Who is Peter Weldon?
For a brief history of my career to date click here. Where is the company based?
Manufacturing is in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, where twenty highly skilled ironworkers are employed. They are flexible, artistic ironworkers - proud of their skills and loyal to this expanding business. The UK side of the company is based in Stoke-on-Trent, North Staffordshire.
Why Manufacture in Vietnam?
Quote from the Daily Telegraph October 22nd 2007
“The Vietnam bulls (from the London Stock Exchange) emphasise how young, hard-working and well educated the population is- Vietnam has one of the highest literacy rates in developing Asia….”
Ho Chi Minh is the manufacturing capital with an abundance of highly skilled labour. There is a positive environment with an attitude that anything is possible allowing us to be indulgent with our designs. Designed in England, made in Vietnam is a formula that works exceptionally well for us.
Just another ironwork business?
Absolutely not. Our ironwork is very obviously superior to other manufacturers- just try a google search and see the difference! Much modern ironwork is so ugly that it is totally unsuitable for the traditional house and would probably de-value your property rather than add to it. With emphasis on fine design our craftsmen are artists and we can provide beautiful antique designs that until now have been too difficult or impractical to make.
What products can we offer?
Ironwork for the domestic garden, public amenity and private estate. We have a special interest in the re-creation of pre-war patterns - a time when English ironwork was at its best.
What type of commissions are considered?
An ideal project for us would be to re-make an antique design. This is particularly important when considering ironwork for the period house and we can do this so well that only an expert can spot the difference. From this site you can see that we have received commissions for bandstands, pergolas, summerhouses, pedestrian bridges, pavilions, rose arbours and arches, large and small gates, benches, granite tables, chairs, well heads...resulting in a large portfolio of successful designs.
What materials are used in making our products?
Designs are executed in mild steel and cast iron. Large structures are assembled on-site to confirm overall finish. Every item is protected with a zinc oxide primer to be overpainted using a robust exterior paint to the customer's colour specification. We offer galvanising as an optional part of the process.
Ordering is simple.
We do not have a preferred method of ordering, but perhaps you do. You might choose to telephone us with your order...or you may prefer to email an outline of your requirements to us.
We are happy to visit your premises, discuss designs and take measurements in person. On agreement of a design, a deposit will be payable with the balance due on delivery of your order. Delivery may include installation of the item if you require, or you may choose to arrange installation yourself.
Whatever your decision, you can be assured of the best advice and service.
Our Guarantee.
We will guarantee the supply of ironwork to an agreed design. If you are not entirely happy with the quality of workmanship, you may receive a full refund - (subject to terms and conditins please ask for details).
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