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– 1 – HANDCRAFTED FOR LIFE

THE

– BATHRO OM – COLLECTION

– 120 YEARS – IN THE MAKING

Our founder, Arthur Shaw, established Shaws of Darwen with a typically Lancastrian blend of vision and pragmatism.

As manager of the Darwen Colliery, he noticed that the clay brought up from the mine was of extraordinary quality. His vision – to make the finest handcrafted

fireclay sinks in the whole of England – arose from a desire to turn a wasted by-product into something of beauty and value.

Today, over 120 years on, that vision has been more than realised. Shaws now enjoys not only a national, but a worldwide reputation for the beauty,

quality, craftsmanship and sheer practicality of our unique artisan products.

Shaws sinks continue to be handcrafted at our premises in the same quiet corner of North West England as they were when Arthur Shaw

first started out on Valentine’s Day 1897.

The techniques lovingly used by our craftsmen haven’t changed in all those years. Every handmade Shaws sink still carries an impression on its base of the name of the master craftsman who created it. This, along with a Shaws Certificate of Authenticity,

is our assurance that your investment has been handcrafted for life.


OUR PROCESS

Handcrafted for life

Iconic, timeless, aspirational and tactile, each sink is an original design, handcrafted to give a lifetime of service and pleasure.

At Shaws we don’t believe in mass production; we believe in quality, individuality and authenticity in all we do. It takes time to hand-make Shaws sinks, between three to four weeks in total, using time-honoured techniques that have been passed down from master craftsman to apprentice for well over a century.

Known as ‘slip casting’, the process begins with a mixture of locally sourced clay and water being poured into porous moulds – by hand, naturally.

When the newly formed sinks are dry enough, craftsmen remove them from their moulds before getting to work doing what they do best – expertly hand-finishing these artisan products through a process of sponging and ‘fettling’ to create a smooth surface.

Once this stage is complete, the sinks are then left to gradually dry out for a period of no less than 40 hours. Only then are they deemed ready to be prepared with a first coat of glaze, before being glazed for a second time to improve the feel and durability of the product. Firing in specially designed kilns at temperatures of over 1200 degrees Celsius completes this rigorous process.


OUR BELIEFS

Pride and passion

First and foremost, Shaws is a company that believes wholeheartedly in delivering on our promise: To make the most beautiful,

practical, handcrafted fireclay sinks in the world.

We believe in being authentic in all we do, using traditional, time-honoured techniques to produce iconic products that grace the finest establishments and homes the world over.

We believe that our reputation for delivering quality and reliability is as important as producing timeless and elegant design pieces; that’s why every Shaws sink comes with a lifetime guarantee.

We believe that every sink that bears the Shaws name should be a thing of beauty, a unique creation, with a charm and character all of its own, bearing testament to the skill and expertise of the master craftsman who lovingly and painstakingly created it.

e more beautiful the waterfall,

the more lifetimes it takes to create.



THE

– BATHRO OM – COLLECTION

Shaws was once as famous for bathroom sinks as we are now for kitchen sinks. In recent years Shaws has been asked,

by customers the world over, to make bathroom versions of some of our iconic designs.

In response, we are now proud to introduce the Shaws Bathroom Collection. Inspired by designs from our archives and lovingly re-envisioned for 21st century living.

With its traditional design and timeless appeal, a Shaws sink – or perhaps two – from our new collection makes the perfect focal point for any bathroom.

From charming country cottages to smart city apartments, our iconic sinks can complement both traditional and contemporary styles.

We have named our bathroom range after the beautiful and majestic waterfalls of northern England, reflecting the area from which Shaws has drawn generations

of craftsman and our ongoing fascination with the movement of water.


BATHROOM

– BELFAST –Our bathroom version of the classic Belfast sink can make a statement in the most stylish of rooms. Beautiful and practical – especially when

twinned as ‘his and hers’ sinks - it’s the perfect countertop design.

