The specific "recipe" or content for porcelain determines its final properties like whiteness, strength, and translucency.
Acts as a "flux," melting during firing to create a glassy matrix that bonds the other ingredients together, making the final piece non-porous (vitrified). Porcelain
The foundational ingredient. It provides structural integrity and maintains the white color at high temperatures. The specific "recipe" or content for porcelain determines
Porcelain is a highly refined ceramic material primarily composed of , feldspar , and quartz . It is valued for its unique combination of strength, delicate translucency, and pure white color, often being referred to as "the noblest form of ceramics". Key Raw Materials It provides structural integrity and maintains the white
Proportions vary based on the intended use and firing temperature:
Specifically added to Bone China recipes (up to 50%) to allow for thinner, lighter, and more translucent pieces. Common Formulations
Higher feldspar content (70–85%) mixed with quartz and a small amount of kaolin for aesthetic translucency.