Steelite Simplicity White Harmony Plates 165mm (Pack of 36)
Product Description
The Steelite Simplicity White Harmony plate is a 165mm all-purpose side or starter plate produced in alumina vitrified ceramic — a material chosen specifically for its strength and resistance to...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 36
- Colour
- White
- Crockery type
- Plates
- Diameter
- 165
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Product Description
The Steelite Simplicity White Harmony plate is a 165mm all-purpose side or starter plate produced in alumina vitrified ceramic — a material chosen specifically for its strength and resistance to the knocks and thermal cycling of daily commercial use. The Simplicity White range is one of the more widely used white tableware collections in UK foodservice, and this plate size sits comfortably across a broad range of covers and menu styles.
In a working environment, durability matters as much as appearance. Alumina vitrified ceramic offers a noticeably harder body than standard vitreous china, which translates into fewer chips at the edges, better retention of the white glaze over time, and consistent presentation through a long service life. The Lifetime Edge Chip warranty from Steelite reflects the confidence placed in the material. Plates of this type handle the dishwasher cycles, temperature swings, and stacking pressures of a busy kitchen without deteriorating quickly.
From an operational standpoint, the 165mm format works well in a number of roles:
- Side plate for à la carte or set-menu covers
- Starter plate for lighter plated courses
- Bread or accompaniment plate in casual dining settings
- Sharing or snack presentation in café or bar environments
The plain white finish gives kitchen and front-of-house teams flexibility — it works equally well with contemporary plating styles and more traditional presentation, and it can be mixed across a range of Simplicity White pieces without looking mismatched. For operations needing a larger main-course format or a smaller side piece, other sizes are available within the same range.
If you are specifying tableware for a new opening or replacing an existing set and want to talk through quantities or suitability for your covers, we are happy to help you work it out before you order.
Key Features
- Alumina vitrified ceramic body for superior chip and crack resistance
- 165mm diameter suits starter, side, and snack plate applications
- Microwave, dishwasher, and freezer safe for flexible kitchen use
- Lifetime Edge Chip warranty backed by Steelite International
- Plain white glaze compatible across full Simplicity White range
Operational Benefits
- Reduces plate replacement frequency through a harder, more durable body
- Consistent white presentation supports varied plating styles across menus
- Dishwasher-safe construction holds up through repeated high-volume wash cycles
- Versatile size covers multiple service roles, reducing the SKUs needed
- Good heat retention helps maintain food temperature during plated service
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 36
- Colour
- White
- Crockery type
- Plates
- Diameter
- 165
- Dimensions
- 165(Ø)mm | 6½(Ø)"
- 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
- 9.03kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- At 165mm, this plate is best suited to side dishes, starters, bread, or snack presentation rather than main courses. For principal courses, a larger format from the Simplicity White range would be the more practical choice, depending on portion size and menu style.
- Alumina vitrified ceramic has a denser, harder body than conventional vitreous china, which makes it more resistant to edge chipping and surface wear over time. In operations where plates go through multiple covers and machine wash cycles daily, this typically results in a longer usable life and lower ongoing replacement costs.
- A common working rule for casual dining is three to four plates per cover when accounting for plates in use, those being washed, and a buffer for breakages — though this varies with service style and wash-cycle speed. If you are setting up a new operation or restocking after a period of attrition, it is worth talking through your cover count and turnaround times with us so we can suggest a realistic opening quantity.