Ceramic Terminology Glossary

Transparent glaze transmits light clearly.

Ceramic terminology glossary.

This page was last edited on 21 september 2020 at 22 39 utc. Most ceramic tile manufacturers use a rating system based on or supported by this group. Ratings are typically found on the tile sample or in the product catalog. Scratch resistance moisture absorption.

Acid washed a treatment applied to the face of a stone to achieve a texture. Greek term meaning earthenware from which the word ceramics is derived. A a restoration or prosthesis designed for use over a limited period of time. Need some definitions or descriptions of certain key ceramic terms.

The resistance offered by a piece of ceramic of unit cross sectional area to a force. Our glossary defines language used by tile suppliers designers and installers for ceramic marble granite floor glass tile and much more. 2019 academy of prosthodontics. Important in calculating glaze body relationships.

Stoneware all ceramic wear fired between 2 100 and 2 300 degrees. Dictionary of ceramics 3rd edition. Throwing creating ceramic shapes on the potter s wheel. Standard terminology of ceramic whitewares and related products.

Glossary of ceramics terms. Dodd a murfin d. The intentional removal radicular repair and replacement of a tooth into its alveolus. B a procedure that whose outcome is by intent subject.

The mechanical strength is quoted as modulus of rupture. See also claybody glaze fit high temp glaze intermediate glaze low temp glaze. The term defining the extent to which a material may be distorted under a given stress. Glossaries and tile articles from around the internet have been researched to compile this list and it is an ongoing project.

When purchasing ceramic pieces it is important to consider the type of glaze in terms of food safety durability and fit with the underlying claybody. Term often applied to all kiln posts but more correctly referring to specialized refractory furniture pieces equipped with ceramic or metallic points designed to support fully glazed wares during firing. Tile glossary of terms. Don t see a word you need to know or understand.

The instiutue of materials. E mail us and we ll add it to the page. Text is available under the creative commons. Glossary of prosthodontic terms 9th edition.

Check them out here on our ceramic vocabulary web page. Other ratings may include. The most comprehensive glossary of ceramic stone tile terminology online. Bat a slab on which clay is handled typically a circle piece that can be attached to a pottery wheel head.