Churchill Studio Prints Raku Coupe Plates Agate Grey 217mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Studio Prints Raku plate in Agate Grey is a coupe-profile side plate finished in super vitrified ceramic with a kiln-reactive glaze. Because the reactive glaze responds unpredictably during...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Grey
- Diameter
- 217
- Dimensions
- 217(Ø)mm | 8½(Ø)"
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Product Description
The Churchill Studio Prints Raku plate in Agate Grey is a coupe-profile side plate finished in super vitrified ceramic with a kiln-reactive glaze. Because the reactive glaze responds unpredictably during firing, no two plates carry exactly the same surface pattern — each piece has its own variation of tone and texture within the Agate Grey palette. The result is a handcrafted aesthetic without the fragility or inconsistency of genuinely handmade ware.
In a busy service environment, the super vitrified ceramic construction is what matters most. The material is significantly denser and harder than standard vitrified china, which translates to better resistance to edge chipping and surface crazing over time. Churchill backs this with a five-year edge chip warranty, which is a reasonable indicator of the confidence placed in the build quality. The plates are suitable for commercial dishwashers, microwave use, and oven finishing, making them flexible across different service styles.
From an operational standpoint, the Agate Grey colourway works well as a neutral backdrop for a wide range of plating styles — rustic, modern, or ingredient-led — without competing visually with the food. The coupe profile, with its minimal rim, gives chefs a clean, uninterrupted surface to plate on and stacks efficiently in a rack or on shelving.
- Consistent colourway across a range that spans multiple plate sizes
- Lightweight enough for comfortable front-of-house handling at 540g per plate
- Compatible with commercial glasswasher and dishwasher cycles
- Safe for microwave and oven use, supporting flexible service workflows
This size works well as a starter or side plate. Churchill produces the Raku range across a broader size run, so if you are building a full cover or need to match across courses, it is worth confirming compatibility across the range before ordering in volume.
If you are specifying tableware across multiple covers or want to discuss how the Raku range fits within a broader table scheme, the team is happy to help you work through the options.
Key Features
- Kiln-reactive glaze produces unique surface pattern on every plate
- Super vitrified ceramic construction with five-year edge chip warranty
- Coupe profile provides clean, uninterrupted plating surface for chefs
- Suitable for commercial dishwashers, microwave, and oven use
- Available across a coordinated range of sizes for full cover matching
Operational Benefits
- Reduces breakage replacement costs with hard-wearing vitrified construction
- Neutral grey colourway complements a wide range of plating styles
- Consistent aesthetic across covers despite individual glaze variation
- Flexible across service formats including oven finishing and microwave reheating
- Lightweight build supports comfortable handling during busy service periods
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Grey
- Diameter
- 217
- Dimensions
- 217(Ø)mm | 8½(Ø)"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Round
- Material
- Super Vitrified Ceramic
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Warranty
- 5 Years Edge Chip
- Weight
- 540g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Each plate will carry its own variation in tone and surface pattern as a natural result of the firing process. The Agate Grey colourway remains consistent as a palette, so covers read as a coordinated set, but individual plates will not be identical. For most operators this is part of the appeal, though it is worth being aware of when setting expectations with front-of-house staff.
- Yes. The super vitrified ceramic is designed to withstand repeated commercial dishwasher cycles, and the five-year edge chip warranty reflects that durability expectation. As with all fine ceramic tableware, avoiding stacking overloads and using appropriate rack support will help extend service life.
- At 217mm, this plate sits comfortably in the starter, side, or dessert course bracket for most plating styles. If you are building a full cover across multiple courses, Churchill's Raku range is available in additional sizes, and it is worth confirming the full size run suits your menu before committing to volume.