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Yacht carpet or boat carpet can be one of the most diverse areas of the flooring industry, from outdoor UV rated ribbed marine carpet in the bottom of a 13 foot aluminium fishing boat to a hand tufted wool and silk custom carpet for a 170 foot luxury super yacht the cruises the Mediterranean and Adriatic.

Boat carpet is a specialised area that Irvine International Floors focus on, with a fantastic newly refurbished showroom 5 – 10 minutes drive from the down town water front in Auckland, you can see all of our marine carpets on display or talk to one of our sales consultants about your own personal requirements.

With our own in house carpet design department we can custom make you a marine carpet that meets your exact specification’s, whether it is 100% wool hand tufted marine carpet made to the exact size of the saloon or luxury hand carved marine grade wool and silk carpet for the master cabin we have the ability to provide a prompt professional service for you. We can arrange a free measure, quantification and installation service using installation contractors that are experience with the challenges of working to ultra high level of client expectations, coupled with the utmost confidentiality with regards to the areas of the vessel they are working in.

Marine carpet refitting is made easy with a large stock holding of solution dyed nylon marine carpet held in New Zealand, providing a quick turn around while your in port for a short period of time.

Irvine International Floors Marine Vinyl Collection offer an unrivalled reputation for aesthetics, high performance, design flexibility and easy maintenance. Installed in numerous marine projects across the world, it is one of the first products in its class to fully comply with Modules B and D of the Marine Equipment Directive (MED) and achieve Wheelmark approval issued by Lloyd’s Register verification. Marine flooring therefore meets the fundamental safety requirements of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) for Marine Carpet and Marine Vinyl.

Satinproof carpet that has mould and mildew proof attributes and IMO certified Carpet and Vinyl are just part of the benefits we will be able to assist you with, so please visit the below link to view our full range of carpet designs, carpet colours and marine flooring or call us now on 0800 367 773. 

http://irvineinternational.co.nz/Portfolio_Details.asp?cat=2&proj=162#

Carpet & Vinyl Wholesalers & Manufacturers Overview.

Carpet  & hard flooring wholesaler Irvine International specialise in the manufacturing, importing and distribution throughout New Zealand and the wider Pacific of both commercial and domestic… carpet, carpet tiles, axminster carpet,custom designed carpet, custom rugs, stock rugs, vinyl sheet, vinyl tiles and acoustic wall panels.

Carpet ranges are produced to our own stringent carpet specifications and we are continually adding new carpet styles, constructions and colours. Working closely with international market leaders enables us to provide alternative carpet options and specialty flooring solutions.

Irvine International Floors has been producing both domestic and commercial flooring solutions since 1964 and we are proud to be 100% New Zealand owned.

Our commercial carpet project portfolio consists of some of the most prestigious installations in New Zealand and the Pacific such as; Eden Park carpet – Auckland, The Supreme Court carpet – Wellington, Te Papa Museum Vinyl Tiles -Wellington, Crowne Plaza Hotel carpet – Auckland, Auckland International Airport – Vinyl Tiles and Vinyl Planks, Hoyts cinemas carpet – Nationwide, Hyatt Hotel carpet – Auckland, Heritage Hotel carpet – Auckland, Auckland University carpet tiles, Christchurch Women’s Hospital – carpet and the list goes on, so please visit our website portfolio section for a detailed list and flooring image gallery.  ( see link below)

Flooring design showrooms are located in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington with our bulk distribution centres in Auckland and Christchurch. we can provide a nationwide service for all sectors of the flooring market. Supported with a substantial New Zealand stock offering in domestic and commercial carpet, carpet tiles and vinyl, we are able to respond to your flooring requirements immediately.

Carpet wholesaler is not a word that can be used lightly it is vital that before you invest your money in a flooring product or distributor you invest in some time to visit us and our facilities in either Auckland or Christchurch.

Irvine International is an approved supplier to all quality flooring retailers including, but not restricted to:

Carpet Court nationwide, The Floor Store nationwide, Flooring Xtra nationwide, Hills Flooring’s, Smiths City stores, Guthrie Bowron home decorating stores and quality independent flooring retailers.

