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CLASSIC CRACKLE
SECTION 1: PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Classic Crackles™ is a series of non-toxic crackle glazes in a subtle color palette
Apply three even solid coats to properly fired shelf cone 04 bisque using any soft fan or glaze brush. Fire Classic Crackles to shelf cone 06. Allow the pieces ample room in the kiln for air circulation during firing. These glazes can also be high fired up to shelf cone 6 with various color shifts; refer to the High Fire Guide.
To accentuate the crackle pattern, antique the fired piece with a non-fired acrylic stain or mineral spirit stain. Simply apply a coat of the desired color to the fired piece and wipe off with a soft cloth. The color will fill in the cracks and make the crackle pattern stand out.
Sometimes the crackle pattern will be developed when the kiln is cool enough to open. Other pieces may need to sit out of the kiln for a period of time before the crackle pattern develops.
Remove pieces from the kiln with a coffee filter or clean rag placed over your hand. The oils in your hand can fill the cracks and prevent the antiquing colors from filling in the cracks.
Pieces dont always need to be antiqued with black. You have an endless selection of colors that can be used to antique. If you prefer to use a fired product, use One Strokes on the fired crackled piece and then refire to shelf cone 06.
SECTION 2: PRODUCT USE
Will the piece crackle as soon as I remove it from the kiln?
Sometimes the crackle pattern does not develop immediately when the kiln is cool enough to open. Other pieces may need to sit out of the kiln for a period of time before the crackle pattern develops. It is best to remove the piece from the kiln with a coffee filter or clean rag placed over your hand. The oils in your hand can fill the cracks and prevent the antiquing color from filling in the cracks.
My Classic Crackles™ piece cracked in half during firing. What happened?
Crackle glazes place stress on the ware during firing. To prevent container from splitting or cracking apart, be sure to use a non-toxic gloss glaze on the inside. Allow ample room between pieces in the kiln for air circulation.
Are Classic Crackles™ food-safe?
Although Classic Crackles™ are non-toxic and thus food safe when fired properly according to FDA standards, they may not be practical for food containers due to surface characteristics.
Are Classic Crackles™ overglaze compatible?
Gold and Mother of Pearl can be used as a finishing touch on your Classic Crackles™ piece. Decals also work well over Classic Crackles™ glazes. Test first.
Price:3.65
