Metallic glazes flow quite a bit during firing so the first coat is the only all-over coverage, followed by the last two which should be ¼” up from the bottom of the piece. Metallic glazes are water soluable and may be thinned with water to ease application. The metallic family of glazes are marketed under a variety of names, but the term defines those colours that contain metallic particles which flow into detailed areas to form shimmering designs. When firing metallic glazes, you get better results by firing them one cone hotter than other glazes and allowing a longer soaking period.

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