Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Flooring Specialist in Bicester
Carpet Trader is a family-run business established in 2000, dedicated to providing high-quality flooring solutions across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and surrounding areas. Our expertise spans carpets, luxury vinyl tiles, wood flooring, and commercial safety flooring, supported by a team of master fitters with decades of combined experience. We prioritise customer satisfaction through free measuring and quotation services, a 18-month installation guarantee, and specialist subfloor testing.As a licensed waste carrier, we ensure legal and responsible disposal of materials. Our 5,000 sq. ft. showroom showcases over 250 flooring ranges, offering competitive pricing directly from manufacturers. We pride ourselves on combining technical excellence with a personal, local approach to meet both domestic and commercial needs.
Services
Carpets
Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT)
Commercial/Safety Flooring
Flooring Accessories
Wood Flooring
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- Decades of expertise in flooring installation and advice
- Extensive product range from leading brands
- Interactive showroom with 5,000 sq. ft. of displays
- Personal, local approach with family-run service
- 18-month guarantee on all installations
Associations and certifications
- Environmental Health Agency
What people say
Friendly and professional team
Competitive prices and good workmanship
Excellent customer service
Highly recommend
Services
Carpets
We offer a comprehensive range of carpets, including twist, loop pile, saxony, and patterned options. Our carpets cater to family-friendly, pet-friendly, and luxury requirements. With over 20 years of experience, we provide expert advice, free consultations, and professional installation. Our partnerships with brands like Brintons and Cormar ensure premium quality and durability.
Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT)
Our LVT solutions from Amtico and Karndean combine style and durability. Ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and high-traffic areas, these waterproof, scratch-resistant tiles mimic wood and stone. We offer in-home visualisers, free measurements, and expert fitting. Our team ensures seamless transitions and long-lasting results for residential and commercial spaces.
Commercial Flooring
We specialise in non-slip, hygienic flooring for healthcare, hospitality, and industrial settings. Our solutions meet UK safety standards and include brands like Altro and Polyflor. Services include subfloor testing, moisture readings, and compliance certifications. We guarantee durability and safety for high-traffic environments.
Flooring Accessories
Enhance your flooring with underlays, trims, adhesives, and protective pads from brands like Interfloor and Stroolmount. These accessories ensure longevity, seamless transitions, and professional finishes. Our team advises on the best products for your flooring type, including skirting boards and stair nosings.
Wood Flooring
We supply and install engineered and solid wood flooring, including parquet and laminate options. Our products offer timeless elegance and durability, with finishes suitable for underfloor heating. We provide expert sanding, refinishing, and installation services, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum aesthetic appeal.
People
Derek Holland
Company Director
Derek founded Carpet Trader in 2000, building a reputation for high standards and customer-centric service. With over 20 years in the industry, he oversees operations and ensures installations meet manufacturer specifications. Derek prioritises skilled craftsmanship and ethical practices.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and surrounding counties, including Bicester, Oxford, and Aylesbury.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free measuring, quotations, and expert advice at your home or business.
What flooring brands do you stock?
We partner with leading brands including Amtico, Karndean, Brintons, and Cormar for carpets, LVT, and wood flooring.
Are your installers qualified?
Our team consists of master fitters with decades of experience, ensuring installations meet manufacturer standards.
Do you have a showroom?
Yes, our 5,000 sq. ft. showroom in Bicester features interactive displays and over 250 flooring ranges.
What guarantees do you offer?
All installations come with an 18-month guarantee, including free repairs for Karndean flooring.
Reviews (6)
Ray Blight
Dec 15, 2021
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We wanted to say a BIG THANK YOU to the carpet fitters that came to our home on Thursday 16th December 2021. Their job/task was made even harder b/c we had contractors working on the inside and outside of our home all day. We are extremely impressed with ALL the work completed by your team and the end-result has complimented our new bedroom furniture very well. The team came at short notice and as mentioned above, had some obstacles to contend with. Work was ALL carried out perfectly - here are some photos attached to show the quality of work the team was able to achieve. Anyone looking for
Julia Hales
Dec 03, 2021
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I would highly recommend the team at Carpet Trader (Bicester) Limited. I arranged for Derek to visit to do me a quote for my Kitchen and ensuite. I then went into the shop to collect some samples and Derek suggested what he thought would go well in my kitchen, which was what we went for. The fitters Alex and Craig turned up on time and were professional and friendly and got the job done with no issues. I am really pleased with the results both rooms look great. I would happily use them again.
Helen Symes
Oct 18, 2021
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Found the carpet we wanted, extremely helpful shop staff who booked us in. Paid a deposit (50% up front), and the carpet was with us around 3-4 weeks later. The fitting staff were efficient and did a great job. Paid the final instalment after final fitting. Can highly recommend!! Would definitely use Carpet Trader Bicester again.
Angela Larkins
Oct 06, 2021
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This is a reliable and friendly firm to deal with. From our initial discussions and subsequent home survey and quotation, through to the finished installation of the flooring, we were impressed. The team sent to undertake work in our home were very professional and personable. Their work was excellent and we are extremely pleased with the finished look. We would most certainly be happy to use this firm again.
Marcelle Murphy
Sep 19, 2021
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Excellent service from start to finish, state of the art showroom with enormous choice of product and expert advice to help guide you through the right options for your project. Professional, friendly installers who know their products inside out. Would always highly recommend!
Alex Goodey
Apr 24, 2021
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Carpet Trader came to measure up and were great! They kept socially distant and masked up, and even said hello to our dogs to keep them quiet. When it came to the installation, the two lads who did it were very efficient and we now have an amazing stair and landing carpet. I can thoroughly recommend Carpet Trader for your flooring needs.
