Business Details
Trusted British Furniture Manufacturer for Residential & Commercial Projects
Established in 1891, J.T. Ellis & Co has built an enduring reputation as a leading British furniture manufacturer. Our 130-year heritage combines traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology at our 200,000 sq ft Huddersfield facility. We specialise in creating high-performance kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom solutions tailored to residential, PBSA, and commercial sectors including housebuilding, student accommodation, and care homes. Our vertically integrated production process enables precise engineering of 3,000 cabinets weekly while maintaining exceptional quality standards. The fourth-generation family business continues to innovate through strategic investments in automated manufacturing lines that reduce lead times by 50%.Our dedicated project management team ensures seamless coordination from design to installation, supported by nationwide delivery and 45,000 sq ft of flexible storage capacity. With a 98% on-time delivery rate and extended guarantees up to 15 years, we combine scale with bespoke capabilities to meet complex project requirements. Our in-house design team provides tailored solutions, product training, and showroom support while maintaining environmental responsibility through waste reduction initiatives. This unique combination of heritage expertise and modern efficiency positions us as trusted partners for major developments across the UK.
Services
Kitchen Furniture
Bedroom Furniture
Bathroom Furniture
Supply & Installation
Project Management
Product Design
Showroom Support
Delivery Services
Extended Guarantees
Custom Solutions
Highlights and features
- We have 130 years' experience manufacturing British-made furniture
- Our state-of-the-art Huddersfield facility produces 3,000 cabinets weekly
- We offer tailored solutions for residential, PBSA and commercial sectors
- We provide nationwide delivery with dedicated project management
- We offer extended guarantees up to 15 years on bedroom ranges
What people say
Exceptional product quality
Reliable delivery times
Expert project management
Durable furniture solutions
Tailored design support
Services
Kitchen Furniture
Our precision-engineered kitchen cabinets combine 18mm melamine-faced chipboard with double glue-and-dowel jointing for exceptional durability. Manufactured in Huddersfield using automated production lines, these high-performance solutions cater to housebuilders and commercial developers. Each design balances aesthetic appeal with practical functionality, available in 30 water-based paint finishes for customisation.
Bathroom Furniture
Premium bathroom furniture ranges feature moisture-resistant construction and precision-engineered components. Our made-to-order solutions include contemporary vanities and traditional units tailored for residential and retail sectors. The Huddersfield-manufactured products combine 130 years' expertise with modern manufacturing techniques to ensure longevity in high-moisture environments.
Project Management
Dedicated project managers coordinate every stage from initial estimates to final installation. Our single-point-of-contact system ensures seamless integration with construction schedules, supported by nationwide delivery and flexible storage solutions. This comprehensive service includes site coordination, material scheduling, and quality control throughout the project lifecycle.
Product Design
In-house design teams develop commercial-grade products to client specifications, from concept to manufacture. Services include 3D visualisations, sample room builds, and showroom design support. Our capabilities extend to bespoke solutions for challenging projects while maintaining strict quality control and adherence to deadlines.
Extended Guarantees
We offer industry-leading guarantees including 15-year coverage on bedroom ranges and 10-year protection for heavy-duty kitchens. These warranties reflect our confidence in product durability and manufacturing standards, which incorporate quality assurance processes at every production stage from material selection to final inspection.
People
Richard Ellis
Joint Director
Fourth-generation family member with extensive manufacturing expertise, Richard oversees operational strategy and production excellence at the Huddersfield facility.
Tom Ellis
Joint Director
Family director responsible for commercial strategy, Tom leads client relationships and business development while maintaining the company's heritage values.
Questions
What sectors does J.T. Ellis & Co supply furniture for?
We serve housebuilders, student accommodation providers, hotel operators, care homes, and retail bathrooms sectors with tailored furniture solutions.
Where is your manufacturing facility located?
Our state-of-the-art 200,000 sq ft factory is based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, with nationwide delivery capabilities.
What guarantees do you offer on your products?
