I bought some plates and they are painted but I'm assuming a final glaze was not applied b/c if I put liquid in the plates they soak it up, the paint does not run or anything like that but the plates soak up the water. How do I glaze them so that I can use them for everyday use?
2006-10-23 04:46:13 · 3 answers · asked by p_a_m_i_e 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Sculpture
If the plates can be fired again, get some FOODSAFE glaze, any color, and take them somewhere with a kiln... my suggestion - something like "claytime cafe" or another place where they have that "paint-your-own" pottery and ceramic stuff. Colleges and high schools also may have kilns. Don't be afraid to contact one of these places either.
2006-10-23 05:53:07 · answer #1 · answered by ramzeldamar 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Another option is to use an oil based varnish. Make sure it's quite thinned down with turps so that it soaks in to the clay and doesn't just sit on top. This will help prevent peeling.
Depending on what the plates were painted with, they may not survive being fired in a kiln. (again)
2006-10-23 16:39:30 · answer #2 · answered by smelly pete 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to your local ceramic shop and get a clear "food safe" glaze.
Apply as directed and have the pieces refired. You should be good to go unless the ceramic shop tells you that the piece for one reason or other can't be refired. Then get a second opinion.
2006-10-23 11:49:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