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Below is a list of Duncan Ceramics products and their applications for greenware & bisque.
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Learning About Duncan Concepts® Underglazes for Majolica, Bisque (unpainted ceramics) & Ceramics
Basic Instructions
1. Apply 1 coat for translucent designs.
2. Apply 3 coats for solid coverage.
3. Apply to shelf cone 04 bisque. (unpainted ceramics)
4. Fire to shelf cone 06.
5. Clean up with water.
6. Always refer to label instructions for proper application and usage.
Tips & Techniques
1. For Majolica, apply Concepts designs over 3 coats of Duncan SN 352 White Satin glaze.
2. For quick and easy solid coverage, try the drop 'n fill technique. Generously load a #6 or #8 round brush with Duncan Concepts underglaze for bisque and drop color onto desired area. Let dry.
3. Duncan Concepts for bisque colors mix and blend easily. Be creative and mix your own blend using two or more Duncan Concept underglaze colors.
4. Duncan Concepts underlaze for bisque works well up to cone 5-6. For high fire applications, we recommend firing a test piece because high fire clays vary.
Health & Safety
1. Nontoxic and lead-free.
Learning About Duncan E-Z Stroke® Translucent Underglazes for greenware & bisque (unpainted ceramics)
Basic Instructions
1. Apply 1 coat for translucent designs.
2. For rich depth and shading, apply additional coats.
3. Apply to greenware, unfired glaze, soft-fired bisque or bisque (ready to paint ceramics).
4. Fire to shelf cone 04 (06 if applied to glaze or bisque).
5. Clean up with water.
6. Always refer to label instructions for proper application and usage.
Tips & Techniques
1. Duncan E-Z Strokes underglaze for greenware or bisque may be applied over most underglazes, including DuncanCover-CoatTM and other Duncan E-Z Stroke colors, allowing the base color to show through.
2. Duncan E-Z Strokes work well with high fire, cone 5-6 and some to cone 10. As high results vary, we recommend firing a test piece.
3. For majolica, apply Duncan E-Z Stroke underglaze design work over unfired White Satin glaze.
4. As a pure pigment-based paint, Duncan E-Z Strokes is the simplest form of fired color. You can use Duncan E-Z Strokes just like watercolors, in layers of transparent/translucent, bold, pure color. And, just like watercolors, you can inter-mix all the Duncan E-Z Strokes colors. Just as for typical watercolors, these paints must be mixed with water to be applied properly to greenware or soft fired bisque for the best application. Duncan E-Z Strokes are very fragile unfired, because when the water dries out of the pigment there are no binders holding it in place.Duncan E-Z Strokes underglazes fires into the ware at an 04 or hotter cone, although most of the pigments will hold true up to a cone 10. This broad firing range allows artists to use Duncan E-Z Strokes underglazes on almost all clay bodies
5. Use Duncan E-Z Strokes to tint clay slip, most glazes, fired Snow and other Duncan E-Z Stroke colors.
6. High definition and detail can be achieved by adding water to Duncan E-Z Stroke underglaze color and using a very fine brush.
Health & Safety
1. Nontoxic and lead-free.
2. Food safe when properly covered with a Duncan lead-free clear glaze.
Learning About Duncan Cover-Coat® Opaque Underglazes for bisque or greenware
Basic Instructions
1. Apply 3 coats to soft-fired bisque or bisque (ready to paint ceramics).
2. Glaze and refire, if desired.
3. Clean up with water.
4. Always refer to label instructions for proper application and usage.
5. Tint with Duncan E-Z StrokesTM or other Duncan Cover-Coat underglazes.
6. Fire to shelf cone 04.
Tips & Techniques
1. Duncan Cover-Coats underglazes may be tinted using Duncan E-Z Strokes® or other Duncan Cover-Coats, to create unique custom colors.
2. To create carved designs, sgraffito (gently scratch through the applied color to reveal the color or the clay body beneath it).
3. Painting with Duncan Cover-Coats is similar to painting with acrylic paints and is a great fired alternative for a tole and decorative painter. Colors are opaque and generally one color covers the one beneath it. They must be fired to ensure maturation and stability. Clear glazes over all shows the truest colors.
