Steelite Scape White Melamine Plates 165mm (Pack of 6)

The Steelite Scape melamine plate is a 165mm side or starter plate finished in white, with a lightly textured surface and a subtly irregular profile that gives it more visual character than a standard flat white plate. It is part of Steelite's Scape range and is made from melamine rather than porcelain or stoneware.

Melamine tableware occupies a specific and practical niche in commercial catering. It will not chip or shatter in the way ceramic does, which makes it particularly well suited to outdoor dining, festival catering, garden events, poolside service, and any environment where crockery breakage is a genuine operational concern. The weight of each plate — just under a kilogram per unit — gives it a reassuring solidity without the fragility of ceramics.

From a day-to-day service perspective, the key practical advantages are:

• Resistant to chipping and cracking under normal commercial handling
• Dishwasher safe, supporting efficient turnaround during busy service periods
• Consistent white finish works with most table and food styling
• Sold in packs of six, suited to incremental stock building

One point worth noting: melamine is not suitable for use in conventional ovens and should not be used for hot-holding. It is fine for ambient and cold food presentation. The 165mm diameter positions this as a side plate or small starter plate rather than a main course plate.

This plate is best suited to operators running outdoor events, casual dining, or high-footfall venues where breakage resilience matters more than the weight and feel of fine china. For formal dining or hot food service directly from the kitchen pass, a ceramic alternative would be more appropriate.

If you are unsure whether melamine suits your service style or are looking to build a consistent tableware range across multiple pieces, our team is happy to talk it through with you.