Steelite Charcoal Dapple Oval Coupe Plates 305mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Steelite Charcoal Dapple Oval Coupe Plate is an alumina-enriched porcelain plate with a reactively glazed rim that produces a natural variation in finish across each piece. The charcoal dapple...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 305
- Dimensions
- 305(Ø)mm
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Product Description
The Steelite Charcoal Dapple Oval Coupe Plate is an alumina-enriched porcelain plate with a reactively glazed rim that produces a natural variation in finish across each piece. The charcoal dapple effect means no two plates look identical, giving the range an organic, handcrafted quality while retaining the structural consistency expected of commercial tableware.
In a busy service environment, that variation works in the operator's favour. The organic finish sits comfortably across a wide range of cuisines — from modern British and European to sharing plates and small plates menus — and the oval coupe shape provides a useful canvas for structured plating without the hard rim of traditional coupe designs. The porcelain construction is robust enough for the daily demands of a commercial pass and dishwasher cycle.
Key practical points for front-of-house use:
- Reactively glazed rim produces natural variation — each plate has a distinct appearance
- Alumina-enriched porcelain body for improved chip resistance in daily service
- Dishwasher, microwave, and freezer safe for operational flexibility
- Oval shape supports a range of plating formats without overcrowding the surface
- Sold in a pack of 12, suitable for building or supplementing an existing cover set
As with any reactive glaze, the colour depth and pattern will vary from piece to piece. This is a design characteristic of the range rather than a quality inconsistency, but operators who prefer a uniform table setting may find a standard glazed alternative more suitable. It is worth viewing a sample piece before committing to a larger quantity.
This plate works well in restaurants, bistros, and hotel dining rooms where a relaxed, contemporary aesthetic is part of the front-of-house presentation. It is equally at home in gastropubs or casual dining operations looking to move away from plain white without a dramatic shift in style.
If you are specifying tableware across a full cover or building a mixed range, we are happy to talk through what works well together.
Key Features
- Alumina-enriched porcelain body for improved chip resistance in service
- Reactively glazed rim creates natural variation across each individual plate
- Oval coupe shape provides a versatile canvas for structured food presentation
- Dishwasher, microwave, and freezer safe for full operational flexibility
- Supplied in packs of 12 to support cover-building or stock replenishment
Operational Benefits
- Natural glaze variation adds visual character without specialist plating effort
- Chip-resistant construction reduces breakage costs in high-turnover service
- Dishwasher compatibility keeps plate throughput efficient during busy service
- Oval format accommodates a wide range of menu styles and portion presentations
- Consistent porcelain quality supports reliable, professional table presentation
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 305
- Dimensions
- 305(Ø)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 11.56kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The reactive glaze is applied during firing and produces natural colour and pattern variation from piece to piece — this is an intentional characteristic of the Charcoal Dapple range, not a manufacturing inconsistency. In practice, the variation reads as artisan and intentional on the table, but operators who require a fully uniform place setting may prefer a standard glazed range. Viewing a sample before ordering a full cover quantity is advisable.
- Yes. The alumina-enriched porcelain construction is designed to withstand the daily demands of commercial service, including repeated dishwasher cycles. The pack size of 12 suits restaurants building or supplementing a working cover set, and the plates are robust enough for a busy pass environment.
- Yes — the plates are rated microwave, dishwasher, and freezer safe, which gives kitchens flexibility in how they use and store them. This is particularly useful for operations that pre-plate cold desserts or starters and hold them briefly before service.