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Steelite Terramesa Olive Spice Plates 150mm (Pack of 36)

SKU: V7163

£357.00(£428.40 inc VAT)
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The Steelite Terramesa Spice Plate is a 150mm side plate from Steelite's Terramesa range, produced in an olive colourway with a hand-finished, textured reactive glaze edge. It is made from alumina vitrified ceramic, a material widely used in commercial tableware for its resistance to the stresses of everyday professional service.

In practice, alumina vitrified ceramic performs well in high-turnover environments. It is harder and denser than standard vitrified china, which means it holds up better against the repeated handling, stacking, and mechanical washing that plates endure across multiple service periods each day. The reactive glaze finish adds character to the table presentation without compromising durability — each piece carries slight natural variation, which suits the craft-influenced aesthetic the Terramesa range is designed around.

Key practical points for operators considering this range:

  • Alumina vitrified body offers strong resistance to chipping and cracking under daily commercial use
  • Hand-finished reactive glaze edge gives each plate individual character while remaining dishwasher-safe
  • Olive colourway works well alongside neutral linens and natural table settings
  • Sold in packs of 36, suited to stocking full covers or building a working reserve
  • Lifetime edge chip warranty from Steelite provides long-term reassurance on replacement costs

As a 150mm plate, this is best used as a side, bread, or amuse-bouche plate rather than a main course piece. The pack quantity of 36 makes it practical for mid-sized restaurants, hotels, or contract catering operations that need consistent cover numbers without ordering by the dozen. Operations running larger volumes across multiple sittings may want to consider whether additional packs are needed to maintain a working reserve through peak service and washing cycles.

If you are building out a full table setting within the Terramesa range or want to discuss quantities across different plate sizes, we are happy to help you work through what you need.

Frequently asked questions

How does alumina vitrified ceramic compare to standard vitrified china in a busy service environment?

Alumina vitrified ceramic is denser and harder than standard vitrified china, making it more resistant to the chipping, cracking, and surface wear that comes with high-volume stacking, handling, and frequent mechanical washing. For operations running multiple sittings a day, it tends to hold up noticeably better over time, which is reflected in Steelite's decision to back this range with a lifetime edge chip warranty.

Is a pack of 36 the right quantity for my operation, or should I order more?

That depends on your cover count and how quickly plates cycle through washing. As a rough guide, most operators aim to hold two to three times their seated cover count in working stock to account for plates in service, in the wash, and in reserve. If you are running 40 or more covers across back-to-back sittings, ordering more than a single pack of 36 from the outset is worth considering.

Can these plates go straight into a commercial dishwasher, and does the reactive glaze hold up?

Yes, the plates are designed for commercial dishwasher use, and the reactive glaze finish is intended to withstand the temperatures and detergents used in professional warewashing. The natural variation in the glaze is inherent to how the plates are produced and does not indicate inconsistent quality — it is part of the design character of the Terramesa range.
Steelite Terramesa Olive Spice Plates 150mm (Pack of 36)

£357.00(£428.40 inc VAT)

£357.00(£428.40 inc VAT)

The Steelite Terramesa Spice Plate is a 150mm side plate from Steelite's Terramesa range, produced in an olive colourway with a hand-finished, textured reactive glaze edge. It is made from alumina vitrified ceramic, a material widely used in commercial tableware for its resistance to the stresses of everyday professional service.

In practice, alumina vitrified ceramic performs well in high-turnover environments. It is harder and denser than standard vitrified china, which means it holds up better against the repeated handling, stacking, and mechanical washing that plates endure across multiple service periods each day. The reactive glaze finish adds character to the table presentation without compromising durability — each piece carries slight natural variation, which suits the craft-influenced aesthetic the Terramesa range is designed around.

Key practical points for operators considering this range:

  • Alumina vitrified body offers strong resistance to chipping and cracking under daily commercial use
  • Hand-finished reactive glaze edge gives each plate individual character while remaining dishwasher-safe
  • Olive colourway works well alongside neutral linens and natural table settings
  • Sold in packs of 36, suited to stocking full covers or building a working reserve
  • Lifetime edge chip warranty from Steelite provides long-term reassurance on replacement costs

As a 150mm plate, this is best used as a side, bread, or amuse-bouche plate rather than a main course piece. The pack quantity of 36 makes it practical for mid-sized restaurants, hotels, or contract catering operations that need consistent cover numbers without ordering by the dozen. Operations running larger volumes across multiple sittings may want to consider whether additional packs are needed to maintain a working reserve through peak service and washing cycles.

If you are building out a full table setting within the Terramesa range or want to discuss quantities across different plate sizes, we are happy to help you work through what you need.