A brush for
every industry

Since 1858, Cottam have been solving problems through innovative brush solutions. From the Victorian shipyards of Sunderland to the depths of the North Sea, we’ve designed and manufactured solutions to many a problem.

Using brush making methods both traditional and modern, we work closely with our customers, partners and industry friends to push innovation forward, one brush at a time.

Custom
Brushes

FROM SUB SEA BRUSHES TO COW BRUSHES…

each brush designed and manufactured to meet your needs

Technical
Brushes

FROM EEL PASSES TO PENCIL BRUSHES…

our range of technical brushes are stocked ready for dispatch

Catalogue
Brushes

FROM ARTIST BRUSHES TO DECK SCRUBS…

we have a wide range of brushes available to buy online today

Over the years we have worked with...

News & Blog

Fish Pass Brush – Bailey Contracts Ltd

Bailey Contracts Ltd are a Civil Engineering Contractor specialising in working within and around water courses including Fish Passes, Hydro electric Plants, Bridges and retaining structures…

Cottam Brush reminisces as we welcome the seventh monarch

With King Charles III’s Coronation taking place on Saturday, there’s a sense of nostalgia in the air. Since Cottam’s beginnings, we’ve known 6 monarchs, and are now welcoming the seventh – and it’s got us thinking about our own history…

AN INTERVIEW WITH DAVID COTTAM – Growing up with Cottam Bros Ltd

I grew up with the company being part of my life. My father, George, was the Managing Director and during the 50sand early 60’s my grandfather, Thomas Ernest, (known to all the staff as Mr Ernest) was still active in the business….

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