CHURCHILL STONECAST® Patina – Inspired by Surface Texture
Stonecast Patina – Stonecast Patina is inspired by tones and surface texture created naturally over time, shaped on organic materials such as metal, stone, leather and wood. The earthy, reactive tones are hand decorated in the UK, making each piece unique and individual.
In a range of stunning items, Stonecast Patina allows you to be individual. Sophisticated Burnished Green, Antique Taupe, Iron Black, Vintage Copper, Cobalt, Blue Rust Red, Deep Purple and Rustic Teal provide the perfect base for a wide range of fresh and creative food presentation.
Feature & Benefits
Super Vitrified Body – Super Vitrified is a vitreous body that does not absorb moisture, it is more hygienic and has better heat retention properties. Its high resistance to thermal shock helps reduce breakages and provides superior strength.
Super Vitrified meets the quality standard for food service tableware laid down by the British Standards Institute, BS 4034 and is manufactured under the internationally recognised ISO 9001 quality management system.
Superior Glaze Finish – Protected by Churchill’s ecoglaze, a high-performance glaze that enhances product performance, prolonging the life of the product, improving stain and metal mark resistance and durability.
Fully Glazed Base on all Flatware – Prevents damage when stacking.
Improved Face Profile – A defined rim edge to improve food presentation.
Strong and Streamlined – Lightweight, attractive product with a rolled edge that is more than capable in any back of house environment.
Microwave & Dishwasher Safe
Churchill China
Churchill blend centuries of experience with cutting edge technology and design innovation to produce one of the strongest ceramic bodies in the world.
Churchill’s UK manufactured tableware is precisely engineered to perform to the demands of the hospitality environment. Every step in the process is practised and refined. From the sourcing of raw materials and unique formulation of the clay body, to shape engineering and numerous quality checks ensuring that Churchill products work as hard as you do. Top industry chefs choose Churchill over other brands due to the performance, expertise and design of our ceramics adding value to their hospitality operations.
8 Reasons why a Churchill plate is more than just a plate;
PERFORMANCE MATERIALS
Churchill’s unique clay recipe is essential in creating a strong and durable product for the hospitality industry. Their raw materials are selected to deliver the optimum balance of strength and whiteness.
ENGINEERED SHAPE & FORM
Every piece of Churchill’s ceramic is designed with performance in mind. Through expert shape engineering, they reinforce strength and durability while continual investment in technology guarantees functionality and consistent quality.
VITRIFICATION & FIRING
100% of Churchill’s ceramics are vitrified which is essential to the hospitality industry. Through the process of vitrification, the particle structure of our ceramic body becomes strong, dense and watertight.
GLAZING
Their glaze is hard wearing and designed specifically for the hospitality environment. The durability is a combination of the glaze recipe, the firing temperature and substrate. Their Eco Glaze is specially formulated to be re-usable, minimising its impact on the environment.
QUALITY & PERFORMANCE
Churchill ceramics are continuously tested and quality checked, from the stage of raw materials, throughout the manufacturing process to the final fired piece.
DESIGN INNOVATION
Churchill are experts in ceramic design and at the forefront of innovation. Their entire product portfolio is designed in the UK by an experienced and talented design team. They work with chefs from around the world ensuring they have an understanding of the needs of their customers.
SERVICE & STOCK
Churchill are dedicated to reliability, ensuring their products are in stock and delivered on time. They pride ourselves on their stock levels and ability to deliver on time.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Established in 1795, Churchill have been manufacturing ceramics in Stoke on Trent, England for 225 years.