In 1979, Bentley was founded with the goal of becoming the new floorcoverings industry standard for product design, quality, and service. By focusing specifically on designers and specifiers, Bentley became a preeminent resource for broadloom in the commercial market. Designers and end-users came to rely upon Bentley for stylish, yet sophisticated products, on-time delivery and unsurpassed quality. By 1983, Bentley added high-performance carpet tiles and six-foot roll goods to its product offering.