Did you think a glass plate was just a simple, transparent, basic product? You were wrong! In fact, a growing number of plates use glass as their main material, and not without reason... something that Arc International, with over two centuries of experience in glass design, know... Did you think a glass plate was just a simple, transparent, basic product? You were wrong! In fact, a growing number of plates use glass as their main material, and not without reason... something that Arc International, with over two centuries of experience in glass design, knows better than anyone! What characteristics justify choosing glass for your plates? First, and not least: their weight. Glass plates are lightweight. Whether it's a dinner plate, a soup plate, or a dessert plate, a glass plate is lighter and easier to handle than a plate made of ceramic (including porcelain), stoneware, or earthenware. This makes all the difference when it comes to setting a table or serving a meal... but also when it comes to storing them on shelves or in cupboards at home! Furthermore, to continue discussing the practical aspects, glass plates are easier to clean than traditional plates. Glass is a non-porous material, so grease, stains, and other food residues have much more difficulty adhering to the surface of the plate, and can therefore be removed with a simple wipe of a sponge or a rinse in the dishwasher! A logical consequence: glass plates are therefore much more hygienic: in addition to easier cleaning (by hand or in the dishwasher), their non-porous surface makes it more difficult for bacteria to develop on the surface. Hospitals, incidentally, are well aware of this and many of them use glass tableware! In addition to its practical aspects, the glass plate also has serious aesthetic advantages. Indeed, glass allows for the design and manufacture of plates in a multitude of shapes, colors, and sizes. While at first glance one flat plate may look just like another, a glass plate can be distinguished by a multitude of details: whether it's engraved or embossed patterns, printed designs, or even a color directly incorporated into the glass itself, glass plates offer a wealth of possibilities, making them essential products for decorating and personalizing a table!