Business Details
47 Years
experience
Handmade Clay Roof Tiles & Bricks by Sahtas UK
Established in 1979 as a family business, Sahtas UK has dedicated itself to producing clay products that exceed industry quality expectations. Our commitment to traditional craftsmanship dates back to Anatolian clay techniques from 3,300 BC, incorporating Hattic, Phrygian, Gordion, Seljukian, and Ottoman influences. We source premium clay from our own quarries, preparing it using age-old methods while maintaining stringent in-house quality control and external independent testing.Our Hoffman kilns fire clay at 1,070C for over six days, ensuring durability and authenticity. Every product undergoes manual inspection and scientific testing before being signed by our team. With over 30 million pieces sold in the UK over the past decade, we aim to rank among the world's top terracotta makers while maintaining environmental sustainability as a core corporate value.
Services
Handmade Clay Roof Tiles
Clay Facing Bricks
Clay Slip Bricks
Glazed Clay Roof Tiles
Bespoke Projects
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We've maintained traditional Anatolian clay craftsmanship since 1979
- Our Hoffman kilns fire clay at 1,070C for superior durability
- Each product undergoes manual inspection and scientific testing
- We supply bespoke solutions for listed buildings and contemporary projects
- Environmental sustainability is embedded in our corporate culture
What people say
Excellent match
True masterpiece
Ultimate quality
Impressed facilities
Faithfully reproduced
Services
Handmade Clay Roof Tiles
Our handmade clay roof tiles combine traditional Anatolian craftsmanship with modern quality standards. Each tile undergoes 6+ days of firing at 1,070C, ensuring durability while maintaining authentic texture and appearance. Ideal for historical restorations and contemporary architectural projects requiring distinctive roofing solutions.
Clay Facing Bricks
Traditional clay facing bricks match historical aesthetics while meeting modern building requirements. Available in 14 standard variants with custom options for colour and texture, these bricks suit listed buildings, conservation projects, and new constructions seeking authentic brick facades.
Clay Slip Bricks
Clay slip bricks provide traditional brick aesthetics for non-brick walls and facades. Produced using heritage methods, these 8-variant options suit contemporary projects and historical restorations, offering bespoke colour and texture variations for seamless architectural integration.
Glazed Clay Roof Tiles
Premium glazed clay roof tiles offer perfect integration with historical environments. Available in glossy, glazed, and matte finishes, these custom-made tiles replicate traditional appearances while providing modern durability, particularly suitable for restoring historic monuments and creating authentic roofscapes.
Bespoke Projects
We specialise in bespoke clay products for unique architectural requirements. From exact historical reproductions to contemporary designs, our team creates custom variants with limitless colour and texture options, ensuring each project receives tailored solutions that maintain material authenticity.
Questions
What makes Sahtas UK clay products unique?
Our products combine 3,300-year-old Anatolian craftsmanship with modern quality control, using traditional Hoffman kilns firing at 1,070°C for over six days.
Can you match historical clay products exactly?
Yes, we've successfully replicated 100-year-old roof tiles including over 80 custom fittings for heritage restorations while maintaining modern durability standards.
Do you supply internationally?
We've delivered projects across the UK, Europe, and America, with bespoke logistics solutions ensuring safe delivery of fragile clay products worldwide.
How do you ensure product quality?
Every piece undergoes manual inspection, scientific testing, and dual temperature monitoring during our 6+ day firing process before receiving final approval.
Are your products environmentally sustainable?
Environmental sustainability is core to our operations, using traditional methods that work with nature and maintaining strict eco-friendly production standards.
