Churchill Studio Prints Stone Coupe Oval Plates Agate Grey 317mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
These oval coupe plates are part of Churchill's Studio Prints Stone range, finished in Agate Grey — a muted, earthy tone with a lightly textured surface that replicates the appearance...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Grey
- Dimensions
- 317(W) x 255(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
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Product Description
These oval coupe plates are part of Churchill's Studio Prints Stone range, finished in Agate Grey — a muted, earthy tone with a lightly textured surface that replicates the appearance of natural stone. The coupe profile, with its shallow sides and absence of a raised rim, keeps the emphasis on the food and lends itself well to considered, modern plating styles.
Churchill produces these plates in super vitrified china, which increases the density and hardness of the body compared to standard vitrified ware. In a busy dining room, that translates to better resistance against the daily wear of stacking, clearing, and repeated commercial dishwasher cycles. The Agate Grey finish carries a secondary practical advantage: minor surface marks and light scuffing that tend to show clearly on white glazes are far less noticeable against this tone, which can extend the presentable service life of each piece.
From a front-of-house perspective, these plates offer a number of reliable operational qualities:
- Super vitrified construction provides resistance to chipping and cracking under regular commercial handling
- Dishwasher safe and microwave compatible, fitting into standard service workflows without modification
- The neutral Agate Grey glaze complements a wide range of food types and plating styles
- The oval format suits mains, composed plates, and structured sharing presentations
- Consistent sizing across the range supports cover replacements and mixed table builds
These plates are well suited to restaurants, bistros, hotel dining rooms, and private dining settings where the appearance of the tableware forms part of the broader dining offer. They are sold in packs of twelve, which works for both initial setups and ongoing stock replenishment. For very high-volume catering environments where throughput and stock simplicity take precedence over presentation, a round plate from a more utilitarian range may be a more practical fit.
If you are putting together a full table setting or want to understand how these plates sit within the wider Studio Prints Stone collection, the team is glad to help you work through what makes sense for your operation.
Key Features
- Super vitrified china body with increased density for commercial durability
- Agate Grey textured glaze replicating a natural stone surface finish
- Oval coupe profile with shallow sides and no raised rim
- Dishwasher safe and microwave compatible for standard service workflows
- Sold in packs of twelve to support setup and replacement purchasing
Operational Benefits
- Resists chipping and cracking through repeated commercial dishwasher cycles
- Muted grey finish conceals surface wear, extending presentable plate life
- Rimless coupe format keeps the focus on food during plating and service
- Neutral tone pairs reliably with varied cuisines and presentation styles
- Consistent sizing simplifies stock management and mid-service replacements
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Grey
- Dimensions
- 317(W) x 255(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Oval
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- No
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 950g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Super vitrified china is a reliable choice for busy dining rooms, offering better resistance to chipping and cracking than standard porcelain. That said, the oval coupe format is designed with presentation in mind, so these plates are best suited to settings where the aesthetic of the tableware is a considered part of the dining experience rather than fast-turnover, high-volume canteen-style operations.
- The muted, textured grey glaze is more forgiving than white or pale finishes when it comes to showing minor surface marks from stacking and handling. While no plate is immune to wear over extended commercial use, the tone and texture of Agate Grey tend to disguise light scuffing that would be more visible on brighter glazes, which can help maintain a consistent appearance across a set for longer.
- The Studio Prints Stone range is designed with a consistent aesthetic across different plate shapes and sizes, so mixing oval and round formats or combining with bowls and platters from the same range generally works well for table builds. If you are putting together a broader table setting, it is worth discussing the full range with the team to make sure sizing and finishes sit together as intended.