Denby Elements Light Grey Dinner Plates 26.5cm 🍽️
Description:
This set of large dinner plates brings understated style to everyday meals, combining a pale grey and white palette with durable stoneware that performs well from casual family dinners to weekend entertaining. The Denby Elements Light Grey dinner plates measure 26.5 cm and are intended for repeated use, offering a balance of robust construction and simple, timeless design.
Key Points
These four 26.5 cm plates work well as main course plates or as attractive serving dishes for sharing starters or sides. Handmade in England from locally sourced clay, each piece passes through many hands during crafting at Denby’s long-established pottery in Derbyshire, which contributes to subtle variations and a handcrafted character. The glaze has been applied to reduce the likelihood of chipping and to extend everyday durability, so the set can withstand regular use.
Technical Specifications
Name: Denby Elements Light Grey Dinner Plates Set of 4
- Diameter: 26.5 cm
- Material: Ceramic stoneware
- Finish: Pale grey and white glazed surface
- Care: Dishwasher and microwave safe
- Oven and freezer: Safe for oven use and suitable for freezing according to the manufacturer
Benefits
The stoneware construction means the plates are weighty without being cumbersome, giving food presentation a reassuring presence on the table. Because they are glazed for durability, these plates are less prone to surface wear and can be used for casual meals as well as for more formal settings. The neutral tones coordinate easily with patterned or colourful table linen and other tableware, helping to create a calm, cohesive table aesthetic. According to the manufacturer, Denby’s production process aims to minimise waste and follows sustainability practices that may appeal to buyers looking for responsibly produced crockery.
Usage Recommendations
For everyday convenience, use the plates straight from the oven to the table and then place them in the dishwasher for easy cleaning. Allow very hot dishes to cool slightly before transferring to a cold surface to avoid thermal shock, and consider stacking with care to preserve the glaze. These plates are also suitable for reheating meals in the microwave, making them practical for leftovers and meal prep.
Consideration: while the glaze improves resistance to chips and cracks, no ceramic is completely immune to impact. If you have a very active household with frequent heavy knocks, alternative materials like melamine may be more forgiving. Additionally, slight variations in tone and finish are part of the handcrafted nature of these pieces and add to their individual charm.
