Steelite Scape Bowls 180mm – Alumina Vitrified (Pack of 12)

Name: Steelite Scape Bowls 180mm – Alumina Vitrified (Pack of 12)
Brand: Steelite
SKU: VV695
Price: 168.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

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The Steelite Scape bowl is a 180mm round bowl produced in alumina vitrified ceramic — a material commonly specified for commercial tableware where durability and consistent appearance through repeated service cycles matter. The gently sloping walls and subtle surface texture give the bowl a distinctive profile without being decorative to the point of impracticality. The clean white glaze provides a neutral ground that suits a wide range of plating styles.

In a busy restaurant or bistro environment, tableware takes considerable punishment. Alumina vitrified ceramic is a well-regarded choice in this context — it is denser and harder-wearing than standard vitrified china, which helps it resist the daily impacts of stacking, racking through a commercial glasswasher, and general kitchen handling. Steelite back this with a lifetime edge chip warranty, which is a useful indicator of confidence in the product's resilience under genuine service conditions.

From an operational standpoint, the Scape bowl offers a few practical advantages worth noting:

Stackable profile reduces storage footprint in tight back-of-house areas
Consistent white glaze supports uniform presentation across covers
Alumina vitrified construction handles repeated high-temperature warewashing
Lifetime edge chip warranty reduces replacement costs over time
180mm diameter suits starter portions, desserts, and side dishes

This bowl is well suited to independent restaurants, hotel dining, and café operations where presentation matters and tableware is in continuous rotation. The 180mm size positions it as a versatile option for plated starters, desserts, or sharing sides rather than a main-course bowl. Operations with very high covers may want to consider whether a larger pack size would be more economical to purchase.

If you are unsure whether this size and format fits your menu style or cover volume, the team is happy to talk it through.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 180mm size appropriate for main courses, or is it better suited to smaller portions?

At 180mm in diameter, the Scape bowl is better positioned as a starter, dessert, or side dish bowl rather than a main-course option. It works well for plated portions that benefit from defined walls — such as soups, smaller sharing dishes, or composed desserts — but most main-course plating would call for something larger.

Can these bowls go through a commercial glasswasher or dishwasher without issue?

Alumina vitrified ceramic is specifically chosen for commercial tableware because it handles the high temperatures and chemical detergents used in commercial warewashing reliably. The Steelite Scape range is designed with continuous service rotation in mind, and the lifetime edge chip warranty reflects that expectation of heavy, repeated use.

How does a pack of 12 typically fit into a restaurant's tableware planning?

For most operations, tableware is bought in multiples that account for covers in service, items in the wash cycle, and a breakage buffer. A single pack of 12 suits smaller sites or operators topping up an existing set. Higher-volume restaurants typically purchase several packs to ensure adequate rotation without running short during a busy service.

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