Health & Safety
1. Nontoxic and lead-free.
Learning About Duncan EnvisionTM Glazes for bisque (unpainted ceramics)
Basic Instructions
1. Apply to shelf cone 04 bisque.
2. Apply 2-3 smooth, even coats.
3. Fire to shelf cone 06.
4. Clean up with water.
Tips & Techniques
1. Duncan Envisions glazes move very little during firing, so apply them with smooth, even strokes.
2. Duncan Envisions glazes may be fired in a kiln used for leaded products, but it is best to separate leaded and nontoxic loads.
3. Most Duncan Envisions glazes are overglaze compatible. Always refer to label instructions for proper application and usage.
4. Most colors may be mixed together to create custom colors with no changes in application or performance.
5. Duncan Envisions reds and greens can be fired simultaneously with no special precautions.
Health & Safety
1. Nontoxic and leadfree.
Learning About Duncan Satin Glazes for bisque (unpainted ceramics)
Basic Instructions
1. Apply to shelf cone 04 bisque.
2. Apply 2-3 smooth, even coats.
3. Fire to shelf cone 06.
4. Clean up with water.
Tips & Techniques
1.Duncan SN Ivory glaze is also self-antiquing (color settles in folds and crevices).
2. Always refer to label instructions for proper application and usage.
3. While most of Duncan Satin Glazes are opaque in coverage, some (like SN353 Ivory) are transparent and can be used over underglazes.
4. All Duncan Satin Glazes are overglaze compatible and safe for use on food containers.
5.Duncan White Satin Glaze is the favorite satin basecoat for traditional majolica.
Health & Safety
1. Nontoxic and leadfree.
Learning About Duncan CracklesTM Glazes for bisque (unpainted ceramics)
Basic Instructions
1. Apply 2 coats of Duncan Crackles Glaze for bisque to cone 04 bisque and dry foot (omit glaze from bottom of piece).
2. For Low Fire, fire to shelf cone 06. For High Fire, fire to cone 5-6. As high fire clays vary, we recommend firing a test piece.
3. Duncan Crackle pattern will appear as the kiln cools and continue long after the piece has been fired and removed from the kiln.
Tips & Techniques
1. To enhance the Duncan crackle pattern, put India ink or acrylic paint onto ware and wipe back with a soft cloth.
Health & Safety
1. Nontoxic and leadfree.
2. Due to the cracked surface, Crackles Glazes are not recommended for use on dinnerware.
Learning About Duncan French DimensionsTM
Basic Instructions
1. Apply with squeeze bottle.
2. Maintain steady squeeze pressure.
3. Fire to shelf cone 06.
4. Do not touch bottle tip to ware (this may cause the Duncan French Dimensions to flatten).
5. Apply to shelf cone 04 bisque (or greenware, depending on technique).
Tips & Techniques
1. Popularly used with the stained glass technique. Create design outline on greenware; fire to shelf cone 04; fill design with various glaze colors; glaze fire to shelf cone 06.
2. Use in combination with other glazes for intriguing looks.
3. Use to create lace effects.
4. Use to outline design on ware.
5. Great for lettering, including From: and To: in birthday gifts.
6. Great for making dots.
Health & Safety
1. Nontoxic and leadfree, but not recommended for use on food containers due to raised surface.
Learning About Duncan Crystals TM Glazes
Basic Instructions
1. Stir product thoroughly to suspend Duncan crystals that may have settled in the bottom of the jar.
2. Duncan Crystals work well to high fire cone 5-6. For high fire application, we recommend firing a test piece because high fire clays vary.
