High Fire Clear Glaze is available in powder and liquid form and can be used on middle fire bisque that has first been decorated with one of Underglazes, One Strokes or Cafe Colors H. Once fired correctly it will protect the ware from moisture and discoloration caused by contact with food and liquids.The colored appearance of the brush on High Fire Clear Glaze is intended to assist application by highlighting glazed areas.PRODUCT USE GUIDEUSAGEChrysanthos High Fire Clear Glaze is a high gloss lead free glaze designed for use over items that have been first decorated with Underglazes, One Strokes or Cafe Colors H. Once fired correctly the ware will be protected from moisture and discoloration caused by contact with food and liquids.The colored appearance of the brush on High Fire Clear Glaze is intended to assist application by highlighting glazed areas.APPLICATIONThree full coats are required to achieve the best results using the High Fire Clear Glaze. These are carefully applied at right angles to one another (ie. crosshatched), allowing each to dry in-between. A soft glazing brush should be used in order to minimise streaking. Besides brushing, the High Fire Clear glaze may also be sponged.The High Fire Clear Glaze Brush on may be sprayed and thinned with clean water if necessary to improve glaze flow.When using the High Fire Clear Glaze Dipping, it may be necessary to add some clean water depending on the thickness of the glaze required on the ware and the firing temperature of the kiln. Stir the glaze thoroughly and to 10 litres of glaze add 400 – 500 ml clean water. Proceed to dip pieces once using tongs, stirring glaze occasionally to keep the glaze uniform.Both the High Fire Clear Brush On and the Dipping Glazes are overglaze compatible and may also be sprayed.PHYSICAL DATAThe High Fire Clear Glazes have been specifically formulated for application to mid fire clays that are to be glaze fired to between cone 4 (1,186°C) and cone 6 (1,222°C).
Suitable for application over Underglazes, One Strokes or Cafe Colors H on middle fire bisqueUsing 3 coats to achieve desired coverage. Wait for coat to dry between applicationsFiring range between Cone 4 (1,186°C) – Cone 6 (1,222°C)Finish: Transparent140 ml and 500 ml brush on sizesPowder Ratio: 1kg powder : 1.14kg of clean water. Seive through 200# mesh. Ensure to batch test and adjust as required
