Steelite Bead Plates 285mm Vitrified China (Pack of 6)
Product Description
The Steelite Bead plate is a 285mm vitrified china dinner plate sold in packs of six. It sits within Steelite's long-established Bead range, which is recognised by its simple raised...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Capacity
- 851.73Ltr | 29981oz
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 288
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Product Description
The Steelite Bead plate is a 285mm vitrified china dinner plate sold in packs of six. It sits within Steelite's long-established Bead range, which is recognised by its simple raised bead rim detail — a clean, traditional profile that works across a wide range of dining styles without dating.
Vitrified china is the standard choice for serious table service. The vitrification process produces a dense, non-porous body that resists chipping and crazing better than standard earthenware, and holds up reliably under the daily stresses of commercial dishwashing, stacking, and general handling. The Bead plate performs consistently in that environment, which is why the range is commonly used in hotels, restaurants, and contract catering operations where consistency across a large cover count matters.
In practical terms, the 285mm size works well as a main course plate across most service styles — it gives chefs adequate space for plating without being unwieldy for front-of-house staff to carry and stack. Key operational considerations include:
- Vitrified construction supports high-temperature commercial dishwashing
- Classic profile complements both contemporary and traditional table settings
- Consistent glaze finish makes it straightforward to maintain a uniform look across a large fleet
- 285mm diameter suits standard main course plating for most cuisines
- Pack of six allows flexible purchasing to top up existing sets
Bead is a mid-range Steelite collection — well suited to operations that need reliable, presentable tableware without the premium pricing of more decorative ranges. For venues with very high cover counts or specific durability requirements, Steelite offer heavier or more specialised options within their wider catalogue.
If you are specifying tableware across multiple covers or want to confirm the right pack quantities for your service requirements, the team is happy to help you work through the numbers.
Key Features
- 285mm vitrified china plate with raised bead rim detail
- Dense, non-porous vitrified body resists chipping and crazing
- Rated for repeated high-temperature commercial dishwashing cycles
- Classic profile suitable for a wide range of dining styles
- Supplied in packs of six for flexible fleet management
Operational Benefits
- Holds up reliably under daily commercial dishwashing and stacking
- Consistent glaze finish maintains uniform table presentation at scale
- 285mm size gives chefs practical plating space for main courses
- Durable construction reduces replacement frequency in busy operations
- Classic styling integrates easily with existing tableware collections
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Capacity
- 851.73Ltr | 29981oz
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 288
- Dimensions
- 28(H) x 288(Ø)mm | 1(H)" x 11¼(Ø)"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Vitrified China
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 1.0093kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Vitrified china is produced by firing at higher temperatures than standard earthenware, which creates a denser, non-porous body. In practical terms this means better resistance to chipping, crazing, and staining under the repeated thermal and mechanical stress of commercial dishwashers, high-volume stacking, and daily handling — making it the standard material choice for professional table service.
- 285mm is a widely used main course size in UK restaurant and hotel service — it gives sufficient space for most plating styles without being difficult for staff to handle or stack efficiently. If your kitchen has a strong focus on elaborate plated presentations or large portion sizes, you may want to consider whether a slightly larger plate better suits your chef's requirements.
- A working rule of thumb for table service is three times your cover count — enough for a full sitting on the pass, a sitting on tables, and a quantity in the wash cycle. The team can help you calculate quantities based on your cover count and service pattern if you'd like guidance before ordering.