Scraper No. 8 (Sgraffito / Clean-up Tool or Double-Ended Trimming Tool) is a unique double-ended stainless steel tool with curved hook-shaped scraping ends, specifically designed for trimming and creating patterns on ceramic pieces.
- Trimming & Cleaning: With its rounded and sharp hook ends, it is ideal for scraping excess clay in hard-to-reach areas, such as the inner curved edges of vessel bottoms, grooves, or tight corners, making them smoother and cleaner.
- Sgraffito Technique: Commonly used for surface decoration, by using the knife tip to scrape off the top layer of colored clay (Slip/Engobe) to reveal the original clay color underneath, making it easy to create consistent and dimensional line patterns.
- Grooving and Hollowing Clay: The hook-like shape allows for smooth dragging to create long grooves or hollow out clay into lines with varying pressure.
Highlights
- Double-sided Use: It has hook ends on both sides (often with slightly different widths or curve angles), allowing for immediate switching to suit the size of the work area.
- Comfortable Grip: The blue rubber-coated handle in the middle provides a secure, non-slip grip and helps reduce fatigue when applying pressure for scraping patterns.