Introduction
Sanitary ware is a division of ceramic wares. It is proven that ceramic sanitary wares are cost-effective and useful for the long run. Sanitary wares can withstand more than 400 kg load and excellent resistance to chemical attacks. Sanitary ware items can be easily cleaned because of its glossy surface properties.
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What are sanitary ware products?
Sanitary ware items are made up of ceramic ware used in bathrooms. Some of the sanitary ware products are
- Toilets
- Wash basins
- Pedestals
- Bidet
- Urinals
- Sinks
- Bathtubs
Accessories like
- Soap holder/trays
- Ash trays
- Towel Rod
- Toilet paper holder
And some other products are made by ceramics.

what is sanitary ware
Sanitary ware – Meaning
Sanitary – Hygienic and Clean. Ware – Product / article
Sanitary ware – Definition
Sanitary ware is a vitreous china body fired above 1200°C to get the required sanitary model to use for domestic and industrial purpose.
Properties
Some of the essential properties that are required for sanitary ware body.
- Water absorption should be below 0.5%.
- Can withstand a minimum of 400 Kg load.
- Good glossy surface for easy cleaning.
Sanitary Ware is made using three main components.
1) Clay
2) Quartz
3) Feldspar
All these raw materials are mixed in a proper position, cast and fired to get the final sanitary ware product. Some of the Sanitary ware products are Washbasins, pedestals, Urinals, Wall hung, one-piece toilet, bathtubs and toilet tanks.
Sanitary ware is made in different colours as per the requirement. It can bear a heavy load and has good scratch resistance property.
Sanitary ware comes in a variety of designs and variety of shape and sizes.
To know more about sanitary ware production look at Sanitary ware manufacturing/production process. And also find the top sanitaryware brands in India.
12 comments
Sir,
Please advise can sanitary ware absorb water and if a sanitary ware is exposed to water, can it be re-fired in kiln.
Sanitary ware body have less than 0.5% water absorption. Can be re-fired after drying the wares.
For a common person to know about what is sanitary ware will be ok . but for a professional with technical knowledge needs Bit of more explanation .. I have clay mine. If u like we can provide more details..
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