Churchill Stonecast Patina Deep Purple Walled Plate 260mm (Pack of 6)
Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast Patina Walled Plate is part of a tableware range designed to replicate the aged, tactile quality of natural materials — stone, worn metal, weathered surfaces. The deep...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Dimensions
- 260(Ø) x 20(D)mm
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 5.44kg
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Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast Patina Walled Plate is part of a tableware range designed to replicate the aged, tactile quality of natural materials — stone, worn metal, weathered surfaces. The deep purple colourway carries a characteristic patina effect that gives each piece visual depth without being overtly decorative. The walled profile provides a raised edge that keeps sauced dishes and composed plates where they should be, making it a practical choice across a broad range of modern plating styles.
Because the manufacturing process is intentionally designed to produce subtle variation, no two plates are identical. In a working front-of-house environment this reads as handcrafted character rather than inconsistency — it is what allows the range to sit comfortably in settings that want something more individual than plain white, without the fragility that comes with genuinely artisan ceramics. The super vitrified construction is the practical foundation beneath the aesthetic: these plates are built to withstand repeated commercial dishwasher cycles, stacking in the pot wash area, and the general handling pressures of a busy service operation.
- Walled profile helps contain sauced dishes and supports clean modern presentation
- Super vitrified body resists chipping and crazing under commercial dishwasher use
- Intentional surface variation gives each piece a handcrafted feel at the table
- Deep purple patina finish suits both contemporary and relaxed dining environments
- Sold in packs of 6, which makes stock management straightforward
This plate is well suited to casual dining restaurants, gastro pubs, hotel dining rooms, and any operation looking to move away from plain white tableware without going heavily decorative. The 260mm diameter works across main courses, sharing plates, and larger starters. Churchill produces the Stonecast Patina range across a wide variety of piece types, so building a coordinated table setting across plates, bowls, and serving pieces is straightforward.
If you are selecting tableware across a full site or want to talk through quantities and piece mix before ordering, we are happy to help you work through it.
Key Features
- Walled profile with 20mm depth keeps sauced dishes neatly contained on the plate
- Super vitrified construction engineered for repeated commercial dishwasher cycles
- 260mm diameter suits main courses, sharing plates, and larger starter presentations
- Deep purple patina glaze with intentional surface variation across each piece
- Sold in packs of 6 for consistent stock replenishment and table setting management
Operational Benefits
- Durable enough to maintain appearance through high-volume daily service and pot wash
- Handcrafted aesthetic adds table character without the fragility of artisan ceramics
- Walled edge reduces spillage risk during plating and front-of-house service
- Coordinates easily with other Stonecast Patina pieces for a unified table setting
- Moves operations away from plain white tableware without an overtly decorative look
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Dimensions
- 260(Ø) x 20(D)mm
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 5.44kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. The super vitrified construction is specifically suited to the demands of commercial dishwashers, including high-temperature wash cycles and the repeated handling that comes with a busy service operation. The patina glaze finish is designed to hold up under these conditions without crazing or significant fading over time.
- The manufacturing process is deliberately designed to produce subtle differences in the patina effect across individual pieces — it is a defining characteristic of the range rather than a quality inconsistency. In practice this tends to read well at the table, particularly in casual dining and informal settings where the handcrafted quality is part of the appeal.
- The 260mm diameter is a versatile working size that suits most main course portions, as well as sharing plates and larger starter presentations. If you are running a fine dining format with more elaborate composed dishes, or a high-volume operation where a slightly larger plate gives more working space, it is worth considering whether a different size within the range would better suit your service style — we can help you think that through.