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