Steelite Charcoal Dapple Rectangle Plates 270x167mm (Pack of 6)
Product Description
These Steelite Charcoal Dapple rectangle plates are porcelain tableware finished with a reactive glaze that produces natural tonal variation across the rim. Because the glazing process is reactive, no two...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- White
- Dimensions
- 270(W) x 167(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
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Product Description
These Steelite Charcoal Dapple rectangle plates are porcelain tableware finished with a reactive glaze that produces natural tonal variation across the rim. Because the glazing process is reactive, no two pieces are identical — each plate carries its own subtle pattern of dark and light tones within the charcoal palette. The base remains a clean whiteware, which keeps the overall look composed and suitable for a wide range of plating styles.
In a busy restaurant environment, the appeal of this range is largely practical: it offers a departure from plain white crockery without the maintenance burden or fragility sometimes associated with more decorative ware. The alumina-enriched porcelain construction is designed to withstand the demands of commercial service, including repeated dishwasher cycling, which matters when plates are turning around quickly during a busy sitting.
The rectangular format suits modern plating presentations — starters, sharing plates, and composed mains all work well on this shape. The size is generous enough for a main course presentation without being unwieldy to handle or store in quantity.
- Reactive glaze gives each plate individual character without requiring special handling
- Alumina-enriched porcelain supports durability in high-turnover service
- Dishwasher, microwave, and freezer safe for flexible kitchen use
- Works well for contemporary plating across a range of menu styles
- Supplied in a pack of six, suited to building cover quantities gradually
This range is well suited to restaurants, bistros, and hotel dining operations looking to add visual texture to the table without moving away from the practicality of whiteware. If you are specifying for a large opening or need to understand how this range sits alongside other Steelite collections, the team is happy to help you think it through.
Key Features
- Reactive glaze rim creates unique tonal variation on every plate
- Alumina-enriched porcelain construction for commercial durability
- Rectangle format at 270x167mm suits composed plating presentations
- Dishwasher, microwave, and freezer safe for operational flexibility
- Supplied as a pack of six for incremental cover building
Operational Benefits
- Adds visual character to the table without departing from whiteware practicality
- Withstands repeated commercial dishwasher cycles with reduced chipping risk
- Rectangular shape supports modern plating styles across starters and mains
- Consistent glaze palette keeps a unified look despite natural piece variation
- Pack format allows operators to scale cover quantities without overcommitting stock
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- White
- Dimensions
- 270(W) x 167(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 4.04kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Because the glaze is reactive, each plate will differ in the precise distribution and intensity of the charcoal toning — this is an intentional characteristic of the range rather than a quality inconsistency. Within a pack, pieces will share the same overall palette and feel cohesive on the table, but operators should expect and plan for individual variation rather than uniformity.
- The alumina-enriched porcelain is designed to handle the demands of commercial service, including continuous dishwasher use. For very high-turnover operations running multiple sittings daily, it is worth considering how many covers you need to maintain and building your stock quantity accordingly, as with any commercial tableware range.
- Yes — the plates are rated as freezer and microwave safe, which gives useful flexibility for certain prep and regeneration workflows. As with all commercial porcelain, avoiding sudden extreme temperature changes where possible will help maintain the glaze finish over time.