Churchill Studio Prints Raku Rectangular Plates Topaz Blue 300mm (Pack of 6)
Product Description
The Churchill Studio Prints Raku rectangular plate in Topaz Blue is a large-format serving plate from Churchill's decorative Studio Prints range. Each plate is produced from super vitrified ceramic and...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- Blue
- Dimensions
- 300(W) x 199(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
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Product Description
The Churchill Studio Prints Raku rectangular plate in Topaz Blue is a large-format serving plate from Churchill's decorative Studio Prints range. Each plate is produced from super vitrified ceramic and carries a reactive blue glaze that produces a distinctive crazed surface pattern during the kiln process. Because the glaze reacts individually, no two plates are identical, which gives the range a hand-crafted character while still being manufactured to consistent commercial standards.
Super vitrified ceramic is a well-proven material choice for front-of-house tableware in commercial settings. It is harder and denser than standard porcelain, which translates into better resistance to chipping and cracking under the repeated handling that busy service environments demand. The plates are dishwasher safe and designed to hold up through high-cycle warewashing without significant glaze deterioration over time.
The rectangular format and generous length make these plates practical for composed plating styles — they give chefs more usable surface area than a round plate of equivalent diameter, and the elongated shape suits linear presentations and sharing-style dishes equally well. Key practical points worth noting:
- Reactive glaze produces individual variation — each plate is visually unique
- Super vitrified construction resists chipping under regular commercial handling
- Rectangular format offers versatile plating layouts for both individual and sharing dishes
- Dishwasher safe for high-cycle warewashing in busy service environments
- Sold in packs of six, keeping stock replenishment straightforward
These plates are best suited to restaurants, bistros, and hotel dining operations where presentation is a deliberate part of the guest experience. They are particularly well matched to contemporary or informal fine dining settings where decorative tableware supports the food concept. For operations needing a more understated or purely functional plate, Churchill's broader catalogue offers plainer alternatives at various price points.
If you are building a tableware range or want to discuss quantities and mix-and-match options within the Studio Prints collection, the team is happy to help you work through what makes sense for your covers and service style.
Key Features
- Super vitrified ceramic construction resists chipping under commercial handling
- Reactive Topaz Blue glaze produces a unique crazed pattern on each plate
- Elongated rectangular format provides generous plating surface area
- Dishwasher safe and built for high-cycle commercial warewashing
- Supplied in packs of six for straightforward front-of-house stock management
Operational Benefits
- Handles repeated service and warewashing without early glaze or edge deterioration
- Distinctive individual patterning adds visual character to composed table presentations
- Rectangular shape supports linear and sharing-style plating layouts with ease
- Consistent commercial quality reduces tableware replacement frequency over time
- Pack-of-six format simplifies ordering and keeps par stock levels manageable
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- Blue
- Dimensions
- 300(W) x 199(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Rectangular
- Material
- Super Vitrified Ceramic
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Weight
- 170g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. Super vitrified ceramic is a well-established material for commercial tableware precisely because of its durability under frequent use and repeated dishwasher cycles. That said, like all decorated ceramic plates, the Raku glaze finish will show wear more readily if plates are stacked carelessly or subjected to heavy impact, so using appropriate plate racks or separators during storage and transport is advisable.
- The variation between individual plates is real but generally subtle — the overall Topaz Blue colour and crazed texture remain consistent, while the exact patterning differs slightly from piece to piece. In practice, most operators find this adds to the appeal of the range rather than creating a mismatched appearance on the table.
- Standard commercial plate storage practice applies: stack with care, avoid heavy impacts, and use dish racks designed for rectangular plates where possible. The super vitrified body is robust, but as with any decorative glaze finish, routine care during handling and stacking will extend the lifespan of the presentation finish.