Robert Welch

Timeless and elegant designs by Robert Welch

Robert Welch’s designs are characterised by their timeless and elegant beauty with products that will last for years to come.

Although they are most known for their stainless-steel cutlery and kitchen knives, the Robert Welch assortment also includes a number of other popular products to use in the kitchen and home, from wine coolers and cooking pans to chopping boards and trays.

The story behind Robert Welch

Robert Welch, one of Britain’s most renowned designers, began designing products as early as 1955, when he completed his studies at the Royal College of Art in London. His idea from the very beginning was to produce useful and affordable products with timeless design. This has resulted in stainless steel cutlery series in exceptionally high quality, as well as other stylish products for the kitchen, home and for dining.

In the start of the 1990’s Robert’s son and daughter, Rupert and Alice Welch joined the company. Today, they continue to use the legacy of their father by staying true to his original design ethos, but at the same time evolving it further.

Which Robert Welch products are the most popular?

In Robert Welch’s large assortment of high-quality products, there are many popular items with iconic designs.

Top 3 most popular products

• Signature knife set
• Radford cheese knife
• Signature knife sharpener

Quality stainless-steel cutlery

Robert Welch’s stainless-steel cutlery is recognised as one of the finest cutlery collections worldwide. The high-quality stainless steel has a timeless appeal and is suitable for both traditional and contemporary table settings.

Some of the most popular cutlery collections in their assortment include Signature, Skye and Radford.

Robert Welch cutlery finishes

Robert Welch cutlery come with 4 different types of finishes, each with their own unique aesthetic.

1. Bright Finish: has a smooth bright finish as the stainless steel is mirror polished.
2. Satin: has a soft and modern look. The brushed stainless steel gives a more relaxed table setting.
3. Vintage: has a semi-matte finish which is produced by tumbling the cutlery for a vintage look.
4. Silver-plated: has a high shine and beautiful silver colouring will give a timeless elegance to your table setting.

How to care for you Robert Welch products

Robert Welch products are designed to the highest standard and with the correct care, they can be enjoyed for years to come.

Before cleaning and storing your Robert Welch products, it is important to check the care instructions provided to make sure they stay in the best condition.

Stainless steel cutlery product care

While stainless-steel cutlery by Robert Welch is dishwasher friendly, it is recommended to wash it by hand. First rinse your cutlery well directly after use to remove food pieces. Then wash gently with warm soapy water and a cloth. The cutlery should not be soaked. After washing, dry your cutlery with a kitchen towel.

If you wash your cutlery in the dishwasher, it is advised to clean them on a short cycle (67 to 75 degrees) and to use all-in-one dishwasher tablets.
For black-handled cutlery, mineral oil can be applied occasionally to the handles for them to maintain the colour.

How does Robert Welch work with sustainability and the environment?

Since the start of the company, Robert Welch has been actively working to create products in a sustainable way that takes the environment into consideration.

Firstly, stainless steel is a sustainable material that is both durable as long lasting. This means less waste, as stainless-steel products can be used and passed down for years to come.
In addition, when products do need to be disposed of, they can always be recycled, as stainless steel is an infinitely recyclable material.

Robert Welch is also working on sustainability in other aspects of the company such as the packaging. They are currently working on renewing their packaging to use fully recyclable boxes and the brochures produced use PEFC certified paper where possible.