What is Fine Bone China (and what is fine bone china made of)?
Fine Bone china is a durable, lightweight and elegant material that is most commonly used for the creation of tableware and teaware.
To create bone china, either china clay, china stone, bone ash, or a combination of the three is combined with porcelain clay and fired at a slightly lower temperature than porcelain.
This produces a light, delicate material with a milky, almost translucent appearance.
Benefits of Fine Bone China Tableware:
Fine Bone china is the strongest material of the porcelain and china ceramics, meaning that it is likely to last through everyday use and the usual accidental slips of the hand or knocks off the table.
Fine Bone china is a luxurious and precious material, so will last for decades and can have amazing sentimental value when passed down through generations.
It brings a perception of elegance and sophisticated taste to dining at home, making every day a special occasion!
What’s the difference between Fine Bone China & Porcelain?
1. Composition
Fine Bone China: Contains at least 30-50% bone ash, mixed with kaolin, feldspar, and quartz. The bone ash makes it lighter, more translucent, and stronger.
Porcelain: Made from kaolin, feldspar, and quartz, but no bone ash.
2. Strength & Durability
Fine Bone China: Thinner but stronger due to the bone ash content, making it more chip-resistant despite its delicate look.
Porcelain: Harder and denser, but also more brittle, meaning it can crack or break more easily if dropped.
3. Appearance & Translucency
Fine Bone China: More translucent – when held up to light, it has a warm, glowing effect. Softer, creamier white tone due to the bone ash.
Porcelain: More opaque – less light passes through.
4. Cost & Prestige
Fine Bone China: More expensive and considered luxurious, often used in fine dining and high-end tea sets.
Porcelain: More affordable and commonly used for everyday tableware and decorative items.
Fine Bone China Is Also:
- Break-resistant, Microwave-safe, Oven-safe, Dishwasher-safe
- Non-porous and won’t absorb moisture, odors, or stains. It’s easier to clean and maintain its pristine condition over time.
- Ideal for formal dining and special occasions, and it’s perfect for fine dining or special gatherings.
If you're looking for something luxurious, lightweight, and elegant, go for fine bone china.
Features:
- 16-Piece Set: Service for 4, including 4 of each of the following: Dinner Plate (Dia27cm), Salad Plate (Dia20cm), Soup Bowl (Dia14cm), Mug (355ml).
- Beautiful Elegance Design: Bone China has a translucent quality and a fine, polished finish, giving it an elegant, luxurious appearance. The colors are often brighter and more vibrant. Generally more expensive and considered luxurious due to its craftsmanship and composition.
- Easy to Handle: Break-resistant, dishwasher safe, oven-safe, microwave safe.
Important Notice:
Fragile Items: In-Store Pickup Only (For safety reasons, fragile items are only available for in-store pickup and cannot be shipped.)
