Rolli Melamine

Rolli tableware is made from 100% melamine that’s free of BPA and all phthalates. It’s a non-fragile alternative to ceramic tableware that you can use outdoors as well as for everyday meals. It has a substantial feel and a high rim to contain saucier foods.  You can use it with hot foods below 70ºC and you can put it in the dishwasher but do not microwave. We recommend avoiding the use of steak knives to keep your Rolli plate surface looking smooth. Although Rolli is non-fragile in most situations, it can sometimes break if dropped with enough force on a hard surface like tile or concrete.

Bamboo Tableware

Our bamboo tableware is less fragile than glass or ceramic and very lightweight - ideal for patio, poolsides or picnics, as well as everyday use.

It’s made from a durable composite of bamboo and melamine utilizing the waste scrap from chopstick factories that would otherwise be discarded. The bamboo scraps are gathered from bamboo kitchenware manufacturers and ground into powder. The bamboo powder is mixed with corn starch and a non-toxic food-grade resin and poured into a mold. Each piece is set with a heat process that binds it together. Machinery is manually operated and individual pieces are hand polished.

Bamboo is a fast growing resource cultivated without fertilizers or pesticides and manufacturing bamboo composite tableware requires little water and energy especially compared to ceramic tableware production. 

This product is meant to be re-used repeatedly and is not compostable or biodegradable in a home compost. The melamine binder ensures durability and increases longevity. With a little care bamboo-melamine tableware will last for many years.

Tableware Testing

All our tableware is free of PVC, BPA and all phthalates. We routinely test it to ensure it meets the highest safety standards for food contact materials.

Blankets

Our woven throw blankets are made from 100% cotton with 25% of the cotton from recycled sources. They are OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified which ensures that the materials have been tested and proven to be free of any harmful, toxic chemicals. They can be machine washed on cold gentle cycle, and dried on cool or line dry.

Design and Manufacturing

All our products are designed in Canada and shipped from our Toronto warehouse. Our bamboo and melamine tableware is manufactured in China in facilities that have been third party audited and that uphold health and safety standards, humane work hours and fair wages.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is the tableware dishwasher safe?
Yes, as long as the water is no hotter than 70ºC or 158ºF.  We recommend using the top rack and no prolonged soaking.

Can it go in the microwave?
No. Bamboo and/or melamine tableware should not be heated in a microwave. Heating to high temperatures can melt the material, potentially causing migration of the resin binder.

Will it scratch?
Normal forks and knives will not scratch the surface but the use of steak knives is not recommended.

What happens if I drop it on the ground?
This product is not likely to shatter like glass or ceramic and will not usually break when dropped, but it may crack or chip if it hits a hard surface like tile or concrete with enough force.

More Questions?
Send us an email. We’re always happy to hear from you and will do our best to respond quickly!