Steelite Revolution Granite Coupe Plate 280mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Steelite Revolution Granite coupe plate is a 280mm vitrified china plate finished with a reactive glaze that produces natural variation in tone and depth across each piece. Because the...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Diameter
- 280
- Dimensions
- 280(Ø)mm | 11(Ø)"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
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Product Description
The Steelite Revolution Granite coupe plate is a 280mm vitrified china plate finished with a reactive glaze that produces natural variation in tone and depth across each piece. Because the glaze is applied by hand using a revolving motion, no two plates are exactly alike — the brushwork remains visible in the fired finish, giving the range a handcrafted character that suits contemporary plating styles. Supplied in packs of twelve.
Vitrified china is the standard body material for serious front-of-house tableware. It is denser and more resistant to chipping and crazing than standard earthenware, which matters in environments where plates move quickly through service, dishwashers, and storage. The coupe profile — a shallow, rim-free shape — gives chefs a clean canvas and works well across a range of cuisines and presentation styles.
From an operational standpoint, the Revolution Granite range offers a few practical advantages worth noting:
- The reactive glaze conceals minor surface marks and light scratching better than plain white plates
- The coupe shape stacks consistently and is straightforward to store in standard plate racks
- Vitrified china withstands repeated commercial dishwasher cycles without significant glaze degradation
- The natural tonal variation means slight differences between pieces are a feature, not a quality concern
At 280mm this is a substantial main-course plate suitable for most plated dishes. It is worth confirming it fits your plate warmers and dishwasher baskets before ordering in volume, as coupe plates at this diameter can be tight in some configurations. The pack size of twelve suits smaller openings or initial trials; larger operations building out a full cover count will want to plan their total quantity carefully.
This plate is well suited to independent restaurants, boutique hotels, and similar venues where presentation is a priority and a degree of handcrafted character fits the aesthetic. If you are equipping a high-turnover operation and durability over aesthetics is the primary concern, it is worth discussing whether a different profile or range would serve you better. We are happy to talk through what suits your specific setting.
Key Features
- Reactive hand-applied glaze produces unique tonal variation on each plate
- 280mm coupe profile offers a clean, rim-free presentation surface
- Vitrified china body provides enhanced chip and craze resistance
- Consistent coupe shape stacks reliably in standard commercial plate racks
- Supplied in packs of twelve for straightforward cover-count purchasing
Operational Benefits
- Handcrafted glaze variation adds visual character without additional presentation effort
- Durable vitrified china withstands repeated commercial dishwasher cycles reliably
- Rim-free coupe profile gives chefs maximum usable surface for plating
- Reactive glaze finish helps conceal light surface wear during service
- Pack-of-twelve format allows controlled investment when trialling a new range
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Diameter
- 280
- Dimensions
- 280(Ø)mm | 11(Ø)"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Vitrified China
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The tonal differences are entirely intentional and inherent to the Revolution Granite range. Because the reactive glaze is applied by hand and fired, each piece develops its own depth of colour and pattern. For most settings this is part of the appeal, but if you need a highly uniform look across covers it is worth viewing a sample before committing to volume.
- Vitrified china is the appropriate body material for commercial environments precisely because it handles repeated mechanical dishwashing better than lighter ceramics. That said, no plate is impervious to chipping if mishandled during clearing or stacking, so staff handling practices remain important. For very high-turnover sites where plates take significant punishment, it is worth discussing whether a heavier-duty or more impact-resistant option might be more cost-effective long term.
- At 280mm this plate works well as a main course plate for most restaurant dishes and gives chefs a good amount of usable surface. Before ordering in volume, it is sensible to check the plate fits your plate warmers and dishwasher baskets, as coupe plates at this diameter can be a tight fit in some equipment configurations.