Custom Printed Plates Singapore: Ceramic vs Melamine, Sizes & Printing
A printed plate is a surprisingly versatile branded item — a full-colour canvas for restaurants, events and merchandise. But the material decides everything: how it’s used, whether it survives, and how premium it feels. Before you order custom printed plates, here’s how ceramic and melamine compare, plus sizes and printing.
The 30-second version: ceramic is premium and microwave-safe but breakable; melamine is near-unbreakable and great for kids, outdoors and busy F&B. Match the material to the setting, and full-colour print the design. Our default MOQ is 200 pieces, though it isn’t strict — smaller runs are often possible when a style is in stock or the artwork is simplified.
Ceramic vs melamine
| Ceramic | Melamine | |
|---|---|---|
| Feel | Premium, weighty | Light, durable plastic |
| Durability | Breakable if dropped | Near-unbreakable |
| Microwave | Yes | No (not microwave-safe) |
| Best for | Premium gifts, dining | Kids, outdoor, busy F&B |
Sizes & printing
Common sizes run from small side/dessert plates (~17–20cm) to dinner plates (~25–28cm). Both ceramic and melamine take full-colour printing — the whole face is a canvas for a design, logo or pattern. For ceramic, decals/sublimation give vivid, dishwasher-durable results; melamine is printed and sealed during moulding. Decide whether the plate is for use (food-safe surface) or display.
For F&B & kids
Restaurants, cafes and kids’ gifts have specific needs — see our guide to custom plates for restaurants, cafes & kids. Plates pair with branded cutlery sets for full tableware. Browse styles in our custom plates range.
Choosing custom plates?
Tell us the use and quantity and we’ll recommend ceramic or melamine — costed in one business day.
Frequently asked questions
Ceramic or melamine plates?
Ceramic is premium, weighty and microwave-safe but breakable — best for dining and premium gifts. Melamine is light and near-unbreakable (not microwave-safe) — best for kids, outdoor and busy F&B use.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Our default MOQ is 200 pieces, but it isn’t strict — smaller runs are often possible when a style is in stock or the artwork is simplified.
