Steelite Bead

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established vitrified china mug designed for consistent front-of-house beverage service. The maroon band detail runs around the upper section of the mug, giving it a defined, coordinated appearance that works equally well in traditional hotel dining rooms and more contemporary café or restaurant settings. These mugs are supplied in packs of 12, making them a practical choice when building or replenishing tableware stock.

Vitrified china is the standard choice for commercial beverage service because of its durability under the repeated thermal and mechanical stress of a busy operation — daily dishwasher cycles, handling by service staff, and the general wear of a working kitchen. The Bead mug holds up well in these conditions and is designed to maintain its appearance over a sustained period of use.

From an operational perspective, the maroon band provides a straightforward way to colour-code beverage service — useful in hotels or function venues running multiple services simultaneously, or where visual brand consistency across the table is important to the operator.

• Vitrified china construction for durability in commercial dishwasher cycles
• Maroon colour band for consistent, coordinated table presentation
• Pack of 12 suits stock builds and ongoing replenishment
• Suitable for café, hotel, restaurant, and contract catering environments
• Compatible with the broader Steelite Bead range for coordinated service

For lower-volume operations or where a smaller mug capacity is more appropriate, other options within the Steelite catalogue may be worth considering. Equally, higher-volume sites may benefit from larger case quantities.

If you're building out a full table setting or have questions about matching pieces within the Bead range, we're happy to help you piece it together before you order.

The Steelite Bead Maroon Band cup is a stackable vitrified china cup from Steelite's Bead range, distinguished by a bold maroon colour band. At 200ml it is a practical size for standard hot beverage service — suited to coffee, tea, and similar drinks across restaurant, hotel, and café environments.

Vitrified china is the standard material choice for busy food service operations. It is harder and more resistant to chipping than standard earthenware, holds temperature well during service, and withstands repeated commercial dishwasher cycles without significant glaze degradation. The stacking profile helps with storage and reduces handling time during setup and clearance.

The maroon band gives the range a consistent, recognisable look on the table, which is useful for operators who want to present a coherent cover without commissioning fully bespoke crockery. Steelite's glaze quality means the colour band retains its appearance through regular commercial use, though as with all coloured chinaware, heavily abrasive cleaning agents should be avoided.

• Stackable form reduces storage space and simplifies mise en place
• Vitrified china construction suited to high-frequency commercial dishwashing
• Maroon band provides consistent table presentation across the range
• Sold in packs of 12, practical for phased stock building or replacement

If you are fitting out a new venue or matching existing Bead range pieces, it is worth confirming that the cups align with your saucers and other Bead items before placing a larger order. The team are happy to help with range coordination or quantities.

The Steelite Bead Maroon Band oatmeal bowl is part of the established Bead range from Steelite, one of the more widely used vitrified china collections in UK hospitality. The bowl features a clean, rounded profile with a distinctive maroon colour band at the rim — a consistent decorative detail that gives operators a simple way to introduce a controlled element of colour into their tableware presentation without committing to a fully coloured piece.

Vitrified china is the material of choice for most commercial dining environments, and for good reason. It resists chipping and crazing better than standard earthenware under the repeated thermal cycling of commercial dishwashers, and the glaze holds up well under daily high-volume use. The maroon band is applied as part of the manufacturing process rather than surface-printed, which means it withstands repeated washing without fading or wear that would make pieces look inconsistent over time.

In practical terms, this bowl works well across a range of service contexts:

• Breakfast and brunch service for cereals, porridge, and granola
• Starter courses in formal or semi-formal dining
• Soup service where a wider, shallower profile suits the presentation
• Branded tableware schemes where the maroon band aligns with venue colours

The bowl is sold in packs of twelve, which suits both initial stock builds and top-up purchasing as attrition occurs over time. For operators running larger covers or multiple sites, it is worth considering your total bowl requirement across a full service cycle before placing a single order.

If you are building a broader table scheme around the Bead Maroon Band range or want to discuss quantities suited to your cover count, our team is happy to talk it through with you.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established vitrified china tableware line, and the Maroon Band variant adds a defined colour accent to the rim — a practical way to introduce visual consistency across a table setting or to differentiate courses without investing in entirely separate crockery ranges. The 240mm pasta plate sits at a practical size for pasta dishes, risottos, and composed starters where a wider, shallower profile helps presentation without the plate overwhelming the portion.

Vitrified china is the standard material choice for busy front-of-house operations. It fires at higher temperatures than standard ceramics, resulting in a denser, less porous body that resists chipping and crazing better under the repeated thermal cycling of commercial dishwashers. The Bead profile — a gently raised rim detail — provides a degree of structural reinforcement at the edge, which is typically where plates take the most damage in a busy pass or during stacking.

For operators, the practical advantages of this range include:

• Consistent colour band finish supports cohesive table presentation across covers
• Vitrified construction handles repeated high-temperature dishwasher cycles reliably
• 240mm diameter suits pasta, risotto, and composed starter portions
• Pack of 12 provides a practical replenishment or starter quantity for most services
• Stackable profile allows compact storage on shelving or in plate warmers

These plates are suitable for use in plate warmers and are dishwasher safe as standard with vitrified china. There are no particular installation or infrastructure requirements — the key operational consideration is ensuring your plate warmer capacity and dishwasher cycle times are matched to your cover count, so plates are clean and at service temperature when needed.

The Bead Maroon Band plate is well suited to restaurant and hotel dining operations looking for a defined, consistent table aesthetic without moving to a fully custom range. It works in both contemporary and more traditional dining settings. For very high-volume operations running multiple sittings, it is worth considering whether a larger pack quantity or a complementary set of covers, bowls, and side plates from the same range would better support a unified table setting.