3. Apply crystals sparsely near bottom of the piece to keep Duncan crystals from flowing onto kiln shelf.
4. For Low Fire Application, stilt and fire to shelf cone 06. For High Fire Application, stilt and fire to cone 5-6.
5. Clean up with water.
6. Always refer to label instructions for proper application and usage.
Tips & Techniques
1. To create custom looks, apply Duncan Crystals in combination with other glazes and other colors.
Health & Safety
1. Nontoxic. Some Duncan Crystal Glazes are safe for use on food containers.
Learning About Duncan CourtyardTM Art Glazes
Basic Instructions
1. For both Low Fire and High Fire Applications, apply 2-5 coats to cone 04 bisque. Let dry between coats.
2. For Low Fire, stilt and fire to cone 06. for High Fire, fire to cone 5-6.
Tips & Techniques
1. For High Fire, because high fire clays vary, we recommend firing a test piece.
2. When spritzing with Duncan Courtyard Art Glazes, use the stream setting for thin lines of color, spots or drip effects. To create these effects, mix 1/2 Duncan ConceptsTM color and 1/2 water.
3. Duncan Courtyart Art Glazes can be applied with a sponge, spritz bottle or brush.
4. When spritzing on Duncan Courtyard Art Glazes, use the spray or mist setting for base coat coverage. For full coverage, spritz on 3-4 coats depending on the color of Duncan glaze; lighter colors require more coats.
Health & Safety
1. Nontoxic and leadfree.
Learning About Duncan EnvisionTM Clear and Dipping Glazes
Basic Instructions
1. WATER CLEANUP Clean brushes with water
2. Clean up brushes and tools with water.
Tips & Techniques
1. Use clean hands or dipping tongs (available at ceramics supply shops) to hold the ware.
2. Dip with one single, smooth motion, in and out of the glaze, using wrist action to turn the ware in the glaze.
3. Keep ware from touching the sides or bottom of dipping container, as the glaze coating may be wiped away from contact areas.
4. As you remove the ware from dipping container, shake any drips from the ware.
5. Before placing the dipped ware on a rack or cart, finger-smooth any drips or runs.
Health & Safety
1. Nontoxic and leadfree.
Learning About Duncan CrackletoneTM Clear and Dipping Glazes
Basic Instructions
1. MIX WELL Apply 2-3 coats to shelf cone 04 bisque (unpainted ceramics).
2. DRY Set ware of stilts or rack to dry.
3. FIRE GLAZED BISQUE
Set ware securely on clean, sharp kiln stilts in kiln, and fire to Shelf Cone 06.
Tips & Techniques
1. Clear Duncan Crackletone can be successfully used over most Duncan underglazes.
2. Once Duncan Crackletone Glaze is fired, wipe piece with India ink or acrylic paint. Wipe back with soft cloth to enhance crackle pattern.
Health & Safety
1. Nontoxic.
2. Not for use on food containers due to cracked, porous surface.
Learning About Duncan Diamond Clear and Dipping Glazes
Basic Instructions
1.Duncan Diamond Clear's smooth, creamy consistency makes application of 2-3 flowing coats easy. Apply to shelf cone 04 bisque only.
2.Duncan Diamond Clear has a wide firing range, from shelf cone 06 to 6 for porcelain and stoneware.
Tips & Techniques
1. Because crazing may occur on some clay bodies, we recommend that you make a small fired test on the particular porcelain or stoneware body you plan to use.
Health & Safety
1. Duncan Diamond Clear glaze is safe for use on food containers.
2. Caution. Contains lead. Conforms to ASTM D-4236.
Learning About Duncan Art Glazes for bisque (ready to paint eramics)
Basic Instructions
1. Apply 3 flowing coats.
2. Apply to shelf cone 04 bisque.
3. Fire to shelf cone 06.
4. Clean up with water.
Tips & Techniques
1. Duncan Art Glazes are overglaze compatible, except Duncan AR603 Autumn glaze.
Health & Safety
1. WARNING: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other reproductive harm); ingestion may produce numbness or weakness in the extremities; brain, nervous system or kidney damage; and harm to the developing fetus or to testes. It is a possible cancer agent, based on tests with laboratory animals. If pregnant or considering pregnancy, use only with professional supervision. Not for spray application by hobbyist. Commercial users must comply with state and federal OSHA regulation. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. When using, do not eat, drink oir smoke. Avoid inhalation/ingestion/skin contact. NOT FOR USE IN HEALTH CARE FACILITIES. Do not transfer to unlabeled container. see Duncan Health Bulletin, MSDS or call your local poison control center for more health information.
