Samuel Heath: Architectural Hardware and Sanitaryware
“Established in 1820, Samuel Heath is a British manufacturer of high-specification architectural hardware and bathroom fittings. Operating from their original foundry site in Birmingham, the company combines traditional brass-founding techniques with advanced CNC machining to produce components for the world’s most demanding architectural projects.”
1. The Heritage
Samuel Heath began as a traditional brass founder in the early 19th century. Throughout the Industrial Revolution, the company established itself as a leader in the manufacture of functional hardware, eventually specialising in the high-end architectural and sanitaryware markets.
Unlike many competitors who transitioned to assembly-only models, Samuel Heath has retained its core manufacturing processes in England, ensuring that the technical knowledge of brass-making is preserved across generations of its Birmingham workforce.
2. The Location
The company’s manufacturing headquarters are located in Leopold Street, Birmingham. This site is a vertically integrated factory where raw materials are transformed into finished goods. Every stage of production - including casting, machining, electroplating and hand-finishing - is conducted at this single location, providing a level of quality oversight that is rare in modern hardware manufacturing.
3. The Difference
Solid Brass Construction: Each product is machined or cast from solid, high-grade brass, ensuring significant weight, durability and a superior base for high-specification finishes.
Electroplating Excellence: Their in-house plating department uses advanced processes to provide a variety of finishes, from classic polished chrome to contemporary urban and antique patinas.
Hand-Finished Precision: Despite the use of modern CNC technology, every component undergoes a final stage of manual polishing by skilled artisans to ensure a near-flawless surface finish.
Concealed Technology: The company is a pioneer in 'concealed' door closer technology (Perko® and Perkomatic®), which are manufactured in the same Birmingham facility to meet international fire and safety standards.
4. The Hero Products
The Landmark Pure Collection: A standout for contemporary bathrooms, this collection features minimalist taps and mixers characterised by their "over-knurled" industrial detailing. Each handle is precision-machined in Birmingham to provide a distinct, tactile grip.
The Style Moderne Accessory Suite: Inspired by the 1920s and 30s Art Deco movement, this range includes high-quality towel rails, soap dishes, and mirrors. It is designed for those seeking a heritage look backed by modern, drip-free ceramic disc technology.
Classic Cabinet Knobs & Pulls: Solid brass hardware for kitchens and dressing rooms. Available in a vast array of finishes - from unlacquered brass that patinas with age to high-shine nickel - these are the essential "finishing touches" for high-end domestic cabinetry.
5. The Essentials
Accreditations: ISO 9001 (Quality Management); Member of the BIID.
Product Index: Sanitaryware: Taps (Basin, Bath, Bidet), Showers (Heads, Valves, Risers), Thermostatic Controls. Bathroom Accessories: Towel Rails, Toilet Roll Holders, Soap Dishes, Tumbler Holders, Mirrors, Bath Racks, Shower Baskets, Robe Hooks. Architectural Hardware: Door Knobs, Lever Handles, Escutcheons, Finger Plates, Door Bolts, Letter Plates, Door Chains, Door Stops. Window Furniture: Casement Fasteners, Casement Stays, Sash Lifts & Handles, Fanlight Fittings. Cabinet-ware: Cupboard Knobs, Cabinet Pulls, Ring Handles.