If you are specifying tableware across a new or refurbished operation and want to talk through quantities, plate sizes, or how the Bead range fits alongside other pieces, we are happy to help you work through it.

The Steelite Bead Maroon Band coupe bowl is part of Steelite's established Bead range, produced in vitrified china with a distinctive maroon colour band running around the rim. The coupe profile — shallow and wide without a pronounced rim ledge — gives the bowl a clean, contemporary silhouette that works equally well in traditional dining rooms and modern restaurant settings.

Vitrified china is the standard material choice for high-turnover front-of-house service for good reason. It fires at higher temperatures than standard porcelain, producing a denser, less porous body that resists chipping and crazing under the repeated thermal cycling of commercial dishwashers. The maroon band is applied under a glaze layer rather than printed on the surface, which helps it hold its colour through heavy wash cycles over extended service life.

From an operational standpoint, this bowl suits a range of service styles:

• Suitable for soups, risottos, pasta dishes, and plated desserts
• The coupe shape gives chefs a clear plating canvas without a rim to work around
• Consistent sizing across packs simplifies portion control and presentation standards
• Dishwasher safe and robust enough for continuous high-volume use
• The maroon band provides a clear visual identity without requiring bespoke tableware

The bowls are sold in packs of 12, which suits standard front-of-house ordering and storage. One practical consideration: the maroon band places this firmly within a coordinated colour scheme, so operators should confirm it fits their existing tableware before ordering in volume. Mixing this with Steelite's other Bead Band colourways is common where operators want consistency of form with varied colour coding by course or section.

This bowl is well suited to restaurants, hotels, contract caterers, and banqueting operations looking for reliable, consistent tableware with a degree of visual character. If you are equipping a large operation or want to discuss coordinating across the wider Bead range, the team is happy to help you work through the options before you commit.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established tableware collection used widely across hotels, restaurants and café operations. These 150mm saucers carry a maroon colour band that runs cleanly around the bead detail, providing a defined visual accent that works equally well in traditional dining rooms and more contemporary settings. Made from vitrified china, they are built to the standard commercial operators expect from Steelite: consistent glaze, reliable dimensional accuracy, and the chip resistance that comes from proper vitrification.

In a busy beverage service, saucers take more handling than most pieces on the table — stacked, slid, knocked. Vitrified china holds up well under that kind of daily use, and the maroon band is applied in a way that maintains its appearance through repeated commercial dishwasher cycles without fading or lifting at the edges. These are practical working pieces, not decorative display items.

• Vitrified china construction resists chipping and crazing under daily commercial use
• Maroon colour band retains colour through repeated high-temperature dishwasher cycles
• Consistent sizing supports neat stacking and uniform presentation across service
• Sold in packs of 12, suited to incremental stock building or replacing breakages
• Pairs with other pieces in the Steelite Bead range for a cohesive table setting

There are no special installation considerations for tableware of this type, though it is worth confirming that your dishwasher is set to a cycle compatible with vitrified china to avoid thermal shock over time. The pack-of-12 format suits operators topping up existing Bead range stock or establishing a consistent colour scheme across a section.

These saucers are best suited to cafés, hotel lounges, restaurants and any operation where a co-ordinated beverage presentation matters. If you are building a full cover or matching across multiple Bead items, the team is happy to help you work out quantities and confirm compatibility across the range.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established vitrified china tableware collection designed for professional food service environments. This 165mm plate features a maroon colour band applied to the classic Bead profile — a restrained decorative detail that adds visual structure to a place setting without overpowering the food presentation. Sold in packs of twelve, it is sized and priced for practical stocking quantities in a working restaurant or private dining operation.

Vitrified china is the standard material for serious front-of-house tableware. It fires at high temperature to produce a dense, non-porous body that resists chipping, crazing, and staining under the repeated thermal shock of commercial dishwashing. At 283.5g, this plate has a solid, quality feel in the hand without being unwieldy for floor staff carrying multiple covers. The maroon band is applied consistently across the Bead range, so plates, bowls, and other pieces can be mixed within a cover to create a cohesive branded table.

• Vitrified china construction resists chipping and crazing under repeated commercial dishwashing
• Maroon colour band coordinates across the wider Bead range for consistent table presentation
• 165mm diameter suits bread, side dishes, and amuse-bouche presentations
• Pack of 12 provides practical stocking quantities for service without over-ordering
• Suitable for use in both traditional and contemporary dining room settings

At 165mm this plate is best understood as a side plate or bread plate rather than a main course plate. It is well suited to formal multi-course table settings where each cover carries a full complement of pieces, or to casual dining operations that want to elevate the bread and side presentation without changing their main plateware. The maroon band lends itself to traditional dining rooms, hotel restaurants, and private members' clubs, though it can work equally well in a contemporary setting where the colour is part of a deliberate brand palette.

If you are building a full table setting around the Bead Maroon Band pattern, or need to assess quantities for a specific cover count and service style, the team is happy to help you work through the range.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established choice in formal and mid-to-upper casual dining, and the Maroon band variant adds a defined colour accent that works as both a decorative frame and a practical means of coordinating tabletop presentation. These are side plates — at 202mm across and made from vitrified china, they are built for the demands of professional table service rather than domestic use.

Vitrified china is the standard material in serious front-of-house operations for good reason. It resists chipping more effectively than standard earthenware, handles the thermal stress of commercial dishwashers reliably, and holds its glaze over extended service life. The Maroon band is fired into the piece rather than applied as a surface decoration, which helps it withstand repeated warewashing without fading or lifting.

