Leaders in quality and service … since 1920
One of Teesside ’ s best-known businesses continues to provide outstanding service from the heart of Middlesbrough nearly 100 years after its foundation .
With its origins established in architectural and building ironmongery , Hardware Supply provides solutions for commercial and residential property development under its two departments - HS Interiors , the bathrooms and kitchens specialist , and Hardware Supply Co , specialising in building and architectural ironmongery .
Formed in 1920 when Teesside ’ s shipyards and steelworks were helping to build the world , the company is now the epitome of a 21st Century business , providing bespoke , contemporary services and products to customers from across the region and beyond .
Under the careful leadership of managing director Paul Faulkner , the family-run business retains the same dedication to providing a personalised service that Paul ’ s grandfather Algie and father Doug held close to their hearts .
“ We ’ ve come a long way since the early days of Hardware Supply in Marsh Road in Middlesbrough , where I spent my weekends as an eight-year-old helping out my father and grandfather ,” says Paul .
Back in the 1950s and ‘ 60s , the firm boasted the largest fireplace display in the north of England , and they then became the name for Jacuzzi baths . “ We were Jacuzzi ’ s biggest UK customer and apparently in their top three across the whole of Europe ,” recalls Paul . “ Teesside had more Jacuzzi baths that anywhere else in the entire country !”
“ We were Jacuzzi ’ s biggest UK customer and apparently in their top three across the whole of Europe . Teesside had more Jacuzzi baths than anywhere else in the entire country !”
But Middlesbrough and Teesside have evolved , as has the company . Paul explains : “ We started supplying many kitchens to local developers and contractors modernising property in the early ‘ 70s , which led to expansion , the formation of HS Interiors and our relocation to St John ’ s Gate on North Ormesby Road in 1986 ."
HS Interiors offers bespoke bathroom and kitchens to suit any home and lifestyle with services covering technical drawings , 3D designs , project management , full installation and supply only .
It ’ s a philosophy that ensures HS can always deliver the perfect kitchen or bathroom designed specifically to meet each customer ’ s personal requirements from start to finish .
“ The market has become more competitive ,” says Paul . “ But we ’ ve remained true to our independent roots , giving the customer what they want and a bespoke service that other larger firms can ’ t match .”
HS pride themselves in offering only the highest quality products , working with reputable brands and specialist local craftsmen .
Their impressive two-storey Middlesbrough showroom is home to more than 60 stunning bathroom and kitchen displays showcasing leading products sourced from across Europe including Duravit , Jacuzzi , Vitra , Imperial , Kudos , Majestic , Hansgrohe , Aqualisa , Utopia and many more .
Their innovative kitchen displays feature quality German furniture from Rational , Neff appliances , Franke sinks and a range of Granite , Silestone and Corian worktops .
Paul explains : “ It ’ s a complicated industry and brand awareness for bathroom and kitchen products is ranked lower than other retail brands . Our customers tell us how confusing it becomes trawling through the