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Steelite Maham Studio Carnaby Oval Plates Teal 202x152mm (24pk)

SKU: VV4642

£167.00(£200.40 inc VAT)
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The Steelite Carnaby oval plate is part of the Maham Studio range — a collection built around handcrafted-look finishes that work in a professional service context. Each plate is produced in vitrified stoneware with a reactive teal glaze, which means no two pieces are identical. The variation is intentional and is part of the design language, giving a considered, artisan aesthetic without sacrificing the consistency operators need across a table setting.

Vitrified stoneware is a practical choice for commercial use. It fires at high temperatures to produce a dense, low-porosity body that resists chipping and crazing better than standard earthenware, and it carries enough weight to feel substantial in the hand without being unwieldy. At 333g per plate, the Carnaby sits in a range that reads as quality to a diner without placing unnecessary strain on front-of-house staff during a busy service.

From an operational standpoint, the key advantages are straightforward:

  • Dishwasher safe construction holds up to high-volume pass-through and rack washing
  • Reactive glaze finish conceals minor surface wear better than solid-colour alternatives
  • Oval format suits plated starters, sharing boards, and structured main courses
  • Consistent pack sizing of 24 supports structured mise en place and par stock management
  • Vitrified body resists staining and odour absorption over repeated use

The oval format — approximately 202mm in length — positions this plate comfortably for starter portions, composed small plates, or as a secondary serving piece alongside a larger main plate. It is not a full main-course plate, and kitchens expecting to use it as a primary dinner plate for substantial portions should consider a larger format from the range.

This plate works well in restaurants, boutique hotels, and café environments where presentation carries weight and the team wants something that stands apart from standard white crockery without committing to a highly bespoke service style. If you are specifying crockery across multiple covers or need guidance on pack quantities relative to your service volume, our team is happy to talk it through.

Frequently asked questions

How does the reactive glaze affect consistency across a full table setting?

Reactive glazing is a process where the glaze shifts in tone and texture during firing, so each plate will differ slightly in shade and surface pattern. In practice, this reads as intentional and artisan rather than inconsistent — the variation is part of the design. If your service style requires very tight visual uniformity across every cover, this range may not be the right fit, and a standard solid-colour stoneware would be a more predictable choice.

Is this plate suitable as a main-course plate for a full dinner service?

At 202mm in length, the Carnaby oval is best used as a starter plate, a sharing or small-plates piece, or a secondary element alongside a larger main plate. It is not well suited as a standalone main-course plate for substantial portions, and kitchens intending to use it that way should look at a larger format within the Maham Studio range.

How does vitrified stoneware hold up in a high-volume dishwasher environment?

Vitrified stoneware is fired at higher temperatures than standard earthenware, producing a denser body with lower water absorption — this makes it more resistant to crazing and staining under repeated commercial washing. It performs reliably in pass-through and rack-type dishwashers, though as with all crockery, avoiding overcrowding racks and using appropriate commercial detergents will extend the usable life of the glaze and body.
Steelite Maham Studio Carnaby Oval Plates Teal 202x152mm (24pk)

£167.00(£200.40 inc VAT)

£167.00(£200.40 inc VAT)

The Steelite Carnaby oval plate is part of the Maham Studio range — a collection built around handcrafted-look finishes that work in a professional service context. Each plate is produced in vitrified stoneware with a reactive teal glaze, which means no two pieces are identical. The variation is intentional and is part of the design language, giving a considered, artisan aesthetic without sacrificing the consistency operators need across a table setting.

Vitrified stoneware is a practical choice for commercial use. It fires at high temperatures to produce a dense, low-porosity body that resists chipping and crazing better than standard earthenware, and it carries enough weight to feel substantial in the hand without being unwieldy. At 333g per plate, the Carnaby sits in a range that reads as quality to a diner without placing unnecessary strain on front-of-house staff during a busy service.

From an operational standpoint, the key advantages are straightforward:

  • Dishwasher safe construction holds up to high-volume pass-through and rack washing
  • Reactive glaze finish conceals minor surface wear better than solid-colour alternatives
  • Oval format suits plated starters, sharing boards, and structured main courses
  • Consistent pack sizing of 24 supports structured mise en place and par stock management
  • Vitrified body resists staining and odour absorption over repeated use

The oval format — approximately 202mm in length — positions this plate comfortably for starter portions, composed small plates, or as a secondary serving piece alongside a larger main plate. It is not a full main-course plate, and kitchens expecting to use it as a primary dinner plate for substantial portions should consider a larger format from the range.

This plate works well in restaurants, boutique hotels, and café environments where presentation carries weight and the team wants something that stands apart from standard white crockery without committing to a highly bespoke service style. If you are specifying crockery across multiple covers or need guidance on pack quantities relative to your service volume, our team is happy to talk it through.