The Ceramics Insider

Issue Index | 2003

August 20, 2003

The Ceramics Insider sponsored by Creative Glazes.
http://www.creativeglazes.com/
Contents:
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* Ceramics Insider Tip ~ Re-Glazing
* Sale Items
* Submit Your Tip and Get a Gift Certificate
* Web Links
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* Ceramics Insider Tip ~ Re-Glazing

There is nothing more disappointing than pulling a much anticipated piece from the kiln and discovering that you didn't apply enough glaze. We receive many requests from people wondering how to apply more glaze to an already glazed and fired piece. It is okay to put glaze on top of a fired glaze and fire the piece again. You can even change the color if you like. But because of the glass-like surface, it can be very difficult to get the new glaze to stick to the fired glaze. Often the new glaze wants to bead up rather than go on smoothly.

Saving your piece isn't hard if you know the right tricks. Here are some re-glazing ideas we have collected over the years. You will have to try these to see which one works best for you:

1. Heat the piece first, with a heat gun or in the oven or kiln.
2. Spray the piece with sticky hairspray (usually the cheapest you can find), dry, apply glaze.
3. Brush white (Elmer's) glue on, let dry, apply glaze.
4. Microwave the piece for 30 seconds. (Some potters say this makes a huge difference, and the piece doesn't need to actually get or stay hot)
5. Add detergent or shampoo to the glaze (baby shampoo is good because it doesn't foam)
6. To improve your odds further, wash the pot first with ammonia or detergent, wearing rubber gloves, and don't touch it. The oils from your fingers can prevent glaze from sticking.
7. Apply the new coating of glaze sparingly. If you get the coating too thick, you may prevent adhesion instead of encouraging it.
8. Spray the piece with spray starch, let dry, then apply glaze.
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* SALE Items (limited time offer) ~

IN1781 - Duncan Pumpkin Orange Envisions Glaze - 4oz - $3.25 (regularly $4.05)
IN1026 - Duncan Very Black Envisions Glaze - 4oz - $2.85 (regularly $3.55)
FD266 - Duncan Papaya French Dimensions - 1.25oz - $1.95 (regularly $2.45)
NTG9314 - Gare Golden Embers Crystal Glaze - 4oz - $3.25 (regularly $4.05)
SY1025 - Duncan Heirloom Silver - 4oz - $2.45 (regularly $3.05)
CN012 - Duncan Concepts Underglaze for Bisque - 8oz - $6.65 (regularly $7.85)
PC501 - Mayco Terra Cotta Pottery Glaze - Pint - $8.45 (regularly $9.95)
GL612 - Duncan Diamond Clear Glaze - Pint - $5.75 (regularly $6.75)
TB737 - Duncan #3 Round Brush - $3.00 (regularly $3.55)

KW-1 - Kiln Wash - $3.00 (regularly $4.00)

Check out the Granite Stones Non-fired Paints and the Gallery Opaque Glazes Over-Stock Sale at 20% to 25% discount.

PLUS - 30% off selected group of sealers!

http://www.creativeglazes.com/sale.htm
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* Submit Your Tip and Get a Gift Certificate ~
If you have a helpful hint, tip, or trick you would like to share, send it to theceramicsinsider@creativeglazes.com. If we use your tip in The Ceramics Insider, you will receive a $15 gift certificate at our sponsor, Creative Glazes and get your name in print! (or remain anonymous if you prefer)

Couldn't you use $15.00 worth of free glazes, brushes, etc.? Send us your tip today!
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* Web Links ~
Do you have a ceramic related website? Would you like to trade links? If so, e-mail us for details - glazes@creativeglazes.com

Be sure to check our Website Links page for yourself!
http://www.creativeglazes.com/customerlinks.htm

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