Mixing powder glaze
Superior Glaze as a powder — how to mix a dipping glaze, and why it works out economical.
Why powder
Most of the weight of a liquid glaze is water. When you buy powder you pay neither for the water nor for shipping it — you add it yourself. That is why a litre of dipping glaze made from powder costs far less. Powder keeps for a long time, and you mix just the amount you need each time.
Ratio
According to the Chrysanthos label, for Superior Glaze powder:
- 1 kg powder + 1.14 kg distilled water
- specific gravity: approx. 1.4
- result: about 1.5 litres of dipping glaze for every kilogram of powder (2.14 kg ÷ 1.4).
Low fire: cone 07–03 (approx. 980–1100°C). Once the piece is fully covered and correctly fired, the surface is food safe.
What you need
- scales;
- a clean bucket with a lid;
- a 200-mesh sieve;
- a stirrer (or a mixer on a drill);
- a mask (EN 149 FFP2 or better), gloves and eye protection.
Step by step
- Protect yourself. When working with dry powder always wear a mask and work in a well-ventilated area. Don’t breathe in dry glaze dust.
- Weigh. Pour the water into the bucket first (1.14 kg for every 1 kg of powder), then add the powder slowly — this raises less dust.
- Stir. Stir until the mix is even. Wait a few minutes for the powder to wet through, then stir again.
- Sieve. Pass it through a 200-mesh sieve — you get an even glaze without lumps or dry particles.
- Test. Before the first piece, dip a test tile and fire it: coat thickness and dipping time depend on your bisque.
- Store. Keep the container tightly closed. Always stir well before use — the powder settles at the bottom.
Safety
Avoid breathing the dust and contact with eyes or skin. It may irritate the airways. Wash hands after use. Do not pour glaze or rinse water down the drain. Dispose of waste according to local regulations. Keep out of reach of children.