Imperial Blue From Denby

Imperial Blue is a timeless classic in the world of sophisticated dining. Blue and white, a perennial classic combination of colour offering the depth and vibrancy of the enbolding blue against the contrast of the cool white sets the table with an understated style for those whose who let their taste do the talking for them. It is not by accident then that this elegant classic is one of Denby's longest running patterns and one which still commands an impressive share of the pottery market.


To maintain the unique Denby Imperial Blue Colour the process of glazing is undertaken by skilled craftsmen. The process of creating the glazes is undertaken by both Denby's Design Team and Glaze Technicians. The teams are constantly searching for new finishes, depth of colour and texture. All Denby glazes are made to original recipes. It is this attention to detail which sets Denby apart from it's competitors. The real challenge is to control the process and maintain uniformity in the greater volume

in which Denby pottery is manufactured. This is particularly difficult with the strong colour's such as those used in Imperial Blue. Each piece of pottery is painstakingly glazed by skilled craftsmen, trained in the necessary control and precision. Regulating the firing process is then critical. Evan minor fluctuations, such as a degree or two change in temperature, can alter the chemical reaction of a glaze, dramatically changing it's colour and texture. It is Denby's reputation in producing consistently high quality products through it's uncompromising manufacturing techniques which keeps it the heart of the UK Pottery manufacturing business and ensures that no matter where you buy you Imperial Blue pottery, or how long it is between purchases, you can rest assured that every piece will be presented in the identical shade of blue.
To view the Denby Imperial Blue Collection please use the link below
Denby Imperial Blue
Complementary Pieces

No table is complete without the final touches which tablemats, placemats and linens bring. The new Tablelife collection from Denby lets you select your own individual look with a selection of coordinated accessories including a range of Tablemats and Placemats specifically designed to compliment Imperial Blue.
To visit the full range of Tablelife accessories please use the link below

Denby Tablelife

Caring for your Denby Pottery

All Denby Pottery including Imperial is safe for use in ovens, dishwashers, microwaves and freezers but we do recommend you follow the simple guidelines suggested by Denby to ensure that you tableware retains it's beauty and functionality. To read the basic pottery care advice from Denby please visit our "Care of Denby" page by using the link below
Caring for Denby Pottery

Denby Pottery

Denby is unique. They produce their own clay, develop their own glazes and create each and every piece on site. They employ a workforce of over 700 employees and is the main employer in their area. The original pottery site has grown to 36.5 hectares, with over 7,525 square metres of warehousing. Denby exports to over 30 Countries and have offices in the USA and Germany. The continued growth of the company is supported by their continuing large scale investment in people and technology. The most recent kiln cost over 1.5 million pounds.

Denby is committed to maintaining its reputation as one of the world's leading manufacturers of quality tableware reflecting the way we live our life today.
Blending tradition and technology, Denby creates tableware that not only looks good but is extremely practical. Good design is about attention to detail good tableware is all about Denby.

To learn more about the history of denby pottery please visit our
Denby History page

To learn how Denby Pottery is made please visit our
Making Denby Pottery page