In practical terms, plates of this type suit a range of service contexts:

• Bread and side service in formal dining or banquet settings
• Structured tasting menus where consistent tabletop presentation matters
• Cover-plate coordination across a colour-banded range
• Hotel restaurant and private dining room service

The Bead profile has a raised edge detail that adds visual weight without significantly increasing stacking height — a consideration worth noting when planning storage in a busy pass or on a plate loft. Supplied in packs of 12, quantities should be planned to account for attrition over time, particularly in high-cover operations where plates cycle through service and warewashing multiple times per shift.

If you are building or refreshing a full table setting and want to discuss quantities, mixing with other pieces from the Bead range, or suitability for your service style, the team is happy to help you work through the options.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established vitrified china pattern used across hotel dining rooms, restaurants, and private members clubs. The maroon coloured band running to the rim of the plate adds a defined, deliberate detail that works with both traditional and contemporary table settings, providing a clear visual framing for plated dishes without overpowering them.

Vitrified china is the standard choice for professional front-of-house use, and for good reason. It handles the daily rigours of commercial dishwashing reliably, resists chipping better than standard earthenware, and holds its glaze over an extended service life. At 255mm, this plate sits comfortably as a starter or side plate depending on your cover format, though it can also serve as a main plate in lighter dining concepts.

From an operational standpoint, the Bead Maroon Band plates offer:

• A consistent, identifiable look that supports branded table presentation
• Vitrified construction suited to high-frequency commercial dishwasher cycles
• A plate size versatile enough for multiple courses depending on menu style
• Pack quantities that allow operators to build cover stock efficiently
• Compatibility with other pieces in the wider Steelite Bead range for a cohesive table setting

As with any front-of-house china, it is worth considering your breakage rate and the volume of covers you turn each service when deciding how many packs to hold in stock. The 255mm format may not suit all main course presentations, particularly where generous portion sizes or large garnish arrangements are involved.

These plates are most appropriate for restaurants, hotel dining, and catering operations looking for a clean, recognisable pattern with a touch of colour. If you are building out a full table setting or need guidance on quantities relative to your cover count, the team is happy to help you work through it before you order.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established coupe plate design used across hotel restaurants, private dining rooms, and formal banqueting operations. This variant features a maroon colour band — a distinctive detail that adds visual structure to the plate and supports a consistent, branded table presentation. At 285mm, these are full-sized dinner plates suitable for main course plating across a wide range of cuisines and serving styles.

Vitrified china construction is the standard material choice for commercial tableware that needs to perform reliably in a busy service environment. It resists chipping better than standard porcelain under repeated handling, stacking, and dishwasher cycling, and holds its glaze over sustained use. These plates are designed to go through a commercial dishwasher cycle after cycle without the colour band or finish deteriorating prematurely.

In operational terms, the Bead Maroon plates offer a number of practical advantages for front-of-house teams:

• The coupe profile provides a clean, uncluttered surface that supports modern plating techniques
• The maroon band acts as a consistent visual anchor, helping maintain table presentation standards across large covers
• Vitrified china construction is well suited to high-frequency commercial dishwasher use
• Uniform sizing within the Bead range makes stacking and storage straightforward
• Sold in packs of six, allowing operators to build stock in manageable quantities

These plates are sold in packs of six, which suits operations building an initial stock or supplementing an existing Bead range set. For high-volume banqueting or large restaurant operations running multiple sittings, it is worth considering the total cover count and breakage allowance when calculating order quantities — packs of six can accumulate quickly but planning ahead avoids shortfalls during service.

The Bead Maroon range is well suited to hotel dining rooms, private members clubs, and restaurants where a coordinated, formal table setting is part of the guest experience. It works particularly well in operations that use colour-banded tableware as a way to differentiate courses or dining areas. For more casual or high-throughput environments, a plainer or more robust profile may be a better fit.

If you are specifying tableware across a full dining room or want to confirm compatibility with other pieces in the Bead range, we are happy to help you work through the quantities and combinations before you order.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established vitrified china collection designed for professional table service. These 285mm plates carry the distinctive maroon band detailing that defines the Bead Bands series — a considered design choice that adds a clear visual structure to the place setting without overpowering the food presentation. The bead edge profile and colour band work together to frame dishes with a sense of proportion that suits both formal and contemporary dining environments.

Vitrified china is the practical standard for high-volume restaurant and hotel service. It fires at a higher temperature than standard ceramics, producing a denser, less porous body that resists chipping, crazing, and staining better over extended daily use. These plates are well suited to the demands of regular dishwasher cycles, stacking, and the general handling pressures of a busy pass or plate store.

• Maroon colour band provides consistent, branded presentation across covers
• Vitrified china construction handles repeated commercial dishwasher cycles reliably
• 285mm diameter gives a practical platform for main course plating
• Bead edge profile adds structural detail without affecting stackability
• Sold in packs of six, supporting phased purchasing or replacing breakages

As with all tableware, consider your existing collection before ordering. The maroon band is a specific design commitment — it works best when carried consistently across the table, so mixing with other band colours or plain white can look unintentional. The pack-of-six format is useful for building stock gradually or supplementing an existing Bead Maroon service.

These plates are best suited to restaurants, hotels, and private dining operations where a coordinated, branded table setting is part of the dining offer. If you are setting up a new tableware scheme or extending an existing Steelite Bead Maroon service, the team is happy to help you work out quantities and coordinate with other pieces in the range.

The Steelite Bead Black Band mug is part of Steelite's established Bead range, distinguished by a bold black colour band that provides a clean, defined look against the white vitrified china body. At 285ml, it sits comfortably in the standard mug bracket — large enough for a generous espresso-based drink or filter coffee, without being oversized for a more refined table setting.

