Ditmar on wed 3 jul 02
If there's something that won't wet properly, try using alcohol. Denatured,
or isopropyl (rubbing). Even methyl if it's what you have handy. Make a
slurry and add it to the glaze mix a bit at a time as you blend. Less
"extraneous" material being added that can cause other problems.
100 proof vodka will also work , but make sure to test it first.....an ounce
at a time....internally. You'll also be glazed after a while.
Ditmar
>
> Another point to make is that red copper oxide is extremely difficult to
> disperse well in a glaze slurry. You have to use soap or some other
> wetting agent to get it well dispersed. I always stick with copper
> carbonate for that reason alone.
>
> Regards,
>
> John
>
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