Churchill Stonecast Peppercorn Grey Chefs' Walled Oblong Plate 300mm (12pk)
Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast Peppercorn Grey Chefs' Walled Oblong Plate is a 300mm rectangular plate with a raised walled edge, produced in Churchill's super vitrified china body. The hand-applied reactive glaze...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Dimensions
- 300(L) x 154(W) x 20(D)mm
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 4.16kg
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Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast Peppercorn Grey Chefs' Walled Oblong Plate is a 300mm rectangular plate with a raised walled edge, produced in Churchill's super vitrified china body. The hand-applied reactive glaze gives each piece a slightly individual finish within a consistent grey-toned palette — the result of a deliberate manufacturing process rather than inconsistency, and one that tends to read well against both rustic and modern table settings.
Super vitrified china is Churchill's hardwearing body designed specifically for the demands of commercial foodservice. It offers improved chip resistance compared to standard porcelain, which matters in kitchens where plates go through dishwashers multiple times a day and are handled at pace. The walled edge is a practical detail for chefs — it helps contain sauces and dressings without the depth of a bowl, giving more control over presentation on the pass.
From an operational perspective, the 300mm length gives a generous plating surface suited to composed dishes, sharing plates, and structured starters or mains. The oblong format works well where circular plates would either feel oversized or restrict the presentation layout. Key practical points to consider:
- Hand-painted reactive glaze — slight variation between pieces is inherent and intentional
- Super vitrified body offers stronger chip resistance than standard porcelain
- Walled edge helps retain sauces and supports structured plating
- Dishwasher safe for high-frequency commercial use
- Sold in packs of 12, which suits initial cover builds or topping up existing sets
These plates are well suited to restaurants, bistros, and hotel dining rooms where presentation carries weight and crockery takes heavy daily use. The Stonecast range is available across multiple colourways, so operators building a coordinated table scheme have room to extend or mix within the collection. For very high-volume operations running large cover counts, it is worth considering whether a larger pack size or a more neutral glaze finish better fits the environment.
If you are specifying crockery across a full cover count or want to discuss how Stonecast fits within a broader table scheme, we are happy to talk it through before you place an order.
Key Features
- 300mm oblong format with raised walled edge for sauce retention
- Super vitrified china body for improved chip resistance in service
- Hand-applied reactive glaze producing natural variation between pieces
- Dishwasher safe construction suited to high-frequency commercial use
- Supplied in packs of 12 for cover-count building or stock top-up
Operational Benefits
- Chip-resistant body reduces breakage replacement costs over time
- Walled edge gives chefs greater control over plating on the pass
- Oblong format supports composed and structured dish presentations
- Consistent colourway allows coordinated table schemes across the range
- Pack of 12 simplifies ordering to match standard cover multiples
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Dimensions
- 300(L) x 154(W) x 20(D)mm
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 4.16kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- No — the variation is a deliberate characteristic of the reactive hand-applied glaze process used across the Stonecast range. Each plate sits within the same grey tonal palette, but individual pieces will differ slightly. This is considered part of the aesthetic and is consistent with how the range is designed to look on the table.
- Super vitrified china is produced at higher firing temperatures than standard porcelain, which increases density and improves resistance to chipping and crazing. It is a practical choice for operations running plates through commercial dishwashers multiple times per service. That said, no crockery is indestructible, and handling practices at the rack and on the pass will always affect longevity.
- At 300mm in length, this plate comfortably handles a structured main course, particularly where a composed or elongated presentation is intended. It also works well for generous starters or sharing plates. If your menu leans toward smaller, more compact presentations, a shorter oblong format within the range may give better proportion on the table — worth considering before committing to a full cover count.