Churchill Studio Prints Raku Rectangular Plates Quartz Black (Pack of 6)
Product Description
The Churchill Studio Prints Raku rectangular plate is a large-format vitrified porcelain plate finished in a quartz black kiln-reactive glaze. The reactive glazing process means no two plates carry an...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- Black
- Dimensions
- 245(W) x 355(L)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
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Product Description
The Churchill Studio Prints Raku rectangular plate is a large-format vitrified porcelain plate finished in a quartz black kiln-reactive glaze. The reactive glazing process means no two plates carry an identical surface pattern — each piece emerges from the kiln with its own subtle variation in texture and tone, which gives the range a handcrafted character while still being produced to consistent commercial standards.
In service, these plates perform as you would expect from Churchill vitrified porcelain: resistant to chipping under normal handling, stable under the temperature changes of a busy pass, and capable of holding up through repeated commercial dishwasher cycles without significant glaze degradation. The large format suits sharing plates, composed main courses, or elaborate plating styles that need room to breathe.
From an operational standpoint, the range offers a few practical advantages worth noting:
- Kiln-reactive glaze provides individual surface variation without extra handling cost
- Vitrified porcelain construction resists chips and crazing under regular commercial use
- Large rectangular format accommodates sharing dishes and structured plating presentations
- Quartz black finish provides strong visual contrast for lighter-coloured foods and garnishes
- Supplied in a pack of six, suited to phased stock building or topping up existing covers
There are no unusual storage or handling requirements beyond standard plate-racking practice. The rectangular format does mean these stack differently to round plates, so it is worth confirming you have suitable racking or storage before ordering in volume. As with all reactive-glaze pieces, some variation between packs is inherent to the production process rather than a quality issue.
This plate is well suited to independent restaurants, boutique hotels, and casual dining operators who want a distinctive tabletop aesthetic without moving to bespoke or hand-thrown ceramics. It sits within a broader range, so if you are building a full table setting or need guidance on complementary pieces, it is worth having a conversation with us before committing to quantities.
Key Features
- Kiln-reactive glaze produces unique surface texture on every individual plate
- Vitrified porcelain construction rated for repeated commercial dishwasher cycling
- Large 245 x 355mm rectangular format accommodates sharing and composed plating
- Quartz black finish delivers strong contrast against light-coloured food presentations
- Supplied in packs of six for flexible stock management across covers
Operational Benefits
- Distinctive table presentation without the cost or fragility of hand-thrown ceramics
- Reliable durability through busy service reduces replacement frequency and cost
- Large format supports creative plating styles and reduces need for additional serving ware
- Dark glaze finish minimises visible surface marking between clears during service
- Pack-of-six sizing allows operators to build cover counts incrementally
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- Black
- Dimensions
- 245(W) x 355(L)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Rectangular
- Material
- Vitrified Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- No
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 13.15kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. Churchill vitrified porcelain is produced for commercial foodservice environments and is designed to withstand regular commercial dishwasher cycles. The kiln-reactive glaze is fired as part of the production process rather than applied as a surface coating, so it does not lift or degrade under normal warewashing conditions.
- The reactive glaze process is intentionally variable — each plate carries its own surface pattern, and some tonal differences between production batches are expected and inherent to the range. In practice most operators find this adds to the aesthetic rather than creating an inconsistency issue, but it is worth being aware of if you need a very uniform look across a large cover count.
- That depends on your menu style and service pace. For a la carte mains where plates return to the wash quickly, six may support more covers than the number suggests. For a sharing-plate or tasting-menu format where plates are on the table longer, you may need a higher stock level to avoid gaps on the pass. If you are unsure what quantity to start with, we are happy to talk through your service model.