Vitrified china is the material of choice across most professional front-of-house operations for good reason. It handles the thermal shock of commercial dishwashers reliably, resists chipping better than standard ceramics under everyday service conditions, and holds its glaze appearance through repeated wash cycles. The black band detail is applied in a way that withstands commercial warewashing without the fading or degradation that can affect printed or hand-applied decoration over time.

In practical terms, this mug suits a broad range of service styles:

• Café and coffee-shop counter service where a defined, consistent look matters
• Hotel breakfast and lounge service requiring a durable everyday piece
• Restaurant beverage service where presentation needs to hold up across a full day
• Staff canteen and workplace catering where longevity under heavy use is the priority

Sold in packs of 12, the quantity is practical for building or replenishing stock at a consistent pace. There are no installation requirements — vitrified china of this weight is straightforward to handle and store on standard shelving.

If you're selecting across a full table programme or need guidance on matching pieces within the Bead range, the team is happy to help you put together a set that works for your service style and volume.

The Steelite Bead Black Band cup is a vitrified china stacking cup from Steelite's Bead range, featuring a distinctive black colour band as a design detail. At 200ml, it sits comfortably in the standard espresso-based drink category, suitable for cappuccinos, flat whites, and similar café-style beverages. The stacking design keeps storage compact, which is a practical consideration in any busy back-of-house or counter environment.

Vitrified china is a practical choice for commercial tableware. It is appreciably harder and more chip-resistant than standard earthenware, which matters when cups are being handled at volume across multiple sittings throughout the day. The black band detail holds up well through commercial dishwasher cycles without the fading that can affect on-glaze decoration over time.

From an operational standpoint, these cups offer a few straightforward advantages:

• Stacking profile reduces storage footprint at the counter or in a cupboard
• Vitrified construction handles the thermal cycling of commercial dishwashers reliably
• Consistent sizing supports portion control and presentation standards across a team
• The black band provides a clean visual finish that works across both traditional and contemporary dining settings

These cups are sold in packs of 12, which suits operators looking to build or replenish stock incrementally. For higher-volume sites running multiple sittings or large banqueting covers, buying in greater multiples is worth considering to maintain a serviceable float through peak periods.

If you are building out a full table setting or matching these cups to other pieces in the Bead range, the team is happy to help you work through quantities and compatibility before you place an order.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established vitrified china collection designed for professional table service. These oatmeal bowls feature a clean, restrained profile with a bold black colour band that adds a degree of visual definition without overpowering the food presentation. The shape is practical and considered — wide enough to present a generous portion, with a form that suits both plated starters and informal breakfast service.

Vitrified china is the standard choice for high-turnover front-of-house operations. It fires at high temperature, which produces a dense, low-porosity body that resists chipping and staining better than earthenware alternatives. The Bead bowls hold up reliably through repeated dishwasher cycles, which matters in any operation running multiple covers a day.

In practical terms, the black band detail gives operators a straightforward way to introduce a consistent colour accent across a table setting without committing to fully coloured crockery. This makes the range useful for venues that want to coordinate across courses or complement darker linen and décor. The bowls are equally at home in a hotel breakfast operation, a neighbourhood bistro, or a more formal dining room.

• Clean lines and black band detail support a range of table settings
• Vitrified china body performs well through heavy dishwasher use
• Sold in packs of 12, practical for building or topping up covers
• Consistent with other pieces in the Steelite Bead Black range

If you are building out a full cover or matching across multiple bowl sizes and plates, it is worth confirming the pieces you need are available together. The team is happy to help work through quantities or range compatibility before you order.

The Steelite Bead Black Band pasta plate is a 240mm vitrified china plate from the Bead range, distinguished by a bold black colour band around the rim. The plate is intended for pasta and similar plated dishes and sits comfortably within both formal dining and contemporary restaurant settings. Each pack contains twelve plates.

Vitrified china is a practical choice for busy front-of-house environments. It is denser and more resistant to chipping than standard earthenware, holds up well through repeated commercial dishwasher cycles, and retains a clean, consistent appearance over time. The black band detailing stays crisp with normal operational use and does not require any special handling beyond standard commercial warewashing practice.

From an operational standpoint, the Bead Black Band plate offers a few practical advantages worth noting:

• Vitrified china construction resists chipping and crazing under heavy daily use
• Consistent 240mm diameter supports portion control and uniform plate presentation
• Black band detailing frames plated dishes cleanly without dominating the presentation
• Compatible with standard commercial dishwashers and high-temperature wash cycles
• Pack of 12 supports straightforward par stock management for most cover sizes

There are no particular installation or infrastructure requirements for tableware of this kind. Storage considerations are standard — plates stack securely and the 240mm diameter fits most conventional plate storage systems. Operators should confirm shelf and rack dimensions if working with tight back-of-house storage.

This plate is well suited to restaurants, hotel dining rooms, and event caterers looking for a refined table setting with a consistent, durable finish. For very high-volume operations requiring larger par stocks, it is worth discussing quantity requirements with us to ensure continuity of supply.

If you are putting together a full table setting or want to confirm how the Bead Black Band range works across different plate sizes, we are happy to help.

The Steelite Bead Black Band Coupe Bowl is a vitrified china bowl from Steelite's Bead collection, distinguished by a bold black colour band around the rim. The coupe profile — shallow sides with no distinct rim lip — keeps the focus on the food presentation rather than the vessel, while the black band provides a clean visual contrast that works well across a range of table styles.

