Steelite Scape Mushroom Melamine Deep Bowls 180mm (Pack of 6)
Product Description
These deep bowls are part of the Steelite Scape range, finished in a warm mushroom tone and made from melamine. At 180mm in diameter, they sit comfortably between a side...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- Brown
- Diameter
- 180
- Dimensions
- 78(H) x 180(Ø)mm | 3(H)" x 7(Ø)"
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Product Description
These deep bowls are part of the Steelite Scape range, finished in a warm mushroom tone and made from melamine. At 180mm in diameter, they sit comfortably between a side bowl and a large serving bowl, making them practical for soups, salads, sharing starters, or casual dessert service.
Melamine is a well-established material in commercial tableware, particularly in environments where breakage risk is a real operational concern. It holds its shape and colour under heavy use and handles the rough-and-tumble of a busy catering operation better than ceramic alternatives. The mushroom colourway gives a relaxed, earthy look that suits informal dining, outdoor events, and venues deliberately moving away from all-white table settings.
From an operational standpoint, these bowls offer a few practical advantages:
- Lightweight construction reduces fatigue for front-of-house staff carrying loaded trays
- Suitable for dishwasher use, supporting fast turnaround between covers
- Durable enough for outdoor and event catering where ceramic is impractical
- Consistent colour across the Scape range allows easy coordination with other pieces
- Sold in packs of six, making it straightforward to build stock in multiples
It is worth being aware that melamine is not oven-safe and should not be used for high-temperature food storage or direct heating. It is also worth noting that melamine can discolour over time with prolonged exposure to strong dishwasher chemicals, so a review of detergent compatibility is sensible if longevity is a priority.
These bowls are well suited to casual dining venues, outdoor hospitality, festivals, care settings, and any operation looking to add warmth and informality to the table. For operations needing a fuller range of complementary pieces, the broader Scape collection includes plates and platters in coordinating finishes.
If you are unsure how many pieces you need to cover your service or want to discuss the full Scape range, we are happy to help you work through the options.
Key Features
- 180mm diameter deep bowl, suitable for soups, salads and sharing starters
- Melamine construction handles heavy daily use without chipping or cracking
- Mushroom colourway coordinates across the wider Steelite Scape range
- Dishwasher-safe for fast turnaround between covers during busy service
- Sold in packs of six for straightforward stock building in multiples
Operational Benefits
- Reduces breakage-related replacement costs compared with ceramic tableware
- Lightweight design lowers fatigue for staff carrying loaded trays at pace
- Earthy tone adds warmth to informal table settings without matched effort
- Dishwasher compatibility supports high cover turnaround during peak service
- Suitable for outdoor events where ceramic tableware presents a practical risk
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- Brown
- Diameter
- 180
- Dimensions
- 78(H) x 180(Ø)mm | 3(H)" x 7(Ø)"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Freezer safe
- Yes
- Material
- Melamine
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- No
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 1.5kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes, melamine is commonly chosen for outdoor and event catering specifically because it is far more resistant to breakage than ceramic or porcelain. The Scape mushroom bowls are lightweight and robust enough for high-volume informal service in marquees, festival settings, or open-air dining.
- They are rated as dishwasher-safe, which makes them practical for operations running tight turnaround between covers. It is worth checking that your dishwasher detergent is not overly aggressive, as prolonged use of very strong chemicals can cause discolouration in melamine tableware over time.
- This depends on your cover count, menu style, and how quickly your dishwasher cycles. As a general guide, most operators work on holding two to three times their seated cover number in any given item to allow for service, clearing, and washing simultaneously. If you want help working out the right quantity for your operation, we are happy to talk it through.