Vitreous china

Vitreous china is an enamel coating that is applied to ceramics, particularly porcelain, after they've 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 things like toilets and sink basins.[1][2][3]

References

  1. Active Interest Media, Inc. (April 1977). Old-House Journal. Active Interest Media, Inc. p. 39. ISSN 0094-0178. Retrieved 25 September 2012.
  2. Philippe Boch; Jean-Claude Nièpce (5 January 2010). Ceramic Materials: Processes, Properties, and Applications. John Wiley & Sons. p. 117. ISBN 978-0-470-39454-0. Retrieved 25 September 2012.
  3. William L. Ventolo (1 May 1995). Your Home Inspection Guide. Dearborn Trade Publishing. p. 126. ISBN 978-0-7931-1336-1. Retrieved 25 September 2012.
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