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Guide to porcelain types

In our range, you’ll find several types of porcelain, including hard-paste porcelain, bone china, and stoneware. But what are the differences between these materials, and what benefits do they offer?

Below, we’ll review key facts about each type to help you choose the material that best suits your business.

Hard-paste porcelain

Bone china is made from traditional porcelain ingredients with the addition of at least 25% bone ash. It is fired at around 1200 °C and is typically white with a soft, elegant sheen. Bone china is appreciated for its lightweight yet strong composition, allowing for thin and refined designs without compromising durability.

• Microwave safe (depending on decoration)
• Dishwasher safe
• Not oven safe

Bone china

Bone china is made from traditional porcelain ingredients with the addition of at least 25% bone ash. It is fired at around 1200 °C and is typically white with a soft, elegant sheen. Bone china is appreciated for its lightweight yet strong composition, allowing for thin and refined designs without compromising durability.

• Microwave safe (depending on decoration)
• Dishwasher safe
• Not oven safe

Stoneware

Stoneware is technically not porcelain, as it does not contain kaolin clay. Instead, it is made from clay and quartz, and fired at high temperatures to create a dense and highly durable material. Stoneware is often oven safe and is recognized for its rustic and natural appearance.

• Microwave safe
• Dishwasher safe
• Oven safe

Care instructions for porcelain

To keep your porcelain in top condition, follow these simple care tips:

Wash porcelain immediately after use

Food residues left after a meal can easily stain delicate details. Porcelain is especially sensitive to acidic foods like apples and lemons. If you can't wash immediately, rinse off the food residues.

Soak porcelain for burnt-on dirt

Soaking your porcelain for 30 minutes helps loosen burnt-on dirt. This avoids the need for abrasive cleaners or steel wool, which can scratch the glaze and dull the surface.

Use a dishwasher

Most porcelain sets are dishwasher safe. To keep them in good condition, use rinse aid to reduce friction and prevent scratches when stacking plates.

If your porcelain has gold details, we recommend hand washing.

Remove gray deposits with acid

Use ascorbic acid, citric acid, or similar to remove gray deposits. These are often caused by carbonates in water that dry onto the surface and are hard to wash off.

Avoid microwave if porcelain has metallic decor

Most porcelain is microwave safe, but never heat it if it has metallic decorations. The metal can spark and flash in the microwave.