Frank Pouwer Historic Building Materials is proudly located in and around the old sheds of the flame furnace brick factory in Doorwerth built in 1928. Because of Frank Pouwer’s passion for historic properties, the brickworks and sheds are back in such good condition that it is now used as a lumber yard.

Starting in 1850, more and more brick factories appeared in Gelderland. The floodplains of major rivers contain river clay, the main raw material for manufacturing bricks. In addition, baked bricks used to be transported to customers by ship. For these reasons, many brick factories can be found along the rivers in Gelderland. By now, most of the brickworks have either been completely demolished or, at most, know monumental value in the landscape view. The brick factory in Doorwerth has also been out of use since 2012, leaving the shed empty. Of emptiness, however, there is now nothing to be seen….

From far and wide, the huge chimney shines in the rustic natural landscape. Upon entering the unique site, it becomes clear that the old brick factory is put to optimal use for large supplies of used wood. Huge piles of old oak and pine beams, planks, wagon parts and floors are systematically piled up in the sheds of the former brickworks. Feel free to stop by and take a look. During opening hours we are open to everyone, including people who want to see this beautiful brick factory from the inside.