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Unleash the magic of glaze with Ceramic Materials Workshop! Explore the endless possibilities of color, texture, and surface effects. This section delves into the world of glazes, from understanding their chemistry and application to exploring exciting techniques and troubleshooting common problems. Learn more about our glaze offerings and find the perfect finish for your ceramic creations.

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Ceramic Glaze Crazing: Causes, Myths, Concerns and Aesthetics

Glazes, Informative, Myth Busters

Ceramic glaze crazing, characterized by a network of fine cracks on the surface of glazed pottery, has long intrigued and occasionally frustrated ceramic artists. In this article, we explore the causes, myths, concerns, and aesthetic possibilities of glaze crazing, along with strategies for prevention.
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Shino Glazes: What they are and why they are so special!

Featured Article, Glazes, Informative, Myth Busters

Dive into the world of Shino glazes, renowned for their milky white hues, textured surfaces, and connection to Japanese aesthetics. Explore their history, chemistry, techniques, and how to achieve the signature Shino look.
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The Truth About Lead In Ceramics

Glazes, Informative, Myth Busters

The truth about lead in ceramics.
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Demystifying Ceramic Glaze Labels

Glazes, How Tos, Informative, Myth Busters

Learn more about ceramic glaze labels to ensure safe and confident glazing.
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Ceramic Materials Workshop’s Top 5 Ceramic Reference Books

Beginners Guide, Glazes, How Tos, Informative, Kilns

Ceramic Materials Workshop shares our Top 5 Ceramic Reference Books
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Embracing Failure: The Path to Glaze Success

Beginners Guide, Glazes, How Tos, Informative

Learn why glaze failures can lead to success!
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CMW Team Visits Fiesta Dinnerware – Part 2

Clay, Glazes, Informative

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CMW Team Visits Fiesta Dinnerware – Part 1

Clay, Glazes, Informative

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Conversations about Tin Oxide (SnO2)

Glazes, Informative

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Getting Boron Levels Right

Glazes, Informative

Welcome back to the Ceramic Materials Workshop blog! Today, we're delving into the fascinating world of boron, a somewhat mysterious element that plays a crucial role in many ceramic glazes.
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Glaze Durability (Food Safety)

Beginners Guide, Clay, Glazes, Informative

I looked into the the question of why glazes are durable or not and found that we are able to correlate the overall durability of a glaze to its underlying chemistry.
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