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    4.2 (158 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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    Simple vases
    Erik H.

    My favorite store. Been drinking and eating from Heathware since I was a kid. Now my kids love it. So great to have this "seconds" store in Sausalito. They say people have four sets of dinnerware in their life. The one your parents had, the one you have as a single adult, the one you have when you have a family, and then when everyone in the house is grown up. I am ready to begin the 4th phase with all other non- Heath disposed of.

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    Merek C.

    Alright so I am not a ceramics person nor do I typically appreciate the artistry and the visual appeal of items that are to serve a very utilitarian purpose that could be replicated by stuff that is a lot cheaper and mass produced. But even I could see how awesome this store is and the value in the products they sell here. A great place to pick up some gifts for folks or to add some pop to your house. They have a second life section where they sell items with small visual and physical defects at a discount which is nice. The service is amazing and the folks here take time to answer your questions. They gift wrapped some items we were gifting to other folks as well. Overall, 5 star experience.

    Cecilia M.

    After a delightful visit to their store in the Mission District, my friends and I decided to come see their Sausalito studio shop as well to see if we'd find other items to our liking. At the other shop we bought 2 dessert bowls from the Rim line. The Sausalito location is sizeable. Showrooms are smaller than Mission location, but still a lot of stock to browse through. The parking lot outside is on unfinished ground -- so beware of large puddles and uneven flooring. Once inside, they offer all their usual collections AND also a whole wall of "factory seconds". These are items that are good to use, but may have some minor defects. They were also come at a discounted price! We were there on Thurs, Dec 28 and it was very busy. Lots of people coming in and out and not much room to move around. It was good that they had about 2 staff at the cashier, and 2 other younger staff milling about to help with any questions. Many of them were masked which I also appreciated during this season of high covid/flu/cold transmission! They also had a small cart by the cashier that was for items you want to buy -- so you can put down safely while continuing to browse. I found a couple of beautiful matte side platters in Chile from the factory seconds wall, and also from the regular section: 2 plates from the Rim line to go with the dessert bowls I had already purchased the week before. As with previous experience, I told the staff here that I was flying with these items and so they wrapped them up with thick packing paper, and they made it safely home. I love how they all look fantastic together, and also look very "Heath"! I've used them a couple of times thus far. I've be hand-washing these items carefully. Will see how they last!

    Denise C.

    I found this place on Google Maps search. It's across the street from the restaurant. It's polished and produces wares and kitchen products. Said ceramics...with wood and silver....it's Northern California lifestyle...pricey..interesting to visit and browse..got a card and a wood spoon. Crafty and classy...a bit aloof.

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    Lori N.

    If you're looking for "seconds" of their ceramics, then come to this location, as opposed to their SF locations. The selection here is not nearly as vast as their main SF location on 18th Street, and color options are also limited. As a result, this really limits your options if you want to mix and match. You can actually see the difference in many of their "seconds", if you look closely enough. Personally, if you're already dishing out (no pun intended, LOL! ) money for these investment pieces, then, I'd prefer not to settle for the "seconds." It isn't as if you're buying 20 place sets (at least I'm not), nor are you getting them for 50 percent off, or any insane bargain. Having said that, if you're just looking for a small seasonal flower vase for your office desk, then sure, why not. This location also offers a working factory tour, as does the 18th Street location. I took the tour at the 18th Street site, but was somewhat disappointed that no one was actually working that day. The tour took us through their work site, but you couldn't see anyone creating those beautiful pieces. I'm not sure how it works here, but I would check if you want to see their ceramics made before your very eyes. Outside of looking for "seconds", there's no need to make the haul to the North Bay, just to peruse their selection, as you'll find all you need at their SF locations, preferably their main store on 18th street.

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    Jiwon L.

    I'm always surprised by the lines that form outside this obscure location in Sausalito. If you come here, be careful when driving through the parking lot because there are often large puddles of water. The first time I came here, the line was too long and couldn't make it inside. This past Saturday, I came at 3:45 pm and there were about 5 groups ahead. It took around 30 minutes to get in, as they only let in the number of people that come out. Hand sanitizer was provided and required upon entry. Beware that bathrooms are not open to customers! The room is pretty small but there are a lot of plates, cups and tiles to look through. It was very well organized, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Remember to check through the dish ware thoroughly for bubbles or other noticeable imperfections before buying.

    I'll take everything thanks!
    Tamami T.

    I love everything about this store. I mean, everything -- location, outside, inside, how things are arranged, and the things that are being arranged. So beautiful, so elegant, so simple, and timeless. Ahhhh only if everything in life was so tasteful. I love the "Seconds" wares, but even they are a bit expensive. Of course they are worth it, but I'm still at a place where I have to think twice to buy anything. It also means everything that has the Heath imprint is a treasure. They will be loved, and used frequently. Hoping to attend the factory tour sometime soon.

