Steelite Willow Mug 285ml – Alumina Vitrified (Pack of 36)
Product Description
The Steelite Willow mug is a standard-format hot drinks mug produced in alumina vitrified ceramic, carrying the Willow pattern across the full exterior. At 280ml it sits comfortably in the...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 36
- Capacity
- 280ml | 9¾oz
- Colour
- White
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
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Product Description
The Steelite Willow mug is a standard-format hot drinks mug produced in alumina vitrified ceramic, carrying the Willow pattern across the full exterior. At 280ml it sits comfortably in the standard mug range — large enough for a generous tea or coffee without being oversized — and the pattern gives it a degree of visual character without straying into novelty.
Alumina vitrified ceramic is a practical choice for commercial hospitality. The material is harder and denser than standard earthenware, which translates directly into better resistance to chipping along the rim and foot ring — the two points where mugs most commonly fail in a busy wash cycle. Each mug weighs 310g, which gives it a reassuring feel in the hand without adding unnecessary weight to a fully loaded tray.
For front-of-house operations, the key practical points are:
- Chip-resistant glaze suited to repeated commercial dishwasher cycles
- Uniform pattern finish supports consistent table presentation
- Pack of 36 reduces the frequency of repeat ordering for mid-sized operations
- Stackable profile helps manage storage in compact service areas
- Suitable for standard commercial dishwasher programmes
Sold in packs of 36, this mug is well suited to cafés, hotel breakfast operations, staff restaurants, and similar settings where a reliable, presentable mug is needed in volume. Operations with very high covers or those running multiple sittings may want to consider a larger opening quantity to maintain sufficient stock through peak service and washing cycles.
If you are unsure how many covers this pack size will support for your service pattern, or whether the Willow range works alongside your existing tableware, the team is happy to talk it through.
Key Features
- Alumina vitrified ceramic construction for enhanced chip resistance
- 280ml capacity suits standard tea and coffee service volumes
- Full-height exterior Willow pattern for consistent table presentation
- 310g weight provides stable, comfortable hold during service
- Pack of 36 units supports bulk purchasing for commercial operations
Operational Benefits
- Resists chipping through repeated commercial dishwasher cycles
- Consistent pattern finish maintains uniform presentation across covers
- Pack format reduces reorder frequency for mid-volume hospitality sites
- Durable material reduces breakage replacement costs over time
- Stackable design supports efficient storage in busy service areas
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 36
- Capacity
- 280ml | 9¾oz
- Colour
- White
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Freezer safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Round
- Material
- Alumina Vitrified Ceramic
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Weight
- 310g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Alumina vitrified ceramic is specifically formulated to withstand the temperature cycles and mechanical handling of commercial dishwashers. The denser material resists crazing and chipping better than standard ceramic, though rim and foot-ring damage is still possible if mugs are overloaded or stacked incorrectly in the rack.
- For a café or small restaurant turning over 30–50 covers per sitting, 36 mugs typically provides enough stock to run service while a wash cycle completes. Higher-volume or multi-sitting operations — hotel breakfasts, for example — will usually want to open with a larger quantity to avoid running short during peak demand.
- The pattern is applied under the glaze as part of the vitrification process, which means it is protected by the ceramic surface rather than sitting on top of it. This makes it significantly more resistant to fading through repeated washing than on-glaze decoration, though very aggressive detergents used above recommended concentrations can dull the finish over time.