Brahms Mount
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Textile manufacturing |
| Founded | 1983 in Hallowell, Maine, United States |
| Founder | Claudia Brahms, Noel Mount |
| Headquarters | Monmouth , United States |
| Products | Blankets, throws, linen towels, bed linens, home textiles |
| Owner | Sferra fine linens LLC |
| Website | www |
Brahms Mount is a producer of textile goods, established in 1983 in Hallowell, Maine. The company specializes in designing and crafting soft home textiles made from natural fibers, such as blankets and throws, employing time-honored weaving methods and vintage machinery.
History
The enterprise was launched by Claudia Brahms and Noel Mount, who transformed two former granite production facilities into a textile mill and retail outlet with views of the Kennebec River. Claudia Brahms hails from a lineage of interior and fashion designers, whereas Noel Mount brings experience from linen weaving traditions rooted in Northern Ireland.
Their early manufacturing relied on historic Crompton and Knowles W3 Shuttle power looms acquired from nearby mills like Knox Mill and Bates Mill. In 2009, David Kaufman, previously associated with broadcasting, took ownership but preserved the Brahms Mount brand. Subsequently, the company was purchased by Sferra fine linens LLC, headquartered in New York.
The company today
Currently, Brahms Mount produces cotton blankets and is one of the limited domestic manufacturers of premium bed linens woven from flax. Their assortment features blankets, throws, linen towels, and various accessories, all made from natural materials. The brand is available through prominent retailers such as Neiman Marcus, alongside specialty shops across the United States and abroad. Distribution occurs via their official website, catalogs, and an on-site factory store.
Founders Claudia Brahms and Noel Mount continue to contribute through fabric design and technical consulting. In 2012, the firm enhanced its production capacity by adding four more antique shuttle looms. By 2013, the manufacturing operations were moved to a larger plant located in Monmouth, while the factory store was relocated to a historic site in Freeport.