History

200 Years of Innovation.

Pioneers of Water Filtration since 1826.

The rich history of Doulton Water FIlters dates back to 1826, when the renowned Royal Doulton’s ceramic craftsmen created filters that protected against water contaminated with bacteria. In the years that followed, we expanded our expertise into carbon filters; which were commissioned by Queen Victoria herself; and rapidly earned recognition for our commitment to innovation – giving us a heritage built on knowledge, expertise and experience.

Our focus on progression continues to this very day. Doulton Water Filters remains a trusted name – bringing better, safer drinking water to people everywhere. And while we’re proud of our past, we continue to look to the future as the inventors and innovators of our sector.

The 1800's

John Doulton, Martha Jones and John Watts join forces to found the firm (then known as Jones, Watts and Doulton.)
Ceramic candle water filter in 1826 first crafted.
Developed by his son Henry Doulton, it became Britain's leading
manufacturer of industrial ceramics.
Queen Victoria commissioned Doulton to produce a water filter
for the Royal household. Doulton created a gravity fed stoneware
filter that combined the technology of a ceramic filter with the
artistry of a hand-crafted pottery water container.

The 1900's

King Edward knighted Henry Doulton and honoured the company by
authorising it to use the word ROYAL in reference to its products.
Doulton introduced a filter for use in domestic water filtration
throughout the world.
Achieved ISO 9002 accreditation.
Launched the Doulton brand into the USA.
Transitioned Doulton ceramic water filters to British Berkefeld.
Stainless Steel Gravity filter.
Presented with The Queens Award for Export Achievement
Presented with The Queens Award to Industry.

The 2000's

Rolls Royce plc. acquires Fairey Industrial Ceramics
Relocates to ISO 9001-certified facilities, in Newcastle-Under-Lyme.
Introduced The Heritage Ceramic Water .
Introduced the Taste2 Stainless Steel Water bottle.
Modernised the ATC Super Sterasyl to the Ultra Sterasyl®.
Introduced the new and Improved Biotect Ultra.
Launched the Doulton brand into Hong Kong and China.

Doulton Water Filters Today

Today, Doulton Water Filters continue to deliver exceptional quality water to homes around the globe. Available in over 100 countries worldwide, our range of ceramic water filters are still continuously tested and developed to provide peace of mind in the heart of your home, every day.