Mayco Engobes: Sparkle Black 473ml

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Engobes are used to coat your clay body to your preferred finish/color and will impact glaze results when used as a base. Engobes will not stick to the kiln shelf with 2 coats. Can be used in oxidation or reduction firings. Results may vary.Apply to wet clay, greenware or bisque, and fire from cones 5-10. Can be used in oxidation or reduction firings. Results may vary. The choice of clay body, thickness of application, firing process, and temperature will greatly affect the fired results. Always test your application on your clay body in your kiln environment.

Cone 6 results: Sparkle Black Engobe fires matte black with metallic specks. Specks may produce texture. Highly stable.

Cone 10 reduction: No change to base color. Specks bloom and become matte. Remains stable.

Tip: To enhance the sparkle and improve texture, use your fingers to burnish/polish the surface of the ware before the last layer is dry. Polishing is not needed when used in combination.

Dinnerware Safe with Clear Glaze

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• Mayco Stoneware Engobes

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