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What are some Raku & Black Fire Glazes?

Raku glaze application

Raku glazes, like most low-fire glazes, don't need to be applied as thick as stoneware glazes; so it's usually fine just to brush them on. Try to spread an even coating, and remember not to get any glaze on the bottom of the piece. Two coats is okay unless the glaze is very thin. Copper matt glazes are often applied in a very thin coat by brushing them on like a wash or by
spraying. Raku glazes can be dipped if watered down to the right consistency, but ours are prepared for brushing.

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