FAQ - Quick (and not so quick!) answers to queries.

How do we get to the POTTERY?

A . We are on the A88 - 9 miles South of Stirling, and 2 miles North of Falkirk. Check our On-line Map for detailed directions from major towns.

A. We are open Monday to Saturday - 10.00 till 17.00. For more More details go to our "Who What Where" page.

Where can I buy a replacement cup for my Barbara Davidson coffee set?

A. We can reproduce 80% of our original designs and shapes. Go to Products Page for details of what to do and prices.

Do you still make Larbert Pottery " CLOUDS" and "DAWN" tableware?

YES - but not as extensive a range as was made in 1988. Go to Products - "Clouds" and "Dawn" for details and prices.

Do you do special orders?

Yes - all the time - go to Products - "Commissions".

Do you run classes?

Although we do not run formal classes, check out the ads in "ARTWORK" - or your own Local Council Community Education Department for others.

Can you repair my broken Barbara Davidson pot?

Unfortunately not, but we can probably make a pretty accurate match for it. Go to Products Page for details and prices.

Do you repair any other broken ceramic items?

Sorry - we don't - but please read on! If the item has sentimental rather than monetary value, you could repair it yourself by following the instructions below. If it is an antique or in need of expert attention - then The Scottish Conservation Bureau, at Historic Scotland, Longmore House, Salisbury Place, Edinburgh EH9 1SH - tel. 0131 668 8668 or fax. 0131668 8669 - will put you in touch with restorers in your area.

DIY Repairing requires patience, sellotape and 2-part epoxy resin glue (Bostik Quick Set or Araldite quick set). If pieces are missing you will need polyfilla or similar, and a watercolour paintbox (a child's will do)

• Ensure areas are totally clean and dry.
• Do a dry run of the repair using the sellotape.
• Using the glue sparingly in the centre of the join (to reduce the amount which squeezes out),
• glue one or two pieces at a time, ensuring they are held in tight, and kept under pressure with your fingers or sellotape until the glue sets.
• If there are gaps when you have finished, use the tape over them as a former, and build up from the back with the filler.
• When this is completely dry, use the watercolour to match it, then varnish to the correct finish. Good Luck!

Do we train apprentices?

Not now - but there are at least 9 potters out there who have spent a considerable time at BARBARA DAVIDSON POTTERY.

Can our pots go in the dishwasher?

YES - they can also be used in a microwave, and are ovenproof. N.B. - some of the ranges pre-1988 were made in earthenware clay, and were not intended for heavy domestic use. If in doubt go to "Products - No Longer Made."

Can my order be delivered?

YES - we offer a despatch service to anywhere in the world where Royal Mail delivers, at their price + VAT - with small orders packaged free of charge. U.K. VAT of 17.5% can be deducted from our prices for goods sent by us to addresses outwith the U.K. and E.C.

Can I buy new Lampshades for my vintage Table lamps?

YES - if we cannot get your exact shape - we can have your old one re-covered. We unfortunately can no longer get the hessian fabric, but 'phone if you need more information, and remember to bring the lamp and shade with you!