Luminarc cookware: features, types and choices

Among the large number of modern manufacturers of dishes can distinguish those whose products combine the quality, beauty and affordability. Luminarc is one of these brands. Stylish and modern appliances decorate today not only apartments and houses, but also cafes, hotels, restaurants. We will understand what is the secret of the popularity of the dishes of this French brand.

Luminarc is one of 8 firms that are members of the Arc-International concern. The history of the company began in 1825. Then the factory specialized in the manufacture of bottles for wine. Today it is a recognized leader in the manufacture of glass products for professional and domestic needs.

Brand production facilities are located around the world. Therefore you should not be surprised to see on the packaging the name of the country in which the goods were produced. This may be China, France, Spain, USA, United Arab Emirates. Regardless of the place of production, all finished products consistently meet European standards.

The material used is high-quality tempered glass. To achieve the required strength, a special heat treatment is carried out. The quality and condition of raw materials is controlled at all stages of production. The combination of two centuries of tradition with modern technology allows you to get almost unbreakable items that can withstand strong temperature drops. In this case, the manufacturer guarantees the absence of lead and heavy metals in the product. Some products are even accompanied by a special mark, talking about it.

The range of the company is diverse:

• table, tea and coffee sets;
• drinking items (glasses, glasses, glasses, wine glasses, mugs);
• items for serving (jugs, sugar bowls, ice-cream bowls, oilers);
• food containers;
• heat-resistant containers (baking pans, pots);
• storage tanks for bulk solids;
• children's dishes.

All items are made of glass. Even cooking utensils are made without metal inserts. At the same time, the design of products is so diverse that you can find an option for every taste (more than 150 decorative options).

Luminarc cookware is delivered to 160 countries. This suggests that the popularity of the French company is not exaggerated. At the same time, success is achieved not by an aggressive marketing policy, but by a successful combination of practicality, aesthetic appeal and affordable cost. Products from the United Arab Emirates and France usually come to Russia.

The advantages of glass splendor Luminarc confirmed by numerous consumer reviews.

• Variety of assortment. The company offers dishes for various purposes. There are containers designed for cooking in the oven or heating dishes in the microwave. There are sets for tea drinking and feasts with a variety of dishes. There are serving items for buffets. In one store, if you wish, you can collect a complete set of dishes for the whole family, suitable for different occasions.
• Attractive design. Product design is also diverse. There are transparent, matte white and black objects.There are color products and models with a pattern. These are bright prints and delicate patterns. Also dishes varied in size and shape. The assortment is regularly updated, so here you can always find stylish new items.
• Strength. Tempered glass is 5 times stronger than usual. If you accidentally fall on the laminate, it can preserve the integrity (in the case of tile and stone - as lucky). You can not worry about the appearance of scratches. You can safely use forks, spoons, a knife. The condition of the plates will remain flawless.
• Security. Crockery has no sharp corners and edges, it can not be hurt. It is worth noting the environmental friendliness of the material itself and the paints used for decoration. In addition, glass has the lowest porosity of all materials, so it can not absorb anything in itself. That is why children's tableware brand is recommended even by experts.
• Durability. The company's products are designed for long-term daily operation. Paints as they are used are not erased and do not fade, chips do not appear. If you treat French glass with care and do not test it for strength, products can serve, without losing their attractiveness, for more than 10 years.
• Affordable price. Although glass tempering is an expensive process, finished products are sold at very affordable prices.
• Ease of care. To preserve the purity of the products do not need special preparations. You can safely wash the dishes with a sponge with ordinary detergent. Dirt from surfaces is easily and quickly removed. Also, any items from Luminarc can be placed in the dishwasher. This applies to both transparent and colored glass.
• Practicality. Brand products are resistant to low and high temperatures. Plates and other containers can be placed in the microwave. Heat-resistant forms also withstand the effects of the oven. Pans, on the other hand, can be used on all cooking surfaces except induction. However, some models are resistant to sudden and severe temperature changes, which allows you to put them in the microwave immediately after removal from the refrigerator.

There are practically no drawbacks, but still it is worth noting some nuances.

• Chance of damage on impact. The company's products are highly durable, but still “unkillable” it cannot be called. Everything has a limit. Therefore, you should not specifically carry out tests of strength, dropping the dishes on the hard floor or throwing it into the wall. The risk of damage to the integrity of the product or the appearance of cracks in this case is still there.
• Some restrictions on operation. When buying it is important to read the instructions for using a particular item. The fact is that models differ in manufacturing technology. In the microwave, you can put the usual tempered glass, but in the oven - only borosilicate. Plates and salad bowls are not designed for the oven. Heat-resistant forms can not be put on the stove. In addition, even containers resistant to temperature extremes should not be left empty on a hot plate. It is also undesirable to pour cold water into a red-hot pan.

