{"id":22802,"date":"2021-05-05T16:41:23","date_gmt":"2021-05-05T21:41:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lodgingkit.com\/?p=22802"},"modified":"2021-05-06T07:25:16","modified_gmt":"2021-05-06T12:25:16","slug":"different-types-of-ceramic-dinnerware","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lodgingkit.com\/different-types-of-ceramic-dinnerware","title":{"rendered":"Different Types of Ceramic Dinnerware"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px|||&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|0px||||&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mamaisonrevol.com\/what-are-the-differences-between-porcelain-and-stoneware\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source<\/a><\/span> (edited)\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"\">When it comes to choosing the best material for your dinnerware\u00a0there are several choices. There is the family of ceramics (earthenware, stoneware,\u00a0porcelain\u00a0and bone china) but also glass, melamine or in some cases, plastic.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">To answer the question, we will focus on only the ceramic made dinnerware. To understand the pros and cons of each material, we will study each one of them and gather key things to know about each material so we can understand the differences between porcelain and stoneware and bone china.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"\">\n<h2 class=\"\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><strong><span size=\"3\">The types of ceramic<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\">Here are some short descriptions of the 3 type of ceramics we will be focusing on \u2013 stoneware, porcelain and bone china.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;-23px|||||&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.lodgingkit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/earthenware-dinnerware-example.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;An example of earthenware dinnerware, plates and bowls&#8221; title_text=&#8221;earthenware-dinnerware-example&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<ul class=\"\"><\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"\"><b class=\"\">Earthenware:<\/b><\/span>\u00a0this type of ceramic is heavy, sturdy and casual. The color is usually brown or red. It\u2019s better to keep it off temperature changes and it\u2019s better to avoid the microwave and oven. This material is very porous which means it could stain or absorb liquid. It is also the cheapest but also the less resistant of all the type of ceramics. Often hand painted and fragile. \u00a0For these reasons we don\u2019t recommend it for hotel\/resort use. \u00a0While the design and look could work well with certain hospitality aesthetics, the material properties just don\u2019t fit well with a hospitality setting.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.lodgingkit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/stoneware-dinnerware-example-sierra.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Example of Stoneware Dinnerware, Empire Sierra Set&#8221; title_text=&#8221;stoneware-dinnerware-example-sierra&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.lodgingkit.com\/category\/kitchen-products\/dinnerware\/empire-sierra-dinnerware&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.lodgingkit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/porcelain-dinnerware-example.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Example of porcelain dinnerware&#8221; title_text=&#8221;porcelain-dinnerware-example&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.lodgingkit.com\/category\/kitchen-products\/dinnerware\/steelite-royal-porcelain&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.lodgingkit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/bone-china-dinnerware-example.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Example of bone china upscale dinnerware plates &#038; bowls for hotel &#038; resort banquets&#8221; title_text=&#8221;bone-china-dinnerware-example&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;9px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||||&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\"><strong>Stoneware:\u00a0<\/strong>less porous\u00a0<span>than earthenware, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lodgingkit.com\/category\/kitchen-products\/dinnerware\/empire-simply-white\">stoneware<\/a> is also more durable and has a lighter color (but is more opaque than porcelain). It\u2019s fired at a temperature between 2150 and 2330 degrees Fahrenheit. It is pretty durable but not as refined and delicate as porcelain. It\u2019s a good family style option but keep in mind it\u2019s not eternal. \u00a0We have offered stoneware patterns for decades and while it isn\u2019t as upscale and luxurious as porcelain or bone china, it often offers the most \u201cbang for buck\u201d value for use in in-room kitchens within extended-stay hotels and vacation ownership condos.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.0&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;9px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;8px||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||||&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\"><strong><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\"><strong><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\"><strong>Porcelain:\u00a0<\/strong><span>is the non porous option of ceramic. It has an incredible durability resulting from the high firing temperature. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lodgingkit.com\/category\/kitchen-products\/dinnerware\/steelite-royal-porcelain\">Porcelain<\/a> is also resistant to microwave, oven and freezer. Finally, this type of ceramic is also dishwasher safe. This material is usually white.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.0&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;9px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;268px||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||||&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"font-size: large;\"><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"font-size: large;\"><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"font-size: large;\">Bone China:\u00a0<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: large;\">is generally made from a mixture of very refined clay and bone ash. It is very white, almost trans lucid. Bone China is also very elegant and refined but is also very resistant. Great for special occasions but also durable enough for daily use..<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"\">From yet <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/echofoodservicemktg.com\/blog\/are-all-plates-created-equal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">another source<\/a><\/span> (also edited):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"\">\n<li class=\"\">\u00a0<b class=\"\"><span class=\"\">Porcelain<\/span>:<\/b>\u00a0Always a Bright White Body, High heat fired, vitrified glaze for maximum durability. Recommended for high volume establishments. Used in both casual and upscale establishments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"\">\n<li class=\"\"><b class=\"\"><span class=\"\">Bone China<\/span>:<\/b>\u00a0Cream Colored Body, High heat fired, vitrified with min 25% Bone Ash added for strength and translucency. Typically, this lighter body weight product is used in upscale environments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"\">\n<li class=\"\"><span class=\"\"><b class=\"\">High Alumina:<\/b>\u00a0Always a Warm White Colored Body strengthened by the Aluminum Oxide additive. Most ceramics contain some alumina, but Hi-Alumina products are positioned at the high end of the market due to the expense of the added alumina.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"\">\n<li class=\"\"><b class=\"\"><span class=\"\">Stoneware<\/span>:<\/b><span class=\"\">\u00a0<\/span>Close in composition to porcelain but fired at lower temperatures. Less dense and slightly more porous. Usually <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lodgingkit.com\/category\/kitchen-products\/dinnerware\/empire-sierra-dinnerware\">this product<\/a> is thicker and has more of a pottery or artisan feel. It can be softer, more porous and less durable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<span style=\"font-size: 17px;\">Here are a few additional things to keep in mind when selecting dinnerware for your property:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"\">\n<li class=\"\"><span class=\"\">The glaze can vary greatly<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 We&#8217;ve seen brand new economy plates where on close inspection the glaze is obviously compromised and appeared worn through to the clay. Examine samples to ensure the glaze appears evenly applied, no imperfections and\/or worn spots.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"\">\n<li class=\"\"><span class=\"\">The foot of the plate<\/span><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 can be glazed (which is widely considered a sign of the highest quality), polished (most of dinnerware products have a high polished foot) or dry (not glazed or polished, this foot is rough to the touch and can significantly damage not only the plate below it when stacked but also your tabletop finish!)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"\">\n<li class=\"\"><span class=\"\">Examine the plates in a stack.<\/span><span class=\"\"><span color=\"#0a0000\" style=\"color: #0a0000;\">\u00a0Note whether the dinnerware stacks efficiently, is it in a close tight stack or is the stack is loose, thick and leaning? \u00a0Ideally you can place on unit\u2019s worth of dinnerware (whether service for 4, 6, 8, etc.) within your property\u2019s cabinets prior to committing to a full order. \u00a0We once brought in a full container of fancy glazed stoneware for a newly constructed resort. \u00a0Upon delivery, they realize the 11.5\u201d\u00a0dinner plates had a wider diameter than their 11\u201d\u00a0cabinets and the cabinet doors wouldn\u2019t close. \u00a0Of course we made it right for this customer, but had LOTS of 11.5\u201d\u00a0dinner plates in inventory for some time after that.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"\"><span color=\"#0a0000\" style=\"color: #0a0000;\"><span>Of course, should you have any questions then Lodging Kit\u2019s helpful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lodgingkit.com\/contact-us\">sales staff<\/a> is here to provide guidance. \u00a0Similar to the slogan a well know insurance company uses\u2026\u00a0\u201cWe know a thing or two, because we\u2019ve seen a thing or two.\u201d \u00a0Whether it\u2019s dinnerware or ANY <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lodgingkit.com\/shop\">other products<\/a> you\u2019re in the process of selecting, our staff is all too well familiar with what works well, and they\u2019ve seen first hand the mistakes that many customers have made during the selection process. \u00a0Sometimes the brightest shiniest objects are not the most practical solution with regard to value, longevity, and ease of replacement.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to choosing the best material for your dinnerware\u00a0there are several choices. 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