Do you think there is an optimal number of plates to have at any one time or is it just down to personal preference?

RPSigmaStigma · 2015-01-26T15:19:07+00:00

Blackdragon has a pretty good system he calls relationship boxes.

Furrealyo · 2015-01-26T13:30:27+00:00

Three is personally my sweet spot. Any more and it becomes unwieldy.

TheRedMoss · 2015-01-26T14:18:43+00:00

This came to mind http://i.imgur.com/BcnBRsx.jpg

But seriously. All preference. I had five when I was on holiday because it was just me and my hobbies besides them. Now that I'm back three is good.

RPthrowaway123 · 2015-01-26T13:34:14+00:00

I have 3 right now. Its the most I've ever had and I must say its challenging. I may have to cut one loose.

Casual_Tits · 2015-01-26T14:51:36+00:00

2-3 or none.

mooseman44 · 2015-01-26T18:03:37+00:00

I'd say you need to find a balance. You need enough plates for yourself, your family and any possible guests who come round and a few spares in case you break some.* Of course you have to keep the maximum load of the cupboard in mind because you do NOT want the cupboards to come off the walls.

Also, do consider whether you need them to be microwave/dishwasher safe as not all are and you also do NOT want to ruin expensive crockery this way, trust me.

Are you thinking of having a dinner party? The plates you use will be judged by your more discerning guests so how many and what types of plate you have is an important life decision.

*If you do break some, remember to use a dustpan and brush and sticky-tape to clear up any shards as they can cause nasty injuries.

apskidb · 2015-01-26T14:02:54+00:00

2 at the very least so you have somewhere else to go. 3 or more will give you enough variability to mitigate slipping up.

Remember re: plates. Always be replacing or bringing new ones into the rotation.

SemenMoustache · 2015-01-26T19:20:07+00:00

I can only handle 2 at a time. If I have 3 then I end up having to sacrifice something.

Work, gym, reading, hobbies, cleaning, family stuff, seeing mates, occasional nights out etc are more important uses of my time.

If I had more time then sure I'd see more, but this is what works for me and keeps me in check. Try for yourself and see what works.

b0jack_horseman · 2015-01-26T19:30:22+00:00

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Title	Do you think there is an optimal number of plates to have at any one time or is it just down to personal preference?
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Date	January 26, 2015 1:20 PM UTC (11 years ago)
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