Not a single meal in the family circle or in a restaurant with friends is complete without items such as cutlery. Modern manufacturers are ready to offer even the most demanding customers a wide range of cutlery sets, including forks, knives and spoons of high quality and original design. The most successful choice would be to purchase a set of cutlery, which includes 72 items. With such a set it will not be problematic to set the table in the same style even for a large company.
Popular manufacturers
In a huge variety of manufacturers and designs, it is often difficult to opt for truly worthwhile kits. The undoubted leaders in production are European countries: Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, Austria. Below are some companies that are rightfully recognized as one of the best.
- German food appliance manufacturer Gipfel represents an original and at the same time simple in its design set of stainless steel polished to a perfect shine. Decorative ornaments on each table accessory are gilded, which adds aristocracy to them. In addition to standard accessories for eating, the set includes a soup ladle for first courses, a spoon for serving sauces, forks for serving meat and devices for salad, tongs for refining.
Devices from the German manufacturer are stored in a suitcase made of leather or metal, which is equipped with a combination lock for safety.
- Designed for 12 people, a set of accessories for a feast from another German brand Zillinger presented in a mahogany and marble chest. The total weight of the chest with the instruments is 10 kg.Buyers note the high quality of stainless steel with antibacterial properties, sufficient sharpness of the knives, which allows you to cut meat into portion pieces. The design of the devices is restrained, which also causes positive feedback. Thanks to the strictest control in production, the company is ready to give a guarantee on its products for a quarter of a century.
- German brand of cutlery Royal produces sets of high-quality medical steel, with a mirror coating. Metal does not change the taste and quality of food consumed. Recognizable patterns are applied to knives, spoons and forks by plasma spraying, so they do not lose their appearance for a long time. Products are made by hand, under comprehensive quality control. Kits are sold at an affordable price in an ergonomic wood-style suitcase.
- The tableware of the Austrian brand is not inferior in quality Hoffburg. Like Royal appliances, the forks and knives of this brand are made of 18/10 plasma-engraved steel. A box for table accessories is presented in a wooden or leather version. Products suitable for washing in a dishwasher.
- Belgian manufacturer Bergoff produces high-quality low-cut design cutlery that fits equally well in a festive feast and a quiet family dinner. Regular use of the devices does not affect the appearance of the accessories, which will help to maintain the presentability of the kit for a long time. The price of the sets is impressive, but the quality is at its best.
What to look for when choosing?
It is worth remembering that not always a high price is the guarantor of the quality and durability of devices for eating. Taking note of some tips, you can easily and without damage to your wallet become the owner of a good set of tableware.
- An important aspect is the material from which the knives with forks are made. Stainless steel is considered the ideal material for appliances - durable and inexpensive. Such cutlery is picky in care. For those wishing to purchase an elite and original set, a nickel silver or nickel silver is suitable. Such sets cost a lot, since cupronickel tableware sets are rarely found on sale, and nickel silver is additionally coated with such noble metals as gold or silver. The status and prosperity of the family will be emphasized by a set of silver, however, accessories can not be called practical for every day, because of the softness of the metal.
- The surface of the instruments should be flat and shiny. If, according to the manufacturer’s intention, the devices are dull, then they should not have spots or scuffs.
- The weight of the device taken in the hand should be palpable, and at the bending point there is usually a thickening, which allows to increase the strength and durability of the food accessories.
- The presence of a sharp synthetic smell from the appliances on the store shelf may indicate that the forks and knives are made of poor quality material. Often their price is quite low.
Care Features
After the acquisition, even high-quality appliances need careful care. Do not rub them with abrasive sponges, soak in salted or acidic solution. Forks and spoons made of precious materials should be treated similarly to jewelry. Almost all branded sets can be washed in a dishwasher, which greatly simplifies the life of housewives. Forks and spoons from a stainless steel are unpretentious in leaving.
It is enough to wash them in a timely manner, and if darkening occurs, treat the accessories with a weak vinegar or lemon solution.
Dear cupronickel and silver appliances, as well as products from nickel silver, must be rinsed after washing in a soda solution, for which 50 g of soda per liter of water is taken. Precious metal models require care with special paste for jewelry and cleaning wipes.This will help preserve the noble appearance of accessories. If forks and knives have ceramic or enamel elements, then they should not be washed in a dishwasher, but they should be carefully removed by hand.
An overview of the cutlery set for 72 Reality items can be found in the video below.