Visit our “Where to Buy” section for details of flooring retailers in your area.

Irvine International provide:

Carpet, Carpet Tiles, Commercial Carpet, Domestic Carpet, Axminster Carpet, Premium Solution Dyed Nylon Carpet (PSDN  Carpet), Marine Carpet, Automotive Carpet, Domestic Vinyl Tiles, Commercial Vinyl Tiles, Commercial Vinyl Sheet, Commercial Vinyl Planks, Domestic Vinyl Planks, Wall Vinyl, Acoustic Wall Panels, Pin Board, Acoustic Vinyl, and more…

please visit the link below or contact us directly on 0800 367 773. 

http://irvineinternational.co.nz/Portfolio.asp

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Cinema carpet as you can see from above can be a simple part of your project if you work closely with the cinema carpet specialist, with a wealth industry knowledge, in house carpet designers, Architectural designer, Graphic designer and Interior designer all available free to assist you with your next carpet project.

For more information on designing a custom carpet, whether it be carpet for a commercial project or a custom design carpet for a home environment,  please visit the link below or contact us directly on 0800 367 773. 

http://irvineinternational.co.nz/Portfolio_Details.asp?cat=5&proj=139

Flooring or Carpet for golf clubs requires specialist knowledge, in that the specifier must take into consideration the unique requirements of the environment.  These requirements include a heavy duty, durable carpet such as a custom designed axminster carpet for premium golf club’s function areas, carpet which is able to withstand golf shoe spikes for changing rooms and a hard wearing, weather resistant carpet for outdoor areas.

Golf club carpet such as custom designed axminster carpet allows the individual golf club to create a carpet unique to them.  This is achieved through the use of design, colour and through the ability to incorporate a golf club brand or logo into your floor.  Irvine International Floors produce quality axminster carpet which is durable, dirt and fire resistant, yet retains the look and feel of a luxury carpet.  Irvine International Floors provide a free custom carpet design service, this enables the club or sports facility to work with our experts to achieve the desired flooring results.

The specialty carpet needed for golf club changing rooms and the like, are generally constructed using a needlepunch process.  Many of the needlepunch carpets are constructed using a UV stabilised carpet yarn and come with a lifetime zipping and delamination warranty.   In addition to changing room facilities, needlepunch carpets containing UV stabilisers, are also suitable for outside areas such as decking and driving range platform carpet.

Further to custom carpets and needlepunch carpet for golf clubs, Irvine International Floors also produce an extensive range of commercial vinyl flooring suitable for cafeterias, bathrooms, wet area showers or other areas requiring vinyl flooring.  We also supply heavy duty commercial grade, quality carpets suitable for pro shops and any other spaces requiring carpet where an axminster carpet is not indicated.

Irvine International Floors has nationwide representation, please contact us for a free consultation regarding your club or sports facility.  Click on the link below or contact us on the freephone number 0800 367 773 http://irvineinternational.co.nz/Industry-Sector/Tourism–Hospitality/

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Cinema carpet has been a large part of Irvine International Floors entertainment portfolio for many years and we continue to offer a fantastic range of pattered carpet for movie cinemas and entertainment centres around New Zealand, Australia and throughout the Pacific Islands.

Patterned carpet and Custom designed Axminster carpet has long been a tried and proven performer in these harsh environments which are subjected to high foot traffic and excessive soiling as a result of spillages from food and drink, thus the reason you need to contact the cinema carpet experts, Irvine International Floors the next time you need a cinema or entertainment floor covering solution.

Carpet for cinemas and entertainment and event complex’s are not the only product we have on offer, we are regularly involved in providing cinemas with;

• Carpet for public areas , generally heavily pattered and custom designed to your own design requirements.
• Carpet for under seat area, such as a good quality solution dyed nylon carpet.
• Carpet for from of screen areas generally designed to match public area carpet but in a lighter weight.
• Acoustic wall coverings specifically suited for cinemas, both in 12mm thick sheets and matching unbacked wall coverings.
• Red Carpet for premier ticketing areas and new movie release viewings
• Commercial vinyl flooring for back of house areas, such as bars, Bio-box areas and slip resistant vinyl for rubbish collection areas.
• Printed logo mats for entrance areas or branded mats promoting a new movie or promotion.
• Entrance mats for main entrance areas and industrial carpet for high concentrated traffic areas
• Vinyl designer tiles and Vinyl planks, including glow in the dark vinyl flooring , metallic vinyl flooring, holographic vinyl flooring and custom cut vinyl flooring.

