Churchill Raku Rectangular Tiles Quartz Black 140x376mm Pack of 4
Product Description
The Churchill Raku Rectangular Tile in Quartz Black is a large-format porcelain serving piece from Churchill's Raku collection, which draws its aesthetic from traditional raku firing techniques. The finish carries...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 4
- Colour
- Grey
- Crockery style
- Modern
- Dimensions
- 376(W) x 140(D)mm
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Product Description
The Churchill Raku Rectangular Tile in Quartz Black is a large-format porcelain serving piece from Churchill's Raku collection, which draws its aesthetic from traditional raku firing techniques. The finish carries natural variation in tone and surface texture, meaning no two pieces are identical — an inherent characteristic of the range rather than a quality concern. The result is a tactile, handcrafted quality that works well both on the pass and in the dining room.
The generous rectangular format suits sharing plates, multi-element starters and mains, and structured dessert presentations where a defined canvas helps the kitchen communicate its intent clearly. The dark quartz finish provides useful contrast against lighter garnishes, sauces, and microherbs, which many kitchens find practical when composing visually considered dishes. Porcelain construction supports standard commercial dishwasher cycles and holds up well under regular service use.
A few practical points worth considering before ordering:
- Natural surface variation in tone and texture is inherent to the Raku finish — not a defect
- The large format is better suited to sharing or multi-component dishes than single-portion plating
- At just under a kilogram per piece, carry weight is worth factoring in where staff are handling multiple covers
- Sold in packs of four, which works for both initial trials and topping up existing stock
The Raku range sits comfortably in casual fine dining, modern bistros, and any venue where tableware forms part of the overall dining experience without tipping into formality. If you're building a coordinated table setting or want to discuss how different pieces within the Raku range work together, the team is glad to help you think it through.
Key Features
- Large rectangular porcelain tile measuring 376 x 140mm per piece
- Quartz Black glaze with natural surface variation inherent to raku firing
- Porcelain construction rated for standard commercial dishwasher cycles
- Each piece weighs 942g, providing a stable, substantial base for plating
- Supplied in packs of four for practical trialling or stock replenishment
Operational Benefits
- Dark finish provides strong contrast, enhancing visual presentation on the plate
- Natural variation across pieces adds character and supports a handcrafted aesthetic
- Large format accommodates sharing and multi-component dishes with ease
- Dishwasher-safe construction reduces turnaround time during busy service
- Pack-of-four format simplifies stock management and incremental ordering
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 4
- Colour
- Grey
- Crockery style
- Modern
- Dimensions
- 376(W) x 140(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 942g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- No — natural variation in tone, texture, and surface character is a defining feature of the Raku range, reflecting the aesthetic of traditional raku firing techniques. Each piece will differ slightly, and this is expected and intentional. If you need a highly uniform finish across a large cover count, a more standardised glaze from another Churchill range may be worth considering.
- The rectangular format works best for sharing plates, multi-component dishes, or structured presentations where the canvas is part of the composition. For standard single-portion mains, a smaller or more traditionally proportioned piece from the Raku range may be a better fit — the team can advise on the options available.
- Each tile weighs 942g, which is substantial for a serving piece. This is generally well suited to table service where pieces are carried individually or in small numbers, but it is worth considering in operations where staff regularly carry multiple covers at once across longer distances.