Dudson Makers Urban Rectangular Plate Black 269x160mm Pack of 12
Product Description
The Dudson Makers Urban rectangular plate is a vitrified fine china plate finished in Lamp Black under a semi-matte glaze. The surface texture draws on the worn, tactile quality of...
Specifications
- Colour
- Black
- Material
- Vitrified Fine China
- Weight
- 666.6666666666666g
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Product Description
The Dudson Makers Urban rectangular plate is a vitrified fine china plate finished in Lamp Black under a semi-matte glaze. The surface texture draws on the worn, tactile quality of industrial materials — deliberate and considered rather than decorative. It is sold in packs of 12, making it practical to order in the quantities a working kitchen actually needs.
In a busy front-of-house environment, consistency of presentation matters. The under-glaze finish on Urban plates is designed to withstand the repeated thermal cycling, stacking, and mechanical handling that commercial tableware faces daily. Vitrified fine china is a well-established choice for professional use — it holds its appearance better than earthenware alternatives under sustained service conditions.
The Lamp Black finish works particularly well in contemporary dining environments where the tableware is intended to complement dark or industrial interior schemes rather than disappear into a neutral background. The rectangular format gives chefs a defined canvas for plating, and the proportions suit starter or sharing portions as well as composed main plates.
- Vitrified fine china construction for durability in commercial service
- Semi-matte glaze applied under the surface for long-term resilience
- Rectangular format supports structured plating presentations
- Lamp Black finish suited to contemporary and industrial-themed dining rooms
- Sold in packs of 12 to align with practical ordering quantities
These plates are a straightforward choice for restaurants, hotel dining rooms, and casual dining operations that want a strong visual identity on the table without high replacement rates. If you are fitting out a larger site or need guidance on coordinating pieces across a range, we are happy to talk it through before you commit to quantities.
Key Features
- Vitrified fine china body offering chip resistance for commercial use
- Semi-matte glaze fired under the surface for lasting durability
- Lamp Black colourway maintains consistent tone across repeated washing
- Rectangular 269x160mm format suits starters, mains, and sharing portions
- Supplied in packs of 12 for straightforward quantity ordering
Operational Benefits
- Resists chipping and crazing under the demands of daily service
- Consistent Lamp Black finish supports a cohesive table presentation
- Under-glaze construction reduces visible wear over extended use periods
- Rectangular shape gives chefs clear boundaries for structured plating
- Pack-of-12 format reduces over-ordering risk when building cover counts
Specifications
- Colour
- Black
- Material
- Vitrified Fine China
- Weight
- 666.6666666666666g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Vitrified fine china is routinely used in commercial operations precisely because it withstands repeated machine washing. The semi-matte glaze on Urban plates is applied under the surface rather than on top, which means it is less susceptible to the dulling that can affect surface-applied finishes over time.
- The under-glaze finish provides good resistance to the scuffing and surface marks that come from stacking and daily handling in a busy pass or wash-up area. That said, as with any dark-finished plate, using plate separators in storage will help maintain the appearance over the longer term.
- The 269x160mm size is versatile enough for starters, composed mains, or sharing plates depending on portion size and plating style. Operators running a full table setting often use rectangular plates alongside round pieces from the same range to vary the presentation across courses — it is worth considering the broader Urban range if that approach suits your service style.