Cinema flooring as you can see from above can be a simple part of your project if you work closely with the cinema carpet specialist, with a wealth industry knowledge, in house carpet designers, Architectural designer, Graphic designer and Interior designer all available free to assist you with your next carpet project.

For more information on designing a custom carpet, whether it be carpet for a commercial project or a custom design carpet for a home environment,  please visit the link below or contact us directly on 0800 367 773. 

http://www.irvineinternational.co.nz/Industry-Sector/Entertainment/

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Hoyts cinemas selected Irvine International Floors to produce a custom design axminster carpet for their Sylvia Park cinema complex in Auckland. 

Irvine International Floors worked closely with Hoyts, to design a custom axminster carpet to best meet all their requirements, from aesthetics through to durability.  The carpet was designed and developed in New Zealand by our own in house carpet designer who is based in Christchurch.

Irvine International were able to create a unique carpet design and yet still provide the flexibility required by the client to introduce four individual spaces, each with their own ambiance.   These spaces were created through the use of colour, while flow was maintained through consistency with design.  The custom carpet design allowed flexibility which proved to be a key feature of the interior layout of the carpet scheme.  As Irvine International Floors have the ability to produce small custom colour and design runs, we were able to provide the exact square meterage required by Hoyts without having excessive waste.

Irvine International Floors also supplied the commercial sheet vinyl for back of house areas and a custom red carpet runner required especially for the grand opening of the cinema complex.

For more information on designing a custom axminster, whether it be carpet for a commercial project or a custom design carpet for a home environment,  please visit the link below or contact us directly on 0800 367 773.  

 www.irvineinternational.co.nz

Carpet custom designed for the biggest Fashion Fairground Grand Opening took place today, Friday 20th August at 237 Broadway Newmarket. The custom carpet for this stunning new store was produced by Irvine International Floors, patterned carpet in the fitting room areas added a huge impact to the overall floor finishes. This Irvine International Floors Axminster Carpet has been custom-designed by our in-house carpet designer and produced exclusively for Glassons. The romantic design and colours of this Woven Carpet were created specifically to match the desired ambiance and brand identity of this contemporary womens’ fashion store.

The total flooring solution from carpet design, carpet production and installation was organised by Irvine International Floors … so for your next flooring project make sure you contact us first, for an easy-to-purchase designer flooring  effect.

For more information visit: http://irvineinternational.co.nz/Products/Carpet/Custom-Design.asp or call 0800 367 773

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For most of us carpet is the largest chattel investments you make in your home, whether it is a new-build or refurbishment project. Like most large-ticket purchases, wading your way through the myriad of make and model options can be confusing if you don’t have a clear focus, and carpet is one of the more complicated products to research. Answering a few simple questions can narrow down the field to ensure you buy carpet that meets the specific requirements of your lifestyle and  the room in which you are planning to have carpet installed.

Carpet can be produced in many different ways and these options result in different surface textures, affecting the way a carpet looks and feels. Carpet construction methods can be tufted, woven or needlepunched. Most carpet sold in New Zealand is tufted, which means the carpet yarn has been threaded through a backing by hundreds of needles to form loops to a desired length. Tufted carpet can then be either cut pile or loop pile. Cut Pile means the tops of the loops are cut off to create individual yarn ends. Generally this carpet yarn has more twist which is set so the tufts won’t flatten. The harder the twist of the carpet yarn, the more textured it will look and the longer it will take to wear.  Cut Pile carpet is best suited to areas where underfoot comfort is important. Loop Pile is generally more durable than cut pile, however it is less-soft under foot and less comfortable. The carpet fibre loops are not cut or sheared, so the loops form the carpet surface and this is where the soil tends to stay, making cleaning easier. Level loop pile has a tight, pebbly surface. Multi-level loops produce interesting patterns that have enhanced soil-masking capabilities. Loop Pile carpets are best suited to areas where there is high foot traffic such as commercial environments.

