Hartley & Noble Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really great service. My russian doll batt system arrived really quickly and I'm thrilled with it. It fits perfectly - I don't have pins on my wheel. I no longer have to wire off the bottoms of pots,... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My Hartley and Noble over the wheel Batt system has served me excellently for five years. Nothing warped or distorted at all, and having it enabled me to increase my production enormously. Its a super... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've just experienced some amazing customer service to solve an issue I didn't know I had :). This business not only has wonderful products, they care about their customers, something so rare these da... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delighted with my purchase Quality manufacturing Very solid on the wheel even under heavy load It really does work beyond my expectations Leave on the same batt to trim then just pop off N... See more

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  1. Art Supply Store

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Hartley & Noble is a family run UK-based company that designs, manufactures and ships pottery making equipment all over the world. We are committed to providing outstanding customer service while producing high-quality products using modern equipment, materials, techniques and design elements. With our skilled and passionate team we work closely with customers to create products that 'Make their pottery life easier' and where necessary we make bespoke items for their specific needs. Our website has the full range of products we offer such as the world famous Over-the-Wheel Russian Doll Batt System. We also make Pottery Tools, Slump Moulds / Drape Forms, Throwing Batts and Tile Batt Systems. Stuart & Nicky are always available to help should you need any advice when you visit our website. Just reach out via the website chat system, email or call the workshop and we will happily advise which is the best product for your application. If we don't make it then Stuart may even create a new product as this is what he loves most !! We value every single one of our customers and we love to hear how your buying experience has been from the first contact with us, right the way through to the courier delivering your order. So please let us know how we did so we can celebrate a success, or learn from anything that we could have done better.


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4.7

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class customer service

I've just experienced some amazing customer service to solve an issue I didn't know I had :). This business not only has wonderful products, they care about their customers, something so rare these days. Thanks for looking after me H&N.

June 15, 2024
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This review made my day! I'm glad we helped resolve the issue you didn't even know you had.. life is full of surprises :) Thanks so much for the really lovely feedback.

Kind regards
Nicky Hartley

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent products & service

As ever, Hartley & Noble have delivered in every way-excellent customer service and excellent products that make a real difference to production. I use their Russian doll bat system as well as their forms for hand-building which give excellent results. I have also recently had some bespoke forms made and their service and attention to detail was excellent.

June 5, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding products and integrity

I’m mostly a hand builder and bought H&Ns bespoke handwork boards. They are absolutely perfect to keep slabs flat to dry slowly so they don’t warp during firing. I can stack them and move them easily. The company was a joy to work with and willing to make custom sized pieces too. Their products are worth every penny. They even credited me back the overage in estimated shipping costs to the US. Kind and honest with a great product.

March 25, 2024
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

Wow! Thank you so much Liz . It was a pleasure working with you to create the bespoke size that you needed. We're really proud to think that our products are helping your community studio in the USA. Take care, Nicky & Stuart

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Over the wheel batt system

Delighted with my purchase
Quality manufacturing
Very solid on the wheel even under heavy load
It really does work beyond my expectations
Leave on the same batt to trim then just pop off
No more stressful transfers from the wheel , no more finger marks or distortion.
I also prefer that the system is made by an independent company that trades on a good name and works hard to keep that good name by producing quality products .
Thank you

May 17, 2024
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

Hi Stephen,

Thanks so much for taking the time out to give us a review. Your support means a lot to our small pottery business. We're so pleased the Batt System is working well in your studio. May it serve you many years!

Kind regards,
Nicky & Stuart

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

You will not regret your purchase

Super company, whose products have changed my throwing life! Bought the 'Russian doll' system, which is so ingenious, allowing all different sizes of base to be thrown on the appropriate tile, lifted off the wheel still on the tile, and then left to dry - best of all, the top-notch material used means that once the pot is dry it just lifts off, leaving a lovely smooth base. Saves so much time! And no more attempting to wire off without ruining the pot.
I hesitated a little over the price but really, it's totally worth it. I have now bought the Big Batt, allowing me to make plates in the same sort of way. Last but by no means least, the service is top notch; very helpful chat with actual people available before ordering, and quick dispatch. A great British company!

November 30, 2023
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

Hi Clare - Goodness how fabulous to hear this! We're so pleased it's making your pottery life easier. Thank you so much for your feedback.
Kind regards,
Nicky & Stuart

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So far so good

So far so good! I see that the order was filled and is on it’s way WITH a shipping refund! Fingers crossed all the rest goes well! I’m so excited to use the tiny bat system for my tiny wheel!!!

September 27, 2023
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

Hi Julie. We were so glad to have found a lower priced shipping option for you. We do LOVE making these Tiny Systems for you. The pottery you guys create with them is amazing!

Thanks, Nicky

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love, love, LOVE Hartley & Noble

I am beyond pleased with everything about Hartley & Noble. I have my pottery studio in a room at home, which means I have limited space. I love the fact that their bats (yes, even the over the wheel system) are super slim, and gives me the opportunity to move my pots while they’re drying - clearing up space.

I haven’t had any reasons to contact their customer support, since I haven’t had any problems. I did however write to them just to say thank you, and they replied almost immediately and I love the fact that it feels like your talking to a friend instead of a stiff customer support employee.

Without Hartley & Noble I wouldn’t be able to enjoy pottery as much as I do.

September 6, 2023
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

Hi Elin,
Thank you so much - what a wonderful review! It means so much to us to know how much you've found it helpful in your studio. If you ever need any customer support in the future you know where to find us.
Take care,
Nicky Hartley

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I adore my H&N products

I adore my H&N products. I have the Russian Doll Bat system, spider bat, measuring grid, large bats and shrinkage rulers. All incredibly useful, well made, stand the rest of time and I would t be without them. Customer service is excellent too.

July 16, 2022
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

Hi Jackie - thanks so much for taking time out to leave us a review. It sounds like you've invested a great deal in our product range - thank you so much! We really appreciate your support online with the pottery community too. It's amazing to think of you using H&N goodies to create your amazing porcelain creations. Kind regards, Nicky & Stuart

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