Vitrified china is the practical choice for busy foodservice environments. It fires at higher temperatures than standard ceramics, producing a denser, harder body that resists chipping and crazing under the repeated thermal cycling of commercial dishwashing. These bowls are built to hold up through continuous daily service without the glaze deterioration that shorter-lived tableware can show within months.

In operational terms, the Bead Black Band range offers a few clear advantages for front-of-house:

• The coupe shape makes plating straightforward and consistent, useful for timed service passes
• Vitrified china withstands high-temperature commercial dishwashers without warping or dulling
• The bold black band reduces the visibility of minor wear marks that accumulate in high-rotation table settings
• A pack quantity of 12 supports sensible stock rotation without over-purchasing
• The neutral coupe format works across multiple menu styles, from starters to dessert courses

These bowls suit restaurants, hotel dining rooms, and brasseries where presentation standards are consistent and tableware is put through heavy daily rotation. If you're fitting out a larger operation or need a different profile within the Bead range, it's worth considering what quantities and formats best match your covers and wash cycle frequency.

If you're unsure whether this size and format fits your current table setup or service style, we're happy to talk it through before you commit to a quantity.

The Steelite Bead Black Band saucer is part of the established Bead range, finished with a bold black colour band that gives the piece a clean, defined look. Made from vitrified china, it offers the durability expected in busy commercial service environments whilst maintaining a presentable aesthetic across a range of cover styles.

In practical terms, vitrified china is a sensible choice for front-of-house beverage service. It handles the wear of daily stacking, commercial dishwasher cycles, and the knocks of a busy pass without deteriorating quickly. The black band detail holds up well through repeated washing, which matters when consistency of presentation is part of your service standard.

These saucers work well in settings where drinks presentation carries weight — hotel lounges, restaurant coffee service, café counters, and event catering. The 150mm format pairs appropriately with standard espresso and cappuccino cups within the Bead range, keeping the table setting proportionate.

• Vitrified china construction for day-to-day commercial durability
• Black band detail adds visual definition without being ornate
• Suitable for commercial dishwasher use
• Sold in packs of 12, practical for service planning and stock rotation
• Consistent with the wider Bead range for a cohesive table presentation

If you are building out a full table or beverage service in the Bead Black range, or need to match existing Steelite stock, our team is happy to help you work through quantities and compatibility before you order.

The Steelite Bead Black Band plate is a 165mm vitrified china side plate from Steelite's Bead range, distinguished by a bold black colour band around the rim. It is a compact plate suitable for bread, side dishes, petit fours, or amuse-bouche, and works as part of a coordinated table cover where the black band ties the place setting together visually.

Vitrified china is the standard choice for busy restaurant and hotel dining rooms because it withstands repeated commercial dishwasher cycles without significant crazing or colour fade. At 283.5g per plate, these are a practical weight — substantial enough to feel considered on the table without being unwieldy for front-of-house staff handling multiple covers.

The black band detail gives the range a degree of formality and precision that suits tasting menus, fine dining, and contemporary brasserie settings equally well. It also works in more traditional dining rooms where a clean, graphic accent reads as classic rather than trend-led.

• Vitrified china construction for durability in commercial dishwasher use
• Bold black band provides a consistent, coordinated table aesthetic
• 165mm diameter suitable for side plates, bread, and small courses
• Sold in packs of 12, suited to standard restaurant cover multiples
• Part of the wider Bead range, allowing matched place settings

If you are building or refreshing a full table cover in the Bead Black Band range, or need advice on quantities for your service volume, the team is happy to talk it through with you.

The Steelite Bead Black Band plate is a 203mm vitrified china side or starter plate finished with a bold black colour band around the rim. The Bead profile features a gentle raised edge detail that gives the plate a clean, structured appearance, while the black band provides a strong visual contrast against white table linen or dark placemats. It is sold in packs of twelve, which suits the purchasing patterns of most table-service operations.

Vitrified china is the standard material for serious front-of-house tableware in commercial settings. It withstands the thermal and mechanical demands of busy restaurant service — repeated dishwasher cycles, stacking in plate warmers, and daily handling by service staff — better than porcelain or stoneware alternatives. The glaze is hard-wearing and chip-resistant under normal conditions, though no ceramic is immune to damage in high-turnover operations where plates are handled at pace.

This plate works well as a side plate, bread plate, or starter plate depending on service style. The black band detail suits contemporary dining rooms, tasting menus, and hotel restaurants where plating presentation is a priority. It coordinates naturally with other pieces in the Bead Black range, making it straightforward to build a coherent table setting across courses.

• Strong visual definition suits fine dining and à la carte plating
• Vitrified china construction holds up well through intensive dishwasher use
• Consistent sizing across the range supports uniform table presentation
• Pack of twelve aligns with standard cover counts for table service

At 203mm this is a versatile smaller plate rather than a main course plate, so it is worth confirming it fits your intended use before ordering in volume. If you are building a full table setting or need guidance on cover quantities and breakage allowances, the team is happy to help work through the numbers with you.

The Steelite Bead Black Band plate is a 255mm vitrified china plate from the Bead range, distinguished by a bold black colour band around the rim. It is a mid-sized plate commonly used as a starter or dessert plate, though it sits comfortably in the main course position depending on portion style and cuisine format.

Vitrified china is the standard material for serious front-of-house tableware in commercial settings. It fires at higher temperatures than standard earthenware, producing a denser, harder body that resists chipping and crazing under the daily handling pressures of a busy restaurant environment — stackable service, commercial dishwashers, and high-turnover covers. The Bead range has an established reputation in UK hospitality, and this black-banded variant is well suited to operators who want a defined, graphic presentation aesthetic without moving to full coloured ware.

