Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Handcrafted Wooden Furniture Since 1920
Established in 1920 by Lucian R Ercolani, ercol has remained a family-owned pioneer in crafting high-quality wooden furniture. Our philosophy merges traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, ensuring each piece is both timeless and durable. With over a century of expertise, we prioritise sustainable practices, using timber sourced from responsibly managed forests. Our team of skilled artisans and apprentices continues to uphold the brand's legacy of design excellence and environmental stewardship. ercol's showroom and factory in Princes Risborough showcase our commitment to innovation while maintaining the authenticity of our heritage. 
Services
Living Room Furniture
Dining Furniture
Bedroom Furniture
Office Furniture
Outlet Store
Details
- Year established: 1920
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of expertise in wooden furniture craftsmanship.
- Our designs combine traditional techniques with modern technology for durability.
- We prioritise sustainable sourcing from responsibly managed forests.
- Our family-owned business maintains rigorous quality control standards.
- We offer exclusive outlet deals on ex-display and discontinued items.
Associations and certifications
- Grown in Britain (GiB)
Services
Living Room Furniture
ercol's living room collections feature armchairs, sofas, and footstools crafted from sustainably sourced solid wood. Each piece combines ergonomic design with timeless aesthetics, using premium materials like oak and ash. Our furniture balances traditional joinery techniques with modern manufacturing for exceptional durability.
Dining Furniture
Our dining ranges include extending tables, chairs, and sideboards designed for functionality and elegance. Constructed from solid wood with precision-engineered joints, these pieces cater to both intimate and large gatherings while maintaining ercol's signature craftsmanship.
Bedroom Furniture
ercol's bedroom collections feature beds, wardrobes, and bedside cabinets combining practical storage solutions with refined design. All items use sustainably sourced timber, finished with protective coatings to enhance longevity while preserving natural wood grain.
Office Furniture
Our office ranges include ergonomic desks and storage units designed for productivity. Crafted from solid wood with integrated cable management features, these pieces blend professional functionality with ercol's heritage design principles for home and commercial workspaces.
Outlet Store
The ercol Outlet offers ex-display models, discontinued lines, and factory seconds at reduced prices. Located at our Princes Risborough factory, this service provides access to premium furniture while maintaining our quality standards through rigorous inspection processes.
People
Henry Tardos
Chairman
As Lucian Ercolani's great-grandson, Henry Tardos leads ercol with fourth-generation expertise. He oversees operations while preserving the company's founding principles of quality craftsmanship and sustainable practices.
Questions
When was ercol founded?
ercol was founded in 1920 by Italian designer Lucian R Ercolani in High Wycombe.
Where is ercol based?
Our headquarters and factory are located in Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire.
What materials do you use?
We use sustainably sourced solid wood, primarily from Grown in Britain-certified forests.
Do you have an outlet store?
Yes, our factory outlet offers discounted ex-display items, seconds, and discontinued pieces.
Are your products handmade?
We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology for precision and durability.