Brand dinner sets are designed for 4 or 6 people. The bundle of most kits includes 18 or 19 items. These are dinner, dessert and soup plates (6 pieces each). Also, in many cases there is a rather large salad bowl. The most popular are the series "Carine" and "Diwali". The most spectacular options with a pattern include White Orchid, Lyric Intense, Water Color, Lotusia Prunella, Trompette and some others.

Tea and coffee sets of the company are represented by options designed for 2, 4 and 6 people. Cups and saucers are made of transparent, white, black, brown and colored glass. There are options with a pattern, round and square saucers. Some sets come with a teapot or coffee pot. Of the most original can be identified sets "Kashima Purple", "Estakan Zari"Those who prefer the classics like “Evolution”, “Trianon”.

For those who wish to purchase as much as possible dishes in the same style, there are sets of 30 or 31 items, combining lunch, dessert and deep plates, cups and salad bowls. There are also larger sets, including 45 or 46 items. They also have tea pairs, glasses, jugs with lids.

Interestingly, on the supermarket shelves laconic sets of clear, white, gray or brown glass are more common (for example, “Trianon Graphite”, “Ocean Eclipse”). Therefore, if you want to buy something bright and unusual, you will have to contact the online store. The full range will allow you to choose the shape of the plates, the height and width of the cups, the degree of transparency of the glass, the shade, the packaging, etc.

Salad bowls are presented by the company in a wide range. Transparent and matte, with a lid and without it, monophonic and with a pattern - there are many options. The diameter of the containers varies from 10-12 to 30 cm. The shape and volume are also different.

You can choose the classic white version, which harmoniously fit into any serving.or spectacular black, which will be appropriate among the minimalist modern tableware. In transparent containers, berries, lettuce leaves, and small fruits will look especially good. Bright models will cheer up and appetite even in the gloomy day.

Covering the table while waiting for guests, the hostess puts various items on the table. Any of them can be found in the assortment of the French brand. For herring fish useful herring. Sugar, of course, should be served in a sugar bowl. Ice cream or another dessert will look great in an elegant ice-cream bowl. The company also offers butter cans for butter, jugs for water, compotes and other liquids.

Interesting tureen and bouillon. The first is much more practical than all the usual plates. Serving the soup in such dishes not only turns out more spectacular, but also allows you to save space on the table.

Bulonnits, despite the name, can be used not only to feed broth. For example, cappuccino can be poured into such wide volumetric cups, decorating it with whipped cream. Of course, it is very convenient to use such products for their intended purpose. For example, you can pour a portion of the already cooled soup from the pan and quickly heat it in the microwave.

Heat-resistant baking dish is ideal for cooking various dishes in the oven. Products are made of heat-resistant transparent and frosted glass. Forms are elegant, modern, ergonomic. This allows you to serve the finished dish on the table directly into the container, without transferring it to another dish.

Forms are sold individually and in sets of several items. Oval and round options are available. Side height and volume are different. Any of the forms can be used in the microwave. It is not allowed to use products on cooking surfaces of any type. The cost of one form - from 200 rubles.

Pans brand can be used in the oven, microwave, on any cooking surfaces, except induction. Models are made of heat-resistant vitroceramics. The material is resistant to temperature changes (from -40 to 800 degrees), does not emit harmful substances when heated, does not absorb odors. The pots can be put in the fridge, they are easy to clean. It is advisable only to protect the dishes from strong blows.

Elegant wine glasses, glasses and glasses made of French glass perfectly complement any bar. Beer lovers will enjoy roomy mugs, which are presented with options with and without decor. Fans of cocktails can get a set consisting of a shaker and 4 glasses.

For soft drinks, various glasses are offered. The volume of containers varies from 220 to 360 ml. Height, width, shape and colors are different. Glasses are sold by the piece, as well as in sets of 3, 4, 6 pieces. Of particular interest is the “Frost” series, products from which are painted using the “frosty” gradient technique.

Children's dishes Luminarc is created for kids with love. In addition to practicality, hygiene and safety of unbreakable objects, the brand takes into account the needs of kids in everything bright and attractive.

Small mugs, glasses, plates, salad bowls and bowls are decorated with images of the characters of all the beloved cartoons. Princess Disney, cheerful Mickey Mouse, Nemo fish, Planes, Cars - this is not the whole list of options. Such dishes, of course, attract the attention of the baby. There will be no more vagaries at the table, the restless appetite will increase. In addition, the child will be pleased that he is the owner of his own dishes.

You can purchase the whole set, made in a single design. Such a set will be a great idea for presenting friends or relatives to a child. A typical Luminarc children's set includes a dessert plate, a glass and a cup. Some options are complemented by a bowl or salad bowl.

You can also pick up several items that fit together. If friends already come to your child, you can beautifully decorate the festive table with the help of bright dishes from the French brand. Kids will be delighted with beautiful and interesting products.

