Churchill Stonecast Raw Lotus Black Plate 254mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast Raw Lotus plate is a 254mm side or starter plate finished in a semi-matte vellum glaze with an earthy black tone. It forms part of Churchill's Stonecast...
Specifications
- Colour
- Black
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 860g
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Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast Raw Lotus plate is a 254mm side or starter plate finished in a semi-matte vellum glaze with an earthy black tone. It forms part of Churchill's Stonecast Raw collection, which draws on organic textures and natural materials to create a tactile, understated look that suits contemporary informal dining as well as more considered plated presentations.
Made from super vitrified china, these plates are built for the demands of regular commercial service. Super vitrified construction gives improved resistance to chipping and cracking compared to standard porcelain, which matters in a busy restaurant or hotel environment where plates are handled repeatedly throughout each service and cycled through commercial dishwashers daily.
The semi-matte glaze gives the range its distinctive feel but does require some care in stacking and storage. Like all textured or matte-glazed tableware, surface marks can appear over time if plates are stacked without care, and some operators choose to use plate separators in high-turnover environments to preserve the finish.
- Suits contemporary casual dining, bistro, and hotel table settings
- Practical 254mm sizing works well as a side, bread, or starter plate
- Super vitrified body offers reliable durability in commercial use
- The black lotus finish coordinates with the broader Stonecast Raw collection
- Pack of 12 provides a practical opening quantity for service
This plate is well suited to independent restaurants, hotel restaurants, and hospitality venues looking to introduce a more organic, tactile aesthetic to their table presentation. The 254mm size works as a versatile secondary plate across most cover styles. Operators running larger services or requiring a full table setting in this range may want to consider additional pieces across the Stonecast Raw collection to achieve a cohesive look.
If you're building a table setting around this range or want to discuss quantities and mix-and-match options, the team is happy to help you put the right specification together.
Key Features
- Super vitrified construction for enhanced chip and crack resistance
- Semi-matte vellum glaze with organic black lotus finish
- 254mm diameter suitable for side, starter, or bread plate use
- Part of coordinating Stonecast Raw collection for full table settings
- Supplied in a pack of 12 for practical commercial quantities
Operational Benefits
- Withstands repeated commercial dishwasher cycles in busy service environments
- Tactile matte finish elevates casual and contemporary table presentations
- Versatile plate size reduces the need for multiple specialist plate styles
- Coordinated range simplifies sourcing for a consistent table aesthetic
- Pack sizing allows straightforward stock management for opening orders
Specifications
- Colour
- Black
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 860g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. As super vitrified chinaware, Stonecast Raw plates are designed to withstand regular commercial dishwasher cycles. That said, the semi-matte glaze can show surface marks over time if plates are stacked carelessly or washed alongside heavy ceramic or metalware without adequate separation, so it is worth factoring that into your storage and wash practices.
- At 254mm this plate sits in the standard side or starter plate range and works well as a bread plate, amuse-bouche presentation, or a starter base for smaller portions. It is not intended as a main course plate, so most operators will use it alongside a larger main plate from the same collection for a cohesive setting.
- Yes, that is one of the practical strengths of the Stonecast Raw collection — the consistent glaze and finish across different piece shapes means operators can build a table setting from multiple sizes without the aesthetic becoming disjointed. If you are planning a full table specification across the range, it is worth speaking to us so we can help you confirm availability and pack quantities across each piece.