Features include: Traditional weir overflow. 1¼" waste outlet. Suitable for slotted waste or plug and chain (available separately from Shaws).

Matching kitchen sink available.

Product Code: SBBE460WH.

Dimensions: 460 x 380 x 205mm.

Available Brassware: Ingleton.


BATHROOM

– BUTLER –The most iconic of all our sinks, the Shaws Butler has been resized

for the bathroom. Still generously deep, and with a rich, lustrous glaze, this is a statement piece to build your bathroom around.

Features include: 1¼" waste outlet. Suitable for unslotted waste or plug and chain (available separately from Shaws).


Product Code: SBBU460WH.




– AYSGILL –Perfectly circular, this elegant handcrafted sink hints at

traditional Victorian washbowls, but would work beautifully in a sleek contemporary bathroom.

Features include: 1¼" waste outlet. Suitable for unslotted waste or plug and chain (available separately from Shaws).


Product Code: SBAY460WH.

Dimensions: 460 x 190mm.



– WATERLING –The largest of our handcrafted fireclay bathroom sinks,

this stylish apron-fronted design, with its exposed face, has a distinctive, luxurious look.

Features include: 1¼" waste outlet. Suitable for slotted waste or plug and chain (available separately from Shaws).


Product Code: SBWT600WH.




– CROSSDALE –With a pleasing rectangular shape and smooth flowing lines, the

Crossdale has all the benefits of fireclay – including heat, impact and stain resistance – making it ideal for the tough conditions of the bathroom.

Features include: 1¼" waste outlet. Suitable for slotted waste or plug and chain (available separately from Shaws).


Product Code: SBCR460WH.




– AIRA –An elegant oval sink designed to fit under the countertop,

the Aira is made from fine vitreous china rather than fireclay for a touch of Edwardian luxury.

Features include: Vitreous china sink. 1¼" waste outlet. Suitable for slotted waste or plug and chain (available separately from Shaws).


Product Code: SBA1505WH.



It takes time to hand-make a Shaws sink,

between three to four weeks in total.


– BATHRO OM – BRASSWARE AND ACCESSORIES

Alongside our unique sinks, we offer a wide selection of complementary products to furnish your bathroom, each

specially selected by Shaws for its quality and style.

Our Ingleton Brassware Collection is made in partnership with renowned British manufacturer Perrin & Rowe®, a company with

a reputation for unrivalled quality and exacting attention to detail. Made from the highest grade of solid brass, these highly desirable taps

feature bespoke ceramic indices bearing the Shaws seal of approval.

Finally, don’t forget those bathroom accessories – robe hooks, soap dispensers, towel rings – that will add the perfect finishing touch.



INGLETON BRASSWARE

– CLASSIC –Beautiful taps transform a bathroom. This quintessentially

English traditional tap is a simple statement of luxury.

Features include: ¼ turn ceramic disc flow control. Vernier insert for accurate handle alignment. Flexible connectors for easier installation. Produced from high grade, low lead brass, plated to a thickness that exceeds industry standards.

Product Codes

Chrome �� SH3712CP English Bronze �� SH3712BZ Gold �� SH3712IG Nickel �� SH3712NI

Pewter �� SH3712PFPolished Brass �� SH3712BRSatin Brass �� SH3712SB


INGLETON BRASSWARE

– WALL-MOUNTED –Sophisticated in chrome, glamorous in gold, the Ingleton

Wall-Mounted Tap would grace a traditional or contemporary bathroom.


Product Codes

Bronze �� SH3793BZ Chrome �� SH3793CP English Bronze �� SH3793BZ Gold �� SH3793IG

Pewter �� SH3793PF Polished Brass �� SH3793BR Satin Brass �� SH3793SB


INGLETON BRASSWARE

– BRIDGE MIXER –The elegant Ingleton Bridge Mixer tap has been designed to

complement a countertop sink such as the Aysgill, Butler or Belfast.