Woven Carpet  is made by weaving the yarn and backing at the same time. The best-known types of woven carpet are Axminster Carpet and Wilton Carpet, their names being taken from the type of loom on which they are woven. Axminster is always cut pile but Wilton can be either cut or loop pile or both. 

When considering your budget, carpets which ensure high performance are generally more expensive compared with other carpet types.  They not only tend to wear substantially better than standard production carpet, they stay looking good for much longer and the overall life-cycle costs including professional cleaning will be far less. How should my carpet perform? Most of us want our carpet to wear well and stay looking good for many years to come. However an average household of 2 adults, 2 children and a cat and or a dog, demands much more from a carpet than the pet-less owner of a one bedroom apartment! 

Similarly, those of us with lots of north/west/east facing windows will be particuarly interested in purchasing a carpet which will not be susceptible to fade or deterioration from UV sunlight.

It pays to consider the total cost of the carpet plus installation.  There is often negligible difference in the installation costs of an expensive carpet versus a carpet at the opposite end of the scale in price, so stretching to the maximum of your budget will help you avoid the deception of false economy.

Please contact us on 0800 367 773 or at one of our Flooring Design Centres in Auckland, Christchurch or Wellington or go now to the carpet section of our website by clicking on the following link http://irvineinternational.co.nz/Products/Carpet/

Carpet can be one of your most costly spends in any interior fitout, if you make the wrong carpet choice now, it will cost you even more to rectify any flooring issues later down the track.

As the title of this article implies “carpet, carpet and more carpet” where should an interior designer, architect or end consumer start with their selection process when looking for carpet? With so much carpet available on the market both in New Zealand and around world it can be a confusing and daunting process choosing the right carpet.

Carpet fibre types such as premium solution dyed nylon (PSDN), standard solution dyed nylon (SDN), piece dyed nylon, 100% wool, 80% wool 20% nylon, polypropylene, polyester and more recently corn starch fibres, so what’s the right carpet fibre for your environment ?

Now there the decision on the carpets actual construction, will you select a cut pile carpet, loop pile carpet, cut pile and loop pile carpet (LCL or Level Cut Loop)  and will it be a tufted carpet, woven Axminster carpet, Wilton carpet, or maybe an industrial grade carpet such as needlepunch.

Carpet tile or broadloom carpet is you next option and most of the above listed carpet types come in both carpet tile and rolls.

As you are starting to see there are so many options when it comes to choosing the right carpet, so rather than you becoming a total flooring expert you should visit our website on the below link and then us call us on 0800 367 773 for a free consultation before you rush out and select you new carpet.

http://irvineinternational.co.nz/Products/Carpet/

Carpet for the new Eden Park redevelopment has arrived and is ready to be installed, well in time for the Rugby World Cup 2011  in Auckland next year.

Custom Carpet with an extra heavy duty rating was the requirement for the Eden Park development board when Jasmax Architects were contracted for the interior fit out of the new Eden Park Stand. With such a large number of carpets available on the market both in Zealand and around world it is important that you don’t just choose a carpet from a flashy magazine or web site, but you work in partnership with a trusted carpet Manufacturer who has a track record for, quality carpet design, service and installation around New Zealand, Australia and though out the Pacific Islands, which Irvine International Floors has.

Axminster carpet has long been a proven quality carpet for high traffic installations such as stadium carpet, airport carpet and hotel carpet, but as with any carpet construction not all are created equal so make sure you contact us for a free design consultation with our in house carpet designer and specialist sales team for any requirements you may have for your next carpet installation.

The Eden Park Carpet is constructed from 80% Wool 20% Nylon, three ply yarn and from a Irvine International Floors Wools of New Zealand brand partner mill, giving the client the quality and reassurance of a top quality carpet. 

Carpet installation photos will be posted shortly so book mark this page to see the finished product.

With nationwide representation we are happy to come to you to discuss how we can help create a quality custom design carpet for you next project. Visit the below link to see more custom carpet design projects, or call 0800 367 773 for more information.

http://irvineinternational.co.nz/Products/Carpet/Custom-Design.asp

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