Steelite Craft Blue Rectangular Platters 270x167mm (Pack of 6)
Product Description
The Steelite Craft Blue rectangular platter is a glazed ceramic serving piece from Steelite's Craft collection, designed to bring an artisan, handcrafted aesthetic to food presentation. Each platter is produced...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- Blue
- Crockery type
- Platters
- Dimensions
- 270 x 167mm/ 10 ½x 6 ½"
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Product Description
The Steelite Craft Blue rectangular platter is a glazed ceramic serving piece from Steelite's Craft collection, designed to bring an artisan, handcrafted aesthetic to food presentation. Each platter is produced in alumina vitrified ceramic with a rich blue glaze that varies subtly across pieces, giving each one a character consistent with the collection's hand-finished feel. They are sold in packs of six, making them a practical choice when building or refreshing a consistent table setting.
In a commercial environment, the appeal of this platter lies in its versatility as a presentation surface. The rectangular format suits sharing dishes, charcuterie, small plates, and composed starters where the shape helps frame the food. The blue glaze works well against natural and earthy food tones, and the rustic aesthetic fits comfortably in casual dining, gastropubs, bistros, and speciality restaurants without looking out of place in a more refined setting.
From an operational standpoint, the alumina vitrified ceramic construction is an important practical consideration. This material is significantly more durable than standard ceramic, offering better resistance to chipping and cracking under the thermal cycling and physical handling typical of busy service. The platters carry a lifetime edge chip warranty from Steelite, which reflects confidence in the material. They are oven, microwave, and dishwasher safe, so they can move between kitchen, pass, and wash without restriction.
- Suitable for oven, microwave, and dishwasher use in a commercial setting
- Alumina vitrified ceramic offers better durability than standard earthenware
- The rectangular format works well for sharing plates and composed dishes
- Consistent glaze tone within each pack supports a uniform table setting
- Lifetime edge chip warranty provides reassurance for high-turnover operations
These platters are well suited to independent restaurants, hotel dining rooms, and casual dining concepts where presentation quality matters but practicality during service cannot be compromised. For operations needing larger serving surfaces or different formats within the same collection, alternatives are available.
If you're putting together a full table setting or want to discuss quantities and mix of formats, the team is happy to help you work through what makes sense for your operation.
Key Features
- Alumina vitrified ceramic construction for enhanced durability in service
- Lifetime edge chip warranty backed by Steelite's manufacturing standards
- Oven, microwave, and dishwasher safe for full commercial kitchen compatibility
- Hand-applied blue glaze delivers a distinctive artisan finish per piece
- Rectangular format at 270x167mm suits sharing plates and plated starters
Operational Benefits
- Withstands heavy daily use with lower breakage rates than standard ceramic
- Moves freely between oven, service, and dishwasher without workflow disruption
- Consistent aesthetic across a pack of six supports a uniform table setting
- Rustic glaze complements natural food tones across a range of cuisine styles
- Lifetime chip warranty reduces long-term replacement costs for operators
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- Blue
- Crockery type
- Platters
- Dimensions
- 270 x 167mm/ 10 ½x 6 ½"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Finish
- Lustrous Glaze
- Freezer safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Rectangular
- Material
- Alumina vitrified ceramic
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Warranty
- Lifetime Edge Chip
- Weight
- 10.51kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. The alumina vitrified ceramic used by Steelite is a commercial-grade material chosen specifically for its resistance to chipping and thermal shock in busy service environments. The lifetime edge chip warranty reflects that these are built for regular professional use rather than occasional or display purposes.
- These platters are oven safe, so they can be used to present food that has been finished or held in the oven. As with any ceramic serveware, it is good practice to avoid sudden extreme temperature changes, such as transferring directly from a very hot oven to a cold surface, which can stress any ceramic material over time.
- The Craft collection is designed with a handcrafted character, which means there will be natural variation in glaze tone and finish between individual pieces. This is intentional and part of the collection's aesthetic. Within a pack the variation is generally subtle enough that the platters read as a coherent set on the table.