I like fairly lightweight bowls. Not as light as Corelle but not thick and heavy either. Where do they fall for weight?
238167
They fall between lightweight and heavy (Fiesta). About middle of the road.
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The reason I bought these bowls was because the lightweight ones I had heated up to the point they were hard to handle when putting in Microwave for a minute or so. These bowls are the answer to me. While they heat up also, but not to the extent as my bowls that came in a dish set; I am much more comfortable with these. I live alone and cook for myself. I use a bowl to scramble 2 eggs in it without having the contents fly all over the place, they are that large. I use the bowls to place enough left over hot dish in them to feed myself. They are definitely a good upgrade, I am totally satisfied with the purchase. The reason I bought these bowls was because the lightweight ones I had heated up to the point they were hard to handle when putting in Microwave for a minute or so. These bowls are the answer to me. While they heat up also, but not to the extent as my bowls that came in a dish set; I am much more comfortable with these. I live alone and cook for myself. I use a bowl to scramble 2 eggs in it without having the contents fly all over the place, they are that large. I use the bowls to place enough left over hot dish in them to feed myself. They are definitely a good upgrade, I am totally... » Read More The reason I bought these bowls was because the lightweight ones I had heated up to the point they were hard to handle when putting in Microwave for a minute or so. These bowls are the answer to me. While they heat up also, but not to the extent as my bowls that came in a dish set; I am much more comfortable with these. I live alone and cook for myself. I use a bowl to scramble 2 eggs in it without having the contents fly all over the place, they are that large. I use the bowls to place enough left over hot dish in them to feed myself. They are definitely a good upgrade, I am totally satisfied with the purchase. « Show Less
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I guess not weighty enough to resist having arrived broken. I had to send them back.
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You will like these. I felt same way....did not want any more heavy stoneware type.....did not like Corelle's light weight. These are right in the middle of that difference. We have had these about 6 months, very happy with quality.
238171
They are heavier than Corelle but not much heavier. They're just about right (for us).
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Corelle plates from Walmart are much lighter. The main reason I got this set was because it looks pretty compared to the regular walmart ones, but mos of the rr cups and bowls have chipped away in 1 yr of usage.
1968308
No idea how they compare to Nordic Ware, but I've been microwaving Corelle for quite some time. They're chip/break/shatter resistant, so I would not worry much about the dishwasher; I've seen a bowl fall off the counter and bounce, completely unscathed.Edit: Corelle dishes are made of Vitrelle glass.
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Heavy and light are pretty relative terms. The dishes are stoneware -- not fine china. Each individual plate is not particularly heavy, but a stack of 8 requires two hands. They are NOT as heavy as, say, Yorktown. These dishes are about the thickness of melamine plates and a little thicker than Corelle but not as thick as Fiesta ware.
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I have the Vanilla Rice set, and I think they are just right. Lighter than stoneware, but feel substantial in the hand. They are not fragile dishes. I have pretty serious Arthritis in my neck, shoulders, and hands, and I have no trouble with them.
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I don't know the actual weight of the bowl but I can tell you it is a very sturdy bowl. I bought this as a gift for my daughter-in-law so I have seen it, and used it once to make potatoe salad and it is a good bowl. If you are worried about it being too heavy I would say it is not, but it is not like the light weight sets you see in the department stores. I was impressed with the bowl and she liked it too so I will complete the set for her and I think it is a good product. If I have not answered your question please ask what you would like and if you want the exact weight I will have her weigh it for me. We are in NV and she is in OR. Don't hesitate to ask. Happy Shopping.......... I don't know the actual weight of the bowl but I can tell you it is a very sturdy bowl. I bought this as a gift for my daughter-in-law so I have seen it, and used it once to make potatoe salad and it is a good bowl. If you are worried about it being too heavy I would say it is not, but it is not like the light weight sets you see in the department stores. I was impressed with the bowl and she liked it too so I will complete the set for her and I think it is a good product. If I have not answered your question please ask what you would like and if you want the exact weight I will have her... » Read More I don't know the actual weight of the bowl but I can tell you it is a very sturdy bowl. I bought this as a gift for my daughter-in-law so I have seen it, and used it once to make potatoe salad and it is a good bowl. If you are worried about it being too heavy I would say it is not, but it is not like the light weight sets you see in the department stores. I was impressed with the bowl and she liked it too so I will complete the set for her and I think it is a good product. If I have not answered your question please ask what you would like and if you want the exact weight I will have her weigh it for me. We are in NV and she is in OR. Don't hesitate to ask. Happy Shopping.......... « Show Less
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The dishes are so nice. We have loved them. They are not quite as heavy as fiesta but close. A lot more thick and sturdy than corelle. And they have that smooth finish like corelle.
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I used the stainless steel bowl at my sister's house and I think the glass bowl weighs more. Hope this helps.
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The dinner plates are 10 1/4; small plates 7 1/4 ; bowls 7 1/4 across -hold about 8-oz-cereal bowl or small soup-they are shallow but work fine; mugs hold about 8 oz also. I really am enjoying my 2 sets. They look good with lots of different kinds of food (colors )on them but the scalloped/fluted edge give them a touch of class. I had other Corelle for years and wanted to update.I haven't used the mugs really mainly because I have others I enjoy using but they are more usable than my old style ones.
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Thin? Not too thin. It's a lovely, everyday China. Someone commented on the size of the bowls bring too large, but for everyday, they are great! Very pleased with our choice.
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the plates are very light. not heavy like the plates in restaurants or diners.
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yes, they are lighter than ceramic or glass. I just bought the martha stewart bowls that are even ligher and have lids
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They are heavy. I would compare them to stoneware vs. corelle. So far, we have had no trouble, whatsoever, with our dishes. There was some trouble with shipping, a plate or something broke, but they did not hesitate to replace our order. We do use the dishwasher on our set; we have had no chipping thus far. We are completely satisfied with our order of these dishes. Thanks for asking.Ben Graff
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These bowls are not heavy and not really 'light'. They're somewhere in-between, I would say.
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Corelle is known for being little weight. That is why I selected this product. I was having trouble handling other dinnerware because the of the weight. I recommend this product if you are looking for pretty dinnerware that is so easy to handle. All patterns are painted on the Corelle.
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They are not heavy but not too fragile either. I am very pleased with these dishes.
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They are not quite as heavy as Fiestaware or other stoneware-type dishes I have owned. Neither are they likely to be as durable. They are beautiful. I bought them as a housewarming gift for our daughter. She loves them.