Most Common Glazing Styles

The most common glaze technique, it involves putting sodium chloride into the chamber of your kiln. Under heat, the salt then reacts with the clay. The effects of this reaction cause the piece to have a glossy finish that enhances the color you have already glazed onto your object.

This refers to a more classic approach to glazing. It works to enhance the natural color of your piece by using iron oxide in varying amounts to create different coloring effects. Based on the amount of iron oxide used during the glazing process, it can create a yellow, brown, black, red, green or blue shade to your piece.

Generally used in stoneware, ash glazing refers to literally placing ashes of trees, shrubs, plants or grasses into the glaze recipe. This style is known for creating a streaky or flowing texture on your piece.

This type of glazing refers to placing metals onto the surface of your piece during the firing process. Commonly used metals include copper and silver. These metals give the object an iridescent look that includes a metallic shine and texture.

Known as a very versatile glaze because of its ability to create its unique texture at both low and high firing temperatures. This glaze creates a greenish-gray color that continues its versatility by having the capability of having a shiny, mat or dry finish.