There are significant differences between porcelain bowls and ceramic bowls in terms of materials, craftsmanship, and physical properties. Porcelain is fired at high temperatures and has a fine texture; pottery is made at low temperatures and has a rough texture. Both have their own characteristics and are suitable for different scenarios. As living standards improve and market demand increases, the ceramic industry will be more environmentally friendly and diversified in the future.
Porcelain bowls and ceramic bowls are common tableware in our daily lives, but many people do not fully understand the differences between them. This article will discuss in detail the differences between porcelain bowls and ceramic bowls from many aspects such as materials, production processes, physical properties, historical development, use and care.
1. Materials and definitions
1. Definition of ceramics
Ceramics refers to a general term for various utensils made of clay, including pottery and porcelain. The main differences between earthenware and porcelain are the firing temperature, material composition, and the texture and appearance of the finished product.
2. Definition of porcelain
Porcelain is a type of ceramic, which is made of fine clay materials such as kaolin and fired at high temperatures of 1200°C-1400°C. Porcelain usually has high hardness and good luster, dense structure and fine texture.
3. Definition of pottery
Pottery is usually made of ordinary clay fired at a temperature of 800℃-1100℃. The texture of pottery is rough, the water absorption rate is high, and the hardness is relatively low.
4. Definition of ceramic bowl
Ceramic bowl is a broad concept, including pottery bowls and porcelain bowls. It refers to a bowl made of ceramic material, either earthenware or porcelain.