Learning About Duncan CrystaltoneTM Glazes for bisque (ready to paint ceramics)
Basic Instructions
1. Stir product thoroughly.
2. Apply 3 flowing coats, applying crystals evenly.
3. Apply crystals sparsely near the bottom of the piece to keep the crystals from flowing onto kiln shelf.
4. Fire to shelf cone 06.
5. Clean up with water.
Tips & Techniques
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Health & Safety
1. WARNING: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other reproductive harm); ingestion may produce numbness or weakness in the extremities; brain, nervous system or kidney damage; and harm to the developing fetus or to testes. It is a possible cancer agent, based on tests with laboratory animals. If pregnant or considering pregnancy, use only with professional supervision. Not for spray application by hobbyist. Commercial users must comply with state and federal OSHA regulation. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. When using, do not eat, drink oir smoke. Avoid inhalation/ingestion/skin contact. NOT FOR USE IN HEALTH CARE FACILITIES. Do not transfer to unlabeled container. see Duncan Health Bulletin, MSDS or call your local poison control center for more health information.
Learning About Duncan Snow firable
Basic Instructions
1. Apply heavily to shelf cone 04 bisque. Use a palette knife, brush, sponge, ice cream stick or squeeze bottle. Avoid thin application.
2. Apply over unfired glaze.
3. Fire the shelf cone 06.
4. Do not thin.
5. Clean up with water.
6. Always refer to label instructions for proper application and usage.
Tips & Techniques
1. To obtain a different look, tint or accent Duncan Snow with Duncan E-Z Stroke® Translucent Underglazes.
Health & Safety
1. Caution. Contains lead. Conforms to ASTM D-4236.
Learning About Duncan Metallic Glazes for bisque (unpainted ceramics)
Basic Instructions
1. Apply 3-4 flowing coats.
2. Apply to shelf cone 04 bisque.
3. Fire to shelf cone 04. Duncan SY1024 Antique Pewter glaze fires to shelf cone 06.
4. Do not fire with greenware or other glazes.
5. Clean up with water.
6. Always refer to label instructions for proper application and usage.
Tips & Techniques
1. Use these polished metal finishes for solid color or for accenting.
Health & Safety
1. WARNING: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other reproductive harm); ingestion may produce numbness or weakness in the extremities; brain, nervous system or kidney damage; and harm to the developing fetus or to testes. It is a possible cancer agent, based on tests with laboratory animals. If pregnant or considering pregnancy, use only with professional supervision. Not for spray application by hobbyist. Commercial users must comply with state and federal OSHA regulation. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. When using, do not eat, drink oir smoke. Avoid inhalation/ingestion/skin contact. NOT FOR USE IN HEALTH CARE FACILITIES. Do not transfer to unlabeled container. see Duncan Health Bulletin, MSDS or call your local poison control center for more health information.
Learning About Duncan Patch-A-Tatch®
Basic Instructions
1. Gently scratch crisscross lines on areas to be joined.
2. Using a soft brush, moisten scored areas or broken edges with water. Use the same brush to apply a good coat of Duncan Patch-A-Tatch to these areas.
3. Quickly attach or fit the pieces together and hold securely for a few seconds.
4. Brush a little Duncan Patch-A-Tatch over the joint and, when set and thoroughly dry, scrape, sand, sponge or otherwise finish, and the piece is ready for decorating or firing.
5. Clean up with water.
Tips & Techniques
There is no content available under this section for Duncan Patch-A-Tatch®.
Health & Safety
There is no content available under this section for Duncan Patch-A-Tatch®.
Learning About Duncan Wax Resist
Basic Instructions
1. Shake jar and stir well.
2. Always dampen brush or sponge thoroughly with Duncan Brush Cleaner and squeeze out excess before loading with Duncan Wax Resist.
3. Apply 1 good coat of Duncan Wax Resist over greenware, bisque, underglaze or glaze.
4. Allow Wax Resist to dry thoroughly before proceeding with technique.
5. Gently remove excess color from resist areas with a dampened sponge before firing.
6. Fire greenware to shelf cone 04.
7. Remove any loose perticles of fired underglaze with stiff bursh before glazing. Glaze fire to shelf cone 06.
8. Clean brush in Brush Cleaner and rinse in warm water immediately after use. Wipe rim of jar and inside of lid, then close tightly.
