Collection: Cutlery

How much cutlery do you need?

Match the set size to your household and how you entertain. A cutlery set is usually sized by place settings — a 24-piece set covers six people (the knife fork spoon set plus dessert spoon each), a 56 or 72-piece set covers larger households and dinner parties, often adding serving pieces. As a rule, buy for your household size plus enough for the guests you usually host, so you're not short at a dinner. A dinner set cutlery choice for a couple might be a 16 or 24-piece set; a family that entertains wants more. Count your regular table plus a buffer for visitors.

What makes good cutlery?

The steel grade and finish matter most. Look for 18/10 or 18/8 stainless steel — the numbers refer to the chromium and nickel content, which give corrosion resistance and a lasting shine; 18/10 is the higher quality, resisting rust and staying bright. Cutlery should feel balanced and comfortable in the hand, with a good weight — too light feels cheap, too heavy feels awkward. Check the finish (mirror-polished or matte) and that the edges are smooth. Quality cutlery lasts decades and stays looking good; cheap thin cutlery bends, stains and dulls. It's a buy-once item worth getting right.

Can cutlery go in the dishwasher?

Most stainless steel cutlery is dishwasher-safe, but a few habits keep it looking its best. Rinse off salty or acidic food before it sits, since prolonged contact can mark even good steel. Don't let cutlery soak for long periods. In the dishwasher, avoid overcrowding the basket so pieces don't rub, and separate stainless from any silver-plated pieces. Dry promptly to avoid water spots. Higher-grade 18/10 steel handles the dishwasher better and resists spotting. Treated sensibly, quality stainless cutlery stays bright through years of dishwasher use; letting it soak in salty water is what causes marks.

Common questions

What size cutlery set do I need?
A 24-piece set covers six people; 56 or 72-piece sets suit larger households and entertaining. Buy for your household plus enough for the guests you usually host.

What does 18/10 mean on cutlery?
The numbers are the chromium and nickel content in the stainless steel, giving corrosion resistance and shine. 18/10 is higher quality, resisting rust and staying bright longer than 18/0.

What makes good cutlery?
18/10 or 18/8 stainless steel, a balanced comfortable weight, and a smooth finish. Quality cutlery lasts decades and stays bright, while cheap thin cutlery bends, stains and dulls.

Is cutlery dishwasher-safe?
Most stainless cutlery is, but rinse off salty and acidic food first, don't let it soak, and dry promptly to avoid spots. Higher-grade 18/10 steel handles the dishwasher best.

Can I pay for cutlery with buy now pay later?
Yes. Afterpay, Zip, Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4 all split it into four fortnightly payments. A $49 cutlery set is around 4 × $12.25.

Set the table

Cutlery pairs with the rest of the table. Add drinkware for the setting, kitchen knives for prep, and food storage for the kitchen.

A $49 cutlery set splits into four fortnightly payments of $12.25 with Afterpay, and Zip, Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4 work the same way. Everything ships from our Australian warehouse within 1–2 business days, with a 12-month warranty and 30 days to change your mind. We're family-run and Australian, going since 2016, rated 4.66 out of 5 across 5,363 reviews.