Steelite Charcoal Dapple Coupe Plates 230mm (Pack of 24)
Product Description
The Steelite Charcoal Dapple Coupe Plate is a 230mm porcelain plate finished with a reactive glaze that produces subtle variation in tone and texture across each piece. No two plates...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 24
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 203
- Dimensions
- 230(Ø)mm
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Product Description
The Steelite Charcoal Dapple Coupe Plate is a 230mm porcelain plate finished with a reactive glaze that produces subtle variation in tone and texture across each piece. No two plates are identical, which gives a considered, handcrafted quality to the table without relying on actual handmade production. The coupe profile — shallow, with no pronounced rim — keeps the focus on the food and suits a range of plating styles from composed fine-dining portions to rustic sharing plates.
Porcelain of this type handles the demands of a busy pass and a commercial dishwasher well. The alumina-enriched body resists chipping under regular service conditions, and the glaze holds its character through repeated wash cycles. These plates are microwave and freezer safe, which gives kitchen teams flexibility in regen and prep workflows.
From an operational standpoint, the Charcoal Dapple range offers a practical way to add visual interest to a table setting without introducing complexity into stock management. Because the reactive glaze variation is expected and consistent with the range's character, minor differences between pieces read as intentional rather than as quality inconsistency — a useful consideration when training front-of-house staff.
- Reactive glaze gives natural variation that suits contemporary plating aesthetics
- Coupe profile keeps presentations clean and uninterrupted
- Porcelain construction handles commercial dishwasher cycles reliably
- Microwave and freezer safe for flexible kitchen workflows
- Sold in 24s, suited to setting up a consistent cover count
This plate sits well in restaurants, gastro pubs, and hotels where the look of the tableware is part of the overall guest experience. The 230mm size is broadly versatile — appropriate for starters in a larger format or as a main plate for lighter portions and small plates menus.
If you are building a full table setting around this range or matching it with other Steelite lines, our team is happy to help you work through cover quantities and mix-and-match options before you order.
Key Features
- Alumina-enriched porcelain body resists chipping under daily service
- Reactive glaze produces natural variation unique to each piece
- 230mm coupe profile suits starters, mains, and small plates menus
- Microwave, freezer, and commercial dishwasher safe construction
- Sold in packs of 24 for straightforward cover-count purchasing
Operational Benefits
- Adds visual character to table settings without complicating stock management
- Handles high-volume dishwasher cycles without glaze deterioration
- Flexible plate size supports varied menu formats and portion styles
- Freezer and microwave compatibility supports regen and prep workflows
- Consistent reactive finish means variation reads as intentional, not as faults
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 24
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 203
- Dimensions
- 230(Ø)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 13.49kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The variation is entirely by design. The reactive glaze process means each piece fires slightly differently, producing natural differences in tone and texture. This is a deliberate characteristic of the Charcoal Dapple range and is consistent across the collection, so the variation will read cohesively on a laid table.
- The alumina-enriched porcelain is specifically formulated to improve chip resistance compared to standard whiteware, making it suitable for busy service environments with frequent handling and regular commercial dishwasher use. That said, as with any glazed porcelain, handling care during stacking and clearing will extend the working life of the plates.
- This depends on your cover count, turnround speed, and whether you are running multiple sittings. As a general guide, most operators aim to hold 1.5 to 2 times their seated cover count to allow for dishwasher cycles during service. If you would like help working out the right quantity for your operation, our team can advise before you order.