tretford cord carpet - manufactured and sold in Ireland since 1969

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Irish Success Story
Made by Waterford Carpets Ltd. in Ireland since 1969 from natural goat hair, is unique in quality and texture. Its exceptional pallet of colours is full of vitality and sparkle. is fun to work with and is robust and reliable. is available in carpet tile and co-ordinating broadloom. Many millions of square metres of tretford have been sold in over 30 countries worldwide making it an Irish manufacturing and marketing success story.

Natural Goat Hair
contains 80% goat hair, naturally hard wearing, durable and timeless. Wild or domestic goats are by nature, lively, self confident, astute and often fun-loving creatures. Born climbers, their hair is tough, weather resistant and resilient, providing protection against both icy winds and searing heat. These characteristics not surprisingly carry through to the product, making it suitable for heavy contract wear.

’s secondary backing is 100% natural jute. Indeed the use of naturally renewable resources and environmentally friendly systems and processes has always been part of the ideal.

improves the climate of your interior. Its natural fibres not only insulate to save energy but also absorb and release moisture as the temperature and humidity changes.

Suitability for Use

Designed for contract applications, carpet and tiles carry a comprehensive wear guarantee, suitable for use in applications including:

  • offices
  • banks
  • shops
  • showrooms
  • universities
  • colleges
  • schools
  • sports centres
  • hospitals
  • institutions
  • hotels
  • residential
  • airports
  • ticket offices
  • reception areas
  • lounges

Contact Us

Please click on "Distributors" (above) to find your nearest Tretford stockist, or if you have any technical, marketing or sales related queries.

Company Name: AML Architectural Products Ltd
Registered address; B3 Calmount Park, Ballymount, Dublin 12
Registered in Ireland no 31134
Directors: H.C. Kelly (Managing), R.A. Kelly , P.J. Byers