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Promotional mug
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A promotional mug is a branded cup often used for drinking hot beverages.Ancient mugs were usually carved in wood or bone or shaped of clay, but most modern ones are made of ceramic materials such as earthenware, bone china, porcelain or stoneware. Some are made from strengthened glass, such as Pyrex. There are several types of mugs classified according to the material used to build them and the purpose they are supposed to serve. Earthenware They are made from pottery. This form of pottery is fired to low temperatures to ensure the components do not vitrify or simply turn into glass. This form of mugs have been manufactured for over 9000 years and they remain a favorite choice for most manufacturers. Key features of earthenware mugs are; Not impervious to water (cannot hold water), Chips easily,Color is white, Feels chalky,Look rough white, Can only use when decorated, Cannot withstand high/low temp, Not oven safe, Suited for decorative or promotional use, Painting bisque: Cannot correct mistakes, Glazes adheres to bisque: bisque is porous, Paint or glaze the bottom of the piece and stilt on shelf. Bone china The ingredients of bone china are china clay, china stone, silica, alumina, alkalies, lime and bone ash. Examples of bone china mugs are; Royale China Mugs, Hug China Mugs, Windsor China Mugs. Stoneware Stoneware is a stronger clay that is fired to a high temperature than traditional earthenware mugs. When fired to maturity it becomes a sturdy, <ref name="Hildyard1999"/> chip resistant material suitable for using in cooking, baking, storing liquids, as serving dishes and even to use in the garden. These types of mugs are exceptional durable and therefore provide for added longevity. Travel They were introduced in the 1980s and they adopt the thermal insulation property to keep the temperature of its content constant. It is completely sealed to prevent spillage.Most of them have an opening at the top through which the content is poured in or out of the mug. Much of the mug design aims at optimising insulation.The handle of the mug keeps the hand away from the hot or cold walls of the mug. Key features of travel mugs include; Insulation which keeps beverages hot or cold and hands comfortable, Stainless steel travel mugs are easier to clean and keep beverages hot for a longer period of time, Made to fit easily within vehicle cup holders, Perfect for Competitive sports, Fitness, Hiking, Climbing, Skiing/Snowboarding, Boating and Hunting. Dye sublimation photographs Full colour photo graphic quality promotional mugs can be created using a dye sublimation technique. Plastic Plastic mugs are light weight, durable and break resistant. 
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