Steelite Charcoal Dapple Saucers 125mm (Pack of 36)
Product Description
The Steelite Charcoal Dapple saucer is a 125mm porcelain piece finished with a reactive glaze that produces a subtle, varied charcoal rim pattern. Because the glaze reacts differently during firing,...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 36
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 125
- Dimensions
- 125(Ø)mm | 5(Ø)"
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Product Description
The Steelite Charcoal Dapple saucer is a 125mm porcelain piece finished with a reactive glaze that produces a subtle, varied charcoal rim pattern. Because the glaze reacts differently during firing, no two pieces are identical — the result is a considered, artisan aesthetic that sits comfortably alongside both contemporary and traditional tableware presentations. The porcelain body is alumina-enriched, which gives it greater resistance to chipping and thermal shock than standard earthenware alternatives.
In a busy café, restaurant, or hotel breakfast operation, robustness and consistency of supply matter as much as appearance. These saucers are designed to withstand the repeated thermal cycling of a commercial dishwasher without the glaze degrading or the body crazing over time. The reactive finish, while distinctive, does not complicate cleaning — standard dishwasher programmes handle them without issue, and they are also microwave and freezer safe, which gives flexibility in certain service setups.
- Distinctive reactive glaze finish for considered table presentation
- Alumina-enriched porcelain body resists chipping under daily commercial use
- Compatible with commercial dishwashers, microwaves, and freezers
- Sold in a pack of 36, suited to volume purchasing for hospitality operations
These saucers are best suited to cafés, hotel food and beverage operations, and restaurants that want a step away from plain white tableware without committing to a bold or heavily patterned range. The charcoal dapple glaze is subtle enough to complement most plating styles. For operations requiring a larger opening order or a broader range of matching pieces — cups, plates, and bowls — Steelite produce further items within the Charcoal Dapple collection.
If you are building out a full table setting or want to check compatibility with other pieces in your current range, our team is happy to advise before you place an order.
Key Features
- Reactive glaze produces a unique charcoal rim pattern on every piece
- Alumina-enriched porcelain construction for enhanced chip resistance
- 125mm diameter saucer suited to standard espresso and tea cup pairings
- Dishwasher, microwave, and freezer safe for versatile service use
- Supplied in a pack of 36 for efficient volume purchasing
Operational Benefits
- Distinctive finish supports thoughtful table presentation without bold patterns
- Chip-resistant porcelain reduces breakage costs in high-turnover service
- Dishwasher compatibility keeps turnaround fast during busy service periods
- Pack-of-36 format reduces reorder frequency for established operations
- Subtle glaze complements most plating styles across varied menu formats
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 36
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 125
- Dimensions
- 125(Ø)mm | 5(Ø)"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 5.76kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. The Charcoal Dapple saucers are designed to withstand repeated commercial dishwasher cycles. The reactive glaze is applied and fired at high temperature, so it does not degrade under standard warewashing programmes the way some decorative finishes can.
- The reactive glaze process is intentionally variable — each piece will show a slightly different distribution of the charcoal finish. This is a characteristic of the range rather than a quality inconsistency, and in practice the variation reads as cohesive on a laid table rather than mismatched.
- For a small café running a single seating area, 36 saucers is a reasonable opening quantity, allowing for breakages and dishwasher cycles without running short during service. Operations with higher covers or faster turnaround may want to consider holding additional stock, and we can advise on quantities based on your expected covers if that would help.