INTERIORS | K J HOWELLS
K J Howells; Craftsmen you can trust “It was great to be back at the Southampton International Boat Show again this year.” Says Rupert Jessett of Poole based KJ Howells. K J Howells has been based at Cobbs Quay
As well as a second to none service and
Marina since 1987, providing bespoke
craftmanship, sustainability is also at the
carpentry services and the supply of fine
core of KJ Howells and they source only the
quality teak products to the yachting and
best teak to ensure longevity and quality for
marine community.
their clients.
In 2018 Ken Howells, the founder and senior
For example, an amount of weathered
has bought a considerable amount of it too,
partner, decided that after almost 50 years
Burma teak was salvaged from a cargo ship
so if you want top quality ready-weathered
of dedicated craftsmanship it was time to
sunk by a U-boat in 1917. This exceptionally
teak, then we can help.
slow down, so K J Howells was purchased
rare and beautiful wood has been used to
by Haroys Limited, with Ken still very much
completely rebuild the 1919 yacht Aello,
He added, “The marine industry is at the
working as a consultant.
the only schooner of her size with such
heart of what we do and we felt a real buzz
history, incredible craftsmanship, speed
to be back at the 52nd boat show amongst
The management team are passionate to
and unparalleled beauty.
Part of her
the crowds of people after last year’s was
provide fine quality products, employing
uniqueness stems from the fact that she
cancelled, and we are sure the visitors felt
local craftspeople and are committed to
is the only yacht worldwide that is built
this too. We broke all records with sales
continuing the proud traditions of superb
entirely – both hull and interior cabinetry -
at the event and received many enquiries
quality and personal service for which K J
with this precious wood.
across the whole range of our services,
Howells are so well known.
from decking and gratings to tables and She has now been acquired by a Greek ship
furniture, every day for the full ten days.
Rupert Jessett, Manager of KJ Howells,
owner and art lover who brought her back to
It was lovely to see so many new and
brings with him a deep knowledge of the
Greece where she enjoys her former glory,
returning customers.”
sailing industry, having been a professional
sailing in the Mediterranean Sea and sun.
yacht skipper for nearly 30 years and has
So whether it’s quality teak you are looking
a in-depth personal knowledge of yacht
Co-director Peter Simpson said, “A happy
for to fit out a vehicle or vessel, bathroom,
refitting, deck fitting and maintenance. He
ending to this story of a labour of love. Due
heads, cabin, cockpit or deck, or maybe a
has been based in Poole for the last 17 years.
to the provenance of this teak, K J Howells
cocktail table for your craft or garden, K J Howells are the people to contact. Follow
them
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Instagram and LinkedIn to keep up with the latest news or call into the showroom at Cobbs Quay in Poole. KJ Howells’ new website will be updated with fresh content on a regular basis, including the products and services on offer at www. kjhowells.com or for more information telephone Rupert on 01202 665724.
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