Amaco Potters Choice Midfire Brushable Glaze PC-57 Smokey Merlot

PC-57 Smokey Merlot is a warm dark purple with a softer lilac float. It can show variation on both smooth and textured forms and in layered Potter's Choice combinations.

At a glance

Colour code

PC-57

Range

Amaco Potter’s Choice

Firing

Cone 5–6

Format

Brushable glaze

Jar sizes

472 ml

Colour & firing notes

Use a tile with an edge and a recessed area to compare the float and underlying colour at your chosen thickness.

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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