Superior Glaze – Clear is available in powder and liquid form and can be used on earthenware bisque that has first been decorated with one of Underglazes, One Strokes or Cafe Colors. Once fired correctly, the Superior Clear Glaze will protect the ware from moisture and discoloration caused by contact with food and liquids.The colored appearance of the brush on Superior Clear Glaze is intended to assist application by highlighting glazed areas.SDS SUPERIOR GLAZESPRODUCT USE GUIDEUSAGEChrysanthos Superior Clear Glaze is a lead free clear glaze that has been specifically designed as a replacement for Hobby Clear Glaze. The color response as such is very similar to that achieved by using a leaded glaze.Available in brush on and dipping versions, they can be used on earthenware bisque that has first been decorated with one of Underglazes, One Strokes, Cafe Colors or Cafe Colors G. Once fired correctly, the Superior Clear Glaze will protect the ware from moisture and discoloration caused by contact with food and liquids.The colored appearance of the brush on Superior Clear Glaze is intended to assist application by highlighting glazed areas.APPLICATIONDepending on the firing temperature two or three full coats are required to achieve the best results using the Superior Clear Glaze Brush on. The coats 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 Superior Clear Glaze may also be sponged.The Superior Clear Glaze Brush on may be sprayed and thinned with clean water if necessary to improve glaze flow.When using the Superior 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 Brush on and the Dipping Glaze are overglaze compatible.PHYSICAL DATAThe Superior Clear Glaze has been specifically formulated for low fire earthenware clay that has been earthenware bisque fired between cone 04 (1,060°C) and cone 03 (1,101°C) then gloss fired to between cone 07 (984°C ) and cone 03 (1,101°C).
Suitable for application over Underglazes. One Strokes Cafe Colors or Cafe Colors G on earthenware bisque.Using 2-3 coats to achieve desired coverage. Wait for coat to dry between applicationsFiring range between Cone 06 (999°C) – Cone 03 (1,101°C)140 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