• Vitrified china construction resists chipping and crazing under heavy daily use
• Bold black rim band gives clean visual framing for plated dishes
• 255mm diameter suits starter, dessert, or lighter main course presentation
• Stackable profile supports efficient storage and service flow
• Compatible with standard commercial dishwasher cycles

The black band finish is fixed in the vitrification process, so it holds its colour through repeated commercial dishwasher cycles without fading or wearing in the way that applied surface decoration can. This makes it a practical choice for operators who want a consistent presentation standard across a large covers count over time.

Plates are sold in packs of 12, which suits initial stock builds or topping up existing sets. Operators running larger covers or higher-turnover services may want to consider the volume of stock required to maintain a full complement through a busy service and dishwasher turnaround. For very high-volume operations, building a deeper stock holding from the outset tends to reduce mid-service pressure.

If you are building a full table setting or matching the Bead Black Band range across multiple plate sizes, it is worth speaking with us to make sure the pieces you select work together across your cover layout and service style.

The Steelite Bead Black Band Coupe Plate is a 285mm vitrified china plate from the Bead range, finished with a bold black colour band around the rim. The coupe profile — a shallow, rimless shape with a clean curve from edge to centre — gives a modern, uncluttered presentation surface that works equally well with plated starters and main courses.

In service, vitrified china at this weight and size holds up well under the repetitive handling, stacking, and warewashing cycles of a busy restaurant or hotel kitchen. The black band provides a consistent, defined visual detail that holds its appearance over time when cared for correctly, making it a practical choice for operations where table presentation is part of the brand.

The coupe format suits a wide range of cuisines and plating styles, and the 285mm diameter gives chefs a reasonable canvas without the plate feeling oversized on a standard table cover. The black band adds definition without dominating, which means the plate works across both light and dark tablecloth settings.

• Vitrified china construction — durable under commercial warewashing conditions
• 285mm diameter suits starters and main courses without excess plate mass
• Black band detail provides consistent presentation across a full table setting
• Coupe profile gives a clean, contemporary plating surface
• Supplied in packs of 6, making quantity ordering straightforward

This plate is well suited to restaurants, hotel dining rooms, and event catering operations looking for a contemporary tableware piece with a distinctive but restrained finish. For operations requiring a full range match — side plates, bowls, or serving pieces — the broader Bead range carries compatible pieces across formats and sizes.

If you are building or replacing a table setting and want to talk through quantities, mix of pieces, or suitability for your service style, the team is happy to help.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established tableware collection built around a classic profile with a fine raised bead detail at the rim. This 285mm plate carries a black band colourway, giving it a clean, contemporary edge that works across a range of dining styles — from modern bistro settings to more formal restaurant covers. The plates are manufactured in vitrified china, which is the standard material of choice for serious front-of-house tableware in commercial environments.

Vitrified china is notably more durable than standard earthenware or porcelain alternatives. In practice, this means the plates hold up well to the mechanical stresses of a busy pass, commercial dishwasher cycles run multiple times per service, and the general handling volumes that come with high-cover operations. The Bead profile's glaze is consistent and chip-resistant under normal service conditions, which matters when you're running dozens of covers and plates are moving quickly between kitchen, table, and wash.

From an operational standpoint, the 285mm size positions these as a versatile main course or presentation plate — large enough to plate generously without crowding, and a practical fit for most standard crockery storage and dishwasher racks.

• Vitrified china construction for commercial durability and longevity
• Black band detailing suits contemporary and formal dining aesthetics
• 285mm diameter handles a broad range of main course plating styles
• Sold in packs of six, practical for staged stock building
• Compatible with standard commercial dishwasher cycles

These plates are sold in packs of six, which suits operators looking to build or top up stock incrementally. For larger openings or high-turnover sites requiring full covers from the outset, it's worth considering the quantity needed across all sittings before ordering.

If you're putting together a full tableware specification or want to discuss quantities and complementary pieces within the Bead range, the team is happy to help you work through it.

The Steelite Bead Truffle mug is a well-proportioned, vitrified china mug from Steelite's established Bead range. The Truffle colourway — a warm, muted grey-brown — gives the piece a restrained, contemporary look that sits comfortably across a range of front-of-house styles, from informal café settings to more considered dining environments. Sold in packs of twelve, it is priced and packaged for commercial use from the outset.

Vitrified china is the standard for serious front-of-house crockery in commercial settings. The vitrification process produces a dense, low-porosity body that resists chipping and crazing under the thermal stress of continuous commercial dishwasher cycles. For operators running high beverage covers, that durability translates directly into a longer service life and lower replacement frequency compared with lighter earthenware alternatives.

The Bead range takes its name from the fine raised detailing that runs around the rim — a subtle design element that adds grip and a sense of quality without drawing attention away from the colourway. At 285ml, the mug is well suited to standard espresso-based drinks such as flat whites, cortados, and short lattes, as well as filter coffee and tea service where a smaller, neater presentation is preferred over a large handled mug.

• Vitrified china body for durability under commercial dishwasher use
• Truffle colourway works across contemporary and classic front-of-house schemes
• 285ml capacity suits espresso-based drinks and standard tea and coffee service
• Bead detailing adds tactile quality without overcomplicating the design
• Pack of 12 makes it straightforward to build or top up a service set

If you are building a full cover set or matching across multiple pieces in the Bead range, it is worth confirming quantities and any available colourway options before ordering. The team is happy to help work through what you need.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established vitrified china collection designed for consistent front-of-house use in commercial hospitality settings. The Truffle colourway gives the Bead profile a warm, muted tone that sits comfortably in both contemporary and more traditional dining environments. These stacking cups are supplied in packs of twelve, making them practical to introduce into an existing crockery rotation or to build out a new cover set.

