Vitreous china
Enamel coating applied to porcelain / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Vitreous china is an enamel coating that is applied to ceramics, particularly porcelain, after they have been fired, though the name can also refer to the finished piece as a whole. The coating makes the porcelain tougher, denser, and shinier, and it is a common choice for items such as toilets and sink basins.[1][2][3]
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Vitreous china | |
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Material type | enamel |
Physical properties | |
Density (ρ) | 1.83-2.48 g/cm3 |
Water absorption—over 24 hours | <0.5% |
Mechanical properties | |
Compressive strength (σc) | 400-800 kgf/cm2 (39226.6-78453.2 kPa) |
Poisson's ratio (ν) | 0.5 |
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