Table bases; are they a priority or an opportunity to save money? Some schemes favour adding a design element to a table, some don't. Opinions on this vary! A table base might not always be seen when sat at a table, therefore some designers don’t feel the need to focus...

We thoroughly enjoyed attending the 61st Salon del Mobile Milano again this year! We loved seeking out the best new items from all the innovative (& sometimes wacky!) products that the show had to offer. As the design industry keeps on growing it becomes increasingly difficult to decipher trends, but...

Brand new case study! Check out our case study of the Wetherby Whaler in the case study section on our website. From Idea to Installation... Fixed Seating Feature...At Telegraph Furniture we can create any shape or design & can upholster in any fabric or leather. All we need from you...

A key theme for interior trends in 2023 is bringing the outside in, and using materials such as wood, rattan, stone, cork and natural fabrics to establish a calming, indoor-outdoor feel. For fabric, this is demonstrated through raw, rustic textures and a more unrefined look, with pronounced warps and wefts,...

Did you know that research states, fixed seating can improve a venues turnover by 30%? Fixed seating refers to upholstered seating units which are usually built in, and are particularly popular in hospitality environments. Fixed seating can have many different names; booth seating, banquette seating or carriage seating & can have...

Welcome to Pantone's Colour of the Year, Viva Magenta 18-1750, vibrates with vim and vigor. It is a shade rooted in nature descending from the red family and expressive of a new signal of strength. Viva Magenta is brave and fearless, and a pulsating colour whose exuberance promotes a joyous and...

This collection fuses comfort with one of the most sustainable materials in the world… Cork. Cork is 100% natural, reusable and recyclable & there is zero waste when referring to cork. All cork’s bits and pieces are ultimately going to be used and nothing goes to waste. With this collection,...

Introducing anti scratch metal laminates-The new, innovative surface! The difference is obvious to the naked eye, scratch resistant matt laminates are a new, highly scratch-proof matt surface with anti-fingerprint finish. The special technique creates an ultra-matt look with an anti-fingerprint function and unique impression of depth. The inert process produces...

From the Salone del Mobile 2022 show in Milan, we were really pleased to be back. As we have missed a few years due to Covid-19 it’s great to be back speaking to our wonderful suppliers but also seeing what new trends and products are being launched.  Colours of NatureThis year...

Welcome to the most important design hub in the north of England. This year Telegraph Contract Furniture are delighted to take part in Design Festival North, a 3-day showcase of leading design brands and companies – ready to get you excited to create. With more designers, architects, and creative businesses...

Let some sun in with 2021’s colours of the year! Pantone®’s colour of the year prediction is here, and it’s official – we’re forecasting sunshine for 2021! This year the forecasting giant has announced two colours of the year, working in perfect harmony to bring balance to the upcoming year....

Choosing the right table top for a contract setting can make or break a project – not only the aesthetics of your chosen finish, but its durability, practicality, and price point. We’ve put together a guide to some of the most popular table top materials that we offer at Telegraph...

With the current Government guidelines, we can’t help but feel social distancing will become more of the norm. Like you we are wanting to get back into the Offices, Hotels and Restaurants but airing on the side of caution and wanting to put our health first. With this in mind...

At Telegraph Towers we are looking forward to the Summer months being upon us. Evenings are getting lighter. It’s time to look forward to the Summer and with that looking at the new collections and trends for the summer of 2020. If you’re looking at a new style which can...

The Decanter Lounge Chair has an oak or ash frame sourced from forests managed in a sustainable manner with wood tinting from wine-based pigments. The fabric is entirely composed of natural fibres. See the full collection HERE.

Recently, many schemes are nodding towards the natural, unaltered appearance of wooden finishes. We are excited to be working with our manufacturers to explore eco-friendly alternatives to toxic finishes made from mineral and vegetable oils. These finishes don't contain any paint of harmful fumes but still provide the much-needed protection...

At Telegraph we are proud to work with our European partners in exploring their alternative finishes. On offer is a particularly eco-friendly method of staining solid wood - Wine! Utilising the best wines as a basic element the finishes are a careful result of an innovative alchemic process designed to...

