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APS Superbox Buffet Crate Acacia GN 1/4

SKU: DR734

£26.21(£31.45 inc VAT)
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The APS Superbox in GN 1/4 size is a solid acacia wood buffet crate designed for food and tableware presentation across a range of service styles. It sits within the Superbox range, which uses standardised gastronorm sizing to help operators build consistent, well-organised buffet and counter displays.

In practical use, the GN 1/4 footprint makes this a useful size for smaller groupings — breakfast buffet items such as jam portions, butter pats, or mini cereal packets sit neatly inside, as do condiment sets, cutlery rolls, or single-serve desserts in smaller melamine bowls. The crate can also be inverted to act as a low riser, adding a simple level change to a flat buffet layout without the need for separate risers or improvised props.

Acacia wood is a practical choice for front-of-house use. It is denser and more resistant to warping and surface wear than lighter softwoods, and it holds up better over time than wicker or painted MDF alternatives in busy service environments. The natural grain varies between pieces, which is worth noting for operators who need a closely matched set across a large buffet run.

  • Standardised GN 1/4 sizing integrates with other Superbox pieces
  • Invertible for use as a low display riser
  • Solid acacia construction — more durable than wicker or plastic
  • Suitable for dry food items, tableware, and small packaged goods
  • Works alongside APS melamine bowls for a coordinated table presentation

This size works well in smaller breakfast operations, café counters, and table or sideboard settings in restaurants. For larger buffet runs requiring higher-capacity display, broader GN sizes in the same range may be more appropriate.

If you are building a buffet display from scratch or matching pieces across a service style, feel free to get in touch — it helps to talk through the layout before ordering.

Frequently asked questions

How does the GN 1/4 size fit into a larger buffet display?

The GN 1/4 footprint is the smallest in the Superbox range, making it best suited to smaller groupings of items rather than bulk display. It works well alongside GN 1/2 or GN 1/3 pieces from the same range, allowing operators to build varied, structured layouts using standardised sizing that lines up consistently across a buffet counter.

Is this crate suitable for holding food directly, or is it intended for packaged and dry goods?

The acacia crate is designed for dry goods, packaged items, and tableware — think condiment sachets, jam portions, cutlery rolls, or bread rolls in a liner. It is not sealed or food-safe rated for direct contact with wet or loose food, so for fresh or moist items a suitable insert or liner should be used.

Will the grain and colour match across multiple crates if I order a set?

Acacia is a natural hardwood, so grain pattern and colour tone will vary between individual pieces — this is a characteristic of the material rather than a quality issue. For most buffet settings the variation reads as part of the aesthetic, but operators who need a very uniform look across a large display run should factor this in before ordering in quantity.
APS Superbox Buffet Crate Acacia GN 1/4

£26.21(£31.45 inc VAT)

£26.21(£31.45 inc VAT)

The APS Superbox in GN 1/4 size is a solid acacia wood buffet crate designed for food and tableware presentation across a range of service styles. It sits within the Superbox range, which uses standardised gastronorm sizing to help operators build consistent, well-organised buffet and counter displays.

In practical use, the GN 1/4 footprint makes this a useful size for smaller groupings — breakfast buffet items such as jam portions, butter pats, or mini cereal packets sit neatly inside, as do condiment sets, cutlery rolls, or single-serve desserts in smaller melamine bowls. The crate can also be inverted to act as a low riser, adding a simple level change to a flat buffet layout without the need for separate risers or improvised props.

Acacia wood is a practical choice for front-of-house use. It is denser and more resistant to warping and surface wear than lighter softwoods, and it holds up better over time than wicker or painted MDF alternatives in busy service environments. The natural grain varies between pieces, which is worth noting for operators who need a closely matched set across a large buffet run.

  • Standardised GN 1/4 sizing integrates with other Superbox pieces
  • Invertible for use as a low display riser
  • Solid acacia construction — more durable than wicker or plastic
  • Suitable for dry food items, tableware, and small packaged goods
  • Works alongside APS melamine bowls for a coordinated table presentation

This size works well in smaller breakfast operations, café counters, and table or sideboard settings in restaurants. For larger buffet runs requiring higher-capacity display, broader GN sizes in the same range may be more appropriate.

If you are building a buffet display from scratch or matching pieces across a service style, feel free to get in touch — it helps to talk through the layout before ordering.