Churchill Studio Prints Stone Coupe Plates Agate Grey 288mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Studio Prints Stone Agate Grey coupe plate is a 288mm dinner plate finished with a reactive, textured glaze that gives each piece a natural, handcrafted appearance. The coupe...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Grey
- Dimensions
- 288(W)mm | 11¼(W)"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
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Product Description
The Churchill Studio Prints Stone Agate Grey coupe plate is a 288mm dinner plate finished with a reactive, textured glaze that gives each piece a natural, handcrafted appearance. The coupe profile — rimless, with a shallow continuous curve — keeps the focus on the food and suits a wide range of plating styles from classic fine dining to contemporary small-plate menus.
In a busy service environment, durability matters as much as appearance. Churchill's super vitrified body is considerably denser than standard vitrified china, which translates directly to better resistance to chipping and cracking during normal kitchen handling, stacking, and dishwasher cycling. The Stone Agate Grey glaze is applied and fired in a way that means the reactive texture is integral to the piece rather than a surface coating, so the finish holds up consistently over time rather than wearing away with repeated washing.
Practical points worth noting for front-of-house operations:
- Dishwasher safe — suitable for commercial rack and conveyor machines
- Microwave safe — useful where dishes are plated ahead and regenerated to order
- 5-year edge chip warranty from Churchill — provides some protection on replacement costs
- Consistent glaze variation is by design — each plate will differ slightly, which suits the artisan aesthetic but is worth bearing in mind for uniformity-conscious operators
At 288mm this is a standard main course plate size, well suited to restaurants, hotel dining rooms, gastropubs, and event catering where a premium presentation is expected. The reactive finish works particularly well with natural, earthy plating — but it is versatile enough for most menu styles. Operators running high-volume covers may want to consider whether the coupe format suits their clearing and stacking workflow, as the rimless profile can require slightly more care when handling large quantities at pace.
If you're building a full table setting around the Studio Prints range or need guidance on quantities for your covers, the team is happy to talk through what works best for your operation.
Key Features
- Super vitrified construction for enhanced chip and crack resistance
- Reactive artisan glaze finish integral to the fired body
- 288mm coupe profile suits a wide range of plating styles
- Dishwasher and microwave safe for commercial kitchen use
- Backed by a 5-year edge chip warranty from Churchill
Operational Benefits
- Reduced plate replacement costs through improved durability over time
- Consistent premium presentation supports front-of-house quality standards
- Microwave compatibility allows efficient plating and regeneration workflows
- Commercial dishwasher compatibility keeps turnaround times manageable at pace
- Warranty cover on edge chips provides operators with cost certainty
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Grey
- Dimensions
- 288(W)mm | 11¼(W)"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Round
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- No
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Warranty
- 5 Years Edge Chip
- Weight
- 930g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Because the Stone Agate Grey texture is achieved through the firing process rather than applied as a surface treatment, it does not degrade with repeated commercial washing in the same way a printed or painted finish might. The super vitrified body also resists moisture absorption, which helps the glaze remain stable over the plate's service life.
- The reactive glaze process is intentionally variable — each plate will differ slightly in tone and texture, which is characteristic of the Studio Prints Stone range. Churchill maintains consistent production standards, so reorders will sit comfortably alongside existing stock, though minor batch variation is normal and is part of the design aesthetic rather than a quality issue.
- 288mm is a standard main course plate diameter and works well for most plated dishes in restaurants, hotels, and gastropubs. The coupe format — without a rim — gives chefs a larger usable surface area relative to the overall plate size, which suits generous portions and contemporary plating styles. For operations serving large volumes at pace, it is worth considering how the rimless profile fits into your clearing and stacking routine, as coupe plates can require slightly more handling care than rimmed alternatives.