Question

Difference between ceramic and porcelain

Answer 1

1. Ceramic is an inorganic material that is made from clay by the process of heating and solidifying. Porcelain is also made from clay but at a higher temperature than ceramics.
2. Ceramic is opaque whereas porcelain is translucent.
3. Porcelain has a delicate appearance when compared to ceramics.
4. When compared to ceramics, porcelain has a fine and smooth surface.
5. Porcelain materials are thinner than ceramics, they also have a slightly whiter appearance.
6. Porcelain is superior to ceramics in resisting staining. In cold weather, there is very little possibility that the porcelain tiles may crack.
7. Ceramic tiles are more porous than porcelain ones.