Fundamentals Underglazes can be used on fresh clay, greenware, or bisque, producing vibrant, consistent colors. If fired unglazed, they produce a soft, matte finish. If glazed clear, they produce a glossy, food-safe finish. They are ideal for full coverage, for drawing patterns, or mixing with other glazes. They can be fired at low, medium, and high temperatures.
Application techniques
- 1 layer → transparent color
- 2–3 layers → solid, uniform color
- If there is a texture, blot away any excess paint.
Usage
- Greenware / Wet Clay : Apply → Wait to dry → Fire Cone 04 → (if desired) Clear glaze and repeat firing Cone 5–10.
- Biscuit : Apply to bisque Cone 04 → Wait for it to dry → (if desired) Apply clear coat → Fire Cone 5–10.
Recommendation: To make the color more vivid or to use with food containers, it should be coated with a clear (glossy or matte) coating.