For most boats, enamelware is the best balance of durability and good looks. Porcelain looks best but breaks. Melamine survives but looks like a campsite. Enamelware, a steel core with fused glass, sits in the middle: it survives knocks and still looks like proper tableware. Here is the comparison. How do they compare?   Enamelware Porcelain Melamine Breaks when dropped Rarely; may chip Yes Rarely Weight Light Heavy Very light...