Tips & Techniques
1. For underglaze designs, apply base coat of underglaze color to greenware. Paint design with Wax Resist over base coat. When design is thoroughly dry, apply contrasting color over the ware. Bisque fire to shelf cone 04. After bisque firing, remove loose underglaze particles with a stiff brush before glazing.
2. For glaze designs, paint designs with Wax Resist directly on shelf cone 04 bisque or over 3 coats of dry, unfired glaze applied to shelf cone 04 bisque. When Duncan Wax Resist is dry, apply 1 coat of a second glaze color over the ware. Fire to shelf cone 06.
Health & Safety
1. Caution. Contains lead. Conforms to ASTM D-4236.
Learning About Duncan Write & Peel
Basic Instructions
1. Apply one good coat of Duncan Write & Peel to desired areas.
2. Allow Duncan Write & Peel to dry thoroughly before applying color over it.Duncan Write & Peel tends to dry on the surface before drying underneath.
3. When removing Duncan Write & Peel, lift the edge of the masked line with a tool or fingernail, and use fingertips to peel the mask off. In this way, the mask can usually be removed in one peice. However, always check for any small particles that may be left behind.
Tips & Techniques
1. For underglaze designs: Apply base coat of opaque underglaze color to greenware. Apply design with Duncan Write & Peel over base coat. When design is thoroughly dry, apply contrasting color over the ware. While color is still slightly damp, lift edge of masked line and peel off. Simple design work can be done with just one application of Duncan Write & Peel. More colorful designs can be acheived with additional layers of Duncan Write & Peel and color (except translucent underglazes) as long as the mask is removed after each color application.
2. For glaze designs: Write a design with Duncan Write & Peel directly on shelf cone 04
bisque or over 3 coats of dry, unfired glaze applied to shelf cone 04 bisque. When mask is dry, apply one coat of a second glaze color, then remove mask while glaze is still slightly damp. As with underglazes, successive applications of Duncan Write & Peel and 1 coat of glaze can be used.
3. For nonfired color designs, apply Duncan Write & Peel directly to bisque for protection of areas while applying adjoining colors or apply over a base-coat color. When mask is dry, apply the adjoining or second color, then remove mask while color is still slightly damp. Repeat as desired.
Health & Safety
1. Caution. Contains lead. Conforms to ASTM D-4236.
2. Use in well-ventilated area.
Learning About Duncan Mask 'n Peel®
Basic Instructions
1. Always dampen brush or sponge thoroughly with Duncan Brush Cleaner and squeeze out excess before loading with Duncan Mask ' Peel to desired areas.
2. Apply one good coat of Duncan Mask 'n Peel to desired areas.
3. Allow Duncan Mask 'n Peel to dry thoroughly before applying color over it. Heavy applications of Duncan Mask 'n Peel tend to dry on the surface before drying underneath. When this occurs, Duncan Mask 'n Peel peels off in layers. For this reason, any heavy areas should be checked for traces of Duncan Mask 'n Peel before proceeding with the technique.
4. When removing Duncan Mask 'n Peel, lift the corner of the masked area with a tool or fingernail, and use fingertips to roll the mask toward the area rather than away from it. In this way, the mask can usually be removed in one peice. However, always check for any small particles that may be left behind.
5. Always use Duncan Mask 'n Peel in a well-ventilated area.
6. Clean brush in Brush Cleaner and rinse in warm water immediately after use. If Duncan Mask 'n Peel should accidentally dry in the brush before it can be cleaned, soak in Antiquing Solvent or mineral spirits to loosen residue, then wash in warm, soapy water to complete cleaning. Wipe rim of jar and inside of lid, then close tightly.
Tips & Techniques
1. For underglaze designs: Apply base coat of opaque underglaze color to greenware. Paint design with Duncan Mask 'n Peel over base coat. When design is thoroughly dry, apply contrasting color over the ware. While color is still slightly damp, lift corner of masked area and peel off. Simple design work can be done with just one application of Mask 'n Peel. More colorful designs can be acheived with additional layers of Duncan Mask 'n Peel and color (except translucent underglazes) as long as the mask is removed after each color application.
