Shopping locally is an easy way to support your community, and it doesn’t need to be a costly affair. 

As an independent business, we realise just how much small businesses rely on one another and the local community for their support and so we always source locally where we can. 

And there are so many benefits to come from supporting local independent businesses. Not only does it help to keep the area unique, you also receive a much more personal (usually better) service, and it encourages local prosperity, too. 

Feel the benefit

Although there is the assumption purchasing from local companies will be very expensive – especially if they offer a bespoke service –  it’s really not always the case.

For example, so much of our wonderful fabric range is available at a really competitive price. There are definitely bargains to be had!

Our team of experts are happy to offer advice, measuring and the loan of samples for free, to ensure each customer gets the very best service, whereas many larger companies would charge for these options.

And, we pride ourselves on our greater attention to detail as each and every customer is truly important to us – that’s why so many return time and time again.

At Dean & Co we offer value for money and craftsmanship on a bespoke product that won’t break or fall apart. There’s one point of contact rather than having a call centre handling your order. And it’s so easy to browse our fabric collections and get advice from our experienced team at our showroom at Hatfields of Colchester.

Showing our support

Our business continues to grow through the support of local people, and it is important to us that we continue to use local suppliers where we can. 

We really enjoy working with local businesses. As well as doing our bit to support our local community, building these relationships also allows us to keep a close eye on quality and provide an even better service to our customers.

All our curtains and blinds are sewn by a dedicated team of expert seamstresses local to Colchester.

Our roman blind tracks, bent poles and tracks for bay windows are supplied by the Pitman family, whose business is based on Whitehall Industrial Estate in Colchester. They are always happy to help and really go the extra mile which makes doing business with them a pleasure.

Many of our blinds are supplied by an established, experienced company in Clacton run by Andy and his dedicated team, and we’ve been working with them for well over 25 years!

Finally, when it comes to furniture upholstery, we head straight to the very talented Matt who is based in Clacton and is a dab hand at headboards, dining chairs, occasional chairs, padded seat cushions and sofas.

Pop in to see us

We’re always happy to talk through your requirements and will advise on the best quality for your budget to make sure your purchase lasts longer. We would love to help you create your dream home interior so pop in to see us! We are open daily and there is plenty of onsite parking.

Did you know?

We offer a free measuring service to ensure the final product is a perfect fit. Book in today and our measuring expert Chris will visit you at home and provide a no obligation quote.