{"id":6701745635405,"title":"Black Metallic RK100 Raku (Mayco)","handle":"black-metallic-rk100-raku-mayco","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBlack Metallic RK100 Raku, Fired\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGorgeous Iridescent \u0026amp; Metallic Effects!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Metallic creates a highly reflective, dark metallic finish following a proper Raku Firing. Due to the unpredictable nature of this firing technique, results will vary with every firing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMayco Raku Glaze\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMayco Raku glazes are designed to develop beautiful metallic lusters and crackle patterns when fired according to raku firing processes.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom 16th century firing methods in Japan to 20th century reduction methods of the West, Raku firing always reveals exciting and dramatic results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlazes designed for the mysterious raku process using combustibles and varying firing methods to produce unique finishes. There are several methods and many nuances to raku firing – for our purposes here we define raku firing broadly as the processes of firing an earthenware body and glaze in a kiln, removing the ware from the kiln after it has reached proper temperature, placing it in a container of combustible material and enclosing the container to reduce the oxygen in the container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake for 5-6 seconds before use. Stir well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply 3 coats to bisqueware. Use of a thermal shock-resistant raku clay body will help reduce the incidence of cracking. Do not glaze inside or bottom of ware. Thinner coats tend to produce greater metallic effects. If you are not getting the desired metallic results you can adjust your glaze application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow to dry thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFire to cone 06 (1850°F, 1010°C) and hold for 5 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove ware from kiln with tongs. If using an electric kiln make sure power is off and allow to cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimizing the distance between the kiln and the reduction container can improve the development of metallic colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace ware into metal lidded container with combustible materials. Place lid on immediately to reduce oxygen. The combustible materials will produce flames and smoke. Leave in container until cool, approximately 20 minutes and remove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter ware has completely cooled use water and a scouring pad to clean; cleaning will improve the luster and colors in the fired finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActual fired results will vary according to choice of clay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eSafety Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProper safety processes and personal protective equipment are very important when doing Raku as you are exposed to high heat, flames and smoke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways wear fire protective clothing, fireproof gloves and protective eyewear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not open or insert tongs into an electric kiln without shutting off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduction process should take place outside of building due to flames and smoke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not spray apply glazes without a NIOSH approved respirator and other personal protective equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-Toxic and Non-Hazardous when used according to manufacturer’s directions. Not recommended for food surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"block-4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"section-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"color-call-out-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"color-call-out-content light center\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"ACMI CL\" src=\"https:\/\/www.maycocolors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/cl-acmi.png\" width=\"97\" height=\"112\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.maycocolors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/cl-acmi.png\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" height=\"112\" width=\"97\" alt=\"Not Dinnerware Safe\" src=\"https:\/\/www.maycocolors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/not-dinnerware-safe.png\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5523 img-fluid\" loading=\"lazy\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.maycocolors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/not-dinnerware-safe.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"color-call-out-content light center\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOTE: Please refer to each specific glaze product label for information about applications for dinnerware, health, and food safety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRaku glazes are not recommended for dinnerware due to the durability of the fired glaze\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003eSome glazes, regardless of surface texture or porosity of underlying clay body, will be designated as not suitable for dinnerware as the fired glaze surface is not durable and can be impacted by contact with food or liquids\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003eWhile it may not be harmful, it is certainly not desirable\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003eRecommended for ornamental use only\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"full-width-content dark center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"color-call-out-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"color-call-out-content light center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2021-11-10T16:14:41-06:00","created_at":"2021-11-10T16:14:41-06:00","vendor":"MAYCO","type":"GLAZE","tags":["BRAND_MAYCO","COLOR_ASSORTED COLORS","COLOR_BLACK COLORS","COLOR_IRIDESCENT COLORS","COLOR_METALLIC COLORS","COLOR_NATURAL COLORS","FIRING RANGE_RAKU","GLAZE","GLAZE TYPE_RK-RAKU","MAYCO GLAZE","POTTERY_Pottery Glazes","promotion 10\/28\/24"],"price":1615,"price_min":1615,"price_max":1615,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":39547459010637,"title":"16oz","option1":"16oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"097539115756","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":36172553322735,"product_id":6701745635405,"position":1,"created_at":"2021-11-23T06:37:19-06:00","updated_at":"2023-12-06T11:52:45-06:00","alt":null,"width":633,"height":633,"src":"\/\/www.alabamaart.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/rk-100.jpg?v=1701885165","variant_ids":[39547459010637]},"available":false,"name":"Black Metallic RK100 Raku (Mayco) - 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Due to the unpredictable nature of this firing technique, results will vary with every firing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMayco Raku Glaze\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMayco Raku glazes are designed to develop beautiful metallic lusters and crackle patterns when fired according to raku firing processes.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom 16th century firing methods in Japan to 20th century reduction methods of the West, Raku firing always reveals exciting and dramatic results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlazes designed for the mysterious raku process using combustibles and varying firing methods to produce unique finishes. There are several methods and many nuances to raku firing – for our purposes here we define raku firing broadly as the processes of firing an earthenware body and glaze in a kiln, removing the ware from the kiln after it has reached proper temperature, placing it in a container of combustible material and enclosing the container to reduce the oxygen in the container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake for 5-6 seconds before use. Stir well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply 3 coats to bisqueware. Use of a thermal shock-resistant raku clay body will help reduce the incidence of cracking. Do not glaze inside or bottom of ware. Thinner coats tend to produce greater metallic effects. If you are not getting the desired metallic results you can adjust your glaze application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow to dry thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFire to cone 06 (1850°F, 1010°C) and hold for 5 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove ware from kiln with tongs. If using an electric kiln make sure power is off and allow to cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimizing the distance between the kiln and the reduction container can improve the development of metallic colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace ware into metal lidded container with combustible materials. Place lid on immediately to reduce oxygen. The combustible materials will produce flames and smoke. Leave in container until cool, approximately 20 minutes and remove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter ware has completely cooled use water and a scouring pad to clean; cleaning will improve the luster and colors in the fired finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActual fired results will vary according to choice of clay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eSafety Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProper safety processes and personal protective equipment are very important when doing Raku as you are exposed to high heat, flames and smoke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways wear fire protective clothing, fireproof gloves and protective eyewear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not open or insert tongs into an electric kiln without shutting off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduction process should take place outside of building due to flames and smoke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not spray apply glazes without a NIOSH approved respirator and other personal protective equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-Toxic and Non-Hazardous when used according to manufacturer’s directions. Not recommended for food surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"block-4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"section-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"color-call-out-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"color-call-out-content light center\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"ACMI CL\" src=\"https:\/\/www.maycocolors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/cl-acmi.png\" width=\"97\" height=\"112\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.maycocolors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/cl-acmi.png\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" height=\"112\" width=\"97\" alt=\"Not Dinnerware Safe\" src=\"https:\/\/www.maycocolors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/not-dinnerware-safe.png\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5523 img-fluid\" loading=\"lazy\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.maycocolors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/not-dinnerware-safe.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"color-call-out-content light center\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOTE: Please refer to each specific glaze product label for information about applications for dinnerware, health, and food safety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRaku glazes are not recommended for dinnerware due to the durability of the fired glaze\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003eSome glazes, regardless of surface texture or porosity of underlying clay body, will be designated as not suitable for dinnerware as the fired glaze surface is not durable and can be impacted by contact with food or liquids\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003eWhile it may not be harmful, it is certainly not desirable\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003eRecommended for ornamental use only\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"full-width-content dark center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"color-call-out-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"color-call-out-content light center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e"}