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Home decor and home textile manufacturers in India
India is a major source of bed linen, towels, rugs and decorative pieces in brass, wood and ceramics, from large mills to craft workshops. Each product family has its own cluster, and the right supplier depends on your volumes and how much handwork you want. This guide is part of contract manufacturing in India.
In short
- Home textiles come from Karur, Panipat and Solapur; rugs from Bhadohi and Panipat.
- Metal, wood and ceramic decor come from Moradabad, Jodhpur, Saharanpur and Khurja.
- Ask for GOTS, OEKO-TEX, FSC and a social audit according to your products and claims.
- Handmade pieces vary: agree tolerances on a signed reference sample.
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Contents
Where home decor and home textiles are made
- Karur
- Bed linen, kitchen and table linen, home furnishing fabrics
- Panipat
- Throws, blankets, rugs, cushions, recycled yarns
- Solapur
- Terry towels and bed sheets
- Bhadohi
- Hand-knotted and tufted rugs and carpets
- Jaipur
- Block prints, quilts, decorative textiles, decor
- Moradabad
- Brass and metal decor, tableware, lighting
- Jodhpur and Saharanpur
- Wooden decor, small furniture, carving
- Khurja
- Ceramics and pottery
How to check a home decor supplier
- A maker, not a trader: many exporters buy from workshops. Ask where each product is made and visit, or have someone visit.
- Similar export orders: products they already ship to your market, with photos and buyer references.
- Certificates: GOTS, OEKO-TEX, FSC or social audits, confirmed with the issuer.
- Finishing and packing: colour fastness, shrinkage for textiles, lacquer and polish for metal, drop tests for fragile items.
- Wood and packaging rules: treated wood pallets and packaging, and the documents your market requires.
What drives the price
- Materials: cotton grade and weave, yarn, wood species, metal and finish.
- Handwork: block printing, embroidery, hand-knotting and carving add labour.
- Quantity per design and colour.
- Packaging: retail packaging and protection for fragile items.
- Freight: bulky items such as rugs and furniture cost more to ship per piece.
From design to delivery
- 01Designs and specs
- 02Materials
- 03Samples
- 04Reference sample
- 05Bulk
- 06Inspection
- 07Packing
- 08Shipment
Questions about home decor manufacturers in India
What is the minimum order for home textiles from India?
It depends on the product and the finishing. Mills often set minimums per design and colour, and smaller workshops can accept smaller runs, especially for block prints and handmade pieces.
Which certifications should I ask for?
GOTS for organic cotton, OEKO-TEX for tested textiles, FSC for wood, and a social audit such as BSCI or SMETA. Confirm each one with the body that issued it.
Is handmade decor consistent enough for retail?
It can be, with a signed reference sample and clear tolerances on size, colour and finish. Some variation is part of handmade products: agree what is acceptable before production.
Can I get my own designs and packaging?
Yes. Most exporters work on buyer designs, with your labels, hang tags and retail packaging.
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General information, updated 2026. Not legal, tax or investment advice: rules change and every case is confirmed by qualified professionals in India. Expand into India introduces you to partners in India.