Business Details
43 Years
experience
Premium Embroidery Threads & Accessories | Madeira UK
Established in 1983, we are part of a global leader in embroidery thread production with a heritage dating back to 1919. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability drives us to deliver premium-quality threads and accessories for the textile industry. With over a century of combined expertise, we specialise in developing products that meet the evolving demands of modern embroidery businesses. Our technical support team provides expert guidance to overcome production challenges, ensuring optimal results for clients worldwide. As pioneers of the first commercial rayon embroidery thread, we continue to set industry standards through rigorous research and development. Our UK headquarters in North Yorkshire houses state-of-the-art facilities with enhanced warehouse capacity and dedicated training spaces.We maintain strict environmental protocols through our EnviroSystem initiative, balancing industrial excellence with ecological responsibility. Our team of experienced professionals delivers tailored solutions across 17 global subsidiaries and numerous distribution partners. Through continuous improvement and adherence to ethical business practices, we maintain our position as market leaders in specialty threads. Our certifications and sustainable manufacturing processes ensure products meet the highest safety and quality standards for professional embroiderers.
Services
Embroidery Threads
DTF Printing Supplies
Technical Support
Sustainable Threads
Training Courses
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined expertise in embroidery thread development
- Our products feature OEKO-TEX certified sustainable manufacturing processes
- We provide expert technical support for commercial embroidery challenges
- Our UK facility houses 2,327m of advanced warehouse and training facilities
- We maintain 17 global subsidiaries with extensive distribution networks
Associations and certifications
- OEKO-TEX
Services
Embroidery Threads
Our premium embroidery threads combine 100+ years of R&D with modern sustainability standards. Available in multiple weights and compositions, these threads deliver exceptional performance on industrial machines. Designed for durability and vibrancy, they suit garment embellishment across all market sectors while maintaining environmental responsibility through our EnviroSystem protocols.
DTF Printing Supplies
Our Persona and Platinum DTF product lines offer complete solutions for direct-to-film printing applications. The range includes specialist films, powders, and inks engineered for different production requirements. These premium consumables ensure high-quality transfers with consistent results across various fabric types and commercial production volumes.
Technical Support
Expert technical assistance addresses common embroidery challenges through our dedicated support hub. We provide troubleshooting guidance for thread performance, machine optimisation, and material compatibility. Our resources help businesses improve quality control, reduce waste, and maintain efficient production workflows using Madeira UK products.
Sustainable Threads
The Madeira UK Green collection represents our commitment to environmentally responsible manufacturing. These threads use sustainable production methods in the Black Forest facility, incorporating recycled materials and energy-efficient processes. The range maintains our signature quality while reducing environmental impact through our comprehensive EnviroSystem sustainability framework.
Training Courses
Professional embroidery training programs are delivered nationwide from our purpose-built UK facility. Courses cover thread selection, machine optimisation, and design implementation techniques. Our expert instructors share industry insights to help embroiderers maximise product potential and stay current with technological advancements in textile production.
People
Andrew Maylor
Managing Director
With over 20 years in textile sales and business strategy, Andrew leads Madeira UK's commercial operations. His expertise in workwear and international markets strengthens our market position. He focuses on strategic growth while maintaining our quality heritage.
Jayne Barlow
Creative & Technical Manager
A textile graduate with two decades of industry experience, Jayne bridges creative design and technical requirements. She develops training programs and provides expert guidance on thread applications, combining artistic insight with practical production knowledge for customer success.
Julia Redfern
Regional Account Manager
Covering multiple UK regions, Julia delivers personalised account management with 11 years of specialist thread sales experience. Her field insights help customers optimise product usage while maintaining Madeira UK's service excellence standards across diverse embroidery applications.
Chris Camm
Regional Account Manager
Bringing B2B sales expertise from technical industries, Chris manages northern UK accounts. He implements Madeira UK's values through customer-focused solutions, ensuring clients receive tailored support that aligns with our quality and sustainability commitments.
Questions
What makes Madeira UK threads environmentally sustainable?
Our EnviroSystem initiative incorporates sustainable production methods, recycled materials, and energy-efficient processes at our Black Forest facility while maintaining product quality.
Do you offer technical support for commercial embroiderers?
Yes, our dedicated support hub provides troubleshooting guidance, machine optimisation advice, and material compatibility assistance for industrial embroidery applications.
What DTF printing solutions do you provide?
We offer Persona and Platinum DTF product lines including films, powders, and inks designed for different production requirements and performance specifications.
Are training courses available for UK embroiderers?
We deliver specialist embroidery training programs at our North Yorkshire facility covering thread selection, machine optimisation, and design implementation techniques.
How can I access your product certifications?
All OEKO-TEX certifications and safety documentation are available through our website's dedicated resources section for product compliance verification.
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Reviews (3)
S. Grewal
Jul 23, 2021
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Wonderful & Helpful Staff, Nothing is too much, Ready to help & give advice, Always willing to send out samples for you to try out, you don't need to ask, they offer it!! Price-wise Can't fault them! It's a refreshing change to deal with such a company these days!! Axiom Printing & Embroidey - SL1
Angela Sandall
Aug 22, 2020
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We were caravanning at Knarsborough and Ive always used Madeira threads and stabiliser as they are first class. I have also been on two of their embroidery courses which were impressive with lots of hints and tips. I couldnt praise their customers service enough. However, when we visited the company there was on shop to look around which was a massive disappointment . I would have loved to have seen an open store providing the history of Madeira and some bargains to buy. Ill put it on my wish list and maybe one day itll happen...
Kerri Jamieson
Jun 25, 2019
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My favorite UK supplier, always friendly and helpful. I have no idea how they manage to get our thread to us so quickly in the Falklands, but apparently Star Trek would like to talk to them about their missing transporter....
