AMACO Kiln Ice
AMACO Glazes KI-21 Winter Glass
KI-21 Winter Glass is a pastel, frosty blue. Category: Mid-High Fire Glaze Firing Temperature: Cone 5 - Cone 6 Coats: 3-4 heavy coats What are Kiln Ice Glazes? These glazes are modeled after Guan Ware - a type of Chinese ceramics that was produced during the Southern Song dynasty. How does the crackle happen? The crackle is caused by the expansion and contraction of the glaze and clay body in relation to one another also known as the CTE, Coefficient of thermal expansion. Glaze thickness can affect the size of the crackle, smaller and tighter when thin, larger, and hexagonal when thick. With this glaze thicker is better. Recommended Clays: Brown or buff clays that do not contain manganese work best with these glazes. We recommend AMACO Milk Chocolate No. 30, AMACO Dark Chocolate No.32 and AMACO Buff Stoneware No. 46. Application Tips: Apply Kiln Ice glazes thicker than traditional Amaco glazes, at least an 1/8 inch thick (3.175mm). Glaze thickness is critical to achieve a nice crackle. Multiple brushed on layers is better than one thick one. When the glaze thickness starts to get heavy it will take longer to dry in between coats, this is due to the gums that are added to make it brushable also slows the dry time when glaze is thick. Food Safe? Yes, but due to durability, these glazes are not recommended for food surfaces. Use a liner glaze for any food surfaces on functional wares.
$22.00
AMACO Glazes KI-27 Glacial Lake
KI-27 Glacial Lake is a vibrant, blue-green hue. Category: Mid-High Fire Glaze Firing Temperature: Cone 5 - Cone 6 Coats: 3-4 heavy coats What are Kiln Ice Glazes? These glazes are modeled after Guan Ware - a type of Chinese ceramics that was produced during the Southern Song dynasty. How does the crackle happen? The crackle is caused by the expansion and contraction of the glaze and clay body in relation to one another also known as the CTE, Coefficient of thermal expansion. Glaze thickness can affect the size of the crackle, smaller and tighter when thin, larger, and hexagonal when thick. With this glaze thicker is better. Recommended Clays: Brown or buff clays that do not contain manganese work best with these glazes. We recommend AMACO Milk Chocolate No. 30, AMACO Dark Chocolate No.32 and AMACO Buff Stoneware No. 46. Application Tips: Apply Kiln Ice glazes thicker than traditional Amaco glazes, at least an 1/8 inch thick (3.175mm). Glaze thickness is critical to achieve a nice crackle. Multiple brushed on layers is better than one thick one. When the glaze thickness starts to get heavy it will take longer to dry in between coats, this is due to the gums that are added to make it brushable also slows the dry time when glaze is thick. Food Safe? Yes, but due to durability, these glazes are not recommended for food surfaces. Use a liner glaze for any food surfaces on functional wares.
$22.00
AMACO Glazes KI-46 Frozen Fern
KI-46 Frozen Fern is a muddled yellow-green hue. Category: Mid-High Fire Glaze Firing Temperature: Cone 5 - Cone 6 Coats: 3-4 heavy coats What are Kiln Ice Glazes? These glazes are modeled after Guan Ware - a type of Chinese ceramics that was produced during the Southern Song dynasty. How does the crackle happen? The crackle is caused by the expansion and contraction of the glaze and clay body in relation to one another also known as the CTE, Coefficient of thermal expansion. Glaze thickness can affect the size of the crackle, smaller and tighter when thin, larger, and hexagonal when thick. With this glaze thicker is better. Recommended Clays: Brown or buff clays that do not contain manganese work best with these glazes. We recommend AMACO Milk Chocolate No. 30, AMACO Dark Chocolate No.32 and AMACO Buff Stoneware No. 46. Application Tips: Apply Kiln Ice glazes thicker than traditional Amaco glazes, at least an 1/8 inch thick (3.175mm). Glaze thickness is critical to achieve a nice crackle. Multiple brushed on layers is better than one thick one. When the glaze thickness starts to get heavy it will take longer to dry in between coats, this is due to the gums that are added to make it brushable also slows the dry time when glaze is thick. Food Safe? Yes, but due to durability, these glazes are not recommended for food surfaces. Use a liner glaze for any food surfaces on functional wares.
