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About Bartell

Since 1994, we’ve been dedicated to providing top-quality services in surveying, manufacturing, and installation of window coverings across the UK.

Our commitment to excellence has allowed us to build lasting relationships with our valued customers- many of whom have been with us since the beginning.

BCF’s team of 22 staff brings years of experience to every project. Over half of our staff members have been part of the BCF family for more than a decade which means we can ensure continuity and a deep understanding of our clients needs.

Our story

  • 1994

    February

    Bartell Contract Furnishings LTD was founded by James Mitchell

  • 1994

    May

    Bartell Contract Furnishings LTD begins trading

  • 1997

    Bartell reaches its first £1m in sales
  • 2000

    May

    Bartell Cottage Furnishings moves into our current 1300ft2 premises

  • 2009

    December

    BCF acquires Newcastle’s Cottage Furnishings

  • 2015

    April

    Bartell and Cottage Furnishings are merged to form Bartell Cottage Furnishings

  • 2024

    Present

    BCF celebrates 30 years of business

    Customer feedback

    • “The curtains look amazing!!”

    • “The blinds look great and one of my colleagues has said how lovely and professional the team were who put them up so please can you pass this message on.”

    • “I would also like to say how great the installation team were whilst on site, they were very professional and swift throughout the building.”

    • “We had an important site visit today and your ops were very helpful; they kept their work tidy & contained and are the only team we don’t have to remind to respect the finished works and wear overshoes. They also went out of their way to move some units in their path so that they could keep progressing. Please pass on our thanks.”

    • “I would like to say that your surveyor who visited our site was incredibly helpful and pleasant. He is a credit to your company.”

    • “Thank you very much for sorting the curtain. Really appreciate your help on this matter.”

    • “Been a pleasure having Bartell here and your lads have always gone the extra mile to get everything completed. Hopefully have the pleasure of working with Bartell in the future”

    • “I just wanted to say how great Sharron has been to work with over the past few weeks. Any queries or problems that we’ve had, she has been there to help and always comes back to us very quickly including out of office hours! If you know of any more Sharron’s in the London area do let me know….please!”

    • “Just wanted to thank you for working out of hours for us last night and what a great job your fitters did.”

    • “Fitted well. The team were polite and professional and the work is complete.”

      Our commitments

      At BCF, we prioritise the wellbeing and professional development of our staff. Our commitment to creating a positive work force is shown by our membership of the following charters.

      We are proud members of the Living Wage Foundation which means we pay all of our staff above the real living wage.

      We are supported of both the GM Good Employment Charter and the Salford Good Employment Charter.  Our goal is to achieve member level by continuing to improve our policies, practices and employee experiences. By working alongside these charters, we are actively contributing to improving employment practices in Greater Manchester.

      Sustainability

      Solar Power

      We have 72 solar panels on the roof of our Manchester factory which allows us to reduce our impact on the environment.

      Electric Vehicle Charging Points

      We have 3 electric vehicle charging points which can be powered by our solar panels. We currently have 2 electric vehicles in our fleet and will be increasing this throughout the year.

      Waste

      We have a waste carriers license which allows us to take any waste we have from sites and bring it back to our factories. Here we can recycle all suitable materials from our own waste.

      Recycled Fabrics

      We have a range of recycled fabrics available for use throughout our range of products. Please contact our sales team if you would like more information.