Ru Kiln, the first of the five famous kilns of the Song Dynasty, is famous for its unique azure glaze and "cicada wing pattern" openings. Ru kiln tea set is not only tea utensils, but also art treasures. However, the care of the Ru kiln tea set is a subtle art, need to be carefully cared for in order to make it everlasting, blossomed with a unique charm.
Open flakes are the most distinctive feature of the Ru Kiln tea set and one of its most aesthetic elements. Open slice refers to the natural formation of fine cracks on the surface of the glaze, as light and agile as a cicada's wings. Ru kiln open slice formation depends mainly on the tire glaze expansion coefficient difference, in the high temperature firing process, the glaze layer shrinks faster than the tire body, thus forming a fine open slice.
The care of Ru kiln openings is essentially a process of subtle interaction between the tea broth and the glaze. The minerals and pigments in the tea broth will gradually seep into the openings, gradually changing the color and texture of the openings, making them richer and deeper. Therefore, the key to caring for your Ru Kiln tea set is to focus on daily use and to care for it according to the different types of tea.
How to care for an open-piece Ru kiln tea set
- New Cup Opening: For newly purchased Ru Kiln tea sets, it is recommended to first soak them in water for 24 hours to remove impurities from the clay. After that, it can be brewed with boiling water a few times to remove the fire from the cup. After the cup has cooled down completely, you can start using it officially.
- Daily maintenance::
- special tea or cup for each individual: It is recommended that each Ruyao tea set be fixed with one type of tea, such as green tea, oolong tea, black tea, etc.. The pigmentation and composition of different teas vary greatly, and mixing them may result in uneven opening color.
- Tea Soup Moisture: Try not to wash your tea set immediately after each brew. You can leave the tea broth in the cup to dry naturally. The minerals and pigments in the tea broth will gradually seep into the open piece, making it more moist and soulful.
- Cleaning and Maintenance: After use, the tea set can be rinsed with warm water to remove tea residue and tea scale. Do not use detergent or steel wool to clean, so as not to damage the glaze.
- Storage environment: Ru kiln tea sets should be stored in a dry, ventilated environment, avoiding direct sunlight and humid environments.
Care Precautions for Open Piece Ru Kiln Tea Set
- Avoid bumping: Ru kiln tea set is thin, should avoid bumping and dropping, so as not to cause damage.
- Avoid sudden cold and heat: Ru kiln tea set should not be cold and hot, so as not to cause glaze cracking.
- Avoid oil stains: Ru kiln tea set should avoid contact with oil, so as not to affect the color of the open piece.
Taking care of your Ru Kiln tea set is not only caring for a work of art, but also a process of savoring life and cultivating your senses. Over time, the Ru Kiln tea set will gradually present a unique personal style, becoming your most intimate tea companion.
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