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Fine cracks may develop in the glaze as ceramics are used, but the timing varies from piece to piece.
Fine glaze crazing that develops naturally is distinct from damage caused by a fall, heating an empty piece or another impact. If the ceramic body is cracked or chipped, or you are unsure which type of mark you are seeing, stop using the piece and contact us.
These fine cracks in the glaze are called crazing, and it occurs because the clay body and glaze contract at different rates. Even glazed ceramics may retain some capacity to absorb moisture, so crazing can develop as the piece absorbs moisture from drinks and the air during use.
Even cups bought together may develop crazing at different times because of differences in use or storage. Natural glaze crazing is part of the cup's individual character rather than a defect.
For earthenware cups whose care instructions recommend it, starch sealing before use can help reduce staining in the glaze crazing.