Glazing Best Practices

• Wax the bottom of the work for easier removal of glaze. Allow wax to dry.
  
  
• Only open one bucket of glaze at a time.
  
  
• Stir the glaze thoroughly, making sure to pick up any glaze that has settled on the bottom and sides.
  
  
• Place any tools being used on the lid matching the same glaze.
  
  
• Re-stir glaze every 5 minutes if using for multiple pieces.
  
  
• Most glazes require a 2-4 second dip.
  
  
• Allow glaze to drip off the piece and into the bucket.
  
  
• Close the glaze bucket and wash all tools used.
  
  
• Let the glaze dry thoroughly before handling or dipping a second time.
  
  
• Smooth over any holes or marks with a dry finger.
  
  
• Do this over a bucket of water.
  
  
• Use a sponge to remove any remaining glaze on the base of your piece. 
  
  
• Clean up after yourself and place glazed work on the shelves marked “Glazeware.”
  
  
• Remember to fill out a “kiln firing sheet” and place it tucked under your piece.
  
  

Arlene Shechet
Ganesha is a Mountain

2020