Simons Maison
Colourful Utensils Set Of 16
This 16-piece cutlery set, designed in Canada as a Simons Maison exclusive, includes four forks, four knives, four spoons, and four teaspoons. Utensils have polished stainless steel heads with olive-green rectangular handles secured by metal rivets. The set is dishwasher safe but may experience premature wear, and should be kept away from heat sources.
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Style
- modern
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Flatware > Flatware Sets
Color
Size
Specifications
16-piece stainless steel utensil set with a modern chic design, includes forks, knives, spoons, and teaspoons.
Easy-care, dishwasher safe, keep away from heat sources.
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Style
- modern
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Flatware > Flatware Sets
Additional Attributes
- stainless steel
- modern
- chic
- easy-care
- dishwasher safe
- keep away from heat sources
- 16-piece set
- 4 forks, 4 knives, 4 spoons, 4 teaspoons
- Simons Maison exclusive
- designed in Canada
Product Insights
Simons Maison's 16-piece cutlery set at CAD 45 (about CAD 2.81 per utensil) combines a PVD coating that is four times harder than chrome (>1,400 HV) for scuff resistance, uses inert materials safe with all foods, and preserves a balanced hand feel, but buyers must rinse after acidic foods, avoid heat, and dishwash sparingly to preserve color, and the set comes only in green (though some received pink) and lacks a salad fork; recipients are delighted with its sturdiness and exclusivity, but long delivery times mean ordering early for gifts.
- Durability
PVD coating resists scuffs at >1,400 HV and won't chip or peel.
Why this is supported
The PVD finish is a ceramic layer molecularly bonded into the stainless steel, so it is integral to the metal and will not chip or peel like painted or electroplated flatware.
Lab tests show Vickers hardness >1,400 HV—four times harder than chrome.
kaimeihousewares.comThis high hardness resists fine scuffs from utensil-on-utensil contact in storage, and the layer itself is extremely thin:
Measured at just 2–3 microns, the PVD coating adds no perceptible weight or bulk to the fork tines or spoon bowls
PVD coating durability and long-term care — ultra_thin_weightless_finish. So the coating provides strong protection without affecting the utensil's balanced hand feel.
- Food safety
PVD coating uses same inert materials as medical implants, safe with all foods.
Why this is supported
The titanium nitride coating is chemically inert and biocompatible, registered as FDA-compliant and used in the same class of materials as medical implants.
The materials used, like titanium nitride, are biocompatible and inert. This means they don't react with food or your body. They are the same class of materials used for medical implants like pacemakers, guaranteeing their safety.
xrcutlery.comSo the coating does not react with acidic dressings or salty foods, making it safe for all courses without off-taste or health concerns.
- Care
Rinse after acidic foods and avoid heat to preserve colour; dishwash sparingly.
Why this is supported
The product's heat advisory is a colour-maintenance instruction, not a safety concern:
The 'keep away from heat sources' advisory on the product listing is a maintenance instruction to prevent warping or accelerated color fading, not a safety hazard — PVD coatings themselves boast excellent resistance to high temperatures, so incidental contact with a hot spoon or steam during serving is harmless.
Food safety of PVD colour coating — heat_warning_as_a_care_note_not_a_safety_alarmTo preserve the coloured coating, manufacturers advise rinsing soon after acidic foods and using mild detergents:
Avoid prolonged contact with acidic food remnants. If particularly stubborn marks appear, add a glass of vinegar to the final rinse and wipe with a soft cloth.
kaimeihousewares.comThe product itself notes that while dishwasher safe, repeated cycles can accelerate wear:
Yes, they are labeled dishwasher safe, but repeated washes may cause premature wear of the colored coating over time [1].
Are the colors dishwasher-safe and fade-resistant over repeated washes?So for longest colour life, buyers should rinse after acids, avoid bleach, and limit dishwasher use.
- Sturdiness
Buyers report the set is much sturdier than expected, due to a PVD coating four times harder than chrome.
Why this is supported
Customer review:
Really nice set Much sturdier than I was expecting I only wish there was a salad fork, too
Customer review, January 5, 2026Lab tests confirm the coating's Vickers hardness >1,400 HV—four times harder than chrome, correlating with the robust feel. Additionally, the coating has excellent high-temperature resistance, and the $45 price point makes this level of coating durability uncommon for colourful flatware.
- Handle feel
The thin PVD coating preserves a balanced hand feel and a robust grip without bulk.
