Utopia Pure White Rectangular Plates 210x350mm Pack of 12
Product Description
These rectangular plates are part of Utopia's Pure White collection, a range of fully vitrified porcelain tableware developed for consistent performance in commercial foodservice environments. The rectangular format suits plated...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Dimensions
- 24(H) x 210(W) x 350(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Rectangular
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Product Description
These rectangular plates are part of Utopia's Pure White collection, a range of fully vitrified porcelain tableware developed for consistent performance in commercial foodservice environments. The rectangular format suits plated presentation styles common in contemporary restaurants, bistros, and hotel dining, where a longer plate gives chefs more scope for composed dishes.
Fully vitrified porcelain is a practical choice for high-turnover operations. The dense, non-porous structure resists water absorption, which has hygiene implications in environments where crockery cycles through service, washing, and storage multiple times a day. The range carries the British Hotelware Standard BS4034 accreditation, confirming the material meets recognised criteria for water absorption resistance in catering use.
From a practical standpoint, these plates offer a number of day-to-day operational advantages:
- Dishwasher safe, supporting fast turnaround between covers
- Microwave safe, useful where plated dishes require brief reheating
- Vitrified construction resists chipping better than standard earthenware under daily commercial use
- Plain white finish works across varied menu styles without the need for multiple plate ranges
- Sold in packs of 12, making stock management straightforward
At 1.17kg per plate, these are a reasonably substantial piece of crockery — worth considering when assessing handling during service and the load placed on dishwasher racks. The rectangular shape also requires slightly more considered rack stacking than round plates.
These plates are well suited to independent restaurants, hotel restaurants, and function venues where presentation matters and durability under regular machine washing is a priority. For very high-volume operations running multiple sittings daily, it is worth discussing quantity requirements and breakage allowances before committing to an opening stock level.
If you are building out a full table setting or want to talk through quantities for your operation, the team is happy to help.
Key Features
- Fully vitrified porcelain construction with BS4034 water absorption accreditation
- Rectangular 210x350mm format suited to contemporary plated presentation
- Dishwasher safe for fast commercial turnaround between covers
- Microwave safe construction supports brief reheating where required
- Supplied in packs of 12 for straightforward stock and breakage management
Operational Benefits
- Non-porous vitrified body supports hygiene standards in high-turnover operations
- Durable construction reduces replacement frequency compared to standard earthenware
- Neutral white finish accommodates varied menu styles without changing crockery ranges
- Dishwasher compatibility keeps plate turnaround efficient during busy service periods
- Recognised BS4034 accreditation provides confidence for hotel and catering buyers
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Dimensions
- 24(H) x 210(W) x 350(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Rectangular
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 1.17kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes — the fully vitrified porcelain construction is designed to withstand repeated commercial dishwasher cycles. The BS4034 accreditation specifically reflects the material's low water absorption, which is relevant to both hygiene and long-term durability under frequent washing.
- That depends on your cover count, number of sittings, and dishwasher turnaround time. As a general rule, most operators plan for at least two to three times their peak cover count to allow for plates in use, in the wash, and in reserve. If you want to talk through the numbers for your specific operation, our team can help you work out a sensible opening quantity.
- Rectangular plates require slightly more attention when loading commercial dishwasher racks, as they do not stack as naturally as round plates. It is worth checking rack compatibility with your existing dishwasher, particularly if you are running a pass-through machine with fixed rack dimensions. At 1.17kg each, staff should also be comfortable handling the weight during plating and clearing.