Used for decorative fired glazed surfaces.
Gold luster is real gold dissolved in an oil. When the oil burns off in the kiln, a deposit of pure gold is left behind. If the temperature is sufficient, the glaze gets tacky and the gold sticks. The gold rubs off when underfired; when it's overfired, it cracks and little islands of gold are left floating on the glaze. Fire Bright Gold Luster to witness cone 019-018.
Metallic Overglaze Application
- Apply an overglaze-compatible glaze to cone 04 bisque.
- Fire the overglaze-compatible glaze to cone 06.
- Do not stir or shake Gold Luster overglaze.
- Place a small amount of the overglaze on a glazed palette; apply one smooth coat.
- Try to attain an even tint.
- Do not let metallics pool in an area; brush them out smoothly.
- Clean brush in Luster Essence and let dry.
Tips
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If overglazes are accidentally applied on the wrong area, dip a cotton swab in Essence and wipe off misplaced color.
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If any areas are missed, go back and touch up before the metallic or the luster overglazes dry.
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For solid coverage with Premium Gold or Bright Gold, use either a yellow glaze or a yellow underglaze for best results. For solid coverage with White Gold, use a gray glaze or a gray underglaze.
Firing
- Overglazes dry in about one hour, but over-glazed ware can be fired while still wet. The kiln must be clean, well-ventilated (do not overload) and follow a normal firing schedule.
- Overglazed items should be stilted for firing. Fire metallics to witness cone 019-018.
Cone 018-019. Sold in 2-Gram Containers.