times. After finishing the firing, the Benjarong will be cooled down; then it is taken out of the kiln. Once the Benjarong has been fired, it can be seen as three-dimensional bubbles of paint on the surface, which is the reason why Benjarong is unique. At the end of production, there will be quality control. The slightest mistake in any process would ruin the design and fame of Benjarong. Any mistake is unacceptable. Benjarong is supposed to be perfect in every respect. If a mistake is found, it will be sent back to the studio or might be thrown it away. In fact, this happens very rarely because during each stage the artists take good care of each individual piece. (Blobiztar Company Limited) Usage Most people use it as a precious gift to special occasions such as wedding or New Year's Day. Also some people use it as the decorate items for houses. Benjarong is the product that anyone would be pleased to receive. However, Benjarong is fragile which is similar to ceramic. It would break if dropped on the floor, so you should take good care of it and make sure to keep it out from children and pets. Even though the colors on Benjarong have good quality and will not fade, it is smarter to avoid direct exposure to sunlight for a long period. Also, you are not allowed to clean the Benjarong with cleaners or scouring agents. The abrasive materials and hard surface is not suggested in cleaning Benjarong. Please use soft sponge, soft dry cloth or your hand to clean it. Indeed, if you follow these suggestions, Benjarong will surely be with you for a very long time and you can enjoy its beauty all the time. References Fernquest, J. (2012, March 20). Thai Heritage: Benjarong Porcelain. Retrieved from Bangkokpost: http://www.bangkokpost.com/learning/learning-from-news/285215/about-business History of Benjarong. (n.d.). Retrieved from Siam-Traders: History of Benjarong. (n.d.). Retrieved from Globiztar: http://www.globiztar.com/benjarong/benjarong-catalog.pdf External links Thai pottery Porcelain