Business Details
44 Years
experience
Trusted Carpets & Flooring Experts in West Kirby
Established in 1982, Simon Barnes Carpets has built a reputation as a trusted family-run business specialising in premium flooring solutions. Our team combines decades of expertise with a commitment to quality, offering comprehensive supply and installation services for carpets, luxury vinyl tiles, laminates, and wood flooring across domestic and commercial sectors. Based in West Kirby, Wirral, we operate a purpose-built industrial unit to ensure precision in product preparation and delivery. With accreditations from industry-leading organisations such as The Carpet Foundation and the Federation of Small Businesses, we maintain rigorous standards in materials, techniques, and customer service.Our long-standing partnerships with manufacturers like Amtico and Karndean guarantee access to cutting-edge designs, while our in-house fitting teams prioritise minimal disruption and exceptional aftercare. Having served the local community for over four decades, we blend traditional values with modern innovation to meet evolving customer needs and industry trends.
Services
Carpets
Amtico Flooring
Karndean Flooring
Wood & Laminates
Vinyl Flooring
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We are a family-run business with over 40 years of industry experience.
- Our expert fitters provide minimal disruption during installations.
- We maintain industry-leading accreditations for quality assurance.
- We offer a comprehensive supply-and-install service for all flooring types.
- Our showroom showcases products from premium brands like Amtico and Karndean.
Associations and certifications
- The Carpet Foundation
- Trading Standards Institute (TSI)
- Consumer Codes Approval Scheme
- National Institute Of Carpet & Floorlayers
- FSB (Federation of Small Businesses)
What people say
Expert installation
Wide product range
Friendly service
Long-standing reputation
Minimal disruption
Services
Carpets
We provide a comprehensive carpet supply and installation service, offering expert guidance on pile types, materials, and durability. Our showroom showcases premium brands, while our in-house fitters ensure precise measurements and minimal disruption. Backed by decades of experience, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to meet individual client needs.
Amtico Flooring
Specialising in Amtico Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) flooring, we offer durable, stylish solutions that replicate natural materials. Our showroom displays Spacia, Form, and Signature ranges, with expert advice on designs, patterns, and installation. Each project benefits from our established partnership with Amtico since the 1980s.
Wood & Laminates
We supply and install real wood and laminate flooring, combining elegance with practicality. Our specialists guide clients through finishes, durability, and maintenance. Laminate options offer cost-effective alternatives featuring wood-effect finishes resistant to scratches and daily wear.
Karndean Flooring
As a long-standing Karndean partner, we offer premium vinyl flooring that replicates wood and stone textures. Our showroom features Knight Tile, Van Gogh, and Art Select ranges, with expert installation ensuring seamless, durable surfaces for residential and commercial properties.
Vinyl Flooring
We provide waterproof, slip-resistant vinyl flooring ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and high-traffic areas. Our range includes wood and stone effects with R10 slip resistance and long-term guarantees. Expert fitting includes surface preparation for flawless results.
People
Simon Barnes
Founder
Founded the business in 1982, Simon accumulated 47 years of industry experience before retiring in 2021. His legacy remains central to our family-run ethos.
Dawn Barnes
Co-Founder
Supported Simon from the businesss inception, contributing to its growth until her retirement in 2024. Her dedication shaped our customer-centric approach.
James Barnes
Director
One of Simons sons, James now leads the business, balancing traditional values with modern innovations to maintain our industry-leading reputation.
Dominic Barnes
Director
Co-managing the business with James, Dominic ensures operational excellence while upholding the familys commitment to quality and service.
Questions
What flooring services do you offer?
We supply and install carpets, luxury vinyl tiles, wood, laminate, and Karndean flooring for residential and commercial properties.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover Wirral, West Kirby, Liverpool, and surrounding areas including Ellesmere Port, Wallasey, and Heswall.
Are you members of any industry accreditations?
Yes, we are accredited by The Carpet Foundation, Trading Standards Institute, and Federation of Small Businesses.
How does your installation process work?
We check all flooring quality upon delivery, cut carpets to size in our warehouse, and ensure minimal disruption during installation.
What opening hours are available?
We are open Monday to Friday 9:30am–4:30pm and Saturday 9:30am–1pm. Closed Sundays.
Reviews (7)
Tracey Harrison
Oct 05, 2021
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1st class service provided from a local business , from measuring to fitting. I would recommend Simon Barns Carpets, excellent service from everyone . Thankyou .
Ashley Williams
Sep 16, 2021
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Everything you would hope for in a family business. Quality products and a helpful, warm and efficient service throughout.
Sarah C.
Jul 29, 2021
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This is an excellent independent, family run business. Their choice of carpet and flooring is huge, prices are excellent and their fitting is quick and second to none. Nothing is too much trouble.
Christian Hercules
Jun 23, 2021
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Unbelievable like walking on the softest carpet extremely good quality both carpet and underlay. Wonderful and professional workmanship, fabulous men that laid my carpet professional polite I would recommend Simon Barnes Carpets to anyone from one really fussy customer Joyce Hercules Caldy
Chris Pickles
Apr 07, 2021
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A first class job with flooring. Excellent preparation and fitting. Very personable and friendly experience from selection to finish. Highly recommended!
Scott Colothan
Mar 16, 2021
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My parents have been using Simon Barnes Carpets for decades and I can see why. From the very first time we visited the shop, we felt completely at ease and we were given sound advice. We're extremely pleased with our carpet and flooring, which was fitted to highest standard throughout, and we would highly recommend Simon Barnes to anyone.
Rebecca Browne
Jan 24, 2021
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Fantastic Service! As first time buyers we were new to getting any work done. However the team at Simon Barnes put us at ease and provided a quality helpful and efficient service. They fitted a beautiful carpet upstairs and we couldn't be happier with the results! Thank you to guys for helping with our renovation. Couldn't recommend this company enough!
