Business Details
48 Years
experience
Premium Forbo Flooring Specialists in London
Established in 1978 by Jim Brown, J De Bruyn has grown to become the largest Forbo stockist in the UK, specialising in contract flooring solutions. Our expertise spans over 40 years, during which we have developed a reputation for excellence in supplying, cutting, and designing bespoke flooring systems. We are officially appointed as Forbo-Nairn's leading UK stockist, a position earned through consistent quality and service since 1985. Our in-house design and cutting facility enables customised solutions, from intricate borders to full commercial installations, utilising premium Forbo materials like Marmoleum and Flotex. Under Managing Director Tony Hammond, the company has maintained annual profitability even during challenging periods, supported by a dedicated team.Our nationwide delivery network covers locations from Brighton to Glasgow, with additional courier services for remote areas. We offer tool hire for trade professionals and specialist tile cutting services with precise dimensions and allergy-friendly options. Our products meet rigorous standards including Allergy UK approval and antibacterial properties through Top Shield 3 protection. The second generation of leadership now contributes through Alex Hammond's operational involvement following John Cordery's retirement in 2022. Our trusted partner network includes companies like Abbotts Flooring and Peter Newman Flooring, enhancing our project capabilities across residential and commercial sectors.
Services
Flooring Supply
Tile Cutting
Design Cutting
Nationwide Delivery
Tool Hire
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of specialist Forbo flooring expertise
- Our design cutting facility creates truly bespoke flooring solutions
- We provide nationwide delivery across the UK
- Our team includes certified flooring professionals
- We maintain exclusive Forbo-Nairn stockist status
Associations and certifications
- Allergy UK
Services
Flooring Supply
We supply the UK's most comprehensive range of Forbo flooring products including Marmoleum, Flotex, and safety vinyls. Our inventory meets commercial and residential requirements with over 300 color options. All products maintain Allergy UK certification and antibacterial protection through Top Shield 3 technology.
Design Cutting
Our in-house facility creates bespoke designs from Forbo materials. We produce intricate borders and patterns in Marmoleum sheeting with precision cuts from 5mm to 300mm widths. Each design is tailored to client specifications for unique flooring installations.
Tile Cutting
We offer specialist tile cutting from Marmoleum and other linoleum types. Services include standard tiles (50-900mm), strips (5-300mm), and corner clipping (20-120mm). All tiles are cut to order from 2.5mm Marmoleum sheet materials in our London facility.
Nationwide Delivery
We deliver directly to customers nationwide with regular routes covering Bristol, Southampton, Brighton, Dover, and Norfolk. For locations beyond our standard routes, we use next-day couriers to ensure timely product availability across the UK.
Tool Hire
Trade customers can hire specialist flooring tools through our London warehouse. The service requires deposits for equipment rental, with tools available for various installation projects. Customers should contact our trade counter for specific pricing and availability details.
People
Tony Hammond
Managing Director
Tony has led J De Bruyn since 2002, steering the company through economic challenges and ensuring annual profitability. With banking sector experience, he joined as Financial Director in 1989 before taking full leadership. He continues expanding the business legacy established by founder Jim Brown.
Alex Hammond
Head of Sales & Operation
Alex transitioned from operational support to leading sales and operations in 2022. He manages day-to-day activities while maintaining client relationships. His leadership builds on the company's 45-year history while implementing modern sales strategies and operational efficiencies across the UK market.
Nikki H
Head of Design Development
Nikki oversees our design cutting operations and manages accounts processing. With technical expertise in flooring design, she transforms client concepts into bespoke patterns using Forbo materials. Her dual role ensures design accuracy and financial transparency for each project.
Questions
What flooring products do you specialise in?
We specialise in Forbo products including Marmoleum, Flotex, Coral, and safety vinyls. Our range covers contract flooring, entrance matting, and bulletin boards with allergen-free and antibacterial properties.
Can you create custom flooring designs?
Yes, our in-house cutting facility produces bespoke designs from Forbo materials. We create borders, patterns, and special shapes to match specific client requirements using precision cutting technology.
Do you deliver outside London?
We deliver nationwide across the UK, covering locations from Brighton to Glasgow. For remote areas beyond our standard routes, we use next-day courier services to ensure timely delivery.
What tile cutting sizes do you offer?
We cut tiles from 50mm to 900mm in size, strips from 5-300mm width, and provide corner clipping from 20-120mm. All cuts originate from Marmoleum sheeting or modular tiles as specified.
Can I hire installation tools?
Trade customers can hire flooring tools through our London warehouse. Contact the trade counter for pricing details and availability, with deposits required for equipment rental.