Vitrified china is the standard material choice for busy food service operations — it withstands repeated commercial dishwasher cycles, resists chipping better than standard earthenware, and holds its glaze appearance over sustained use. The stacking design is a practical consideration for back-of-house storage, reducing bench space required between service periods and making retrieval straightforward during a busy pass.

The Truffle colourway works well alongside neutral table linen and natural-tone tableware, and the understated Bead detailing adds enough visual interest without competing with plated food presentation. These cups are commonly used for espresso-based drinks, hot beverages, and pre-dessert or amuse-bouche service where a compact, handled vessel is appropriate.

A few practical points worth considering: the 200ml capacity positions these as a standard cup size rather than a large mug, so they suit filter coffee, flat whites, and similar drinks rather than larger-serve beverages. The stacking profile means matching saucers should be confirmed separately to ensure the combination works on the floor. As with all vitrified china, avoiding metal utensil contact and using appropriate rack systems in the dishwasher will extend the life of the glaze.

These cups are well suited to cafés, hotel dining rooms, restaurant dessert or beverage service, and private dining settings. If your operation requires a significantly higher opening stock or a different capacity, it is worth reviewing the broader Steelite range.

If you are building out a full cover specification or matching to an existing Bead pattern, our team is happy to talk through what quantities and complementary pieces would suit your service — feel free to get in touch before placing your order.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established vitrified china collection, and the Truffle colourway — a warm, muted grey-oatmeal tone — gives it a distinctly relaxed, Scandinavian-influenced feel. These 165mm oatmeal bowls sit comfortably between a side bowl and a full serving bowl, making them a practical choice for breakfast cereals, soups, and lighter dessert dishes across a range of dining formats.

Vitrified china is the standard material for commercial tableware for good reason. It handles repeated high-temperature dishwasher cycles reliably, resists chipping better than standard ceramics, and maintains a consistent finish over sustained daily use. The Bead profile — with its gently beaded rim — gives the range enough visual detail to work in a contemporary setting without dating quickly or looking out of place in more traditional dining rooms.

From an operational standpoint, the Truffle colourway is a practical choice as well as an aesthetic one. Lighter glaze tones tend to show food presentation clearly, while the warm grey avoids the stark clinical feel of pure white — useful where operators want a slightly more relaxed table setting without committing to a strong colour palette.

• Vitrified china construction for reliable durability through repeated dishwasher cycles
• Neutral Truffle colourway works across contemporary and traditional dining settings
• Versatile 165mm size suits breakfast, soup, and dessert service
• Beaded rim detail adds visual interest without complicating stacking or storage
• Sold in packs of 12, practical for managing cover counts and breakage stock

These bowls are best suited to cafés, hotel breakfast operations, bistros, and casual dining restaurants. If your service volume demands a larger bowl or a more heavily reinforced edge profile, it is worth discussing your full tableware requirements before committing to a range.

If you are building out a table setting or matching across a range, the team are happy to talk through what works together — feel free to get in touch.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established vitrified china collection built for commercial front-of-house use. The Truffle colourway — a warm, muted grey-brown — gives the Bead profile a Scandinavian character that sits comfortably in both contemporary dining rooms and more traditional settings. These 240mm pasta plates are proportioned for main-course pasta, risotto, and similar dishes where a defined rim keeps presentation contained without restricting the bowl area.

Vitrified china is the material of choice in most professional kitchens because it withstands the daily mechanical stress of commercial dishwashers, stacking, and busy pass environments far better than earthenware or standard porcelain. The Truffle glaze on the Bead range holds its colour reliably under repeated high-temperature wash cycles, which matters on a coloured or tonal piece where fading would compromise the look over time.

From an operational standpoint, the Bead Truffle plates offer a few practical advantages worth noting:

• Vitrified construction resists chipping along the bead rim during stacking and handling
• The neutral Truffle tone works across a range of food styles without competing with plating colours
• Sold in packs of 12, making it straightforward to build or replenish covers in multiples
• Consistent sizing supports uniform presentation across a section

These plates are sold in packs of 12, which suits most operators looking to top up an existing Bead Truffle cover set or introduce the range in manageable quantities. At 776.8g per plate, they have a solid feel in hand without being unwieldy for front-of-house staff carrying stacked covers. There are no special storage requirements, though as with all rimmed coloured pieces, care with stacking height will prolong the glaze finish.

The Bead Truffle pasta plate is well suited to mid-to-high-end casual dining, bistros, and hotel restaurants where a cohesive, tonal table setting is a priority. For operations running higher cover counts or seeking a full Bead Truffle cover — including side plates, bowls, and flatware — the broader range is worth considering to maintain consistency across the table.

If you're building a new cover or matching into an existing Steelite scheme, we're happy to talk through quantities and complementary pieces before you order.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established vitrified china collection that has been a consistent choice for restaurant and hotel table service for a number of years. The Truffle colourway — a warm, muted grey-brown tone with Scandinavian undertones — gives the Bead range a quiet, contemporary character that sits equally comfortably in traditional dining rooms and modern restaurant settings. The coupe profile, with its shallow, wide bowl and clean rim, is a practical shape for plating composed starters, desserts, and pasta dishes where presentation matters.

Vitrified china is the standard material for serious front-of-house tableware in busy hospitality operations. It is fired at high temperature to produce a dense, hard body that resists chipping under daily service conditions and holds up reliably through repeated commercial dishwasher cycles. The Truffle glaze is consistent in colour and finish across the range, which is an important practical consideration for operators who need to mix and replenish stock over time without noticeable variation between batches.

