Island Life Magazine Ltd April/May 2007 | Page 110

life - LOCAL BUSINESS Carpets Direct move to bigger & better premises with even more choice A move just 100 yards up the road looks set to make a world of difference to owner Martin Dyer’s business. The new, larger premises at 141 High Street, Ryde, means Carpets Direct is now able to stock more lines and expand into other areas such as curtains and blinds. Martin says: “We’re just a short distance away from our old shop but already we are noticing a difference. “Our new shop is light and airy which makes it feel more welcoming 110 and a more pleasant environment in which to browse. “One lady came in and said she had often passed our old shop but had never come in as it seemed too small and dark. “But now she feels very comfortable coming and just looking around. “And having moved away from the precinct area, we are now getting trade from passing cars.” The shop is set over several floors and includes a new rug showroom, a vinyl, laminate and wood flooring department and a special area for bargain room-sized rolls. Curtains and blinds are a new business venture for Martin who has been in the carpet business for around 25 years. Dean Brookes has years of experience in this area and has moved from the mainland to manage this new side to the business. Martin adds: “Dean wanted to move here as he loves the island way of life so much. “And with his knowledge he’s been able to source some very good suppliers at very competitive prices. “We may have moved to a much larger shop, but we still aim to give our customers the same great prices and the same level of personal service they’d expect from a small shop.” Contact: 141 High Street, Ryde IW. Tel: [phone] - email: [email protected] Island Life - www.isleofwight.net