We provide up to 15-year guarantees on bedroom ranges and 10-year coverage for heavy-duty kitchen units.
Can you handle large-scale development projects?
Yes, our production capacity of 3,000 cabinets weekly and flexible storage solutions support large multi-phase developments.
Do you offer design and project management support?
Our dedicated team provides full project management from design visualisation to installation coordination with single-point accountability.
How do you ensure product quality and durability?
We use 18mm melamine-faced chipboard with double glue-and-dowel construction, manufactured in controlled conditions with automated quality checks.
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Reviews (6)
Gordon Wallace
May 10, 2022
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We recently purchased an Avant home & the kitchen was supplied & fitted by JT Ellis Kitchens, we had our demonstration on the 18/11/2021 & moved in on 01/12/221 we noticed on the same day as the demonstration a chipped door on the kitchen sink & reported it straight away ( amongst other items ) & it's now 05/07/2022 & we are still waiting for this door to be replaced, even after sending numerous emails to the Avant service team & for them to forward these issues to JT Ellis nothing progresses.
After working on building sites myself over 30+ years this is the poorest fitted kitchen I have ever seen. JT Ellis are the worst kitchen fitters ever & there after sales service is non existent. Don't use this company
After working on building sites myself over 30+ years this is the poorest fitted kitchen I have ever seen. JT Ellis are the worst kitchen fitters ever & there after sales service is non existent. Don't use this company
Selina Jia
Mar 05, 2022
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Ridiculous customer service. Been staying in an Avant home since April last year and no one has come to fix the snag issues. They don't even reply to emails. Stay well away from Ellis kitchens. I can see quite a few other people here who also purchased Avant Homes and are experiencing similar problems. (28/02/22) Improved my review with supporting images and video.
Andrew Smith
Feb 23, 2022
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I purchased bedroom and lounge furniture for my parents who, at short notice, were entering assisted living accommodation. I need to thank the national account manager, Jason Bloom, who personally ensured that samples of finish were quickly provided and that my subsequent order was delivered in time for Mum and Dad's move. The furniture, whilst not cheap, is great value for money. It was delivered in packaging that prevented any damage in transit and, once unpacked, it looks great and is of excellent quality. Most important of all, Mum and Dad are delighted. I do not hesitate to recommend J.T. Ellis.
Jessica Hopper
Mar 23, 2021
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Recently had at JT Ellis kitchen fitted in our brand new 'luxury' home and have had no end of problems with it. Poor workmanship in every aspect - cupboards not fitted properly, parts left lying around in cardboard boxes when we moved in, incorrect cupboard dimensions, sawdust coming out of the extractor fan when we turn it on, missing LED lights which we ordered, plus we had to settle for a different worktop as they told us just a couple of weeks before we were due to move in that they couldn't get any stock of our worktop (which we ordered last summer!). Really disappointed and wouldn't recommend.
Gary Perrin
Jan 27, 2021
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Hi, I would like to say a very good retirement to our good buddy "Yorkie" (phil) he gave a brilliant service as your driver and was always very polite and helpful none of us knew Phil had retired until i met one of your other drivers on stracathro services " also I was told Andy wasn't feeling too well either and we wish him all the best and will see him on the road again in the near future so we can have a catch up exchanging stories and helping each other when we are struggling. So from one trucker to another" see you on the flip flop Yorkie" /Andy. From your mates from Utopia enjoy your retirement Phil ___ 10 -10.
David
Sep 09, 2019
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Absolutely appalling company to deal with. I purchased an Avant home and it came with a kitchen from Ellis. It's taken 12 months to sort out snagging. Still I gave them the benefit of doubt and paid over 3k for an island to be designed and installed - I wanted it to match the original kitchen. This has been left unfinished and with defects. To top it off the worktop for the island was edged on site and they couldn't get it right, they promised to manufacture another worktop that has been delivered today and it's the wrong size! Wonder if this is going to take another 12 months?
