Professional Glaze Recipes Database
Comprehensive collection of tested ceramic glaze recipes for professional pottery and ceramics. Over 500 proven formulations with firing data, color variations, application notes, and detailed chemistry information for all firing temperatures.
Professional Glaze Collection
Carefully tested and documented glaze recipes from professional ceramicists and universities worldwide.
Low Fire (Cone 04-02)
- • Earthenware glazes (1830-1886°F)
- • Bright color palette available
- • Lead-free formulations
- • Fast firing schedules
- • 150+ tested recipes
Best for: Decorative pottery, colorful ceramics, quick projects
Mid Fire (Cone 6-7)
- • Most popular firing range (2232-2262°F)
- • Excellent durability and function
- • Wide variety of surfaces
- • Cost-effective firing
- • 200+ tested recipes
Best for: Functional pottery, dinnerware, commercial ceramics
High Fire (Cone 8-10)
- • Stoneware glazes (2280-2345°F)
- • Maximum durability and strength
- • Natural ash and celadon effects
- • Traditional ceramic heritage
- • 150+ tested recipes
Best for: Art pottery, sculpture, traditional ceramics
Popular Glaze Categories
Surface Effects
Matte Glazes
- • Satin finishes
- • Dry mattes
- • Textured surfaces
Crystalline
- • Zinc crystal
- • Titanium aventurine
- • Macro crystals
Specialty Effects
- • Oil spot
- • Temmoku
- • Shino variations
Reactive Glazes
- • Rutile blue
- • Iron red
- • Copper reduction
Color Families
Blues
- • Cobalt blues
- • Rutile blues
- • Celadon variations
Earth Tones
- • Iron browns
- • Natural ash
- • Ochre variations
Reds & Pinks
- • Chrome tin pink
- • Copper red
- • Iron red flashing
Neutrals
- • Pure white
- • Warm cream
- • Cool grays
Professional Recipe Format
Sample Recipe: Cone 6 Celadon
Recipe Details
Firing Information
- • Fire to Cone 6 (2232°F)
- • Medium oxidation atmosphere
- • Cool slowly to 1800°F
Application Notes
- • Apply medium thickness (3 coats)
- • Dip or brush application
- • Clean bisque thoroughly first
Results
- • Classic celadon green color
- • Smooth, glossy finish
- • Food safe when properly fired
Safety & Testing Guidelines
Safety First
Always wear protective equipment when handling raw glaze materials
Test First
Always test glazes on small samples before applying to finished work
Keep Records
Document all variations and results for future reference
Food Safety
Test functional ware for food safety compliance
Understanding Glaze Chemistry
Flux Materials
Lower melting temperature
- • Whiting (Calcium Carbonate)
- • Potash Feldspar
- • Lead compounds (avoid)
- • Zinc Oxide
- • Lithium Carbonate
Alumina Sources
Provide stability and durability
- • Kaolin (EPK, Georgia)
- • Ball Clay
- • Feldspar
- • Alumina Hydrate
- • Clay bodies
Silica Sources
Glass formers and hardeners
- • Silica (Flint)
- • Feldspar
- • Clay materials
- • Sand
- • Quartz
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