Stoneware glazes between 1220 and 1280 °C
Stoneware glazes are designed for high firing temperatures between 1220 °C and 1280 °C. In this range, a matching stoneware clay body fires dense, and glaze and clay bond especially firmly. That makes stoneware a common choice for mugs, bowls and plates, as well as for vases and sculptures.
How to choose the right stoneware glaze
The glaze has to match the firing range of your clay body. Also check whether your kiln reaches the required temperature, as not every kiln is designed for high firing. Depending on the glaze, you get matte, satin or glossy surfaces, from calm earth and natural tones to bold blues. Color breaks and transitions at edges vary slightly depending on the kiln, coat thickness and firing schedule.
Whether a glaze is suitable for tableware and the dishwasher depends on the individual glaze. Check the manufacturer's information for each product.
- Match the firing range of clay, glaze and kiln
- Surfaces from matte to satin to glossy
- Colors from earth and natural tones to bold blue
- Apply to bisqueware by brushing, dipping or spraying
Tip: Keep the foot and foot ring free of glaze and wipe them with a damp sponge after glazing. That way nothing fuses to the kiln shelf during the high fire.
