Essay On Dinnerware

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6 FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING DINNERWARE

Dinnerware is just not just about serving meal. When put together wisely, essential items like plates or bowls can help set a tone for a meal or make a statement. They can also tell you about the owner’s style. There are quite a number of factors you need to consider in choosing the dinnerware for your home. Take a look at this checklist before making your purchase:
1. Budget
Knowing how much you can afford or are willing to spend on your dinner will help you narrow down your choice greatly. Even if you have your eyes on a beautiful set of formal bone china dinnerware, your tight budget will not allow you to bring them home. Or instead of buy a 12-piece set, you can just buy the cheaper 6-piece …show more content…

If you look for the finest dinnerware, these are materials you should consider: they are very delicate and expensive. Make sure you preserve them properly though and don’t put them into the microwave or dishwasher.
Ultimately, the type of material you choose will affect how easily the item can be replaced. Casual dinnerware is affordable and easy to replace. It is obviously harder in case of porcelain and china bone.
5. Style, color, and pattern
When shopping for dinnerware, you should make sure that it coordinates well with existing dinnerware, the style of dining room (or kitchen, if you eat there) and probably even with the dining table. For example, you should go with dinner in neutral color for a brightly colored room and vice versa. When in doubt, just choose plain white dinnerware: it is classic, versatile and can showcase food well.
If you want patterns for your dinnerware, remember that they should not be too much to the point of being overwhelming. It is best that you hand-wash patterned dinnerware to preserve the patterns; some should not even be put into the microwave (gold or metal materials).
Open stock is the best option when you want to play with color and style. You can even purchase tablecloth or napkins that match the dinnerware as

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