Glazing Resource

Glazing Techniques

  • Spraying
    1. Clean your piece, removing all dust and clay particles.
    2. Place the desired glaze mixture into your sprayer.
    3. Using a steady and constant side to side motion, cover your piece from every side and angle.
    4. Allow excess paint to drip off. Do not attempt to shake the excess glaze off or the glaze will become uneven.
    5. Allow for 24 hours between spraying.
    6. Repeat process with either 2 or 3 coats for an ideal finish.
  • Dipping
    1. Clean your piece of all dust and clay particles.
    2. Mix your desired glaze into a container large enough to hold your entire piece.
    3. Use clean hands or dipping tongs to hold the piece while dipping.
    4. Dip with one single, smooth motion in and out of the glaze not allowing the piece to touch the sides or bottom of your container.
    5. When removing your piece from the dipping container, allow the excess to slow drip off. Do not attempt to shake the excess off or the glaze will become uneven.
    6. Allow for up to 48 hours of drying time depending on the size of your piece.
    7. Repeat process with either 2 or 3 coats for an ideal finish.

  • Trailing 
    1. Clean your piece thoroughly, removing all dust and clay particles.
    2. Place your raised pattern in the desired position on your piece.
    3. Cover the pattern with a clear, sealing graze using a clean brush.
    4. Periodically rinse your brush to prevent it picking up excess material that could affect the outcome of your piece.
    5. Allow for 48 hours of drying time. If any less time, the raised pattern is unlikely to stay in place.
    6. Repeat process with either 2 or 3 coats for an ideal finish.

  • Brushing/Painting
    1. Begin with a clean brush.
    2. Use a sponge to remove excess dust and clay from the piece.