Churchill Stonecast Coupe Plate Peppercorn Grey 260mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast range is a well-established collection of vitrified ceramic tableware designed for commercial restaurant and hospitality use. These 260mm round coupe plates are finished in Peppercorn Grey —...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Grey
- Crockery type
- Plates
- Diameter
- 260
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Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast range is a well-established collection of vitrified ceramic tableware designed for commercial restaurant and hospitality use. These 260mm round coupe plates are finished in Peppercorn Grey — a muted, warm grey tone produced using Churchill's hand-applied colour wash technique. Because each plate is individually decorated, there is a degree of natural variation between pieces, which contributes to an informal, artisan character on the table rather than a uniform mass-produced appearance.
In a busy service environment, the key practical consideration with any front-of-house crockery is durability. Vitrified ceramic is a sensible choice for commercial settings — it is denser and less porous than standard earthenware, which means it handles repeated commercial dishwasher cycles better and is less prone to staining over time. Churchill's five-year edge chip warranty on this range reflects confidence in the construction, though as with any ceramic tableware, reasonable handling practices and appropriate racking in the dishwasher will extend working life considerably.
The coupe profile — a shallow, rimless dish with a gently curved bowl — works well for plating a wide range of dishes, from composed starters to main courses where the chef wants the plate to frame the food without a raised rim drawing the eye. The Peppercorn Grey tone tends to complement both earthy and vibrant food colours effectively.
- Supplied in a pack of 12 — practical for opening par stocks or topping up existing sets
- Hand-decorated finish adds table character without requiring specialist maintenance
- Vitrified ceramic construction withstands repeated commercial dishwasher use
- Coupe shape suits a broad range of plating styles across starter and main courses
- Five-year edge chip warranty provides reassurance for front-of-house investment
This plate is suited to restaurants, hotels, gastro pubs, and contract catering operations where a tactile, handcrafted aesthetic is part of the dining proposition. It is worth considering how many covers you are running and your typical breakage rate before deciding on the quantity to order — if you are fitting out a large site, it is worth a conversation to make sure you are ordering the right volume and that this colourway complements your existing tableware.
If you would like guidance on building a complete Stonecast cover or matching pieces within the range, the team is happy to help you work through the options.
Key Features
- Hand-decorated vitrified ceramic with natural variation between plates
- 260mm coupe profile suits starters and main course plating styles
- Supplied in a pack of 12 for practical par stock management
- Five-year edge chip warranty on vitrified ceramic construction
- Peppercorn Grey colour wash complements both earthy and vibrant dishes
Operational Benefits
- Withstands repeated commercial dishwasher cycles with reduced staining risk
- Artisan finish adds table character without specialist upkeep or replacement cost
- Rimless coupe shape gives chefs full plate surface for composed plating
- Pack-of-12 supply simplifies stock top-ups and reduces per-unit ordering effort
- Consistent colourway supports cohesive front-of-house presentation across covers
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Grey
- Crockery type
- Plates
- Diameter
- 260
- Dimensions
- 135(H) x 260(Ø)mm | 5¼(H)" x 10¼(Ø)"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Round
- Material
- Vitrified Ceramic
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Warranty
- 5 Years Edge Chip
- Weight
- 9.04kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Vitrified ceramic is denser and less porous than standard earthenware, making it better suited to the repeated thermal cycling and mechanical handling of a commercial dishwasher. Correct racking — avoiding plate-on-plate contact and using appropriate crockery baskets — will make the most meaningful difference to longevity in a busy operation.
- Yes, to a degree. Churchill's colour wash process is applied by hand, so there is natural variation in tone and texture between individual plates. In practice, most operators find this adds to the artisan character of the range rather than detracting from it, but it is worth being aware of if absolute uniformity is a requirement for your table setting.
- A common starting point is two to two-and-a-half times your seated cover count for a primary plate size, allowing for plates in service, plates in the wash cycle, and a breakage buffer. The right quantity will depend on your sitting turnover, service style, and how quickly you can replenish stock — if you are unsure, it is worth discussing your setup before placing a large opening order.