Porcelain is the non-porous option of ceramic. It is usually translucent, lighter in weight and thinner and has a delicate appearance. In addition, it has incredible durability.
Porcelain Teacup with Fish Design
Each porcelain piece is covered with a clear glaze, creating a unique milky white colour. Often made into more refined pieces, porcelain can have many other materials mixed with the "kaolin" clay - like silica, feldspar, quartz, glass, bone ash, and/or alabaster. These ingredients help to fortify the clay mixture and, when fired, produce a strong product that shares some similarities with enamel.