1. Porcelain
The term porcelain lacks a universally agreed definition. It was first
made in China; hence it’s commonly name china. Porcelain is generally divided
into the three main categories of hard-paste, soft-paste and bone china,
depending on the composition of the paste. Hard-paste Porcelain and Bone China
are widely used in making dinner wares.
2. Hard-paste porcelain
Hard-paste porcelain consists of Kaolin, a type of clay, feldspar, and
possibly other materials, is fired at about 1400 degrees Celsius to produce
great hardness and strength. Hotel Line (or industrial line) made by most
reputable producers with enhanced stability and durability are preferable for
hotel use.
3. Bone china
Bone China is a mixture of porcelain and about 40 or 50 percent of ox
bone ash. The bone ash serves to whiten and slightly strengthen the porcelain,
while reducing the necessary firing temperature by about 150-200 degrees
Celsius. Bone china is almost snow-white that gives a better presentation on
tableware. Because it is also easier to make, harder to chip, and stronger than
hard paste porcelain, bone china has gained popularity worldwide although
European consumers continue to favor hard porcelain.
4. Stoneware/Earthenware
Both Stoneware and earthenware are common ceramic materials. Stoneware
is hard enough to resist scratching by a steel point. It is more opaque, and
normally only partially vitrified. It is usually colored grey or brownish
because of impurities in the clay used for its manufacture, and is normally
glazed. Earthenware is less strong, less tough, and more porous than stoneware
but it is lower cost. Due to its higher porosity, earthenware must usually be
glazed in order to be watertight.
Stoneware/ Earthenware are generally used for more casual settings as accent pieces to enhance the authenticity of some cultural dishes.
Stoneware/ Earthenware are generally used for more casual settings as accent pieces to enhance the authenticity of some cultural dishes.
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