Churchill Stone Quartz Black Lotus Plate 254mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Stone Quartz Black Lotus plate is part of the Studio Prints Stone range, a collection designed to reference the aesthetic of hand-carved natural stone ceramics. The Black Lotus...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Grey
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Super Vitrified Ceramic
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Product Description
The Churchill Stone Quartz Black Lotus plate is part of the Studio Prints Stone range, a collection designed to reference the aesthetic of hand-carved natural stone ceramics. The Black Lotus colourway delivers a deep, textured appearance that works well as a neutral backdrop for plated dishes. Each plate is manufactured in the UK from super vitrified ceramic, which is the material of choice for commercial tableware due to its resistance to chipping and its ability to withstand the thermal and mechanical demands of professional dishwashing cycles. Plates are supplied in packs of twelve.
In a busy restaurant or hotel environment, tableware takes considerable punishment — stacking, portioning pressure, high-temperature dishwashers running multiple cycles per service. Super vitrified ceramic is specifically formulated to hold up under these conditions better than standard earthenware or porcelain alternatives, maintaining its finish and structural integrity over a longer working life. The Stone range's surface texture also helps to disguise the minor surface marks that accumulate with regular commercial use, which is a practical consideration worth noting for front-of-house longevity.
- Distinctive stone-effect finish that complements a wide range of plating styles
- Super vitrified ceramic construction suited to high-frequency commercial dishwashing
- UK-manufactured tableware from an established catering brand
- Supplied in a pack of twelve, practical for consistent cover sets
- Neutral dark colourway works across multiple cuisine types and table settings
This plate is a practical choice for restaurants, hotels, or contract catering operations looking to introduce a consistent, on-trend aesthetic without compromising on durability. For operations with very high cover counts or particularly demanding wash cycles, it is worth discussing your specific usage with us before committing to a full order.
If you are building a tableware range or matching across multiple plate sizes and serving pieces, we are happy to talk through the Stone Quartz collection in more detail to help ensure everything works together in service.
Key Features
- Super vitrified ceramic body resists chipping under commercial service conditions
- Deep Black Lotus finish with hand-carved stone-effect surface texture
- UK-manufactured to consistent quality standards across the range
- Compatible with high-temperature commercial dishwashers and standard stacking
- Supplied in a pack of twelve for straightforward cover-set planning
Operational Benefits
- Withstands repeated commercial dishwash cycles without finish degradation
- Surface texture helps conceal minor marks accumulated during busy service
- Consistent colourway supports a cohesive front-of-house table presentation
- Pack-of-twelve format simplifies stock management and reordering for covers
- Durable construction reduces the frequency of tableware replacement costs
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Grey
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Super Vitrified Ceramic
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 860g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes — super vitrified ceramic is the standard material used in professional catering tableware precisely because it is formulated to tolerate the high temperatures, detergents, and mechanical handling of commercial dishwash cycles. It offers better chip resistance than standard porcelain under these conditions, which is an important factor in a high-turnover service environment.
- As a general guide, most operators work on a ratio of two to three times their seated cover count to allow for plates in use, plates in the wash cycle, and a buffer for breakages. Packs of twelve allow you to scale your order in manageable increments, and it is worth planning your full range — including starter, main, and sharing plates — at the same time to ensure colour consistency across the Stone Quartz range.
- The stone-effect surface texture characteristic of the Studio Prints Stone range tends to age reasonably well in commercial use, as the textured finish is less likely to show the fine surface scratching that can affect smooth-glazed plates over time. That said, all tableware will show wear eventually, and maintaining a sufficient par stock to rotate pieces evenly through service will help extend the working life of your set.