SPIRIT OF MA Ted Todd talk us through a recent project where they provided a handcrafted
In 2019, Manchester Gin launched a brand-new distillery occupying six grade II listed brick railway arches under a historic part of the city, beneath Manchester Central. This massive 5,300 sq ft space underwent a stunning transformation that converted the arches into a fully immersive experience, where you can drink, dine, and distil.
Having worked with Manchester-based architecture practice Up North Architects previously, our Studio Ted Todd team were contacted to specify a floor for this design-driven project.
Working alongside Patrick Thomas, our team of craftsmen at our Cheshire Workshops designed and handcrafted bespoke herringbone blocks, which were a customised twist on Ebony, from our Woodworks by Ted Todd Superwide portfolio.
This bespoke version of Ebony was lightly brushed and double fumed, and was hand finished with a burnished hardwax oil. This gave this 100% FSC certified nature grade Oak floor an authentic deep monochromatic finish and superior durability.
At 20mm thick with a 6mm wear layer, a floor like this can be sanded multiple times and will last lifetime. This means it is great for the environment, something that was important to us, Up North Architects, and Manchester Gin themselves.
Another important part of the specification was to ensure that the floor was fire resistant and slip resistant, while still being easy to clean and maintain.
These herringbone blocks are able to withstand anything that is thrown at it, due to the durable finish and outstanding construction.
The overall design of this unique venue embodies the Manchester Gin brand perfectly - with a premium look and
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feel delivered throughout the scheme. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows with views of the working distillery add to the immersive experience offered by this world-class city-centre distillery.
The project effortlessly merges an industrial heritage with a contemporary look through a design that is interesting and embraces the architectural influences of the space.
Alan Griffiths, Head of Leisure for Studio Ted Todd, said: “Manchester Gin is an internationally-recognised spirit with its roots firmly in Manchester. We were very pleased to be involved in this exciting project and having the opportunity to showcase our bespoke floors in this immersive new venue.”
Creating, inventing, designing, and manufacturing wood floors has always been Ted Todd’s passion. We make floors for people who love and appreciate unique, clever interior design by supplying wood floors and cladding that are unrivalled in quality, originality, and creative flair.
Our clients come to us because we understand every brief is different and finding the right floor to the right specifications is something that over the years, we have built up the expertise and capabilities to deliver.
Wood flooring for restaurants and other leisure flooring types require completely different specification to those you’ll find in residential projects for example. These floors can’t simply be beautiful, they must fight back against the challenges the sector presents them, with thick boards, sizeable wear layers and finishes that are unafraid of potential damage. They also need to be easy to maintain, fire resistant and slip resistant, all of which are covered throughout our Ted Todd and Woodworks by Ted Todd portfolios.
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