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Fundamental and Functional
Begin your ceramic project with Foundations® as the surface. Available in gloss opaque, gloss translucent and matte finishes, Foundations® will become an essential building block – easy to apply, consistent firing performance and budget-friendly. Its stable, non-moving base is perfect for majolica techniques with Stroke & Coat® glazes.
Foundations® glazes are certified AP non-toxic and food safe.
Foundations® glazes are available in a broad assortment of colors, opacities, and textures. They easily serve as the basic "foundation" glaze for any ceramic studio - be that in a school, home or your retail studio.
Foundations® glazes are certified AP non-toxic and food safe.
Foundations® glazes are available in a broad assortment of colors, opacities, and textures. They easily serve as the basic "foundation" glaze for any ceramic studio - be that in a school, home or your retail studio.
General Use
Foundations® gloss glazes were designed to mature at shelf cone 06/05. Apply 2-3 coats, allowing the surface to dry in-between coats. When applying to a large surface, we recommend a broad, soft brush such as CB-604 #4 Soft Fan.
Application Recommendations
The following application recommendations are based upon the original product development intent and use for the product.
- Shake for 5-6 seconds before use.
- Dispense glaze onto a palette (tile, plate, etc.) and apply with your brush or decorating accessory of choice (sponge, stamp, etc.).
- Foundations Opaque glazes were designed to mature at a shelf cone 06 (999° C).
- When applying Foundations over a large surface area we recommend a broad, soft brush, such as a soft fan brush. Try to get the brush fully saturated (loaded) and apply each coat in the same direction.
- Make sure the glaze has dried thoroughly prior to firing. A medium ramp/firing rate is recommended (250°F per hour).
Helpful Hints
- Foundations dry quickly for same day firing
- Intermixable for custom color creation
- Can be applied to greenware or leather-hard clay. We recommend leaving an area unglazed, such as the back or bottom, to allow outgassing during the firing process
- Many Foundations can be fired to higher temperatures and still maintain their color. Check the individual color label for performance at cone 6
- Steadfast Application - Foundations® will not dissolve or "pick up" previous coats of glaze
- Dries Quickly - speeds up your ability to handle or perform additional decorating
- High Gloss Finish - does not need to be clear glazed (except Foundations® Matte glazes)
Opaque Foundations
with Stroke & Coat These glazes are perfect companions, developed to be used together – in layering and combination. Many of the Foundations® Opaque colors were designed to coordinate with Stroke & Coat®, making glaze combinations easy to create. |
Matte Foundations
with Stroke & Coat Stroke & Coat® glazes applied over Foundations® Matte glazes create contrast and drama in design. |
Sheer Foundations
with Designer Liner Foundations® Sheer glazes are translucent glazes that can be applied over the entire design. These glazes will not compromise the integrity of brush strokes or the intricate detail of the Designer Liner. |