Telegraph Contract Furniture was delighted to work with designers Raven Collective to supply a truly sustainable interior for Michelin Star chef Tom sellers.  A huge highlight was working with Panaz to use their industry-first, contract quality, 100% recycled polyester base cloth. Made in England, this truly sustainable, low carbon footprint...

A new and innovative 33% plant-based eco-friendly faux leather ideal for interior upholstery. Driven by Agua’s long tradition of innovation and technical excellence, the Tierra Eco Collection incorporates 33% plant-based material in the manufacturing process. This new technique makes the product strong and hardwearing yet ultimately biodegradable on disposal. There is...

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The first Design Crawl 2020 meeting was held yesterday and Telegraph Contract Furniture along with 15 other Manchester-based showrooms and brands attended to give their feedback and take note of all the exciting things to come. The most brilliant news is that Telegraph will be showcasing its fabulous furniture for...

We're really proud at Telegraph to launch our first wave of new Sustainable and Ecofriendly products. Over the coming weeks, we will be sharing our sustainability-focused journey as we transition into a greener company. We have some exciting new furniture, fabrics and practices to showcase with supplier stories and experiences....

At Telegraph Contract Furniture we are proud to support British Manufacturers.   The Indigo Hotel has been completed with a lot of UK Manufactured items including the Stardust Lounge chair, Sinatra Table and Gallagher Lounge Chair. Take a look at the case study for more information.   Over our weekly Newsletters...

Looking at making your furniture Stand out? Geometric Prints are bang on trend. We're seeing more and more requests for the Geometric prints. Working closely with all our fabric suppliers, we are being kept up to date on whats popular and making a splash in the Leisure Industry. Our stand...

When it comes to Designing your Restaurant, you visualise; Where people are going to sit? Where the most popular locations are going to be? How many covers should you have to one area? Which Table bases should we chose? Then to compliment your look which Chairs to choose? There are...

In 2017 we saw a big explosion in the world of Blues and Green Velvets. With Pantone® releasing their Colour of the Year – Ultra Violet. Is this going to be the next trend to work on? From developing the ideas through Fabrics, or even using the furniture itself to...

For good reason Wooden Table tops continue to be the most popular table tops being used in the Leisure Industry. The most popular are Solid Ash and Solid Oak. Although most woods can be used for table tops, the maintenance is still key. Pre-installation, the Table tops are usually finished...

It's that time of year again when you need to start thinking about your Outdoor Terrace. How to make the most of our space? What sets us apart from our competition? How can we change Drinks into Dinner and Drinks? As the evenings get longer these are the questions that gets asked of...

Looking for something new for your Restaurant? Maybe a feature piece for your Restaurant? Or a Room Divider in your Hotel? Then we can introduce the Resin Art Table.     These Resin Art Tables are 100% bespoke and made to Measure. Any wood can be used and by enhancing the split within...

When coming into new season it's important to showcase various Statement pieces. Heading into Autumn we feel the Delfino Lounge Chair covers all angles.      With statement pieces there needs to be 3 key ingredients; Style, Comfort and Luxury. With it's Dolphin shaped frame, to the matching stool. Mixing this with...

EYE SPY WITH MY LITTLE EYE...   The Spy Armchair has a new family member. For the Last year the Armchair has been made from Beech Legs showcasing the fusion between the Frame and the Seat. A Soft and Elegant design bestows imminent comfort. As of Early 2016 it's developed into...

We are pleased to say we have just completed another installation of Light Patina Zinc dining tops into the new Cocktail bar, called Suede in Heswall. This product changes and adapts to its lifestyle on every use. Due to the nature of Zinc, it absorbs liquids and leaves the marks from scratches...

Regardless of which type of booth seating you choose, it can instantly change the layout of your restaurant, bistro or hotel in a matter of seconds and make a strong visual statement. As contract furniture specialists, we create bespoke booth seating to meet every client’s individual needs and can present...

Having now been working in the contract furniture business for over 30 years, we have established a reputation for supplying high-quality, upholstery booth seating furniture to a number of different industries, especially both the in leisure and hospitality trades. (more…)

Nothing is more essential than creating the best possible restaurant dining experience for your customers. From the service to the accommodation, no restaurant is ever replicated elsewhere (well not often) and that includes the different type of furnishings, layout and atmosphere that leaves an impression on turning new into returning...