Amaco Potters Choice Midfire Brushable Glaze PC-53 Ancient Jasper

PC-53 Ancient Jasper changes from soft black through olive green to rusty red as the application becomes heavier. Iron-bearing clays can produce the broadest colour variation.

At a glance

Colour code

PC-53

Range

Amaco Potter’s Choice

Firing

Cone 5–6

Format

Brushable glaze

Jar sizes

472 ml

Colour & firing notes

A heavier application encourages the effect. Amaco says special soaks are unnecessary and can reduce the red colour, so do not add a hold simply to intensify the red.

How to apply

• Mix well before use and follow the jar instructions for the brushable formulation. Let the coating dry between coats.
• Use clay rated for cone 5–6. Test any layered combination separately, leaving enough space above the foot for the observed movement.

Food-contact suitability

Check the current jar label for food-contact suitability. A finished piece needs a sound, cleanable glaze surface that fits the clay and has matured correctly; a product label alone does not certify every clay, glaze or layered combination.

Before glazing a full piece

Fire a test tile on your chosen clay before glazing a full piece. Record the coats, firing cone and cooling programme. Photographs show example fired results; clay colour, kiln atmosphere and application can change the appearance.

Manufacturer & supplier guides

• Amaco colour and firing guide
• CCG product guide

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