Description
How L1GHT Jade Is Made:
What is jade-like porcelain, and why is it special?
Q1: What is jade-like porcelain, and why is it special?
Jade-like porcelain is a refined form of Dehua porcelain that is fired under higher temperatures in a controlled kiln environment, allowing the material to become denser, smoother, and more translucent.
Unlike unglazed porcelain, where the surface remains matte and textured, jade-like porcelain develops a soft gloss and a silky, almost buttery smooth finish. Light doesn’t just reflect on the surface—it gently diffuses through it, creating a subtle, milky translucency similar to jade.
It’s special because it reveals a different side of the same clay. The process is more demanding and less predictable, but the result is a cup that feels warmer, smoother, and more refined in the hand—something that is not only seen, but truly felt.
Q2: How is the cup shaped and refined?
We begin with hand drawings, move into modern CAD modeling, and produce 3D-printed prototypes to fine-tune the form. Once the design is locked, we use precision molds to cast each cup in Dehua clay. After the bisque stage, skilled hands carve and polish the narrow “neck” just below the rim—our ergonomic fingertip rest—ensuring every piece feels perfectly balanced in your hand.
Q3: What happens after shaping?
Cups undergo a first, low-temperature “bisque” firing at 600–800 °C. This stage removes moisture, organic materials, and strengthens the clay, making it ready for the final finishing steps.
Q4: How do you achieve the matte “eggshell” finish?
After bisque firing, each cup is hand-polished with ultra-fine abrasives—often leather or very fine sand. This second manual pass smooths the surface perfectly and creates that soft, tactile “jade” feel.
Q6: How do you cool and inspect the cups?
We cool the kiln slowly to prevent stress cracks. Each cup is then hand-inspected for flawless translucence, a pure matte finish, and exact dimensions. Only those meeting our strict standards earn the LIGHT name.
