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The reason why vaisselle en céramique is loved, not only because of its warm texture and practical performance, but also lies in the beauty of its ever-changing surface. And behind this beauty, ceramic glaze and surface treatment technology play a vital role. From smooth as a mirror bright glaze, to calm and elegant matte glaze, to the fantastic crystalline glaze, each glaze contains the ceramic craftsman’s craftsmanship and art.
So, how is the glaze of vaisselle en céramique created? What kinds of ceramic glaze? This article will take you into the ceramic tableware surface treatment technology, “behind the scenes of the world”, to open the mystery of the glaze.
What is the ceramic glaze?
Glaze refers to a glassy film that covers ceramics, which is commonly composed of silicon, aluminum, alkali metals and other mineral components. Ceramic glaze not only improves the appearance and luster of tableware, but also enhances its durability against water, corrosion and dirt. High-quality glazes also make ceramics significantly more resistant to heat and scratching, thereby making tableware suitable for everyday, continuous usage.
The color effect of the glaze is also closely related to metal oxides, such as copper oxide can appear green, iron oxide brings reddish brown or greenish gray texture. And these colors in the high-temperature firing will produce wonderful changes, giving vaisselle en céramique a unique visual charm.
Common ceramic glaze type and its process analysis
- Glossy Glaze
Glossy Glaze is the most common type of ceramic glaze, which presents a bright and smooth mirror effect after firing. It maximizes the reflection of light and makes tableware look cleaner and more transparent, which is perfect for modern minimalist table settings.
- Application Advantages: Easy to clean, bright colors and outstanding visual effects.
- Process characteristics: Usually fired at a high temperature above 1280°C, requiring a balanced ratio of glaze materials and precise firing time to avoid bubbles or uneven phenomena on the surface. 2.
- Matte Glaze
Matte Glaze presents a low or no reflection texture, and the color is more introverted and softer. In recent years, with the popularity of “original aesthetics” and naturalism style, matte ceramic tableware is becoming more and more popular, especially in high-end hotels, and boutique cafes are widely used.
- Application advantages: delicate feel, texture, and not easy to leave fingerprints.
- Process characteristics: matte glaze on the glaze thickness and firing temperature requirements are higher, a slight deviation may lead to glaze astringency or peeling. 3.
- Ice crackle glaze (Crackle Glaze)
Ice crackle glaze surface shows a natural crackle-like pattern, as if the ice surface cracked, with unique artistry. This ceramic glaze is often used in Chinese tableware or decorative ceramics, is an important expression of retro style.
- Application advantages: strong decorative, strong sense of art.
- Process characteristics: By controlling the difference of thermal expansion coefficient between the glaze and the body, natural cracks are formed. If used for functional tableware, it needs further treatment to prevent water seepage.
- Crystalline Glaze
Crystalline glaze is a special formula used at high temperatures to form a crystal structure of metal oxides in the ceramic glaze, which grows naturally like a flower. The pattern of each piece of Crystalline Glaze tableware is unique, so it is also known as the “treasure in the glaze”.
- Application advantages: strong visual impact, unique sense of art.
- Technological characteristics: temperature control requirements are extremely high, usually in the post-firing stage through a long period of heat preservation to promote the generation of crystals, the technical threshold is large.
- Spray glaze, dip glaze and hand glaze process
The realization of different glaze effects, but also inseparable from the choice of glazing methods. Common processes include:
- Spray glaze: suitable for mass production, uniform glaze;
- Dip glaze: fast and efficient, suitable for neutral or glossy glaze;
- Hand glaze: flexible, suitable for art ceramics or customized tableware, the texture is more vivid and natural.
Surface treatment and food safety: not just for looks, but also for peace of mind
Aesthetics is not the only goal of glazes; food contact safety is even more crucial. High-quality ceramic glazes must comply with international food safety standards (e.g., FDA, LFGB, etc.) and must not contain harmful heavy metals such as lead and cadmium.
Experienced ceramic manufacturers like Yongjian use lead- and cadmium-free, environmentally friendly glazes and conduct stringent dissolution tests before leaving the factory to ensure that every piece of vaisselle en céramique not only looks good, but is also worth using with peace of mind.
Yongjian: Specializing in the Art of Glazing, Creating High-Quality Ceramic Tableware
With years of experience, Yongjian integrates the glazing artistry of vaisselle en céramique with modern manufacturing practices. In addition to offering numerous finishing options in gloss, matte, crackle, and hand glaze, we extend customizable solutions through private labeling for brand clients and food service buyers. This includes precise color promises, craftsmanship, logo printing, and personalized packaging design.
À Yongjian, each piece of tableware is meticulously inspected during the glazing process, ensuring each item is high-fired for opulent beauty and unmatched durability while always maintaining international food safety standards. If you desire a brand unique exclusively designed tableware set or wish for a new collection featuring a distinct design, we can customize it for you.
From us, every piece of tableware serves as branding and an expression in ceramic artistry, coupled with practical utility. Contact Yongjian today and let us help you expand your imaginative vision.
En tant que fabricant de vaisselle en céramique depuis plus de 30 ans, Yongjian Ceramics se consacre à vous fournir de la vaisselle en céramique de qualité supérieure en gros.
