Glazes and Glazing

Can I mix Glazes together?

Yes, some glazes can be mixed to produce new colours. Always test first - experiment!

Do powdered glazes give the same quality finish as prepared glazes?

Yes, if they have been mixed correctly.

Why is my earthenware glaze crazing?

The glaze may not be suitable for the particular clay. Clays and glazes expand and contract at different rates so it is important to choose a glaze that is suitable for your clay. All our glazes state which clay bodies they are suitable for. Crazi...

Do you have a remedy for Pinholing?

When small dots of unglazed or depressed areas appear in the glaze surface, this is called "pinholing". Pinholing occurs when gases in the glaze and clay bubble up to the surface. The gas bubbles pop and a 'hole' appears, which doesn't fuse over.R...

My glaze has settled. Does it matter?

Glaze settling may result in firing problems so it is always recommended that you thoroughly mix your glaze before use. When a glaze settles, some of the components of the glaze collect in the bottom of the container so your glaze will be missing ...

Are your glazes food safe?

All our Vitraglaze glazes are lead-free and non-toxic. Where toxic materials are present in Vitraglaze glazes this is in a safe form where they are chemically bonded to render them "not bio-available" and therefore safe to use and safe after firin...

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