Features and types
Disposable coloured plastic cutlery
The heart of the Dopla range available today is the line of disposable plastic knives in a wide colour palette: green, fuchsia, cream, orange, light blue, yellow, acid green. The packs contain 20 pieces, practical for setting tables for up to 20 guests without washing residue. The blue disposable spoons (20 pcs) complete the set for those who want fixed colour combinations.
This line is designed for single events — a party, a christening, a picnic — where the main advantage is eliminating washing after the event.
Reusable PS forks Reuse
Dopla also offers a reusableline: the Compact forks in PS in pink, light blue, fuchsia and red, in packs of 15 pieces, plus the transparent PS model with 20 pcs. They are designed to withstand up to 20 dishwasher cycles, which makes them suitable for those who organise recurring parties, catering or prefer to reduce plastic waste compared to traditional disposables.
The forks in pink and light blue are a practical choice for christenings and baby showers with a defined colour theme, whilst red pairs well with Christmas or Valentine's Day tables.
Paper roll tablecloths
The Dopla paper roll tablecloth disposable (1.20×7 m) is available in black. It covers up to 7 linear metres of table and can be cut with ordinary scissors to the exact size needed. Black is a versatile choice: it works for elegant dinners, graduation parties and dark-themed settings.
For those looking for tablecloths in other colours or in washable fabric, you can broaden your search with tablecloths and table linens available on L'Arcolaio.
How to choose
Disposable or reusable?
If you're organising a one-off event — a birthday, a christening, a picnic — and want to avoid washing afterwards, disposable cutlery is the quickest choice. If, on the other hand, you use plastic crockery regularly (recurring parties, catering, summer garden use), the PS Reuse line reduces costs over time and produces less waste for each event.
How to match colours to your table
Dopla allows you to create a coordinated table by working with the palette of available cutlery. Some combinations work well:
- Pink + fuchsia for feminine baby showers and feminine christenings
- Light blue for male christenings and spring confirmations
- Black (tablecloth) + dark or silver cutlery for graduation parties and elegant dinners
- Green, orange, yellow for summer barbecues, food festivals and themed parties
If you're looking for a complete setting for more structured ceremonies, you can combine Dopla products with the Bigiemme range for party kits and sets, or look at disposable crockery and accessories from other brands available on L'Arcolaio.
How many pieces do you need?
The packs of 20 knives cover a table for 20 guests, with little or no waste. For events with 30–40 people, order two packs of the same colour so the table remains uniform. The PS Reuse forks come in packs of 15: calculate at least one fork per person, two if the menu includes a pasta course and a main course.
For those looking for table solutions with a different character — porcelain, stoneware or reusable glasses — the choice expands with Gold Plast for polycarbonate glasses and with Tognana for porcelain crockery. For roll tablecloths and coordinated table linens, you'll also find a wide selection in the tablecloths and table linens section. Those evaluating alternative brands for everyday table use can also explore Fade.
FAQ — Frequently asked questions about Dopla
Can Dopla reusable cutlery go in the dishwasher?
Yes. The forks from the PS Reuse line (Compact in PS, available in pink, light blue, fuchsia, red and transparent) are designed to withstand up to 20 dishwasher cycles. The disposable coloured cutlery — knives and spoons — are not suitable for rewashing.
Can the Dopla roll tablecloth be cut?
Yes. The 1.20×7 m roll tablecloth can be cut with ordinary scissors to the size you need, without any special tools. You can adapt it to tables of any length or use it as a runner laid over a fabric tablecloth.
What occasions are Dopla products suitable for?
Birthdays, christenings, baby showers, First Communion, confirmations, graduations, garden barbecues, picnics, food festivals, catering and corporate buffets. The range of available colours allows you to adapt the table to the event's theme.
Where can I collect or order Dopla products?
L'Arcolaio has a selection of Dopla items at the shop in Pignataro Interamna (FR), a few minutes from Cassino exit on the A1, open Monday–Saturday 8:30–19:00 and Sunday 10:00–19:00. You can also order online with delivery throughout Italy and in 21 European countries.
