Churchill Studio Prints Raku Rectangular Plate Quartz Black 261mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Studio Prints Raku rectangular plate is a vitrified ceramic flatware piece finished in Quartz Black. It is designed for use in commercial food service settings where consistent presentation...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Black
- Dimensions
- 261(W) x 207(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
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Product Description
The Churchill Studio Prints Raku rectangular plate is a vitrified ceramic flatware piece finished in Quartz Black. It is designed for use in commercial food service settings where consistent presentation and durability under daily service conditions are both important. The plate measures 261mm across and is sold in packs of twelve, making it a practical choice for outfitting a section or supplementing an existing cover.
Churchill's super vitrified construction is well suited to the demands of a busy kitchen. The material resists chipping and crazing more effectively than standard porcelain, which matters when plates are going through a commercial dishwasher multiple times per day and being handled at speed during service. The Quartz Black finish holds up well against repeated thermal cycling and does not show staining as readily as lighter colourways, which is a practical consideration in kitchens handling sauced dishes or heavily garnished plates.
From an operational standpoint, these plates offer several useful characteristics for front-of-house service:
- Compatible with commercial dishwashers, microwaves, and ovens
- Dark finish provides strong visual contrast for plating presentation
- Rectangular format suits contemporary plating styles across multiple cuisines
- Vitrified ceramic body resists chipping under regular commercial handling
- Pack-of-twelve supply helps maintain consistent cover sets
There are no special installation requirements for flatware of this kind, but it is worth considering storage volume when ordering in quantity. The rectangular profile stacks differently from round plates and will require dedicated racking or shelving space in the wash area and dry store. Weight per plate should be factored into your front-of-house handling assessment, particularly if staff are clearing multiple covers at once.
These plates are well suited to independent restaurants, boutique hotels, and food service operations where plate presentation is a considered part of the dining experience. They work particularly well in kitchens serving small plates, sharing dishes, or tasting menus where the rectangular format and dark ground complement modern plating approaches. For very high-volume operations running several sittings per service, it is worth discussing cover quantities and backup stock to avoid gaps during peak periods.
If you are building a full cover set or matching these plates to other pieces within the Studio Prints Raku range, we are happy to talk through quantities and configuration before you order.
Key Features
- Super vitrified ceramic construction resistant to chipping and crazing
- 261mm rectangular format suited to contemporary multi-cuisine plating
- Compatible with commercial dishwashers, microwaves, and ovens
- Quartz Black finish maintains appearance through repeated thermal cycling
- Supplied in packs of twelve for consistent cover set management
Operational Benefits
- Withstands multiple daily dishwasher cycles without significant surface degradation
- Dark colourway reduces visible staining from sauces and garnishes during service
- Rectangular profile supports modern plating presentation across varied menu styles
- Pack format allows operators to maintain matched sets across a full section
- Durable vitrified body lowers replacement frequency compared to standard porcelain
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Black
- Dimensions
- 261(W) x 207(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Rectangular
- Material
- Vitrified Ceramic
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Weight
- 1.10kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- As a general guide, most operators aim for two to three times their seated cover count to allow for plates in service, in the wash, and drying or stored. For a section of twenty covers, three packs of twelve would give you a working float of 36 plates, which is a reasonable starting point for a single sitting. Operations running multiple sittings in quick succession may want to hold additional stock to avoid shortfalls during turnaround.
- Yes, the vitrified ceramic construction is compatible with oven use, which makes them practical for dishes finished or kept warm in the oven before plating. It is good practice to avoid sudden extreme temperature changes — moving a plate directly from a very cold environment into a hot oven can stress any ceramic body over time.
- The rectangular format means these plates will not sit in round-profile plate slots in the same way as standard circular ware. Most operations store rectangular plates flat on shelving or in flatware racks rather than upright in plate grooves. It is worth checking your existing racking and dishwasher basket configuration before ordering in volume to confirm the plates can be processed efficiently without manual repositioning.