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Choose from our wide range of classic and contemporary lighting designs handmade in our Yorkshire workshop.

Lighting

Wrought Iron Lighting

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  • Table Lamps
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  • Lanterns
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  • Choosing a surface finish
  • All you need to know about LEDs
  • Electrical fitting instructions [PDF]

Lighting Accessories

  • Silk and Parchment Shades
  • Glass Shades
  • Ceramic & Porcelain Shades
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Curtain Poles

Curtain Poles

Choose from a variety of beautiful hand made curtain poles and finials.

Curtain Poles

Curtain Poles

  • Made-to-Measure Curtain Poles
  • Made-to-Measure Recess Poles
  • Made-to-Measure Single Recess Poles
  • Made-to-Measure Bay Window Poles
  • Solid Cottage Poles
  • Portières
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  • Traditional Finials
  • Brackets
  • Curtain Rings & Hooks
  • Holdbacks and Tieback Hooks

Useful Information

  • Choosing the right poles
  • How to measure for your curtain poles
  • Choosing a surface finish
  • Pole Fitting Instructions [PDF]

Traditional poles come in three diameters with detachable finials in 12 beautiful designs.
Solid cottage poles are forged from a single piece of steel with fixed finials. These are suitable for smaller windows and come in two thicknesses.

Homeware

Homeware

Hooks, Rails &
Tapestry Brackets.

Homeware

Homeware

  • Towel Rails
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  • Hooks
  • Tapestry Brackets

Useful Information

  • Choosing a surface finish
Journal
How the Materials Compare When Choosing the Right Curtain Pole

How the Materials Compare When Choosing the Right Curtain Pole

Posted on 26/11/2025

Curtain poles might seem like a small detail, but the material you choose has a big impact on the look, feel, and longevity of your window dressing. Wood brings warmth, metals add polish, and plastic keeps things simple, but if you’re searching for something that pairs lasting strength with refined design, our hand-forged wrought iron poles are in a class of their own. Crafted in Suffolk using solid iron bought from a local supplier, they’re built for a lifetime of use. Below, we break down how each material performs in terms of style, care, and durability, and why wrought iron remains a favourite for those who value both craftsmanship and character.

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