Churchill Stonecast Oval Plate Cornflower Blue 197x160mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast range is a well-established collection of vitrified ceramic tableware designed to replicate the look of hand-thrown pottery while standing up to the demands of professional table service....
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Blue
- Crockery type
- Plates
- Dimensions
- 197(W) x 160(D)mm / 7.75'' x 6.25''
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Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast range is a well-established collection of vitrified ceramic tableware designed to replicate the look of hand-thrown pottery while standing up to the demands of professional table service. Each oval plate in this Cornflower Blue colourway is finished by hand — the colourwash applied with a brush and the rim worked with a sponge — which means no two pieces are identical. That variation is intentional and is part of what gives the range its character on the pass.
Vitrified ceramic is a practical choice for busy operations. It handles repeated commercial dishwasher cycles reliably and resists the surface crazing that can affect lower-fired alternatives over time. Churchill backs the rim on these plates with a five-year edge chip guarantee, which reflects confidence in the build quality and helps operators manage the ongoing replacement cost that cheaper tableware often quietly generates.
- Hand-applied colourwash gives each plate a distinct, characterful finish
- Vitrified ceramic construction suited to commercial dishwasher use
- Oval format works well for starters, fish courses, and plated sharing dishes
- Five-year edge chip warranty supports long-term cost control
- Cornflower Blue colourway consistent across the wider Stonecast collection
The oval shape suits a range of plating styles and sits comfortably alongside round covers in a mixed table setting. Because the Stonecast range spans multiple piece types in the same colourway, it is straightforward to extend or replace individual items as your service evolves.
If you are specifying tableware for a new opening or refreshing an existing cover, it is worth thinking through quantities, expected breakage rates, and how the colourway sits alongside your linen and glassware. We are happy to help you work through what makes sense for your service style and volume.
Key Features
- Hand-applied colourwash and sponged rim create a unique finish per plate
- Vitrified ceramic construction withstands repeated commercial dishwasher cycles
- Oval format at 197x160mm suits starters, fish courses, and sharing plates
- Five-year edge chip warranty backed by Churchill's manufacturing guarantee
- Cornflower Blue colourway available across the full Stonecast tableware range
Operational Benefits
- Reduces long-term replacement costs through durable, chip-resistant construction
- Consistent colourway makes it easy to extend covers or replace broken pieces
- Characterful hand-finished look adds visual interest without complex plate styling
- Reliable dishwasher performance keeps plates in rotation during busy service
- Oval shape offers flexible plating options across multiple courses and menus
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Blue
- Crockery type
- Plates
- Dimensions
- 197(W) x 160(D)mm / 7.75'' x 6.25''
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Oval
- Material
- Vitrified Ceramic
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Warranty
- 5 Years Edge Chip
- Weight
- 340g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- A common starting point is two to three plates per cover to allow for plates in service, in the wash, and a buffer for breakages. For high-volume or fast-turnaround operations, a larger holding stock tends to reduce pressure during peak service.
- Because each plate is hand-finished, there is natural variation between individual pieces, but Churchill maintains consistent dye batches across the Stonecast range, so additional orders will sit comfortably alongside existing stock. If colour consistency across a full table setting is important to you, it is worth discussing quantities upfront.
- At 197x160mm this plate is most commonly used for starters, fish courses, or sharing portions rather than as a primary main plate. It works well alongside round covers in a multi-course setting, and its shape lends itself to plating styles where a landscape orientation suits the dish.