Steelite Charcoal Dapple Coupe Bowls 205mm (Pack of 24)
Product Description
The Steelite Charcoal Dapple Coupe Bowl is a 205mm porcelain bowl finished with a reactive glaze that produces subtle variation in tone and texture across each piece. The result is...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 24
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 205
- Dimensions
- 205(Ø)mm
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Product Description
The Steelite Charcoal Dapple Coupe Bowl is a 205mm porcelain bowl finished with a reactive glaze that produces subtle variation in tone and texture across each piece. The result is a charcoal-toned, dappled surface where no two bowls are quite identical — a deliberate characteristic of the range rather than an inconsistency. The coupe profile, with its minimal rim and smooth, curved silhouette, keeps the focus on the food.
In service, these bowls work well for pasta, risotto, sharing starters, broth-based dishes, and desserts where presentation matters. The reactive glaze gives dishes a considered, artisan aesthetic without moving away from the durability and practicality expected of commercial porcelain. The alumina-enriched body provides good resistance to the knocks and thermal cycling that come with daily professional use.
- Reactive glaze produces natural variation — each bowl is individually distinct
- Coupe profile suits plated starters, mains, and desserts equally well
- Microwave, freezer, and dishwasher safe for flexible kitchen use
- Alumina-enriched porcelain for improved chip resistance in busy service
- Supplied in a pack of 24, practical for covering a full section
These bowls require no special handling beyond standard commercial dishwasher cycles. Stack carefully — the coupe profile can concentrate pressure at the base during storage, so even stacking in modest columns is advisable. As with all reactive-glazed ware, minor tonal differences between pieces are inherent to the manufacturing process and should be expected across a set.
Well suited to restaurants, bistros, and hotel dining rooms where a natural, textured aesthetic is part of the table identity. The 205mm size works for a generous starter or a modest main portion. If your covers require a larger bowl for main-course pasta or sharing dishes, the range includes alternative sizes worth considering.
If you are building out a full table setting or coordinating across multiple Steelite ranges, feel free to get in touch — it helps to talk through the full picture before placing a large order.
Key Features
- Reactive glaze produces unique charcoal dapple finish on every piece
- Alumina-enriched porcelain body for improved durability under daily use
- 205mm coupe profile suitable for starters, mains, and desserts
- Compatible with microwave, freezer, and commercial dishwasher cycles
- Supplied as a pack of 24 for practical section coverage
Operational Benefits
- Natural glaze variation adds visual interest without requiring styled presentation
- Chip-resistant construction reduces replacement frequency in busy service
- Versatile bowl profile supports a wide range of plated dishes
- Dishwasher compatibility keeps turnaround efficient during peak service
- Pack of 24 provides sufficient cover for a full restaurant section
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 24
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 205
- Dimensions
- 205(Ø)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 12.64kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The tonal variation is entirely intentional and inherent to the reactive glaze process. Each bowl is fired individually, which means the charcoal dapple pattern develops differently across every piece. This is a defining characteristic of the Charcoal Dapple range, not a quality issue.
- Steelite's alumina-enriched porcelain is specifically formulated for commercial warewashing, and these bowls are rated for standard commercial dishwasher use. As with all reactive-glazed ware, avoiding stacking excessively high during washing and storage will help extend the life of the glaze.
- The 205mm diameter works well for starters, side dishes, desserts, and lighter mains such as risotto or pasta in moderate portion sizes. For generous main-course portions or larger sharing dishes, a bigger bowl from the Charcoal Dapple range may be more appropriate — worth considering if you are standardising across a menu.