Product Codes

Chrome �� SH3708CP English Bronze �� SH3708BZ Gold �� SH3708IG Nickel �� SH3708NI

Pewter �� SH3708PF Polished Brass �� SH3708BR Satin Brass �� SH3708SB


INGLETON BRASSWARE

– COUNTRY –Hand-polished to a flawless finish, the Ingleton Country is a unique three-hole mixer tap that adds style and individuality to a bathroom.


Product Codes

Chrome �� SH3723CPEnglish Bronze �� SH3723BZGold �� SH3723IGNickel �� SH3723NI

Pewter �� SH3723PFPolished Brass �� SH3723BRSatin Brass �� SH3723SB


INGLETON BRASSWARE

– BATH SHOWER MIXERS –

Deck mounted, with handshower.

Chrome – SH5080CP | English Bronze – SH5080BZ Gold – SH5080IG | Nickel – SH5080NI | Pewter – SH5080PF

Polished Brass – SH5080BR | Satin Brass – SH5080SB

Floor mounted, with handshower.




INGLETON BRASSWARE

– SHOWER SET –

Chrome – SH5712/2CP | English Bronze – SH5712/2BZ Gold – SH5712/2IG | Nickel – SH5712/2NI | Pewter – SH5712/2PF

Polished Brass – SH5712/2BR | Satin Brass – SH5712/2SB

Our time-honoured techniques have been

passed down from master craftsman to apprentice, for well over a century.



– ACCESSORIES –A wide collection of accessories and accompaniments that

have been carefully selected for their quality, function and style.

For our full range of accessories and products visit www.shawsofdarwen.com

– SINGLE ROBE HOOK –Chrome – SH6621CP | English Bronze – SH6621BZ

Gold – SH6621IG | Nickel – SH6621NI | Pewter – SH6621PF Polished Brass – SH6621BR | Satin Brass – SH6621SB

– LARGE PUSH WASTE –Unslotted Push Waste

Bronze – SH6806BZ | Chrome – SH6806CP Gold – SH6806IG | Nickel – SH6806NI | Pewter – SH6806PF


Slotted Push Waste

Bronze – SH6800BZ | Chrome – SH6800CP Gold – SH6800IG | Nickel – SH6800NI | Pewter – SH6800PF


– DOUBLE ROBE HOOK –Chrome – SH6622CP | English Bronze – SH6622BZ


All Shaws fireclay products are handcrafted for life.

CARING FOR YOUR SHAWS SINK

Shaws sinks are proven to be incredibly durable and long-lasting.

To keep your investment looking at its best, we recommend it be cleaned daily using a soft sponge or cloth and a non-abrasive cleaning product – a simple solution of soap and water generally does an excellent job.

Although extremely hardwearing (being heatproof, and resistant to impact, chemicals, dirt & stain and odours) and

ideal for the wet and humid conditions of the bathroom, not even a Shaws fireclay sink is impervious to damage.

So, if some unfortunate accident damages the surface of your pride and joy, we have a range of accessories

that will easily restore it to its original beauty.


BUILT FOR ENDURANCE

DESIGNED FOR REASSURANCE

IMPACT RESISTANT

DIRT & STAIN RESISTANT

CHEMICAL RESISTANT

HEAT RESISTANT

NATURAL MATERIAL

ANTIBACTERIAL RECYCLABLE


LIFETIME WARRANTY

Our Warranty

At Shaws our promise to you is to provide the best sinks in the world, backed up with outstanding personal customer service. That’s why all our products are not only of exceptional quality,

but carry comprehensive warranties to give you total peace-of-mind.

All Shaws sinks carry a Lifetime Warranty

PLEASE NOTE, our sink dimensions can vary by a plus or minus of 2%, as they are hand-made and shrink during firing. We therefore recommend that your bathroom fitter is aware of this and that no work

surfaces or cabinets are cut before measuring your sink. Due to the handcrafted nature and weight of our sinks, we also recommend a specialist fitter installs your sink and that it is properly supported.

Please see website for warranty details of our sinks, taps and accessories.

www.shawsofdarwen.com


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