpet tile’s appearance and durability in commercial use. It also provides a comprehensive overview of the structure within a carpet tile and explains how modular flooring represents a responsible flooring solution.

burmatex® is a leading UK manufacturer of environmentally-rated, modular contract flooring with a product portfolio covering carpet planks, carpet tiles and carpet sheet. The range and variety of burmatex® products are the result of its extensive knowledge of the flooring industry. Current ranges include tufted carpet tiles and planks, unique structure bonded and fibre bonded carpet tiles and sheets, as well as specialist entrance matting products.

All burmatex® ranges hold either BREEAM A+ or A environmental ratings.

Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 40 minutes.
This CPD presentation explores the key aspects of designing for Axminster carpet production, featuring everything from the initial brief, through the design process, to installation. Also explored is designing for Electronic Jacquard and how this can be used to produce complex, multi-part large-scale floorscapes in a variety of interiors. In addition, the seminar discusses the history of Axminster, changes in technology, and the full process involved in design and project management within woven Axminster carpet production.

Brintons has been producing quality carpets in Kidderminster for more than 230 years. As a royal warrant holder, Brintons has carpeted the world’s most prestigious locations: from palaces to hotels, and cruise liners to airports. With offices and manufacturing facilities around the world, Brintons’ reputation is built on design innovation, product excellence, technical expertise and customer focus.

Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 30 minutes.
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