Dinner Forks

Buy stylish dinner forks as part of your cutlery set

Dinner forks, like spoons and dinner knives, are an integral part of any cutlery set. They are set out for every meal, so they should be visually appealing. On this page you can find out the subtle difference between a table fork and a dinner fork, as well as the most important purchase criteria.

What you should look for when buying forks

You can buy a wide variety of forks in the ZWILLING online store. You can find out how to recognize a good table fork or dinner fork in the following overview.

Material thickness

So that the fork does not bend in the mouth or the dishwasher, it should have an appropriate material strength. A good rule of thumb is a thickness of 3.5 mm.

Material

Stainless steel forks are now the standard in modern tableware. They are available either polished to a high gloss or in a matt finish. Which version you choose is a matter of taste.

Slots

It is important that the slots between the tines are neatly worked. Otherwise they pose a risk of injury. The forks from the ZWILLING online store are ground so that there are no corners or edges.

Ergonomics

The fork should fit comfortably in the hand when eating. The dinner fork has a wider handle where its center of gravity lies. A good table fork or dinner fork allows you to eat without noticing its weight.

Dishwasher-safe

Table forks are used frequently, so they should be suitable for the dishwasher.

Elegant forks for your dining table

Cutlery is an important part of dining culture. For this reason, knives and forks should have design appeal and make a visual impact. The forks from the ZWILLING online store are made in a very high-quality design that is fun and immediately inviting to guests.

Are you missing a fork from your cutlery set?

It’s so annoying when a fork goes missing from a cutlery set. You can purchase individual forks from the ZWILLING online store. You will find table forks and dinner forks from all ZWILLING series.

What is the difference between table forks and dinner forks?

The terms dinner fork and table fork are often used interchangeably, but there is a small and subtle difference. Both the table fork and the dinner fork have four tines and both forks are used for eating the main course. The main difference is the size. A dinner fork is slightly larger than a table fork.

Stainless steel forks: The advantages

Table forks and dinner forks made of stainless steel are now an integral part of every kitchen. This is no coincidence, because stainless steel offers special advantages, especially when it comes to flatware.

Stainless steel forks look very high quality and ensure a stylish place setting on the table. It is very durable, insensitive to heat and cold, and also resistant to the ordeal of the dishwasher. 18/10 stainless steel is corrosion-resistant and therefore durable too.

NB: 18/10 stainless steel for forks

Some stainless steel flatware is coated with alloys that are delicate and not suitable for the dishwasher. The 18/10 stainless steel marking tells you that it is a high-quality chrome nickel steel that is highly robust and durable.

Looking for forks to go with your cutlery tray or want to replace a lost fork? Browse now for suitable forks and buy directly online.