Laguna Crystal Blossom Brushable Glazes are cone 5 glazes. These crystalline glazes are developed to bloom effortlessly on a simple firing schedule.
To achieve the results shown they were fired in a 70lt/2.5 cu. ft. electric kiln.
Firing Schedule:
Segment 1: Ramp 120C per hour to 670C
Segment 2: Ramp 175C per hour to 1170C
Segment 3: Ramp 14C per hour to 1185C
Segment 4: Default cool down, then 1065C for 3 hours.
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(Varying conditions will alter results so testing and adjustments are necessary)
Guidelines for Using Laguna Glazes
Most of the lead free Cone 5 glazes we offer are formulated to be fired in oxidation. Each has its own distinct surface quality, which will change in relation to the clay body you choose and method of application you employ.
If you find the glaze is too thick straight from the container, Laguna recommends portioning what you intend to use into another container and thinning with water to the desired consistency.
Always test your application and firing method when using new glazes and clay bodies. Laguna's Moroccan Sand liquid glazes are formulated for brushing and have been the standard for Cone 5 glazes since the 1970's. This mature series features over 100 glazes in a wide variety of colours and surfaces-all are lead free, certified non-toxic and dinnerware safe if fired properly on a compatible clay body. Many will give a reduction fired look to oxidation fired pieces.
Laguna's Specialty Art Glazes, Crackle Glazes, Crystal Blossom Glazes, and Mystic Glazes offer a stunning variety of texture, mobility and mottling. Within each group, we offer the base glaze for a head start on a unique signature glaze to set off any one of our Cone 5-6 Clays and porcelains.
All of these glazes are lead free and certified non-toxic. Crackle glazes are not considered dinnerware safe due to the possibility of bacterial growth in the cracks.
