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APS Superbox Buffet Crate Black GN1/1 Acacia Wood

SKU: DR736

£50.45(£60.54 inc VAT)
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The APS Superbox is a solid acacia wood buffet crate finished in black, sized to GN 1/1 and designed to sit naturally within a structured buffet or self-service display. It is a straightforward, functional piece — built to hold and present food or tableware items without requiring any particular setup or equipment.

In practice, crates like this earn their place on buffet counters precisely because they are unfussy. Guests can help themselves easily, and the natural grain of the acacia wood, combined with the black finish, gives the display a consistent, considered look without demanding much effort from front-of-house staff. The GN 1/1 footprint means it sits alongside standard gastronorm kit in a predictable way, which helps when laying out a buffet counter with multiple components.

A few practical points worth noting:

  • Solid acacia wood construction gives it enough weight to sit firmly on a counter without shifting
  • The black finish suits darker buffet colour schemes or rustic display themes
  • GN 1/1 sizing integrates cleanly with standard buffet risers and display systems
  • Well suited to bread, fruit, rolls, condiments, cutlery, or glassware display
  • Hand wash only — not suitable for dishwasher cleaning

Being a hand-wash-only item, it requires a small amount of care to maintain appearance over time, particularly in high-turnover environments. It is best suited to display use rather than direct food service where spillage is likely to be heavy. For sites needing a higher volume of crates or a different finish, similar pieces are available in alternative sizes and colours.

If you are putting together a buffet display and want to talk through how this fits alongside other pieces, the team is happy to help you work through the options.

Frequently asked questions

What is this crate best used for on a buffet counter?

It works well for dry or ambient display — bread rolls, fresh fruit, wrapped condiments, cutlery, or glassware are all common uses. It is not designed for hot or wet food service, and the hand-wash-only care requirement means it is better suited to display rather than direct contact with heavily sauced or liquid-heavy items.

Does the GN 1/1 sizing mean it fits into standard gastronorm equipment?

The GN 1/1 footprint means it shares the same outer dimensions as a standard full-size gastronorm container, so it sits predictably on buffet risers and display systems built around that sizing. It is a solid wood crate rather than a true gastronorm pan, so it will not drop into a bain marie or heated gantry — it is intended for counter-top display only.

How should this crate be maintained in a busy hotel or restaurant environment?

Acacia wood requires hand washing only — dishwasher cleaning will cause warping and finish damage over time. Wiping down with a damp cloth between services and allowing it to dry before reuse is sufficient for most environments. If your operation puts buffet crates through a dishwasher as standard practice, a melamine or polypropylene alternative would be more practical.
APS Superbox Buffet Crate Black GN1/1 Acacia Wood

£50.45(£60.54 inc VAT)

£50.45(£60.54 inc VAT)

The APS Superbox is a solid acacia wood buffet crate finished in black, sized to GN 1/1 and designed to sit naturally within a structured buffet or self-service display. It is a straightforward, functional piece — built to hold and present food or tableware items without requiring any particular setup or equipment.

In practice, crates like this earn their place on buffet counters precisely because they are unfussy. Guests can help themselves easily, and the natural grain of the acacia wood, combined with the black finish, gives the display a consistent, considered look without demanding much effort from front-of-house staff. The GN 1/1 footprint means it sits alongside standard gastronorm kit in a predictable way, which helps when laying out a buffet counter with multiple components.

A few practical points worth noting:

  • Solid acacia wood construction gives it enough weight to sit firmly on a counter without shifting
  • The black finish suits darker buffet colour schemes or rustic display themes
  • GN 1/1 sizing integrates cleanly with standard buffet risers and display systems
  • Well suited to bread, fruit, rolls, condiments, cutlery, or glassware display
  • Hand wash only — not suitable for dishwasher cleaning

Being a hand-wash-only item, it requires a small amount of care to maintain appearance over time, particularly in high-turnover environments. It is best suited to display use rather than direct food service where spillage is likely to be heavy. For sites needing a higher volume of crates or a different finish, similar pieces are available in alternative sizes and colours.

If you are putting together a buffet display and want to talk through how this fits alongside other pieces, the team is happy to help you work through the options.