Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Premium Flooring Solutions in Wokingham
Carpetwise is a family-run flooring business established in Winnersh, Berkshire, in 1973. We have built a reputation over four decades as an independent retailer offering impartial advice, fair pricing, and an extensive selection of over 1,000 flooring samples. Our team provides expert guidance on carpets, luxury vinyl, real wood, laminate, and commercial flooring from leading manufacturers. We leverage bulk-buying power through the Southern Marketing Group to ensure competitive pricing without compromising quality. Our services include professional measuring, installation, and aftercare, supported by a dedicated in-house fitting team.With generations of experience, we prioritise customer satisfaction through tailored solutions and technical expertise. Our showroom near Wokingham showcases products from brands like Karndean, Quickstep, and Brintons, ensuring clients access premium options suited to diverse needs. We serve residential and commercial clients across Berkshire, including Reading and Wokingham, with flexible scheduling to accommodate renovation timelines. Our commitment to transparency, ethical practices, and long-term relationships has earned us a loyal customer base relying on recommendations and repeat business.
Services
Carpets
Luxury Vinyl
Real Wood
Laminate
Vinyl
Commercial Flooring
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialist flooring expertise
- Our impartial advice ensures tailored product selection
- We guarantee competitive pricing through bulk-buying partnerships
- Our in-house team provides professional measuring and installation
- We stock over 1,000 samples from leading manufacturers
Associations and certifications
- Southern Marketing Group
What people say
Excellent service
Good advice
Fair price
Knowledgeable staff
Flexible scheduling
Services
Carpets
We provide comprehensive carpet solutions including twist pile, loop pile, woven, and non-woven options from UK manufacturers like Brintons and Cormar. Our service includes expert consultation, underlay selection, and professional installation. With over 1,000 samples available, we offer tailored solutions for residential and commercial properties across Berkshire.
Luxury Vinyl
Our luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring service offers wood and tile-effect designs from brands including Karndean and Polyflor. We provide full installation services with options for fully adhered or click-fit systems over existing floors. The durable, low-maintenance solution suits high-traffic areas in homes and commercial spaces across Wokingham and Reading.
Real Wood
We supply and install solid and engineered wood flooring solutions with expert guidance on performance characteristics. Our V4 and Woodpecker products combine traditional aesthetics with modern durability. The service includes precise measurement, subfloor preparation, and professional fitting for both residential and commercial clients.
Laminate
Our scratch-resistant laminate flooring service offers wood and tile designs from Quickstep and V4. Ideal for high-traffic areas, we provide consultation on wear layers and AC ratings alongside full installation services. The cost-effective solution combines style with practicality for homes and businesses.
Commercial Flooring
We deliver commercial flooring solutions including carpet tiles, vinyl, and safety flooring for schools, care homes, and businesses. Brands like Altro and Karndean ensure durability and compliance. Our service includes site measurement, specification assistance, and professional installation tailored to operational requirements.
People
Joanne Mear
Owner
Joanne co-owns Carpetwise with Richard, continuing the family legacy established in 1973. She oversees daily operations and customer relations, ensuring the business maintains its reputation for impartial advice and quality service.
Richard Mear
Owner
Richard co-owns Carpetwise with Joanne, bringing extensive industry knowledge to the business. He manages supplier relationships and technical aspects, ensuring competitive pricing and access to the latest flooring innovations.
David Boyle
Sales
David leads our sales team with over 15 years of flooring expertise. He specialises in helping clients select optimal flooring solutions while maintaining Carpetwise's tradition of impartial, customer-focused service.
Darren Deer
Wood Floor Specialist
Darren is our expert in real wood and engineered flooring solutions. With specialist knowledge of subfloor preparation and installation techniques, he ensures perfect results for both residential and commercial projects.
Nathan Bailey
Carpet Specialist
Nathan provides expert carpet consultations and oversees installations. His attention to detail and technical knowledge ensures clients receive tailored solutions matching their lifestyle and budget requirements.
Questions
What types of flooring do you offer?
We offer carpets, luxury vinyl tiles, real wood, laminate, vinyl, and commercial flooring solutions from leading manufacturers.
Are you a family-run business?
Yes, we've been family-owned since 1973 and are now managed by Joanne and Richard Mear.
Do you provide installation services?
Yes, we offer full measuring, preparation, and installation services with our professional fitting team.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Winnersh, Wokingham, and Reading, with clients across Berkshire and surrounding counties.
Can you help with commercial projects?
Yes, we supply and install commercial flooring including carpet tiles, vinyl, and safety flooring for businesses.
How long have you been established?
We've been serving customers since 1973, providing four decades of flooring expertise.
