Everyday place settings
Start with the table knives, table forks and spoons used in your usual service.
All prices in £ GBP
Utensil World buying guide
Choose the right cutlery
Build a matching collection around your menu, your table setting and the way you serve.
Shop cutlery
Start with the pieces you need
Steaks and specialist dishes
Choose the blade or serving shape to suit the food, then check the length and handle.
Children and sharing dishes
Check the size and suitability of children’s pieces, and add serving cutlery for shared dishes.
Understand stainless steel grades
The numbers describe the approximate chromium and nickel content of the steel. They do not describe the thickness or weight of a piece.
18/10 stainless steel
About 18% chromium · 10% nickelThe nickel helps improve corrosion resistance. Compare the pattern, finish and weight as well as the grade.
18/0 stainless steel
About 18% chromium · no added nickelAn option for everyday service. Prompt washing and thorough drying help protect the finish.
Check knives individually. Knife blades can use a different, hardenable steel from the forks and spoons in the same range. Use the specification for the particular piece you are buying.
Find a pattern that fits your table
Look at the handle shape, balance and finish alongside your crockery. Compare stated length and gauge where available; thickness is only one part of how cutlery feels in the hand.
For coloured or coated pieces, check the product’s care instructions before choosing them for your washing routine.
Check the pack, then the quantity
- Read the contents. A pack of 12 forks contains 12 forks. A mixed cutlery set can contain several different pieces.
- Compare price per piece. Divide the pack price by the number of pieces, using the same VAT basis for both prices.
- Plan for your service. Count each piece needed per setting, then allow for items being washed and spare stock.