Waterford Crystal
To start shopping for Waterford Crystal china click on a pattern below:
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In 1783, George and William Penrose founded the Waterford Glass House in the port of Waterford Ireland, and began to produce fine quality cut crystal. In 1851, Waterford Crystal won several gold medals and universal acclaim at the Great Exhibition in London, but just as Waterford was becoming popular, the financial climate changed, and the factory was forced to close.
A hundred years later, in 1951 a group of businessmen again launched Waterford Crystal, using the skills used decades before. In the early 1960’s, as demand began to exceed supply, a larger glass works was built. By the 1980’s Waterford Crystal was the largest producer of handcrafted crystal in the world. When Westminster Abbey was approaching its 900th anniversary, sixteen Waterford cut crystal chandeliers were commissioned for the occasion.
In the U.S.A. and U.K. Waterford Crystal consistently receives the popular vote. Craftsmanship, stunning design and unrivalled dedication to quality have ensured that Waterford crystal has come to be recognised as the finest in the world.
Waterford Crystal Lismore, the most famous of all Waterford’s stemware patterns is as popular as ever after more than fifty years in continuous production. Waterford Crystal Newgrange is very popular too, but any Waterford Crystal stemware pattern you choose will exceed your expectations. Lismore and crystal gifts are just some of the many Waterford products shown here, but if you do not see the stemware pattern or cut crystal gift item that you are looking for, please feel free to contact us for a quotation at our UK tax free prices!
If you are looking for a perfect gift, the Waterford Crystal gift section has a clock or a vase for every taste, among other beautiful gift items.
Waterford Crystal Care
Waterford Crystal and dishwashers
Is not recommended to clean Waterford crystal in a dishwasher since the heat and abrasive cleaners may mark the surface of the crystal. Read additional care information in the Usage and Care insert, included with the package of each piece.
Waterford Crystal and decanter or vase stains
Swirl a handful of uncooked rice in a solution of lemon juice or vinegar and warm water to remove residue inside a Waterford Crystal decanter or a vase. For tougher stains, try warm water with a denture-cleaning tablet, allowing it to soak.
Chipped glass
Sometimes it is possible to repair a chipped stem, though the quality of the repair depends largely on the capabilities of the shop. Ask your Waterford Crystal retailer to recommend a local repair facility.