Engineered for the Darkroom.
Precision timing, power, and metering equipment for serious darkroom photographers.
Designed and hand-built in Derby, UK by Dave Gooding. Every unit is tested before dispatch and backed by lifetime support.
Made in the UK
Designed and built to last
Full Spares Support
Parts and repairs available
Ships Worldwide
International orders welcome
B2B Pricing
Bulk discounts available
Our Range
Precision Instruments
Four core products — each one designed, built, and tested by hand in Derby.
24V Stabilised Enlarger Power Supply
Buy 2+ and save 10%
Compensating Developing Timer
Buy 2+ and save 10%
Enlarger Timer
Buy 2+ and save 10%
Large Format Exposure Meter
Buy 2+ and save 10%
About Darkroom Controls
Specialist Darkroom Equipment, Made in the UK
Darkroom Controls is a UK manufacturer of precision darkroom equipment for professional and serious amateur photographers. Our range includes enlarger timers, stabilised enlarger power supplies, large format exposure meters, and compensating developing timers — all designed and hand-built in Derby by founder Dave Gooding.
Every product is engineered to solve a real darkroom problem: consistent exposure, stable power, accurate timing, and reliable development. We use quality components, offer full spares support, and back every unit with lifetime technical assistance.
We supply photographers, schools, universities, and professional labs across the UK and internationally. Free delivery on all UK orders. International customers are welcome — please contact us for a shipping quote before ordering.
From the Blog
Guides & Techniques
Practical advice for darkroom photographers, from setup to technique.
Setting Up a Home Darkroom: A Complete Guide to Precision B&W Photography
A comprehensive guide to setting up a home darkroom for black and white photography — from choosing your space to the precision electronic equipment that makes exposures consistent and film development repeatable.
Dave Gooding
Founder, Darkroom Controls
Questions about our products?
Whether you need technical advice, a bulk quote, or help choosing the right equipment — we are happy to help. Get in touch and Dave will reply personally.