Steelite Charcoal Dapple Coupe Plates 300mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Steelite Charcoal Dapple Coupe Plate is a 300mm porcelain plate finished with a reactive glaze that produces a naturally varied charcoal tone across the rim. Because the glaze reacts...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 330
- Dimensions
- 300(Ø)mm
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Product Description
The Steelite Charcoal Dapple Coupe Plate is a 300mm porcelain plate finished with a reactive glaze that produces a naturally varied charcoal tone across the rim. Because the glaze reacts differently during firing, no two plates are identical — each carries its own subtle variation in colour and texture. This is an intentional characteristic of the range, not a quality inconsistency, and it is worth communicating that to front-of-house staff before service.
In practical terms this is a robust, alumina-enriched porcelain plate built to withstand the repetitive demands of commercial dishwashing. The coupe profile — a broad, shallow form without a distinct rim well — keeps the full surface available for plating and suits a wide variety of presentation styles, from composed fine dining dishes to more rustic, ingredient-led plates.
The Charcoal Dapple finish works particularly well where operators want to move away from plain white without committing to a bold coloured glaze. It sits comfortably alongside both natural and vibrant food colours and tends to complement earthy, seasonal cooking as well as more refined plating styles.
- Microwave, freezer and dishwasher safe for versatile service use
- Reactive glaze produces natural variation — each plate is unique
- Broad coupe surface maximises usable plating area
- Porcelain construction handles demanding commercial wash cycles
- Consistent with the wider Steelite Charcoal Dapple range for matched table settings
For operations requiring a larger or smaller plate within this range, or guidance on matching pieces across the Charcoal Dapple collection, the team is happy to help you put together a coherent table setting before you commit to an order.
Key Features
- Alumina-enriched porcelain construction for commercial durability
- 300mm coupe profile maximises usable plating surface area
- Reactive glaze produces natural variation unique to each plate
- Microwave, freezer and dishwasher safe for full service flexibility
- Part of the coordinated Steelite Charcoal Dapple tableware range
Operational Benefits
- Handles repeated commercial dishwasher cycles without glaze degradation
- Natural colour variation adds character without requiring bespoke crockery
- Broad flat surface supports a wide range of plating and presentation styles
- Consistent with matched pieces across the range for cohesive table settings
- Suitable for both fine dining and casual dining service environments
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 330
- Dimensions
- 300(Ø)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 11.64kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The reactive glaze on Charcoal Dapple produces intentional variation from piece to piece, so you will see differences in tone and texture across individual plates. This is a defining characteristic of the range rather than a defect. Most operators find the variation adds to the overall aesthetic, but it is worth being aware of before ordering if uniformity is a priority.
- Yes — the alumina-enriched porcelain body is designed for the rigours of commercial kitchen use, including repeated dishwasher cycles. Steelite is a well-regarded manufacturer supplying hospitality operations across the UK, and this range is built to the same durability standards as their wider commercial tableware.
- A 300mm coupe plate is a practical main course size for most restaurant and hotel dining formats, offering enough surface for composed plating without appearing oversized on standard table covers. It works across a broad range of cuisines, though operators running very small covers or tasting menus may find a smaller size within the range more appropriate.