Aug 26, 2026
Porcelain VS Medium Temperature Stoneware VS Dolomite
Porcelain Dinnerware Sets Stoneware Dinnerware Sets Dolomite Giftware
Medium‑temperature = Mid‑temp Stoneware ( Most Common Use in Chaozhou )
- Definition & Core Difference
1）Porcelain ( High Temperature )
- Firing temperature: 1280‑1320℃, high‑fire
- Raw material: High‑purity kaolin clay
- Water absorption: ＜0.5%, fully vitrified
- Feature: Slightly translucent against bright light; bright pure‑white body; smooth & dense; clear ringing sound when tapped
- Durability: Very chip‑resistant, dishwasher & microwave safe, hotel‑grade durable
- Market position: Mid‑high end dinnerware ( De‑hua main material )
2）Medium‑temperature Stoneware ( Main products in Chaozhou )
- Firing temperature: 1180‑1220℃, medium‑fire
- Raw material: Mixed local clay, lower‑cost formula
- Water absorption: 0.5%‑3%
- Feature: Opaque (NO translucency); thicker heavy‑feeling body; can make beautiful reactive rustic glaze; sound is less ringing than porcelain
- Durability: Good for daily use, but easier to craze / stain than high‑fire porcelain
- Market position: Mass‑market, budget hotel ware, large‑volume cheap dinnerware
3） Dolomite ( Low Temperature , Light Weight )
- Firing temperature: 1000‑1100℃, low‑fire
- Raw material: Dolomite clay (magnesium‑calcium carbonate clay)
- Water absorption: High＞3%，porous body
- Feature: Very white blank body, perfect for hand‑painted decals; lightweight
- Durability: Fragile, easy chipping. NOT recommended for frequent dishwasher use
- Market position: Giftware, decorative tableware, cheap seasonal crafts, NOT heavy‑duty restaurant dinnerware
- Side by side by Comparison Table
- Buyer Practical Tips
If client wants restaurant heavy‑duty long‑life plates, choose Porcelain or high‑fired vitrified stoneware, avoid dolomite.
If client wants large cheap bulk order with rustic reactive glaze, medium‑temp stoneware is your best cost‑effective option (Chaozhou advantage).
Dolomite is NOT dinnerware for heavy daily commercial use; only recommend it for decorative & gift items.
