Ceramic Oxide Wash

Here s a list of oxide washes i ve accumulated and tested over the years.

Ceramic oxide wash.

Oxide wash laguna georgies mayco bailey ceramic supply. We are open m f 9a 6p saturday 10a 3p cst visit our store at 1449 strassner dr. While a wash or flux wash adds a sheen and sometimes texture to the terra sigillata surface a patina enhances the terra sigillata surface because it s a thin colorant rich wash layer that settles into the subtle markings on a surface. When used over a glaze be sure to have sufficient flux in the mix because if the stain or wash is too thick it can turn into a crusty surface after the firing.

A wash in this context is a flux material mixed with water that s applied over terra sigillata before or after the bisque firing. I use iron oxide copper carbonate and cobalt carbonate for this method. Before i moved i discarded or gave away all my washes so it s time to start over. Oxide washes are metallic glaze colorants that produce earthy yet vibrant enhancements to any ceramic piece get yours at bailey ceramic supply and pottery equipment.

A demonstration of how to use an oxide wash on pottery. Paint on and then sponge off and it will stay darker in the textures 20 there will be some staining of the clay but there is a definate definition of the texture. Ferro frit 3134 or added to coloring oxides or ceramic stains to assist in melting. Really simple just add a few teaspoons of oxide to a cup or two of water.

Have a question or need help. It discusses the importance of wiping back how to avoid uneven coverage and many other useful hints. I used these with my cone ten reduction glazes but many would work just as well over oxidation glazes.