Product Description
Professional caterers require strict temperature control during busy service periods. Booking a stainless steel gastronorm lid - 1/1 full size hire provides a secure cover for standard 1/1 pans. This commercial-grade lid traps heat inside the container, keeping food warm from the kitchen preparation area to the front-of-house buffet line. You protect your dishes from airborne dust and maintain high hygiene standards at corporate conferences, university balls, and large-scale charity banquets.
Managing equipment logistics takes time, so Expo Hire operates a fully online booking system. You view live stock levels and pricing directly on the product page, eliminating the need for phone calls or waiting for quotes. We operate 11 regional depots, dispatching orders to venues direct from our network. On delivery day, you receive an SMS with an estimated arrival time and a live vehicle tracking link. We also remove the financial burden of large bookings by requiring no security deposit, allowing you to allocate your budget to other areas of your event.
Stainless Steel Gastronorm Lid - 1/1 Full Size Hire Options
Catering teams use these metal covers alongside chafing dishes and hot cupboards to manage high-volume food service. The solid construction withstands the rigours of commercial kitchens, outdoor festival setups, and temporary marquee catering tents. Every order includes a free minor damage waiver, covering accidental scratches or minor dents during your event. You can expand your temporary kitchen setup by browsing our complete category of catering equipment hire, or create dedicated preparation areas with our table hire options.
Product Specifications
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Size
- 1/1 Full Size (Standard Gastronorm)
Organising a large event requires accurate budgeting and dependable suppliers. You return the items to us after your event, and our warehouse team handles the washing and testing at our regional hubs. Delivery costs start from £40, calculated by road distance from your nearest depot. Add the required number of lids to your basket and confirm your dates online to secure your stock today.
Technical
This 1/1 full-size gastronorm lid is made from commercial-grade stainless steel. It covers standard pans to retain food temperature during service at large events. The durable construction ensures it withstands the demands of a professional kitchen environment.
FAQs
- What is the price including VAT?
This item is subject to 20% VAT and therefore you will pay £1.80 each for a standard 3 day hire at checkout.
As primarily a business-to-business supplier we advertise our prices ex-VAT as most businesses will be able to reclaim the VAT amount.
- Do you offer discounts for if the item is hired for less than 3 Days?
No. We recommend a minimum hire period of 3 days to provide enough time for set-up and break-down of your event, and to make sure that problems such as traffic or adverse weather conditions do not impact on your event. If you want to hire for a shorter period than this then we cannot offer a discount.
- Do you offer discounts for Long Term Hire?
Yes, after the standard hire period of 3 Days you will be charged £0.30 per extra day up to day 7, £0.23 per extra day up to day 28 and £0.15 per extra day after that.
| Days Hire | Cost (ex-VAT) |
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| 1 | £1.50 |
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| 2 | £1.50 |
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| 3 | £1.50 |
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| 5 | £2.10 |
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| 7 | £2.70 |
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| 14 | £4.28 |
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| 21 | £5.85 |
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| 35 | £8.48 |
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- How much security deposit do you charge?
Nothing! Unlike most of our competitors, rather than charging a large deposit, we provide a FREE 'minor deposit waiver' scheme to cover minor damage and loss. Excessive or negligent damage and loss will be invoiced at 10 times the standard hire price of the relevant items. Please read our terms and conditions for full details.
- How much do you charge for delivery?
There is a minimum charge of £40.00 for a distance up to 10 miles each way.
After that we charge £1.00 per mile each way and an additional £40.00 for each journey on a weekend or bank holiday.
We calculate the distance using driving directions from our local base to your event postcode, so it is important that you provide the correct delivery address at checkout.
You can use our Carriage Calculator to get a full quote.
- Can I choose a specified Time Slot?
We make deliveries anytime between 8am and 8pm, however we can offer early (8am - 1pm) or late (12 noon - 6pm) slots for an additional cost calculated at checkout.
We can not guarantee more specific times unless you pay for a dedicated driver. This is individually priced on request and are subject to availability.
- Can I collect from you warehouse rather than pay for delivery?
No. To ensure that your products arrive safely and correctly we offer a delivery and collection service only.
- Do you have a showroom where I can view the products before ordering?
No. As we are an online-only you can view all of our products on our website. To keep our prices as low as posssible our warehouses are not open to the public.
