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Steelite Performance
Steelite Off Grid Studio Fire Plates Smoke 170mm (24 Pack)
£301.00(£361.20 inc VAT)
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The Off Grid Studio Fire plate is a porcelain side or starter plate designed by potter Sam Gordon for Steelite Performance. The range draws on the visual language of wood-fired ceramics — intentionally reactive glazing, subtle colour variation, and uneven edge character — to produce a piece that reads as handcrafted while being manufactured to the tolerances and durability standards that commercial service demands. The Smoke colourway sits in a muted, earthy palette that works across a wide range of plating styles.
In practical terms, the Fire plate performs as a reliable everyday workhorse. The porcelain body is built to resist the routine wear that comes with high-cover service — chipping at the rim, surface staining, and the general attrition of a busy wash cycle. The semi-matte glaze retains its character through repeated dishwasher use without the surface degradation that can flatten the appearance of reactive finishes over time.
Key practical points for operators:
- Dishwasher safe — suitable for high-temperature commercial glasswashers and dishwashers
- Oven, microwave and freezer compatible, supporting flexible prep and service workflows
- Reactive glaze finish means no two plates are identical, adding visual interest to the table
- Supplied in a catering pack of 24, practical for stocking a section or buffet station
- Porcelain construction resists staining and everyday knocks better than earthenware alternatives
As a 170mm plate, this sits at the smaller end of the dining plate range — well suited to bread, amuse-bouche, petit fours, or sharing plates rather than as a primary dining plate for mains. It is worth considering your cover count and breakage replacement requirements when deciding how many packs to order; Steelite's ranges typically offer broader size options if a larger or smaller format is needed.
If you are building a full table setting around the Off Grid Studio collection or need guidance on pack quantities for your service style, the team is happy to help you work through it.
Frequently asked questions
Are these plates suitable for use in a commercial dishwasher?
Yes. The porcelain construction and semi-matte glaze are designed to withstand repeated commercial dishwasher cycles. The reactive finish is durable enough to retain its character through high-temperature wash programmes without significant surface degradation.
How many packs would a typical restaurant need to stock for a section?
That depends on your cover count, turnover speed and how aggressively you want to buffer against breakage. As a general guide, most operators aim to hold two to three times the number of covers in any given plate size to allow for washing cycles and attrition. If you are unsure, it is worth talking through your service pattern before ordering.
Does the reactive glaze mean there will be noticeable variation between plates in the same pack?
Yes, intentionally so. The Off Grid Studio Fire range is designed so each piece carries its own subtle colour shifts and edge detail, reflecting the aesthetic of hand-thrown, wood-fired ceramics. In practice, the variation is consistent enough in tone that plates present well together on a table, but no two will be identical.
£301.00(£361.20 inc VAT)
£301.00(£361.20 inc VAT)
The Off Grid Studio Fire plate is a porcelain side or starter plate designed by potter Sam Gordon for Steelite Performance. The range draws on the visual language of wood-fired ceramics — intentionally reactive glazing, subtle colour variation, and uneven edge character — to produce a piece that reads as handcrafted while being manufactured to the tolerances and durability standards that commercial service demands. The Smoke colourway sits in a muted, earthy palette that works across a wide range of plating styles.
In practical terms, the Fire plate performs as a reliable everyday workhorse. The porcelain body is built to resist the routine wear that comes with high-cover service — chipping at the rim, surface staining, and the general attrition of a busy wash cycle. The semi-matte glaze retains its character through repeated dishwasher use without the surface degradation that can flatten the appearance of reactive finishes over time.
Key practical points for operators:
- Dishwasher safe — suitable for high-temperature commercial glasswashers and dishwashers
- Oven, microwave and freezer compatible, supporting flexible prep and service workflows
- Reactive glaze finish means no two plates are identical, adding visual interest to the table
- Supplied in a catering pack of 24, practical for stocking a section or buffet station
- Porcelain construction resists staining and everyday knocks better than earthenware alternatives
As a 170mm plate, this sits at the smaller end of the dining plate range — well suited to bread, amuse-bouche, petit fours, or sharing plates rather than as a primary dining plate for mains. It is worth considering your cover count and breakage replacement requirements when deciding how many packs to order; Steelite's ranges typically offer broader size options if a larger or smaller format is needed.
If you are building a full table setting around the Off Grid Studio collection or need guidance on pack quantities for your service style, the team is happy to help you work through it.
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