Churchill X Squared Oblong Plates White 202x261mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill X Squared oblong plate is a versatile piece of vitrified porcelain tableware designed for main course presentation and sharing platters in professional settings. The oblong format provides a...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- White
- Dimensions
- 202(W) x 261(L)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
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Product Description
The Churchill X Squared oblong plate is a versatile piece of vitrified porcelain tableware designed for main course presentation and sharing platters in professional settings. The oblong format provides a distinct serving surface that works well for structured plating and gives chefs more freedom with portion layout than a standard round plate.
In a busy restaurant or hotel environment, crockery takes a great deal of punishment. Churchill's super vitrified porcelain construction is well regarded in the trade for its durability under heavy daily use — the material is considerably more resistant to chipping and crazing than standard ceramic, which matters when plates are being loaded into dishwashers and stacked repeatedly across multiple services. The rolled edges add further protection at the most vulnerable points.
From an operational standpoint, these plates offer a number of practical advantages:
- Fully glazed foot allows safe stacking without scratching or marking
- Chip-resistant construction reduces replacement frequency over time
- Bright white glaze provides a neutral backdrop suited to most menu styles
- Dishwasher safe, supporting efficient turnaround during busy service
- Consistent sizing across the range aids portioning and presentation standards
These plates are suited to restaurants, hotels, gastro pubs, and event catering operations where a clean, contemporary table setting is expected. The oblong format works particularly well for à la carte mains and structured sharing dishes. For operations running high covers or multiple sittings daily, it is worth factoring in pack quantities carefully to ensure adequate cover without overstocking.
If you are building out a full table setting or need guidance on quantities relative to your cover count, we are happy to talk it through before you order.
Key Features
- Super vitrified porcelain construction for enhanced chip resistance
- Rolled edges protect the most impact-prone points of each plate
- Fully glazed foot allows clean, scratch-free stacking in storage
- Oblong format provides a structured surface suited to à la carte plating
- Sold in packs of 12 to support consistent cover-count planning
Operational Benefits
- Reduces crockery replacement costs through durable chip-resistant material
- Supports efficient dishwasher turnaround during high-volume service periods
- Safe stacking minimises storage damage and keeps plates service-ready
- Neutral white glaze complements a wide range of menu and plating styles
- Consistent sizing helps maintain portion and presentation standards across service
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- White
- Dimensions
- 202(W) x 261(L)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Rectangular
- Material
- Vitrified Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- No
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 8.44kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Vitrified porcelain is fired at a higher temperature than standard ceramic, which produces a denser, less porous material that is more resistant to chipping, crazing, and staining. In a commercial environment where plates go through industrial dishwashers multiple times a day and are stacked under load, this difference in durability is noticeable over time and typically results in a lower replacement rate.
- The oblong plate works well across a range of service styles — it is commonly used for à la carte mains, structured sharing dishes, and modern plating where a linear or asymmetric presentation is part of the look. It is less suited to operations relying heavily on circular plating conventions, so it is worth considering how your kitchen team plates up before committing to a full set.
- As a general guide, most operators plan for two to three times their seated cover count to allow for plates in use, in the wash, and in reserve. For a 40-cover restaurant, that typically means 80 to 120 plates as a working stock. If you are unsure of the right quantity for your operation, we can help you work through the numbers before you order.