Amaco (CTL) Crystaltex Low-fire Glazes
Conforms to
ASTM D-4236 | The Art & Creative Materials Institute AP (Approved Product) seal certifies this product to be safe for use by all ages. |
Conforms to
ASTM D-4236 | The
Art & Creative Materials Institute CL (Caution Label) seal
restricts this product from children under the age of 13. Older users
must follow all cautionary labeling. |
Amaco Crystaltex liquid glazes are a brilliant mix of
bright, glossy colors that are speckled with colored glaze crystal
bursts. These foodsafe glazes are perfect for unique ceramic vessels and
dishes, and could be perfect for an interesting surface for sculptural
ceramic work. All the unique beauty of crystalline glazes without the
complicated firing process.
•Bursts of Color
•Spontaneous Color patterns
•Shown on White Clay, can be applied to Red Clay
•Cone 05 All colors in the Crystaltex series are LEAD FREE. CL for CTL-20 Royal Turquoise and CTL-26 Sea Mist only.
Cone 05. AMACO® Crystaltex Glazes are for the potter who dares to
try something novel. Multi-color effects can be subtle as with CTL-32,
which fires to a creamy yellow peppered with rich brown, or they can be
bold like the red, white and blue of CTL-54 Firecracker. No two pieces
will ever be alike, but all will be unique.
For application by dipping or pouring, thorough stirring of the glaze
is necessary since the crystals settle to the bottom of the jar. A more
controlled decorative effect can be obtained by brushing. Dip the brush
in the glaze at the top of the jar and apply two or more coats. Lift
the crystals from the bottom of the jar with the brush and place where
desired. Crystals fan out on flat horizontal surfaces and run on
vertical pieces. Best results are obtained at Cone 05 (1911°F, 1044°C).
These glazes must be applied on a mature Cone 04 (1971°F, 1077°C)
bisque.
CTL-3, CTL-31, and CTL-41 have a matte finish with glossy crystals
when fired. The rest of the series is either glossy or a textured
gloss/matte finish. All crystals fire to a gloss finish.
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