Business Details
Authentic Victorian Ceramic Tiles for Heritage and Modern Interiors
Victorian Ceramics combines over five decades of expertise in tile design and glaze colour research, operating as a family-run enterprise led by Paula and David Franklin. Based in Shropshire near the Welsh border, we provide a tailored design service ranging from single plain colours to intricate tiling schemes for both private and commercial clients. All tiles are crafted in-house using traditional techniques, ensuring authenticity and quality.Our global reach extends to the USA, Canada, Europe, and Australia, with customer service remaining central to our operations. We specialise in Victorian and Edwardian tiles, alongside solutions for porches, fireplaces, kitchens, and bathrooms, supported by an extensive range of external tiles and accessories.
Services
Victorian Tiles
Decorative Tiles
Border Tiles
Hearth Accessories
Commercial Projects
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of expertise in traditional tile design and glaze research.
- Our family-run business provides fully customised tiling solutions for all projects.
- All tiles are manufactured in-house using authentic Victorian techniques.
- We export to global markets including the USA, Canada, Europe, and Australia.
- Customer service remains central to our philosophy and operations.
Services
Victorian Tiles
Authentic Victorian tiles crafted using traditional techniques for fireplaces, porches, kitchens, and bathrooms. Our range includes period-accurate designs and glazes, ideal for restoration projects or adding historical charm to modern interiors. Each tile is handmade to ensure quality and authenticity.
Decorative Tiles
Custom decorative tiles featuring original designs from artists like William De Morgan and William Morris. These tiles combine intricate patterns with traditional cobalt blue in-glaze techniques, offering both modern and aged finishes for kitchens, bathrooms, and fireplaces.
Border Tiles
Victorian border tiles designed to create running borders for walls and surfaces. Perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, and porches, these tiles add a finishing touch to tiling schemes while maintaining historical accuracy and craftsmanship.
Hearth Accessories
Specialist tiles and accessories for hearths and fireplaces, combining functionality with period-appropriate aesthetics. Our range includes durable, heat-resistant options that enhance traditional and contemporary fireplace designs.
Commercial Projects
Tailored tiling solutions for commercial spaces requiring authentic Victorian designs. We collaborate with architects and designers to deliver large-scale projects with consistent quality, from historic renovations to modern developments needing heritage elements.
People
Paula Franklin
Co-Owner
With over 50 years in tile design, Paula Franklin co-leads Victorian Ceramics, focusing on customer service and design innovation. Her expertise ensures every project meets exacting standards while preserving traditional techniques.
David Franklin
Co-Owner
David Franklin co-founded Victorian Ceramics, bringing decades of glaze research and manufacturing experience. He oversees production to maintain authenticity and quality in every tile produced at the Shropshire factory.
Questions
What types of tiles does Victorian Ceramics specialise in?
We specialise in authentic Victorian and Edwardian ceramic tiles, including decorative, border, hearth, and porch tiles, crafted using traditional techniques.
Can I order custom-designed tiles?
Yes, we offer a full personal design service to create bespoke tiling schemes tailored to your specific requirements.
Do you supply tiles internationally?
Yes, we export tiles globally to the USA, Canada, Europe, and Australia directly from our UK factory.
What sizes are available for your tiles?
Our standard sizes include 5"x5" and 6"x6", with options for both tin glaze and crazed glaze finishes.
Reviews (3)
Emma Harrison
Jul 25, 2021
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I can't recommend Victorian Ceramics enough. From sending out samples to design advice and a last minute scramble for extra tiles, David really went the extra mile to ensure we had everything we needed for a tricky job. The quality of the tiles and glazing is superb and has made our Victorian fireplace shine again -- if you're looking for excellent craftsmanship and fantastic customer service look no further!
Henry Young
Jan 21, 2020
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We ordered tiles for our home from David at VC and cannot praise the customer service any higher. We had to change the quantity of our order which was no issue and are absolutely delighted with the end result. Highly recommend this company !!
Andrew Treverton
Nov 10, 2019
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As Architects and Interior Designers we have used VC on many occasions. Almost anything is possible and David and his team work relentlessly to get the right results. If you are after a unique product, produced to the highest standards in the UK then look no further. Highly recommended
