Established 1893 | BS 460:2002 Certified | UK & International Supply | Expert Technical Support | 0333 987 4452
Price range: £146.19 through £263.12 +VAT
The Rectangular Box Cast Iron Hopper Head Plain No.46 is a clean-lined, utilitarian rainwater head produced in solid cast iron — the kind of component that does its job without drawing attention to itself. Where many hopper heads rely on ornamental detail, the H460 takes a different approach: precise, architectural form with no surface decoration, allowing it to read as part of the building fabric rather than an applied feature.
In its smaller variant — 255mm wide by 178mm deep and 178mm high — the H460 suits medium-capacity drainage runs on Georgian and Regency facades, town houses, and commercial buildings in conservation areas. The larger size, at 305mm wide by 250mm deep and 200mm high, is appropriate for higher-volume applications on institutional buildings, schools, or country houses where a plain rectangular form is required but scale demands a more substantial unit.
The stepped, projecting rim gives the hopper a degree of classical authority without reaching for overt decoration. The straight-walled body reads confidently against dressed stonework, brick, and render alike. For specifiers working on listed buildings where the brief demands authenticity but restraint, this is a reliable and appropriate choice.
Manufactured in the UK to BS 460 specification. Available in Standard Black and Heritage Colour finishes, including a linseed oil option for conservation and listed building projects. Connection options are available for round, square, and rectangular downpipes across a range of standard sizes.
Pipe connections: Round 65/75/100mm. Square 75×75mm, 100×100mm, 125×125mm. Rectangular 100×75mm, 125×100mm, 150×100mm.
For listed buildings, conservation areas, and heritage-sensitive projects, call 0333 987 4452 or contact the team at tuscanfoundry.com.
| Size | Primer 255w x 178d x 178h, Primer 305w x 250d x 200h, Black Painted 255w x 178d x 178h, Black Painted 305w x 250d x 200h |
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| Connection | 65mm Round, 75mm Round, 100mm Round |
Prices for standard cast iron hopper heads are shown on the product page. For larger quantities, bespoke sizing, heritage colour finishes, or full rainwater system specifications, please call 0333 987 4452 or use the contact form.
We manufacture a wide variety of brackets for many different cast iron gutter and pipe profiles. More common types are the rise and fall, top fix and side fix rafter and the holderbat or pipe clip.
We can also offer traditional drive brackets, repair brackets and fascia brackets in both steel and cast iron.
It is always advisable to replace like with like because quite often the brackets form and important part of the buildings architecture. Occasionally buildings have special decorative brackets and our UK manufacturing allows us to produce small quantities of bespoke brackets when required.
The Brass Rooflight Pole Winder Opener 300mm is a screw-jack operated rooflight opener designed for manual control of timber-framed skylights and Lumen Rooflights. The 300mm fixed arm is suited to standard rooflight positions and is finished in polished brass.
The Brass Rooflight Hand Winder Opener – Telescopic is available in 150mm, 250mm, and 300mm sizes. The telescopic mechanism provides flexibility to accommodate varying rooflight positions and throw requirements. Throw: 165mm.
Casting of iron is an imperfect processs. It is possible with some cast iron radiators that you will get minor imperfections in the surface finish. When radiators are painted this will reduce and over the years every additional coat of paint applied will provide a smoother more equal finish.
The Ornamental Airbrick is suited to Victorian villas, bay-fronted terraces, Gothic Revival institutional buildings, church halls, and civic buildings where decorative ironwork is part of the architectural language. It is also appropriate for listed buildings and conservation area properties where the airbrick is on a prominent elevation and the ventilation grille is expected to carry decorative character.
Tuscan Foundry's cast iron hopper heads are available in Standard Black and Heritage Colour finishes. A linseed oil paint finish is also offered — a sustainable, vapour-permeable option particularly appropriate for listed buildings and conservation projects. Heritage colour swatches are available from the team on request.
Yes. The polished chrome telescopic rooflight hand winder opener is compatible with Lumen Rooflights and most timber-framed skylights. Call 0333 987 4452 to confirm compatibility with a specific rooflight model.
The Iron Works Patterned Hit & Miss Vents are available in two sizes: 225mm × 82mm (single-course, suitable for standard airbrick positions) and 225mm × 150mm (double-course format). Both sizes are available in all three finishes: Antique Black, Polished Lacquered, and Polished Brass.
Yes. Cast iron hopper heads are the historically appropriate choice for listed buildings, and are generally preferred by conservation officers and local planning authorities over modern plastic alternatives. Tuscan Foundry cast iron hopper heads are manufactured in solid grey iron and are suitable for use on listed buildings and within conservation areas. A linseed oil finish is also available, which is particularly appropriate for sensitive heritage projects.