From an operational standpoint, the Bead Truffle coupe bowls offer:

• A wide, shallow profile that supports clean, structured plating without crowding the dish
• Vitrified china construction that withstands the thermal stress of commercial dishwashing
• A neutral colourway that works across a range of menu styles and table settings
• A consistent glaze finish that makes restocking and batch mixing straightforward
• Pack quantity of 12, suited to standard restaurant par-stock planning

These bowls are well suited to restaurants, hotel restaurants, and contract catering operations where a coordinated, considered table setting is part of the overall guest experience. The 252mm diameter is a practical all-round size for first courses and desserts. Operators running larger covers or higher-volume banqueting may want to consider whether a larger pack format or additional complementary pieces from the Bead Truffle range would better suit their restocking approach.

If you are building out a full table setting or unsure which pieces from the Bead Truffle collection best suit your cover count and menu style, our team is happy to help you work through the options.

The Steelite Bead Truffle saucer is part of the Bead range — a clean, understated pattern characterised by a simple bead detail around the rim. The Truffle colourway gives the piece a warm, muted grey tone that sits comfortably alongside both contemporary and more traditional table settings. Supplied in packs of 12, these saucers are manufactured in vitrified china, the standard material for professional front-of-house tableware in commercial environments.

Vitrified china is well regarded in busy hospitality settings for its resistance to chipping and crazing under the repeated heat cycling and mechanical handling that comes with high-volume service. These saucers are well suited to daily commercial use across cafés, restaurants, hotels and contract catering operations where tableware needs to perform consistently over time rather than simply look good on day one.

• Vitrified china construction — proven durability in commercial dishwasher cycles
• Truffle colourway provides a neutral, versatile base for varied table schemes
• Bead rim detail adds character without compromising stackability
• Consistent sizing supports coordinated presentation across covers
• Pack of 12 — practical quantity for most table mise-en-place requirements

There are no unusual storage or handling requirements beyond standard tableware practice. The 150mm diameter is appropriate for use with espresso, cappuccino and small teacup formats, though operators should confirm cup-to-saucer compatibility before committing to a full order. Steelite produce the Bead range across a range of pieces, so building a coordinated set across cup sizes, plates and accompanying items is straightforward.

These saucers are best suited to operators who want a polished, neutral aesthetic without strong pattern work. Sites with higher cover volumes may want to consider pack quantities carefully when calculating par levels for continuous service. If you are building out a full table scheme or need guidance on coordinating pieces within the Bead range, our team is happy to help you work through the options.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established tableware collection built around a classic beaded rim profile. In the Truffle colourway — a warm, muted grey-tone glaze — the range takes on a quieter, more contemporary character that sits comfortably alongside both traditional and modern table settings. These 165mm plates are proportioned for use as side plates, bread plates, or smaller dessert presentations.

Vitrified china is the standard choice for busy food service environments for good reason. It fires at high temperature to produce a dense, low-absorption body that resists chipping, staining, and the repeated thermal cycling of commercial dishwashers. In day-to-day service this translates to crockery that holds its appearance across a full season of heavy use rather than showing wear within the first few months.

Practically, this plate works well across a range of settings:

• Side plate or bread plate cover for table d'hôte and à la carte service
• Sharing boards and small accompaniment presentations
• Dessert plating at smaller portion sizes
• Café and bistro all-day covers where a versatile side plate is needed throughout service

At 283.5g per plate the Bead is a considered weight — substantial enough to feel quality in the hand without being cumbersome for front-of-house staff handling multiple covers. Sold in packs of 12, quantities suit both initial range trials and ongoing stock replenishment.

If you are building out a full table setting and want to confirm the Bead Truffle range extends across the plate sizes, bowls, and serving pieces you need, the team is happy to walk through the full collection with you before you place an order.

The Steelite Bead range is a well-established vitrified china flatware collection that balances a classic rimmed profile with a restrained, contemporary aesthetic. The Truffle colourway — a warm, muted grey-toned finish — gives the range a distinctly Nordic quality that works comfortably in both traditional dining rooms and modern restaurant environments. These 202mm plates are a versatile side plate or starter plate size, practical across a wide range of cover styles and menu types.

Vitrified china is the standard choice for commercial tableware for good reason. It tolerates the rigours of busy service — repeated dishwasher cycles, stacking, and the general handling of a high-volume kitchen — without the chipping and crazing that affects lower-fired ceramics over time. Steelite's manufacturing standards are well regarded within the trade, and the Bead range has the durability expected for front-of-house use in professional environments.

From an operational standpoint, the Truffle finish offers a few practical advantages worth noting:

• The neutral grey tone provides a versatile base that suits a wide range of food presentation styles
• Vitrified china construction supports regular commercial dishwasher use without rapid glaze degradation
• The bead rim detail adds visual interest without complicating stacking or storage
• Sold in packs of 12, making it straightforward to order in multiples to match cover counts

These plates require no special storage considerations beyond standard crockery handling. As with all vitrified china, avoiding metal scourers and abrasive cleaning agents will help preserve the glaze finish over time. The Truffle colourway is part of a wider Steelite Bead collection, so matching pieces across different sizes and formats are available if you're building or extending a table setting.

This size is well suited to smaller starter or side plate applications in restaurants, hotels, and private dining operations. For establishments requiring a full tableware scheme or larger plate formats for main course presentation, the Bead Truffle range extends to additional sizes that may be worth considering alongside this piece.

If you're putting together a complete table setting or need guidance on quantities for your cover count, we're happy to help you work through the options.