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Steelite Off Grid Studio Fire Plates Ember 260mm (12 Pack)
£184.00(£220.80 inc VAT)
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The Off Grid Studio Fire plate is part of a range designed by potter Sam Gordon, drawing on the visual character of traditional wood-fired ceramics. The intention is to replicate the organic quality of hand-crafted pottery — reactive surface effects, subtle tonal variation, and irregular edge detail — within a format built to withstand the demands of professional table service. These plates are supplied in the Ember colourway in a pack of twelve, each measuring 260mm in diameter.
The porcelain body gives each piece a practical durability that belies its artisan appearance. The semi-matte glaze is resistant to staining and surface wear, which matters in a busy dining environment where plates cycle through service, dishwashers, and stacking multiple times a day. The reactive finish also means minor surface variation between pieces is part of the design, not a quality concern — something worth communicating to front-of-house staff.
From a practical standpoint, these plates are well suited to operators who want a handmade aesthetic without sacrificing operational reliability. Key points worth noting:
- Suitable for dishwasher, microwave, oven, and freezer use
- Porcelain construction resists chipping and staining under regular service conditions
- Reactive glaze produces natural variation — each piece is visually distinct
- Sold in packs of twelve, which suits bulk ordering for restaurant covers
- Semi-matte finish holds well under repeated commercial washing cycles
These plates are a sensible choice for restaurants, bistros, and hotels looking to introduce a craft-led aesthetic to their table setting without moving to fragile or impractical pieces. The 260mm diameter makes them versatile across starters, mains, and sharing plates depending on the menu format.
If you're building a full table setting around the Off Grid Studio range or need guidance on cover counts and pack quantities for your service, the team is happy to help you work through the numbers.
Frequently asked questions
Are these plates robust enough for high-volume restaurant service?
Yes — the porcelain body is designed to handle the rigours of commercial use, including repeated dishwasher cycles, stacking, and regular handling. The reactive glaze is semi-matte rather than a delicate hand-painted finish, so it holds up well under the conditions typical of a busy dining operation.
Will pieces from different packs match visually?
The reactive nature of the glaze means each piece carries its own subtle variation in tone and surface detail — that is intentional to the Off Grid Studio design. Within the Ember colourway, pieces will share the same overall character and work well together on a table, but exact matches between individual plates should not be expected. This is worth factoring in when ordering replacement stock over time.
How many packs would a typical restaurant need to order?
A common starting point is to hold two to three times your cover count to allow for pieces in service, in the wash, and in reserve — so a 40-cover restaurant might look at four to six packs as a working quantity. If you'd like to talk through what makes sense for your specific operation, our team can help you arrive at the right figure.
£184.00(£220.80 inc VAT)
£184.00(£220.80 inc VAT)
The Off Grid Studio Fire plate is part of a range designed by potter Sam Gordon, drawing on the visual character of traditional wood-fired ceramics. The intention is to replicate the organic quality of hand-crafted pottery — reactive surface effects, subtle tonal variation, and irregular edge detail — within a format built to withstand the demands of professional table service. These plates are supplied in the Ember colourway in a pack of twelve, each measuring 260mm in diameter.
The porcelain body gives each piece a practical durability that belies its artisan appearance. The semi-matte glaze is resistant to staining and surface wear, which matters in a busy dining environment where plates cycle through service, dishwashers, and stacking multiple times a day. The reactive finish also means minor surface variation between pieces is part of the design, not a quality concern — something worth communicating to front-of-house staff.
From a practical standpoint, these plates are well suited to operators who want a handmade aesthetic without sacrificing operational reliability. Key points worth noting:
- Suitable for dishwasher, microwave, oven, and freezer use
- Porcelain construction resists chipping and staining under regular service conditions
- Reactive glaze produces natural variation — each piece is visually distinct
- Sold in packs of twelve, which suits bulk ordering for restaurant covers
- Semi-matte finish holds well under repeated commercial washing cycles
These plates are a sensible choice for restaurants, bistros, and hotels looking to introduce a craft-led aesthetic to their table setting without moving to fragile or impractical pieces. The 260mm diameter makes them versatile across starters, mains, and sharing plates depending on the menu format.
If you're building a full table setting around the Off Grid Studio range or need guidance on cover counts and pack quantities for your service, the team is happy to help you work through the numbers.
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