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APS Element Squared Melamine Dish

SKU: FB803

£3.41(£4.09 inc VAT)

Size: 90 x 70mm
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The APS Element Squared Dish is a small melamine serving dish designed for buffet counters, sharing plates and table display work. The concrete-effect finish gives it a contemporary, matte appearance that works well alongside natural materials such as slate, wood and linen. It comes in two sizes: 90 x 70mm and 105 x 105mm. Choose your size from the dropdown.

Melamine is a well-established material in catering environments. It is lighter than ceramic, resistant to chipping under normal service conditions, and straightforward to clean. It is not suitable for use in a microwave or oven, and prolonged exposure to high dishwasher temperatures can affect the surface over time, so a gentle dishwasher cycle or hand washing is the better approach.

These dishes are best suited to buffet-style service, grazing displays and casual dining formats where appearance and practicality need to work together. The compact footprints suit portioned condiments, small sharing portions, amuse-bouche, tapas-style service, small sweet items and mise en place presentation. They are not intended for main course service or anything needing significant depth. The squared profile stacks neatly and makes efficient use of display space, and the light weight suits pass-around and tray service.

For teams building out a cohesive display, the APS Element range offers other shapes and formats in a matching finish. If you are unsure how these pieces fit into a broader display concept or want to discuss quantities for an event setup, we are happy to help.

Frequently asked questions

Is this dish suitable for hot food service?

Melamine is generally not recommended for use with very hot foods or in microwave or oven environments. It is best suited to ambient or cold food presentation — charcuterie, cold accompaniments, condiments, and similar buffet items. If you need a small dish for hot service, a porcelain or stoneware alternative would be more appropriate.

How many would I typically need for a buffet setup?

That depends on your menu format and how frequently dishes are refreshed during service. For a small to medium buffet, operators often run multiples of each piece so that fresh dishes can be rotated in without gaps in the display. If you are planning a full layout, our team can help you work through quantities based on your service style.

Can this dish go through a commercial dishwasher?

Melamine is generally dishwasher-safe in commercial machines, though sustained exposure to very high temperatures over time can affect the surface finish. Most operators use standard commercial dishwash cycles without issue. Hand washing where practical will extend the life of the finish, but routine machine washing at normal catering temperatures is broadly suitable.
APS Element Squared Melamine Dish

£3.41(£4.09 inc VAT)

£3.41(£4.09 inc VAT)

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Size: 90 x 70mm
  • 90 x 70mm
  • 105 x 105mm

The APS Element Squared Dish is a small melamine serving dish designed for buffet counters, sharing plates and table display work. The concrete-effect finish gives it a contemporary, matte appearance that works well alongside natural materials such as slate, wood and linen. It comes in two sizes: 90 x 70mm and 105 x 105mm. Choose your size from the dropdown.

Melamine is a well-established material in catering environments. It is lighter than ceramic, resistant to chipping under normal service conditions, and straightforward to clean. It is not suitable for use in a microwave or oven, and prolonged exposure to high dishwasher temperatures can affect the surface over time, so a gentle dishwasher cycle or hand washing is the better approach.

These dishes are best suited to buffet-style service, grazing displays and casual dining formats where appearance and practicality need to work together. The compact footprints suit portioned condiments, small sharing portions, amuse-bouche, tapas-style service, small sweet items and mise en place presentation. They are not intended for main course service or anything needing significant depth. The squared profile stacks neatly and makes efficient use of display space, and the light weight suits pass-around and tray service.

For teams building out a cohesive display, the APS Element range offers other shapes and formats in a matching finish. If you are unsure how these pieces fit into a broader display concept or want to discuss quantities for an event setup, we are happy to help.