$22.00
AMACO Glazes KI-11 Snow Drift
KI -11 Snow Drift is a diffused, milky white glaze. Category: Mid-High Fire Glaze Firing Temperature: Cone 5 - Cone 6 Coats: 3-4 heavy coats What are Kiln Ice Glazes? These glazes are modeled after Guan Ware - a type of Chinese ceramics that was produced during the Southern Song dynasty. How does the crackle happen? The crackle is caused by the expansion and contraction of the glaze and clay body in relation to one another also known as the CTE, Coefficient of thermal expansion. Glaze thickness can affect the size of the crackle, smaller and tighter when thin, larger, and hexagonal when thick. With this glaze thicker is better. Recommended Clays: Brown or buff clays that do not contain manganese work best with these glazes. We recommend AMACO Milk Chocolate No. 30, AMACO Dark Chocolate No.32 and AMACO Buff Stoneware No. 46. Application Tips: Apply Kiln Ice glazes thicker than traditional Amaco glazes, at least an 1/8 inch thick (3.175mm). Glaze thickness is critical to achieve a nice crackle. Multiple brushed on layers is better than one thick one. When the glaze thickness starts to get heavy it will take longer to dry in between coats, this is due to the gums that are added to make it brushable also slows the dry time when glaze is thick. Food Safe? Yes, but due to durability, these glazes are not recommended for food surfaces. Use a liner glaze for any food surfaces on functional wares.
$22.00
AMACO Glazes KI-68 Honey Crystal
KI-68 Honey Crystal is a warm, golden, and buttery yellow color. Category: Mid-High Fire Glaze Firing Temperature: Cone 5 - Cone 6 Coats: 3-4 heavy coats What are Kiln Ice Glazes? These glazes are modeled after Guan Ware - a type of Chinese ceramics that was produced during the Southern Song dynasty. How does the crackle happen? The crackle is caused by the expansion and contraction of the glaze and clay body in relation to one another also known as the CTE, Coefficient of thermal expansion. Glaze thickness can affect the size of the crackle, smaller and tighter when thin, larger, and hexagonal when thick. With this glaze thicker is better. Recommended Clays: Brown or buff clays that do not contain manganese work best with these glazes. We recommend AMACO Milk Chocolate No. 30, AMACO Dark Chocolate No.32 and AMACO Buff Stoneware No. 46. Application Tips: Apply Kiln Ice glazes thicker than traditional Amaco glazes, at least an 1/8 inch thick (3.175mm). Glaze thickness is critical to achieve a nice crackle. Multiple brushed on layers is better than one thick one. When the glaze thickness starts to get heavy it will take longer to dry in between coats, this is due to the gums that are added to make it brushable also slows the dry time when glaze is thick. Food Safe? Yes, but due to durability, these glazes are not recommended for food surfaces. Use a liner glaze for any food surfaces on functional wares.
$22.00
AMACO Glazes KI-18 Arctic Blush
KI-18 Arctic Blush is a pastel pink glaze, with a delicate, milky quality. Category: Mid-High Fire Glaze Firing Temperature: Cone 5 - Cone 6 Coats: 3-4 heavy coats What are Kiln Ice Glazes? These glazes are modeled after Guan Ware - a type of Chinese ceramics that was produced during the Southern Song dynasty. How does the crackle happen? The crackle is caused by the expansion and contraction of the glaze and clay body in relation to one another also known as the CTE, Coefficient of thermal expansion. Glaze thickness can affect the size of the crackle, smaller and tighter when thin, larger, and hexagonal when thick. With this glaze thicker is better. Recommended Clays: Brown or buff clays that do not contain manganese work best with these glazes. We recommend AMACO Milk Chocolate No. 30, AMACO Dark Chocolate No.32 and AMACO Buff Stoneware No. 46. Application Tips: Apply Kiln Ice glazes thicker than traditional Amaco glazes, at least an 1/8 inch thick (3.175mm). Glaze thickness is critical to achieve a nice crackle. Multiple brushed on layers is better than one thick one. When the glaze thickness starts to get heavy it will take longer to dry in between coats, this is due to the gums that are added to make it brushable also slows the dry time when glaze is thick. Food Safe? Yes, but due to durability, these glazes are not recommended for food surfaces. Use a liner glaze for any food surfaces on functional wares.
$22.00
Series Information: AMACO Kiln Ice
Inspired by tradition but designed for today!
Kiln Ice Glazes are a stunning glaze series inspired by the timeless beauty of Guan Ware, a revered ceramic tradition from the Southern Song dynasty. These glazes capture the signature crackle effect, offering a rich, dynamic surface that enhances both form and texture, especially with brown or buff clays.
Unique Patterns | Variety of Colors | Cone 5 - 6
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