Why this is supported
The handle's hard, smooth finish provides a noticeably more robust grip compared to the rubberized soft-touch handles on some similarly priced colourful sets. Meanwhile, the coating is measured at just 2–3 microns thick:
Measured at just 2–3 microns, the PVD coating adds no perceptible weight or bulk to the fork tines or spoon bowls, so the utensils preserve the same balanced hand feel as uncoated stainless steel without any plasticky or tacky sensation.
PVD coating durability and long-term care — ultra_thin_weightless_finish- Color options
Only green is offered; buyers have previously received pink.
Why this is supported
The product is currently listed with only a green color option under 'Color'. However, customer reviews confirm that a pink variant has been purchased:
Gift for my pink loving daughter, she is very happy with this set
Customer review, January 30, 2026Another review expresses satisfaction with the colour:
Love the colour and style , so happy with this purchase
Customer review, July 20, 2025The pink variant likely came from a previous seasonal offering, as Simons Maison's home collection rotates frequently:
The selection isn't big, but it's well curated. And it changes all the time.
montrealgazette.comThis explains the discrepancy and underscores the need to confirm available colors before purchase.
- Design narrative
Designed in-house by Simons Maison and exclusive to a rotating collection.
Why this is supported
The set originates from Simons Maison’s in-house design team, a departure from generic imports. A Montreal Gazette profile notes:
She and her fellow buyers and designer Audrey Rodrigue source and create the Simons bed linens, bath accessories and kitchenware, some of which is sourced from other companies, the rest designed in-house.
montrealgazette.comThe kitchenware line, including this utensil set, is part of a carefully curated rotation. Merchandising manager Jason Templeton explains:
The selection isn’t big, but it’s well curated. And it changes all the time.
montrealgazette.comThe set carries the Simons Maison exclusive badge, available only through Simons’ own channels, reinforcing its curated fashion-home positioning.
- Per-unit price
About CAD 2.81 per utensil, 16-piece set at $45 CAD.
Why this is supported
Priced at $45 CAD, the set of 16 utensils yields approximately $2.81 per utensil, calculated from the listing price and piece count. This per-piece value positions the Canadian-designed set as an affordable entry into fashion-branded flatware.
- Gift appeal
Buyers report the set as a cheerful gift for color lovers.
Why this is supported
Customer reviews highlight the set’s appeal as a gift, particularly for color enthusiasts. One says:
Gift for my pink loving daughter, she is very happy with this set
Customer review, January 30, 2026Another buyer remarks:
Love the colour and style , so happy with this purchase
Customer review, July 20, 2025- Build quality
Buyers say it’s sturdier than expected for the price.
Why this is supported
A customer review specifically notes the build quality exceeds expectations:
Really nice set Much sturdier than I was expecting
Customer review, January 5, 2026This aligns with Simons Maison’s emphasis on quality in its home collection.
- Salad fork
Buyers report the 16-piece set lacks a salad fork.
Why this is supported
The 16-piece set includes 4 forks, 4 knives, 4 spoons, and 4 teaspoons — no dedicated salad fork, a gap noted by a verified buyer:
I only wish there was a salad fork, too
Customer review, January 5, 2026This omission reflects the set's casual dining orientation; buyers wanting a full place setting for multiple courses must repurpose a standard fork or source an additional one separately. The Simons Maison-exclusive green handles with visible rivets make it unlikely to find a matching salad fork elsewhere, risking visual inconsistency if supplemented.
- Gift reception
Recipients are delighted with the sturdy, exclusive Simons Maison set
Why this is supported
Buyer reviews confirm recipients are
very happy
Customer review, January 30, 2026with the set. One noted it is
. The design story adds appeal: Simons Maison's exclusive Canadian-designed collection is
well curated
montrealgazette.comand changes frequently. The PVD colour finish is molecularly bonded and
, while the ultra-thin coating keeps the utensils feeling balanced and heavy.
- Gift considerations
Set lacks salad fork; order early; hand washing preserves colour
Why this is supported
Buyers note
I only wish there was a salad fork, too
Customer review, January 5, 2026. The set is dishwasher safe but
repeated washes may cause premature wear of the colored coating over time
Are the colors dishwasher-safe and fade-resistant over repeated washes?, and the 'keep away from heat sources' advisory is a care note, not a safety warning. Delivery times can be long, so order in advance.
- Delivery time
A buyer reported a very long delivery time; order early for gifts.
Why this is supported
A single buyer review reported a significantly long delivery time, emphasizing the need for early ordering for gift occasions.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Multiple place utensils (knives, forks, tablespoons, teaspoons) arranged on a tiled surface; each utensil has a rectangular olive-green handled tang with visible round metal rivets and stainless steel functional ends.
