Episode 40 – Why does my glaze leave flash marks on the clay?

Today the gang checks in after an exciting trip to NCECA. They also take questions about glaze recycling, hard water, and sodium flashing. Listen to episode 40 now on your favorite podcast app or stream here.

 

If you have a ceramic chemistry problem you’d like help with, send us a voice memo with your question to forfluxsakepodcast@gmail.com. 

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