2. For glaze designs: Paint a design with Duncan Mask 'n Peel directly on shelf cone 04 bisque or over 3 coats of dry, unfired glaze applied to witness cone 04 bisque. When mask is dry, apply one coat of a second glaze color, then remove mask while glaze is still slightly damp. As with underglazes, successive applications of Duncan Mask 'n Peel and 1 coat of glaze can be used.
3. For nonfired color designs, apply Duncan Mask 'n Peel directly to bisque for protection of areas while applying adjoining colors or apply over a base-coat color. When mask is dry, apply the adjoining or second color, then remove mask while color is still slightly damp. Repeat as desired.
Health & Safety
1. Caution. Contains lead. Conforms to ASTM D-4236.
2. Use in a well-ventilated area.
Learning About Duncan Mother of Pearl
Basic Instructions
1. Be sure that the surface of your piece is free of dust, skin oils and lotions to ensure proper adhesion. Wipe surfaces with rubbing alcohol prior to applying the overglaze (except when used over crackle glazes.).
2. Always apply with a brush that is designated solely for use with Mother of Pearl to prevent contamination.
3. Do not stir or shake glaze.
4. Place a small amount of overglaze on a glazed palette.
5. For a swirled look, swirl on 1 coat, overlapping strokes.
6. For a smooth look, brush on all strokes in the same direction.
7. Correct application should produce a light blue tint.
8. Clean brush in Duncan Essence and let dry.
9. Overglazed ware can be fired while it is still wet. The kiln must be clean, well-ventilated (do not overload) and follow a normal firing schedule. Do not touch wet decoration and handle as little as possible until ware is fired to avoid smudging.
10. Stilt and fire Duncan Mother of Pearl to shelf cone 020.
Tips & Techniques
1. The appearance of Duncan Mother of Pearl will vary with the type of glaze over which it is applied. When applied over a gloss glaze, Duncan Mother of Pearl will add a shiny luster. When applied over a matte glaze, Duncan Mother of Pearl will add a dull luster.
2. If Duncan Mother of Pearl is accidentally applied on the wrong area, dip a cotton swab in Essence and wipe off misplaced color.
3. If any areas are missed, go back and touch up before Duncan Mother of Pearl dries.
4. If using a metallic overglaze and Duncan Mother of Pearl on the same piece, apply and fire the metallic overglaze first.
Health & Safety
1. Overglazes contain solvents and should be used in a well-ventilated area. Those susceptible to odors (such as pregnant women) shold be especially careful to work only in areas with an adequate ventilation system. During firing, odors are not dangerous but can be offensive. These odors quickly leave the area; however, you should not work in the kiln area during firing.
2. Duncan Overglazes can be used on surfaces that come into contact with food and drink. Care must be taken to avoid hard scrubbing when washing overglazed ware, because of the possibility of scraping off the thin layer of metal or luster. Treat your overglazed pieces as you would fine china. Although overglazed ware will take repeated washings in a dishasher, the overglaze will eventually wear away.
Learning About Duncan White Gold
Basic Instructions
1. Be sure that the surface of your piece is free of dust, skin oils and lotions to ensure proper adhesion. Wipe surfaces with rubbing alcohol prior to applying the overglaze (except when used over crackle glazes.).
2. Always apply with a brush that is designated solely for use with Duncan White Gold to prevent contamination.
3. Do not stir or shake glaze.
4. Place a small amount of overglaze on a glazed palette. Apply one smooth coat. Do not let Duncan White Gold pool in an area; brush it out smoothly.
5. Correct application should produce a Christmas green tint.
6. Stilt and fire Duncan White Gold to shelf cone 019-018.
7. Clean brush in Essence and let dry.
8. Overglazed ware can be fired while it is still wet. The kiln must be clean, well-ventilated (do not overload) and follow a normal firing schedule. Do not touch wet decoration and handle as little as possible until ware is fired to avoid smudging.
Tips & Techniques
1. The appearance of Duncan White Gold will vary with the type of glaze over which it is applied. When applied over a gloss glaze, Duncan White Gold will be shiny. When applied over a matte glaze, Duncan White Gold will be dull.
