bredemeijer (Netherlands)

The Bredemeijer® history goes back to 1914. In that year, Mr G. Bredemeijer founded a metal ware factory for household products. The factory was located in the central Netherlands, in the historic center of the town of Hilversum. In the early days, the focus was on the production of coal boxes, candlesticks, smoking stands and metal flower pots. These products were in great demand at home and abroad and the range was soon expanded with other household products. Additions included hot water plates, tobacco boxes, coffee pots, and hearth kettles, but also the well-known Maggi holders and Suko sugar dispensers.

In response to market demand Bredemeijer® shifted its focus to accessories for tea after the Second World War. This specialization turned out to be a good choice.

The idea to create a revolutionary type of teapot arose in the 1950s. This teapot would keep the tea hot and tasty for a longer period. The concept of the double-walled teapot resulted in the development of a complicated process consisting of no less than 140 steps. The first ever double-walled teapot still exists. Naturally, many new models have been added to the collection. The Duet® Bella Ronde and the Minuet® Santhee, for example, have become real classics in their own right!