Churchill Raku Duo Agate Evolve Coupe Plate Topaz 286mm (Pack 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Raku Duo Agate Evolve Coupe Plate in Topaz is a 286mm flat coupe plate from Churchill's Studio Prints Raku range, sold in packs of twelve. The design draws...
Specifications
- Colour
- Blue
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 893.3333333333334g
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Product Description
The Churchill Raku Duo Agate Evolve Coupe Plate in Topaz is a 286mm flat coupe plate from Churchill's Studio Prints Raku range, sold in packs of twelve. The design draws on the traditional Raku firing process — a Japanese glazing technique known for producing expressive, varied surface effects — and translates that aesthetic into a commercially viable tableware format. Churchill achieves the look through a print process developed in the UK, where the decorative layer sits beneath the glaze rather than on top of it, giving the surface both its visual depth and its practical resilience.
In a busy hospitality environment, the durability of tableware is as important as its appearance. Made from super vitrified china, these plates are built to withstand the rigours of commercial dishwashing cycles, stacking, and daily handling without the rapid chipping or crazing that can affect lower-grade ceramics. The sub-glaze decoration means the pattern is protected from the abrasion that typically degrades printed finishes over time, helping the plates maintain their appearance across a longer service life.
- Sub-glaze print protects decoration from dishwasher and handling wear
- Super vitrified construction resists chipping during regular service
- Coupe profile suits modern plating styles across multiple menu formats
- Consistent colourway supports coordinated table presentation
- Supplied in a pack of 12, practical for cover-count ordering
As with any decorative tableware range, operators should consider whether the Topaz colourway integrates with their existing table settings and wider crockery selection before committing to quantity. The 286mm diameter positions these as a main course plate suitable for most plating styles, though kitchens with specific portion sizes or presentation requirements should verify the format works for their menu before placing larger orders.
This plate is well suited to restaurants, hotel dining rooms, and contract catering operations looking for a distinctive yet durable tableware option. For sites needing a broader place setting — including side plates, bowls, or serving pieces — the Raku Duo Agate range includes complementary pieces that carry the same decorative treatment.
If you'd like to discuss how this range fits within your existing table setting or to talk through pack quantities for your covers, we're happy to help.
Key Features
- Sub-glaze print process locks decoration beneath a protective layer
- Super vitrified china construction for commercial dishwasher durability
- 286mm coupe profile suits contemporary main course plating styles
- Topaz colourway from Churchill's coordinated Raku Duo Agate range
- Supplied in packs of 12 for straightforward cover-count purchasing
Operational Benefits
- Decoration resists wear through repeated commercial dishwashing cycles
- Reduced chipping losses lower long-term tableware replacement costs
- Consistent colourway supports cohesive table presentation across service
- Range coordination simplifies ordering across a full place setting
- UK-manufactured quality provides reliable performance in hospitality use
Specifications
- Colour
- Blue
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 893.3333333333334g
Downloads
Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. The super vitrified construction and sub-glaze decoration are both suited to the high-temperature, high-frequency wash cycles typical of commercial dishwashers. The sub-glaze print is particularly important here — because the decoration sits beneath the glaze rather than on top, it is not exposed to the abrasion that causes surface-printed designs to fade over time.
- A common starting point for restaurant operations is two to three times your seated cover count per plate size, which accounts for plates in service, plates being cleared, and plates in the wash cycle. For a 40-cover restaurant, that typically means 80–120 main plates. Packs of 12 divide reasonably well for most cover counts, and we can advise on quantities if you're unsure.
- The Raku Duo Agate range from Churchill includes complementary pieces — such as side plates, bowls, and serving items — that carry the same decorative treatment and colourway options. If you're building a coordinated table setting, it's worth reviewing the full range to confirm availability of the pieces you need before ordering.