Stainless steel inside and out. Three sizes, 12, 20, 34 oz. The plunger comes down without resistance, the steel doesn't stain, the carafe travels from kitchen to table without ceremony. The Bench Stainless Press is a three-layer stainless steel and borosilicate glass French press in three sizes: 12 oz, 20 oz, and 34 oz. The outer shell insulates the carafe and protects the glass from accidental knocks. Steel that survives the morning. Discover more Specifications Body material Stainless steel outer shell, borosilicate glass carafe Filter system Stainless steel mesh plunger, 3-layer filtration Capacity 12 oz, 20 oz, 34 oz Dimensions 12 oz: H 6.6" × Ø 2.8", 20 oz: H 7.3" × Ø 3.5", 34 oz: H 8.5" × Ø 3.9" Finish Brushed silver, gold-plated Pattern options Vertical grooves, plaid grid, smooth polished Heat retention Steel shell adds 15–20% longer heat retention vs. bare glass Care Hand wash recommended Care & maintenance Stainless steel forgives almost everything. Glass does not. Disassemble for cleaning: Remove the plunger assembly completely. Rinse the glass carafe and steel shell separately with warm soapy water. The steel shell traps coffee oils in the seams, so wipe it inside and out. Filter maintenance: Unscrew the plunger mesh every few weeks and rinse under running water. Old grounds build up between the filter layers and slow the press. Gold plating care: The gold finish is PVD-coated but not invincible. Skip abrasive sponges, they scratch through the plating. Use a soft cloth or sponge. Avoid thermal shock: Don't pour boiling water directly into a cold carafe. Preheat with warm tap water first, then dump and brew. Borosilicate tolerates heat well, but sudden swings crack glass. Frequently asked Which size should I pick? The 12 oz brews one generous mug or two small cups. The 20 oz is two mugs, enough for two people at breakfast. The 34 oz is four cups, a full Sunday morning brew or a small gathering. What does the steel shell do? Three things: it protects the glass from knocks, it insulates the carafe so the brew stays warmer 15–20% longer, and it hides coffee stains. The glass does the brewing, the steel does the keeping and the looking. Which pattern should I choose? Vertical grooves are classic and tactile. Plaid grid is architectural, geometric. Smooth polished is minimal and reflective. The pattern is cosmetic, the brew is identical, only the grip and the shelf presence change. Silver or gold? Silver is cooler in tone, blends with most counters. Gold is warm, catches light, leans ceremonial. If you already own copper or brass tools, gold matches the family. What grind do I use? Coarse, like raw sugar or breadcrumbs. Fine grinds slip through the mesh and make the coffee muddy. A good rule: if you can't feel individual particles between your fingers, it's too fine.