Steelite Pompeii Stone Medium Shallow Round Bowl 298mm (Pack of 3)
Product Description
The Steelite Pompeii Stone Medium Shallow Round Bowl is part of the Pompeii Creations collection — a melamine-based dinnerware range designed to bring a tactile, earthy aesthetic to front-of-house service....
Specifications
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- 6
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- 3.78kg
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Product Description
The Steelite Pompeii Stone Medium Shallow Round Bowl is part of the Pompeii Creations collection — a melamine-based dinnerware range designed to bring a tactile, earthy aesthetic to front-of-house service. At 298mm across, the shallow round profile makes it a practical choice for sharing plates, starters, or casual mains presentation in a variety of dining formats.
Melamine construction means these bowls are considerably lighter than equivalent ceramic or stoneware pieces, which matters in busy service environments where front-of-house staff are handling tableware continuously through a shift. The material is also more resistant to chipping and breakage under the kind of daily handling that would take a toll on traditional fired clay or porcelain. That said, melamine is not suitable for use in ovens or microwaves, and operators should factor this into service workflow planning.
In practical terms, the Pompeii Stone range suits casual dining concepts well — from bistro and café settings to informal restaurant formats where the look of rustic, natural materials is part of the overall dining experience. The earthy stone finish works across a broad range of cuisines and plating styles without feeling forced.
- Lighter than ceramic, reducing fatigue during busy service
- Chip-resistant construction suited to high-turnover covers
- Versatile shallow profile for sharing, starters, and mains
- Consistent stone-effect finish across the Pompeii collection
- Supplied in a pack of three for straightforward stock management
For operations running high cover counts or requiring a larger bowl format, Steelite offers other sizes and depths within the Pompeii range that may be worth considering alongside this piece.
If you're building a tableware spec for a new opening or refreshing an existing front-of-house, we're happy to talk through how this range fits your service style and volume.
Key Features
- 298mm shallow round profile suited to sharing and starter plates
- Melamine construction significantly lighter than ceramic equivalents
- Chip and break resistant under continuous front-of-house handling
- Stone-effect finish consistent across the full Pompeii collection
- Supplied as a pack of three for practical stock replenishment
Operational Benefits
- Reduces front-of-house fatigue during high-volume, fast-paced service
- Lower breakage rate helps operators manage tableware replacement costs
- Versatile profile supports varied plating styles across menu formats
- Earthy stone aesthetic suits casual and informal dining concepts well
- Pack format simplifies ordering and stock management for busy sites
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Diameter
- 0
- Dimensions
- 0(H) x 0(W) x 0(D)mm
- Weight
- 3.78kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- No — melamine dinnerware is not suitable for microwave or oven use. These bowls are designed for ambient or cold food presentation and front-of-house service only. Operators should plan their service workflow accordingly.
- Melamine is generally more resistant to chipping and breakage than ceramic or porcelain under everyday service conditions, which can help reduce replacement costs in high-turnover settings. It is lighter to handle, which is a practical advantage during long service periods, though it won't have the same weight and feel as fired stoneware.
- Yes — Steelite offers the Pompeii collection across multiple formats, including different diameters and bowl depths. If you're specifying tableware across multiple courses or service styles, it's worth reviewing the broader range to ensure consistency of finish across your table setting.