About Kaaijk Metaalbewerking
350 years of craftsmanship. From the forge De Drie Gekroonde Hamers to a modern workshop on the Daalderweg in Zaandam.
One of the oldest businesses in Zaandam
Our business started in 1676 as the forge De Drie Gekroonde Hamers. In 1890 the forge was sold to Nicolaas Kaaijk, after which the business stayed in the family for generations. In 1993 it passed to his great-grandson, Jan Willem Kaaijk.
In 2018 Luuk Jonker took over the business, which was then still called Nico Kaaijk Metaalbewerking. By that time Luuk had already worked there for more than eleven years and had learned the trade from Jan Willem. Together with his colleagues Mick, Martijn, Nino and Harry he continues the craftsmanship of the Kaaijk family.
As the business grew, we moved from the centre of Zaandam to the Daalderweg. There we built a new workshop in 2022, with plenty of room to enjoy making the finest projects.
Forging the old way, working to today's standards
In our workshop we still forge the traditional way, with coal fire, hammer and anvil. At the same time we make sleek custom work in steel, stainless steel, aluminium and Corten steel: from steel doors and stairs to steel structures, furniture and art objects. We like to combine steel with wood or glass.
Kaaijk Metaalbewerking is EN 1090-2 certified and a member of the Royal Metaalunie. We work for private customers and businesses, and regularly with contractors and artists. Thanks to our network of suppliers, delivery times are short.
- Forge since 1676
- EN 1090-2 certified
- Member of the Royal Metaalunie
- Our own workshop in Zaandam
What we stand for
The principles behind every piece that leaves our workshop.
Direct contact
No middlemen. You speak directly with the makers.
Quality products
Everything is made in our own workshop and finished down to the last detail.
Fast delivery
Thanks to our network of suppliers we keep delivery times short.
A promise is a promise
What we agree with you, we deliver. Our customers value that.
Craftsmanship
350 years of blacksmithing knowledge, from coal fire and anvil to modern welding.
Thinking along
Not sure yet exactly what you want? We are happy to advise you.
How we go about it
Mapping out your wishes
Call, email or drop by. Once we know your wishes, you get a quick estimate of the costs.
Measuring and quote
We take measurements on site and send an itemised quote with our terms of delivery.
Design drawing
You receive a clear drawing. Only when you are happy do we start production.
Production and fitting
We make everything in Zaandam, powder coat or galvanise it and fit it at your premises.
Want something made to measure?
Call, email or drop by our workshop, or request a free quote.