Banks from shock-resistant glass with covers will be useful to any hostess. Herbs, cookies, and various bulk products can be stored in such containers. Products are durable, environmentally friendly, do not absorb odors, do not emit harmful substances. At the same time, the contents of the tank are clearly visible. The volume of Luminarc jars varies from 0.5 to 1 liter. In addition, you can choose one of two options: either a completely glass product, or a model with a plastic cover.

Containers with lids of the Pure Box series are an excellent solution for storing food in the refrigerator. Also, if you wish, you can take lunch with you to the nature or to the office. Products are absolutely tight. Thanks to the silicone gasket and special snaps, the safety of the contents is guaranteed. Even liquid products cannot spill if the container is turned over or shaken.

Products are resistant to temperature extremes. They can be kept in the refrigerator, reheat in the microwave. At the same time, products from this series are “breathing”. In the closed state, the container is completely sealed. However, if you want air to enter the container, you just need to open the valve in the lid. The shapes and sizes of containers are different. There are also models with a plastic grille inside for especially delicate products.

The Keep'N series is represented by containers that are most convenient to store. They are easy to put on each other, take up very little space. These models are not suitable for the transfer of liquid dishes, but they allow heating in the microwave and refrigerated storage.

Luminarc presents products in a wide range of colors. Connoisseurs of strict classics can find here white, black, gray products.Fans of bright colors can choose items in rich red, blue, green, turquoise, purple, orange, yellow tones. Romantic ladies are offered dishes made in delicate pink and blue hues. At the same time, each color is represented in the whole variety of semitones.

Today, many manufacturers produce dishes that resemble the appearance of the product Luminarc. However, the quality of such items is markedly different from the original. To be sure that before you dishes of the French brand, you should pay attention to some moments.

• Emblem. On the original dish always has a brand name. It is extruded on the material or printed on the product with indelible ink. It is located usually on the lower or inner side.
• Appearance of the material. There should be no irregularities, air bubbles and other defects. Branded tableware is always flat and smooth.
• The quality of the picture. If the item has a print, it must be clearly and evenly dyed.
• Price. Suspiciously low cost may indicate that you have a fake.

Choosing dishes, it is worth focusing on a few points.

• Purpose For serving pasta using deep plates. Medium depth plates are suitable for potatoes and other main courses. For soup - bouillon. For salads - containers with the same name. For fruit, pieces of cake - dessert plates. For ice cream sundaes. Select wine glasses for a certain type of alcohol is easy, since the official online store website they are divided into groups.
• The number of items. Here it is worth considering the number of people in the family. It is also worth thinking about how often you organize large parties with a large number of guests. It is desirable that the same devices enough for all.
• Design. It all depends on personal taste. If in doubt, you can take the white dishes without decor. She is always relevant and never get bored.

As already mentioned, there are no special recommendations for the use of Luminarc cookware. Handling it does not require special care, although it is not worthwhile to specifically subject it to strong shocks. You should also read the instructions for each product and use it only for its intended purpose (as already mentioned, you can not put the plates in the oven, and heat-resistant forms - on the stove).

Brand assortment is huge. Consider a few original options.

Connoisseurs of refined romance will enjoy the “Diwali Cyrus” set of 44 items. The image of fern leaves on the frosted glass looks stylish and incredibly gentle. Pripylennye shades create a dreamy mood, and the modernity of the forms makes the service very relevant.

Creative people who prefer the riot of colors, will appreciate the set of plates "Brush Mania", designed for 6 people. Orange, red and green colors harmoniously coexist in one set, uplifting and making every day brighter.

Customers who prefer spectacular contrasts can opt for the 19-piece Trianon Modern dinner set. The combination of black and white always looks fashionable. In this case, the dishes can be combined with any color tablecloths and other serving items.

And here is an example of an excellent set of dishes with a pan. The “Sixties” service is decorated in the spirit of abstract patchwork patterns. Plates, salad bowls, tea pairs, a large dish and a saucepan, made in the original red-gray-white tones, look very attractive. The set is for 6 people. A glass saucepan with a lid can be used in both microwave and oven (at t up to 200 degrees).

Most users love the Luminarc cookware. Products serve them not one year, without losing attractiveness and their properties. The material is resistant to scratches, chips, cracks. Some even consider it unbreakable, since after an accidental fall on the floor the object remained unharmed.

Wherein Owners of sets and individual items of the brand mark their lightness, convenience and great design. It is pleasant to eat from such dishes, it is not a shame to put it on the holiday table. It is easy to clean, withstands high temperatures and generally pleases buyers.

However, despite the fact that almost everyone recognizes Luminarc products as an example of the excellent ratio of affordable prices and good quality, there are reviews on the network about the strange "behavior" of some products. There are cases when the glass simply exploded for no apparent reason, flying apart into small pieces. The reason for this situation can only be a violation of production technology. Whether the “dangerous” dishes were branded or fake is unknown.

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