Steelite Koto Axis Bowls 90mm – Iron Red Glaze (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Steelite Koto Axis bowl is a 90mm ceramic serving bowl finished in a deep Iron Red glaze that draws on the aesthetic of traditional Japanese Tenmoku pottery. It is...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Black
- Crockery type
- Bowls
- Diameter
- 90
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Product Description
The Steelite Koto Axis bowl is a 90mm ceramic serving bowl finished in a deep Iron Red glaze that draws on the aesthetic of traditional Japanese Tenmoku pottery. It is produced in alumina vitrified ceramic, a material commonly specified in professional catering environments for its durability and resistance to the stresses of daily commercial use. These bowls are sold in packs of twelve, making them a practical choice when building or restocking a consistent cover.
In service, the dark glaze and tactile finish make these bowls a strong choice for plating small portions, amuse-bouches, side dishes, and Asian-influenced courses where presentation is part of the experience. The compact 90mm diameter suits tasting menus, sharing spreads, and any format where controlled portion presentation matters. The weight and material composition give the bowl a solid feel in the hand without being unwieldy for front-of-house staff handling multiple covers.
From an operational standpoint, the key practical advantages are straightforward:
- Dishwasher safe, supporting efficient turnaround during busy service
- Oven and microwave compatible, allowing use in pre-plating and warm-holding workflows
- Alumina vitrified ceramic construction offers reliable chip resistance in daily use
- Consistent glaze and form across the pack supports uniform table presentation
- Backed by a lifetime edge chip warranty from Steelite
No special storage or handling infrastructure is required beyond standard crockery racking. As with any glazed ceramic, care should be taken to avoid stacking practices that cause rim-to-rim contact under heavy load, particularly in high-volume rack systems.
These bowls are well suited to fine dining restaurants, contemporary Asian concepts, hotel restaurants, and any operation where tableware presentation is closely considered. For very high-volume sites turning over large quantities of crockery daily, it is worth discussing your full cover requirements with us to ensure the pack size and collection depth suit your operation.
If you are building a new tableware scheme or matching into an existing Koto collection, feel free to get in touch — we are happy to help you work through the options.
Key Features
- Alumina vitrified ceramic construction for reliable durability in daily service
- Iron Red Tenmoku-inspired glaze fired for consistent colour across each pack
- Compatible with dishwashers, ovens, and microwaves for flexible service use
- Compact 90mm diameter suited to small portions and tasting menu presentation
- Supplied in packs of twelve for consistent cover and practical restocking
Operational Benefits
- Consistent glaze across the pack supports uniform presentation on every cover
- Dishwasher compatibility keeps turnaround efficient during back-to-back service
- Oven and microwave use allows warm-holding and pre-plating without switching vessels
- Lifetime edge chip warranty reduces long-term replacement cost for operators
- Compact form works across multiple menu formats without cluttering the table
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Black
- Crockery type
- Bowls
- Diameter
- 90
- Dimensions
- 90(Ø)mm/ 3 ½"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Finish
- Glaze
- Freezer safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Round
- Material
- Alumina vitrified ceramic
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Warranty
- Lifetime Edge Chip
- Weight
- 1.6kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. Alumina vitrified ceramic is a well-established material in professional catering crockery precisely because it performs reliably under the repeated thermal and mechanical stresses of commercial dishwashing and daily service. The lifetime edge chip warranty from Steelite reflects confidence in the construction, though as with all glazed ceramics, good stacking and handling practice will extend service life.
- Yes, these bowls are rated for oven and microwave use, which makes them practical for operations that pre-plate or hold small portions warm before service. They are also dishwasher safe, so the full wash-to-table cycle can run without switching to separate vessels at any stage.
- The Koto collection from Steelite is designed with a consistent aesthetic across different piece types and sizes, so the 90mm Axis bowl can generally be combined with other Koto items to build a cohesive table scheme. If you are specifying across multiple piece types or need to confirm compatibility with other sizes in the range, it is worth speaking with us before placing a larger order.