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    Howie C.

    How better to spend a Saturday than to make a pilgrimage to home of iconic Mid-Century Modern pottery maker Heath Ceramics? For fans of kitchen decor, Heath Ceramics holds a place at the top of design and quality for fans of mid century modern ceramics. Heath makes functional, practical pieces with a timeless clean design and crisp colors that will impress your dinner guests while being simple enough for daily use. They are famous for their bold, crisp colors, two tone matte glaze with lightly coarse exposed bases and rims. I was able to secure a place on a Saturday morning for their free factory tour which runs one hour and takes you through all corners of the factory. If I remember correctly, the tour maxes out at 12 people. Some factory facts that stood out to me: - Their wares are fired at low heat, about 50% below that of other ceramics makers. - Founder Edith Heath found a clay mix that could fire at the low heat so that the bold colors she wanted to use in the pieces wouldn't have to turn red or brown, what usually happens when colored pieces are fired at higher heats. They still pull clay from the same quarry that Edith Heath first used. - Everything is hand finished here. Handle molds are hand cut with a wire machine and applied by hand to the cup or pot. Airbrushed glazes are applied with an even hand to each piece before firing. - Two original kilns are on the main floor. Five additional kilns are in back in an attached building. - They are constantly experimenting with colors and glazes. The owners that took over Heath Ceramics from founder Edith Heath stayed true to the brand by continually working with new colors and combinations and renewed excitement in the brand over the past decade by releasing new color palettes each season. - Heath family members still work at the factory. The tour was very informative. Though it was a Saturday and they weren't actively producing anything in front of us, we got to see where they mixed the clay, made the molds, how they spin and mold the bowls, glazing stations, the kiln and quality control area. It's a must see for those who have a love for the ceramics making process. Most people that come to Heath in Sausalito don't come for the tour. The real prize is the onsite "Seconds" store. The store has first quality current line goods, second quality goods and tile samples. Second quality goods have slight imperfections and are priced at a 30% discount. The seconds are great if you want to stock up on some every day use plates or cups and don't mind barely or unnoticeable differences. How bad are the seconds? They look great! Some are more detectable than others, but none are horrendous nor do they have cracks in them. I looked through about 20 two tone tumblers to find "the best" one. If the item had a defect, it only had one defect, not multiple. Keeping this in perspective, these marks are very minor. If you buy a typical $5 plate at Target, it's going to have all sorts of imperfections but be considered first quality. At Heath they aim for perfection. This is what I noticed: Glaze Pinholes - Most glazed pottery that you get at Target or Ikea or wherever, you can see what looks like two holes that looked like a staple was pulled out. On Heath first quality items, you will not be able to detect any holes. Uneven base on the inside of the cup - When you look into the cup you can this, probably from sitting just a little off when it was being molded finished on the inside walls. Uneven Rim - Only saw this one one cup. Uneven Glaze Color - Very slight shadow, usually from a little extra glaze layer being painted on. Small Paint Bump - Very tiny bump, either due to an extra fleck of glaze or clay imperfection. Chipped base - Miniscule chip on the bottom of one of the cups. As I mentioned before, the seconds are great way for you to build up a collection at a reduced price. The defects are very minor if at all and I only mention them so that you get an idea of what to expect. I would have stocked up on more than just a cup but since I was flying back home I didn't think it would be practical to fit a large serving bowl or a set of plates in my bag. Twice a year they have a dedicated "seconds" warehouse sale where they put out a ton of stuff, this is in addition to their store's normal seconds offerings. I had not heard of Heath until a couple of years ago. But after looking at a few pieces, I found myself drawn to them, wanting to look at them over and over. I love mid century modern design so Heath was a natural fit for me. I'm a big fan of their matte and speckle glazes, their vibrant colors and the feel and balance of their wares in my hand. Sturdy and sleek but not too heavy or too light. Many of their bolder color combos are season one offs which make them highly collectible. Heath pieces maintain their value on the secondary market very well. If you're in Sausalito for an afternoon, treat yourself to a few pieces of Heath!

    It pains me to write this review but I am so so disappointed. We put a Heath ceramics set on our wedding registry, in June 2022 (the coupe line) and two of the items have already chipped. A plate and a bowl. Neither were dropped and both chipped from coming into contact with other dishes. The plate I know for sure came into contact with a glass Pyrex bowl. Now if we had dropped these or they encountered some other major catastrophe such as a move, I would understand, but for the price I really expected these to be better quality. We thought they'd be our forever dishes and 1 1/2 years later it seems that is not the case. Two stars because they're beautiful.

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