2. If Duncan White Gold is accidentally applied on the wrong area, dip a cotton swab in Essence and wipe off misplaced color.
3. If any areas are missed, go back and touch up before Duncan White Gold dries.
4. If using a metallic overglaze and Duncan Mother of Pearl on the same piece, apply and fire the metallic overglaze first.
5. For solid coverage with Duncan White Gold, apply over a grey glaze or a grey underglaze covered by clear glaze.
Health & Safety
1. Overglazes contain solvents and should be used in a well-ventilated area. Those susceptible to odors (such as pregnant women) should be especially careful to work only in areas with an adequate ventilation system. During firing, odors are not dangerous but can be offensive. These odors quickly leave the area; however, you should not work in the kiln area during firing.
2. Duncan Overglazes can be used on surfaces that come into contact with food and drink. Care must be taken to avoid hard scrubbing when washing overglazed ware, because of the possibility of scraping off the thin layer of metal or luster. Treat your overglazed pieces as you would fine china. Although overglazed ware will take repeated washings in a dishasher, the overglaze will eventually wear away.
3. Caution. Do not place pieces with metallic overglazes into a microwave oven. As with any metallic surface, they could cause sparks.
Learning About Duncan Bright Gold
Basic Instructions
1. Be sure that the surface of your piece is free of dust, skin oils and lotions to ensure proper adhesion. Wipe surfaces with rubbing alcohol prior to applying the overglaze (except when used over crackle glazes.).
2. Always apply with a brush that is designated solely for use with Duncan Bright Gold to prevent contamination.
3. Do not stir or shake glaze.
4. Place a small amount of overglaze on a glazed palette. Apply one smooth coat. Do not let Duncan Bright Gold pool in an area; brush it out smoothly.
5. Correct application should produce a flag red tint.
6. Stilt and fire Duncan Bright Gold to shelf cone 019-018.
7. Clean brush in Essence and let dry.
8. Overglazed ware can be fired while it is still wet.The kiln must be clean, well-ventilated (do not overload) and follow a normal firing schedule. Do not touch wet decoration and handle as little as possible until ware is fired to avoid smudging.
Tips & Techniques
1. The appearance of Duncan Bright Gold will vary with the type of glaze over which it is applied. When applied over a gloss glaze, Duncan Bright Gold will be shiny. When applied over a matte glaze, Duncan Bright Gold will be dull.
2. If Duncan Bright Gold is accidentally applied on the wrong area, dip a cotton swab in Duncan Essence and wipe off misplaced color.
3. If any areas are missed, go back and touch up before Duncan Bright Gold dries.
4. If using a metallic overglaze and Mother of Pearl on the same piece, apply and fire the metallic overglaze first.
5. For solid coverage with Duncan Bright Gold, apply over a yellow glaze or a yellow underglaze covered by clear glaze.
Health & Safety
1. Overglazes contain solvents and should be used in a well-ventilated area. Those susceptible to odors (such as pregnant women) should be especially careful to work only in areas with an adequate ventilation system. During firing, odors are not dangerous but can be offensive. These odors quickly leave the area; however, you should not work in the kiln area during firing.
2. Duncan Overglazes can be used on surfaces that come into contact with food and drink. Care must be taken to avoid hard scrubbing when washing overglazed ware, because of the possibility of scraping off the thin layer of metal or luster. Treat your overglazed pieces as you would fine china. Although overglazed ware will take repeated washings in a dishasher, the overglaze will eventually wear away.
3. Caution. Do not place pieces with metallic overglazes into a microwave oven. As with any metallic surface, they could cause sparks.
Learning About Duncan Premium Gold
Basic Instructions
1. Be sure that the surface of your piece is free of dust, skin oils and lotions to ensure proper adhesion. Wipe surfaces with rubbing alcohol prior to applying the overglaze (except when used over Duncan crackle glazes).
2. Always apply with a brush that is designated solely for use with Duncan Premium Gold to prevent contamination.
3. Do not stir or shake glaze.
4. Place a small amount of overglaze on a glazed palette. Apply one smooth coat. Do not let Duncan Premium Gold pool in an area; brush it out smoothly.