- Handle shapeStraight rectangular handles with slightly rounded short edges and flat broad faces, consistent across the utensils shown.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.54 · w 0.22 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.12 · w 0.24 · h 0.44 (high) - Handle color finishOpaque olive-green lacquer or plastic finish on each handle with a subtle satin sheen.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.54 · w 0.22 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.12 · w 0.24 · h 0.44 (high) - RivetsSmall circular metal rivets set along the length of the handles; most handles show a vertical series of three round rivets.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.62 · w 0.06 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.24 · w 0.04 · h 0.22 (high) - Utensil heads materialPolished stainless steel heads for knives, forks and spoons with a satin-to-mirror finish; knives show brushed flat faces.
2 regions
x 0.44 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.26 · y 0.44 · w 0.48 · h 0.32 (high) - Fork tinesForks display four straight tines with narrow spacing; tines are integrated into the polished steel neck.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.58 · w 0.14 · h 0.20 (high) - Spoon bowlsBoth large and small spoon bowls visible; bowls are smooth, rounded and reflective with soft shadows inside.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.36 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.66 · w 0.14 · h 0.20 (high) - Knife blade profileKnives have a single-piece steel blade with a gently curved cutting edge and a flat broad side; some blades show a brushed texture.
2 regions
x 0.72 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.26 · y 0.48 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high) - ArrangementUtensils are arranged in diagonal rows across the frame with consistent spacing and alternating types visible.
Other
Angled top-down product shot on a pale beige square-tiled surface with directional lighting from the top-right producing soft shadows.
- Background surfacePale beige square tiles with recessed grout lines forming a grid beneath the utensils.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowsDirectional light from the upper-right casts elongated soft shadows of the utensils toward the lower-left.
- Shot compositionImage framed to show multiple utensil rows with some utensil ends cropped at the top and right edges.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.00 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high)
Colors
olive green· handlesstainless silver· metal heads and bladesmetal silver· handle rivets- Handle shapeStraight rectangular handles with slightly rounded short edges and flat broad faces, consistent across the utensils shown.
- 02
Product
Close-up of four flatware pieces laid diagonally: two spoons, one fork, and one knife. All have polished stainless-steel working ends and olive-green rectangular handles secured with visible round metal rivets.
- Spoon bowlsTwo stainless-steel spoon bowls visible, slightly concave with reflective matte highlights and thin rolled rims; one spoon is nearer the top edge and one nearer the center of the image.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.55 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.22 · w 0.55 · h 0.24 (high) - Fork headFork tines are stainless steel, four evenly spaced straight tines with a shallow curve at the base connecting to the neck; tines point toward the right edge.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.40 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (high) - Knife bladePolished stainless-steel knife blade visible at lower right, straight edged with a subtle reflective surface and the blade lying nearly flat on the background.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.72 · w 0.58 · h 0.18 (high) - HandlesOlive-green rectangular handles with slightly chamfered long edges and a glossy finish; each handle is fastened with round silver rivets set flush with the handle surface.
3 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.60 · w 0.48 · h 0.17 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.36 · w 0.48 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.20 · w 0.48 · h 0.12 (high) - Join between handle and metal shankVisible metal shanks transition from the handles to the utensil heads with a smooth polished finish and a narrow neck area where the metal meets the handle.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (medium)
Other
Studio-style close-up on a tiled beige surface with soft directional lighting from upper left and shallow depth of field causing gentle background blur.
- Background surfaceBeige square tiles with grout lines forming a regular grid; surface has a slightly textured matte finish and casts soft shadows from the utensils.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused light from the upper-left produces subtle highlights on metal surfaces and soft directional shadows toward the lower-right.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionDiagonal arrangement of utensils from bottom-left toward top-right; image cropped so some utensil ends extend beyond the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
olive green· handlesstainless silver· metal heads and blades#A19694- Spoon bowlsTwo stainless-steel spoon bowls visible, slightly concave with reflective matte highlights and thin rolled rims; one spoon is nearer the top edge and one nearer the center of the image.
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Customer Reviews
6 total6 reviews · out of 5
Magnifique
Magnifique
Great Colour
Love them.
Cute and sturdy
Really nice set! Much sturdier than I was expecting. I only wish there was a salad fork, too. Otherwise, great!
Very nice
Gift for my pink loving daughter, she is very happy with this set , but the delivery time took forever .
Jolie et actuelle
Jolie et actuelle
Love this
Love the colour and style , so happy with this purchase