lamolina Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 We just moved back from overseas and have to basically start over in the kitchen (and mostly the rest of the house). I just want solid white, round dishes. I would need plates and bowls mostly, and don't care so much about matching mugs. I originally thought I would get Corelle because it seems to last forever, but wondered if there is anything that is maybe a step up from that but that is still very durable? I don't really want very heavy stoneware or anything that chips easily. My kids will be loading and unloading the dishwasher so it needs to be durable! Thanks for any recommendations!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pehp Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 Well, we like our Pfaltzgraff everyday dishes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ApronMama Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 I have had the basic white pantry set from Williams Sonoma for 16 years and it still looks great. Refuses to break. Good luck in your search! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathryn Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 I have had the basic white pantry set from Williams Sonoma for 16 years and it still looks great. Refuses to break. Good luck in your search! Us too, though just nine years. We've been very happy with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 I know you don't want stoneware, but Fiesta is pretty darned durable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamolina Posted May 28, 2014 Author Share Posted May 28, 2014 Does the Fiesta chip? Does it seem heavy to lift more than one or two? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitten18 Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 Most of my Fiestaware is white. I have a few colored plates and bowls. It does not chip. It doesn't feel heavy to me but I had pfaltzgraph before the fiestaware. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhotoGal Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 We have white dishes from Ikea. We haven't had them long, but I like them so far. I did drop one and it broke (as I would expect from ceramic). They were inexpensive and we bought extra beyond what we thought we would need just in case. So far, so good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 I have white bowls from Cost Plus that are attractive and durable. Regards, Kareni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdrinca Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 We have white dishes from Ikea. We haven't had them long, but I like them so far. I did drop one and it broke (as I would expect from ceramic). They were inexpensive and we bought extra beyond what we thought we would need just in case. So far, so good! We have these too and have found them durable enough for our little kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 My every day dishes are German-made Waechtersbach. Available in many colors (including white), not unusually heavy or prone to breakage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 I have the French Countryside pattern from Mikasa that I absolutely love. Here is a link:http://www.mikasa.com/patterns-and-collections/french-countryside/?gclid=CKinmfbqx70CFUne7AodkFQAAA&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=pattern%20-%20french%20countryside&wm_m_mt=p&utm_source=bing&wm_lpID=70819012&wm_mtID=14&wm_m_crID=2403522909&wm_kw=mikasa%20french%20countryside%20dinnerware&gclsrc=ds&wm_ctID=360&wm_m_kwID=30266999249&wm_kwID=47950094&utm_term=%2Bfrench%20%2Bcountryside%20%20%2Bdinnerware&wm_sd=1&wm_m_qs=mikasa%20french%20countryside%20dinnerware . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 Does the Fiesta chip? Does it seem heavy to lift more than one or two? It's warrantied against chipping. I've had most of mine since August and so far, so good even though my kids load and unload the dishwasher, etc. I did have one bowl chip just a short time after I got it. I called the company and they sent me a replacement with no hassle. They just wanted a picture emailed. But yeah, it is heavy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monica_in_Switzerland Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 Another fan of Ikea dishes! We have the middle-of-the-line ones and I bought extra with the thought that if a few break, I won't mind because, hey, they are from Ikea and easily replaceable. I think they are AT LEAST as attractive as my former William-Sonoma white dishes, and I don't cringe every time one of my children touches them. :-) I also like they they are just slightly smaller than typical US dinner plates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 Ikea works for us too. L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 I bought some at Target. I dropped one and broke it and have two dishes with a chip in them but they were hit hard. With regular wear and tear, they seem to hold up well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyerin Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 I adore my dishes! Been married 9 years, and I'm still so glad I chose them. http://www.crateandbarrel.com/staccato-dinnerware/f11019 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamolina Posted May 28, 2014 Author Share Posted May 28, 2014 Thanks!! So many great options to check out. I wonder if there is even any difference between the porcelain dishes at Crate and Barrel/Williams Sonoma and the ones at IKEA? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollyDay Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 We bought a set of white dinner plates at Bed Bath and Beyond a few years ago. They have been very durable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amira Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 We've been happy with our white Pfaltzgraff dishes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naturemom Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 I have these from Pier One: http://www.pier1.com/Luminous-Coupe-Dinnerware/PS1592,default,pd.html?cgid=white-dinnerware#start=1 They are durable, heavier than Corelle but lighter than stoneware, simple and clean design, and an efficient use of space-they don't have distinct raised edges that don't hold food which, to me, is just a waste of space and resources. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Occasionally Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 I love my Mikasa Antique White. And yes, my kids unload the dishwasher. A couple of chips have happened over the years, but I blame it on the granite countertop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 I purchased these when returned from Germany and have been extremely happy with them. ce/dp/B000I5OTYK/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1401293081&sr=1-1&keywords=mikasa+french+countryside Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pehp Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 I will add that the Pfaltzgraff will chip a bit, but I've found it to be pretty durable overall. Plus there are always replacement pieces at the Goodwill......lucky me!!! ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TechWife Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 We have white dishes from Williams-Sonoma. Three years so far w/only one break (a bowl was dropped from "Great height"). He have the hemstitch pattern, but they have plain ones. Sur la Table also has plain white dishes. They are much less expensive than Williams Sonoma but I don't know how durable they are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evergreen State Sue Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 I adore my dishes! Been married 9 years, and I'm still so glad I chose them. http://www.crateandbarrel.com/staccato-dinnerware/f11019 I personally have Fiestaware in a variety of colors. However, if I was to go all white, the dishes would have to have some uniqueness about them. I really like this option you gave from Crate and Barrel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 We have white dishes from Ikea. We haven't had them long, but I like them so far. I did drop one and it broke (as I would expect from ceramic). They were inexpensive and we bought extra beyond what we thought we would need just in case. So far, so good! I recently bought the Fargrik ones. I am very happy with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunnyDays Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 I have these from Pier One: http://www.pier1.com/Luminous-Coupe-Dinnerware/PS1592,default,pd.html?cgid=white-dinnerware#start=1 They are durable, heavier than Corelle but lighter than stoneware, simple and clean design, and an efficient use of space-they don't have distinct raised edges that don't hold food which, to me, is just a waste of space and resources. I'm glad you mentioned these, I always forget about Pier One, but these are really nice!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 I've had really good luck with the Cost Plus white stuff. It's open stock, it mixes well, and it doesn't seem to chip very readily. Plus the prices are good. Ikea seems a bit more fragile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 We have white dishes from Ikea. We haven't had them long, but I like them so far. I did drop one and it broke (as I would expect from ceramic). They were inexpensive and we bought extra beyond what we thought we would need just in case. So far, so good! I have the IKEA 365 series and it is also open stock. Had them for over 2 years and no chips yet. They are very inexpensive - even if you break some, they are easily replaced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OK Family Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 We've had Corelle for a long time. No problems with our kids loading and unloading. Love them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmmetler Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 My Corelle was a wedding gift-we just celebrated 20 years last week, and it's still going strong ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsquirrel Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 I have white dishes that came from Pottery Barn, but PB is owned by Williams-Sonoma. Soon after I purchased the dishes PB stopped selling them, but they showed up at W-S. They are the 'Open Kitchenware' dishes at W-S. Mine look a little different because they are 20 years old and designs change, but they have held up beautifully. No chips, no problems. I bought three boxes with the idea that I would have service for 8 in the cabinet with service for 4 to replace any breakage. That box is unopened somewhere in the basement, lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 I got a set of Arabia 24 hour white dishes about 16 years ago. We got them for everyday AND nice use; we didn't want china, but we also wanted to have nice dinnerware. I just googled it, however, and I can guarantee you I didn't pay $28 for a PLATE. We got a set of 12 plates, salad plates, mugs and 16 bowls, and 12 green salad plates for variety and paid under $600. I can't see spending $28 for a PLATE, though. :0/ That said, this stuff looks great, is simple/elegant, and has worn like iron. I just tossed my first cup and first bowl this year, after dropping them on the concrete floor while we were moving. :::scowl::: But no way am I replacing them at $28 a PLATE. If I had to replace my whole set now, I'd go to IKEA and get the shapes I like for bowls and cups, AND I would test them with my silverware. We did not do this, and our silverware is a bad match for the dinnerware and the silverware always slides into the (NOT $28) plates. We have learned to lay them upside down! I'm glad I have this stuff, and would buy used replacements if I found them at thrift stores...but not at... Oh you probably get the idea. :0) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamolina Posted May 30, 2014 Author Share Posted May 30, 2014 Wow, I had no idea there were so many choices out there. Not sure how I am going to decide now!! I know I can't spend $28 a plate though!! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathryn Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 I got a set of Arabia 24 hour white dishes about 16 years ago. We got them for everyday AND nice use; we didn't want china, but we also wanted to have nice dinnerware. I just googled it, however, and I can guarantee you I didn't pay $28 for a PLATE. We got a set of 12 plates, salad plates, mugs and 16 bowls, and 12 green salad plates for variety and paid under $600. I can't see spending $28 for a PLATE, though. :0/ That said, this stuff looks great, is simple/elegant, and has worn like iron. I just tossed my first cup and first bowl this year, after dropping them on the concrete floor while we were moving. :::scowl::: But no way am I replacing them at $28 a PLATE. If I had to replace my whole set now, I'd go to IKEA and get the shapes I like for bowls and cups, AND I would test them with my silverware. We did not do this, and our silverware is a bad match for the dinnerware and the silverware always slides into the (NOT $28) plates. We have learned to lay them upside down! I'm glad I have this stuff, and would buy used replacements if I found them at thrift stores...but not at... Oh you probably get the idea. :0) Wait, if I wanted to get that, how much would it be for just a plate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medawyn Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 I'll second the Crate and Barrel staccato - love mine. My mother has the Williams-Sonoma plates, and they have also held up well. Mine have been tested by DH/children, and hers have survived extensive entertaining, so either would pass your benchmark, I think :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abcinnc Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Wedgwood China - I have the Strawberry and Vine pattern which may be discontinued, but there are other patterns available. We've been using for 21 years with 3 kids. We wash in the dishwasher and have only broken two pieces by dropping them - no chips. It still looks new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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