Churchill Kintsugi Accents Quartz Black Coupe Plate 260mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Kintsugi Accents Quartz Black Coupe Plate is a 260mm flat coupe plate finished in a deep black glaze with an all-over crackled surface pattern. The design references the...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Diameter
- 260
- Dimensions
- 260(W)mm
- Material
- Super Vitrified
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Product Description
The Churchill Kintsugi Accents Quartz Black Coupe Plate is a 260mm flat coupe plate finished in a deep black glaze with an all-over crackled surface pattern. The design references the Japanese practice of kintsugi — the philosophy of making imperfection a feature rather than concealing it — interpreted here as a decorative glaze applied beneath a protective overglaze layer for durability in regular service.
Produced in Churchill's super vitrified china body, these plates are built to withstand the repeated handling, stacking, and warewashing that are routine in professional dining environments. Super vitrified ware is appreciably harder and more chip-resistant than standard vitrified china, which matters when plates are passing through a busy dishwasher multiple times a day and being handled by a full front-of-house team. The underglaze decoration means the crackle pattern is protected rather than sitting on the surface, helping the finish hold up over time without fading or wearing away.
From a practical standpoint, the range offers several operational advantages:
- Super vitrified construction reduces the frequency and cost of chip-related replacement
- Underglaze pattern resists wear through heavy commercial warewashing cycles
- The coupe profile works across starters, mains, and plated desserts without looking out of place
- The Quartz Black glaze coordinates well with other Churchill ranges for mixed table presentations
- Supplied in cases of 12, which suits stocking, rotation, and ordering in professional quantities
There are no special handling or storage requirements beyond those of any commercial tableware. The coupe shape stacks neatly, though at around 728g per plate, it is worth factoring total stack weight into crockery storage planning at volume, and into front-of-house handling considerations for staff.
This range suits restaurants, hotels, brasseries, and food-led venues that want a considered decorative aesthetic without compromising on durability. It sits within Churchill's broader decorative portfolio, and for operations that prefer a plainer or more neutral finish, other patterns are available in the same super vitrified body.
If you're putting together a full table setting or want to talk through quantities relative to your covers, the team is happy to help you work it out before you order.
Key Features
- Super vitrified china body with enhanced chip and crack resistance
- Underglaze crackle decoration protected by a durable overglaze layer
- 260mm coupe profile suitable for starters, mains, and desserts
- Quartz Black finish compatible with mixed Churchill range table settings
- Supplied in cases of 12 for straightforward professional stock management
Operational Benefits
- Reduces plate replacement costs through improved chip resistance over time
- Pattern integrity maintained through repeated commercial dishwasher cycles
- Versatile coupe shape reduces the need for multiple plate types on the pass
- Coordinates with other ranges, supporting flexible table presentation choices
- Case quantity suits cover-based ordering and front-of-house rotation planning
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Diameter
- 260
- Dimensions
- 260(W)mm
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 728.3333333333334g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. The super vitrified construction and underglaze decoration are both designed to withstand the temperatures and mechanical action of commercial warewashing equipment used routinely in professional kitchens and dining operations.
- A common starting point for a busy operation is three to four plates per cover to allow for service, washing, and a buffer against breakages — though the right quantity depends on your turn time, service volume, and washing cycle frequency. If you'd like to talk through the numbers for your specific setup, the team can help.
- The Quartz Black glaze is a deep, neutral black tone that tends to sit well alongside other dark, stone, or neutral-toned tableware. Churchill also produces the Kintsugi Accents range in other colourways, which can help if you're building a mixed but cohesive table setting across a full range of crockery.