Colour Finish Cutlery Set, 24 Piece

Twenty-four pieces, service for six: six table knives, six forks, six dessert spoons and six teaspoons. It is the set most households actually need, and buying it in one go is far cheaper and more coherent than assembling a drawer piece by piece over several years.

The steel is 18/10, which is the higher chromium and nickel grade used in good hotel cutlery. That specification is what keeps the finish bright, resists the pitting that shows up on cheaper flatware after a year of dishwashing, and gives each piece a bit of weight in the hand. The handles are rounded with a subtle taper rather than a hard edge, so they sit comfortably and do not dig in during a long meal.

Twelve finishes are offered, from the classic mirror silver through matt black, gold, rose gold and a range of two-tone combinations. The coloured finishes are applied as a hard coating over the steel rather than painted on, so they stand up to normal use. All are dishwasher safe, though rinsing off salt and acidic residue before loading will keep any coated finish looking new for longer. Avoid soaking overnight and dry promptly after washing. Stored in a drawer insert or a canteen tray, a set like this stays presentable for years rather than months.

• 24 pieces: 6 knives, 6 forks, 6 dessert spoons, 6 teaspoons
• Service for six
• Material: 18/10 stainless steel
• Twelve finishes available
• Rounded, tapered handles
• Rust and corrosion resistant
• Dishwasher safe - rinse off salt and acids first
• Do not soak; dry promptly after washing