William Clark & Sons
The Company
William Clark & Sons is Ireland’s oldest surviving linen mill having established in 1736.
They are the last commercial beetlers in the world; a historic mechanical process involving the pounding of linen to develop a beautiful, character sheen.
R&D Focus
We intend to explore eco and sustainable products that will add inherent stain-resistant properties to William Clark’s beetled linen while retaining the historic nature of this captivating process, opening up end uses to new markets spanning fashion, accessories and interiors.
The project will launch in autumn 2021.
Partners
- University of Leeds
- UAL: University of the Arts London