5. Correct application should produce a purple tint.
6. Stilt and fire Duncan Premium Gold to shelf cone 019-018.
7. Clean brush in Essence and let dry.
8. Overglazed ware can be fired while it is still wet.The kiln must be clean, well-ventilated (do not overload) and follow a normal firing schedule. Do not touch wet decoration and handle as little as possible until ware is fired to avoid smudging.
Tips & Techniques
1. The appearance of Duncan Premium Gold will vary with the type of glaze over which it is applied. When applied over a Duncan gloss glaze, Duncan Premium Gold will be shiny. When applied over a matte glaze, Duncan Premium Gold will be dull.
2. If Duncan Premium Gold is accidentally applied on the wrong area, dip a cotton swab in Duncan Essence and wipe off misplaced color.
4. If using a metallic overglaze and Duncan Mother of Pearl on the same piece, apply and fire the metallic overglaze first.
5. For solid coverage with Duncan Premium Gold, apply over a yellow glaze or a yellow underglaze covered by clear glaze.
Health & Safety
1. Overglazes contain solvents and should be used in a well-ventilated area. Those susceptible to odors (such as pregnant women) should be especially careful to work only in areas with an adequate ventilation system. During firing, odors are not dangerous but can be offensive. These odors quickly leave the area; however, you should not work in the kiln area during firing.
2. Duncan Overglazes can be used on surfaces that come into contact with food and drink. Care must be taken to avoid hard scrubbing when washing overglazed ware, because of the possibility of scraping off the thin layer of metal or luster. Treat your overglazed pieces as you would fine china. Although overglazed ware will take repeated washings in a dishasher, the overglaze will eventually wear away.
3. Caution. Do not place pieces with metallic overglazes into a microwave oven. as with any metallic surface, they could cause sparks.
Learning About Duncan Nonfired Snows
Basic Instructions
1. Stir contents of jar thoroughly before use.
2. Snows can be applied with many different tools. Try using a brush, a palette knife, a sponge or a pastry tube. Rinse tool or brush frequently to avoid product buildup.
3. Allow to dry between coats and 24-48 hours after final application.
4. Apply to shelf cone 04 bisque.
5. Clean up with water.
Tips & Techniques
1. Cake decorator technique: Use palette knife to fill pastry tube with Duncan No-Fire Snow or Duncan Glittering No-Fire Snow. Select tips with large design openings as these products might clog smaller openings. Use slow, steady pressure to squeeze design onto surface to be decorated.Clean design tips thoroughly and dispose of the pastry tube.
2. Brush design techniques: Load a round synthetic bristle brush heavily with Duncan No-fire Snow or Duncan Glittering No-Fire Snow allowing a small amount of the product to remain on the tip of the brush bristles. To create raised flower petals and leaves, place tip of brush at end of flower petal or base of leaf. Then press down on the brush, slightly rolling the bristles as stroke is pulled out. Allow to dry for 24-48 hours, then paint design with acrylic colors.
3. Palette knife technique: Nonfired Snows can be applied with a palette knife to create landscapes and designs. Experiment with pressing, pulling and twisting motions with the palette knife for a variety of raised effects. Allow to dry for 24-48 hours, then paint design with acrylic colors.
4. Holiday Decorations: Duncan Nonfired Snows can be added to completed projects--ceramic bisque, wood, plaster, glass tree ornaments, grapevine wreaths, greeting cards and more.Duncan Nonfired Snows are not recommended for decorating holiday windows as they are permanent when dry.
Health & Safety
1. Nontoxic.
Learning About Duncan Brush-On Sealers
Basic Instructions
1. Stir contents of jar or shake bottle thoroughly before use.
2. Apply 2 coats with a soft brush to shelf cone 04 bisque. Thin with water if necessary.
3. Clean up with water and Duncan Brush Cleaner.
Tips & Techniques
1. Duncan Brush-On Sealers can also be used over fired underglaze colors as a sealer in place of a fired glaze on decorative pieces.
Health & Safety
1. Nontoxic.
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ACRYLIC PAINTS / BISQUE STAINS
