Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Carpet & Flooring Experts in Shefford
Established in 1972 by the Wilson family, Charles Wilson Carpets has built a reputation as an independent flooring specialist serving Shefford and surrounding areas. Our business combines nearly five decades of expertise with a commitment to providing unbiased advice and award-winning customer service. We pride ourselves on maintaining traditional values while offering modern flooring solutions tailored to individual needs. Our dedicated team handles every project from initial consultation to final fitting, ensuring a seamless experience for residential and commercial clients.Recognised for excellence through multiple industry awards, including Hertfordshire Business of the Year, we continue to deliver premium products and specialist installation services. Our unique position as both supplier and fitter guarantees quality control across all projects, exemplified by prestigious commissions such as flooring for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee visit. With a focus on customer satisfaction and technical expertise, we remain a trusted local choice for comprehensive flooring solutions.
Services
Carpets
Laminate Flooring
Vinyl Flooring
Floor Tiles
Rugs
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We have nearly 50 years of independent flooring expertise
- Our team won Hertfordshire Federation of Small Businesses Best Customer Service award
- We provide one-point contact from ordering to fitting
- We completed flooring for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee visit
- Our fitters have over 60 years combined experience
What people say
Award-winning service
Expert advice
Quality installation
Extensive range
Family business
Services
Carpets
We offer a comprehensive range of quality carpets and carpet tiles suitable for any room and budget. Our selection includes man-made fibres, natural wool options, and eco-friendly materials like sisal and seagrass. Our experts provide impartial advice to help customers choose the perfect flooring solution based on lifestyle needs and room usage. We also supply matching underlay to enhance comfort and extend flooring lifespan.
Laminate Flooring
Our laminate flooring collection combines realistic wood aesthetics with durable, low-maintenance surfaces. These high-density boards feature protective melamine layers and digital wood grain imaging for natural appearance. We guide customers through style selections and oversee professional installation, offering advantages over traditional wood including scratch resistance, easier cleaning, and cost-effectiveness while maintaining visual appeal.
Vinyl Flooring
We provide durable vinyl flooring solutions ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and high-traffic areas. Our range includes luxury vinyl tiles (LVTs) and planks that mimic natural materials like stone, slate, and wood. These water-resistant options offer warmth underfoot compared to ceramic tiles, with easy maintenance and stain-resistant properties. We offer both supply-only and professional fitting services for residential and commercial spaces.
Floor Tiles
Our modern floor tile collection features diverse designs from stone-effect to contemporary patterns. We stock leading brands like Karndean and Moduleo, offering solid luxury vinyl tiles in various colours and finishes. Customers benefit from expert guidance on suitable options for different environments, with professional fitting services ensuring optimal results. The range includes innovative designs such as glass-effect and industrial-style tiles.
Rugs
We offer custom rug solutions allowing customers to create bespoke floor coverings. Our 'Make Me A Rug' service enables personalisation of colours, borders, and materials using Alternative Flooring's online tool. We also provide advisory services for selecting ready-made rugs that complement existing decor, considering factors like pile height, material durability, and room function to ensure perfect matches for both style and practicality.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Cambridgeshire, with home visits available within 25 miles of Shefford for carpet selection.
Do you offer home visits for measurements?
Yes, we provide home visits for measurements and consultations within 25 miles of Shefford to help with carpet selection.
What flooring types do you specialise in?
We specialise in carpets, laminate flooring, vinyl flooring, luxury vinyl tiles, and custom rugs with expert fitting services.
Are your fitters employed directly by the company?
Yes, we have our own dedicated fitting team with over 60 years combined experience handling all installations.
Can I create a custom rug design?
Yes, our 'Make Me A Rug' service allows custom designs with personalised colours, borders, and materials through Alternative Flooring's online tool.
What awards have you won?
We've won Hertfordshire Federation of Small Businesses Best Customer Service and Hertfordshire Business of the Year awards for our service excellence.
