Botz PRO 9319 Peridot liquid glaze, 800 ml

Botz PRO 9319 Peridot – warm green glaze with fine brown specks

Botz PRO 9319 Peridot is a ready-to-use liquid glaze in a slightly yellowish, warm green with fine brown specks. The finish is glossy and semi-transparent. The glaze can be used across a wide firing range of 1020–1280 °C, so it suits both earthenware and stoneware. Some of the clay body beneath still shows through.

The result changes with the firing temperature. At 1050 °C natural brown dots appear and the glaze covers almost fully. At 1150 °C it looks finely speckled and more semi-transparent. At 1250 °C the surface becomes glassy and semi-transparent, and the delicate dots run a little more. The 800 ml tub suits larger quantities or several pieces.

Application and firing

Stir the glaze vigorously before use. If it is too thick, add a little water. Apply 2–3 coats and let each coat dry slightly. The glaze must be thoroughly dry before firing. At 1050 °C apply 2–3 coats; at 1150 °C and 1250 °C, 2 coats are enough.

• 1050 °C: brown dots, almost opaque
• 1150 °C: finely speckled, more semi-transparent
• 1250 °C: glassy, semi-transparent, also on porcelain

Avoiding runs

From 1150 °C the glaze tends to run if applied thickly. So do not apply it too thickly, and leave the foot of the piece unglazed so that nothing runs onto the kiln shelf. As the glaze is semi-transparent, the colour of your clay affects the result. It combines well with Botz Unidekor.

For tableware

Botz recommends the PRO glazes for tableware. For this the clay body must be vitrified. With earthenware (1020–1100 °C) many clays are not yet vitrified, and such ceramics should not be used long-term for liquids. If you sell tableware, you are responsible for its suitability for food contact.

Botz PRO 9319 Peridot product details

• Manufacturer: Botz, PRO series
• Colour: 9319 Peridot, warm yellowish green with fine brown specks
• Contents: 800 ml, ready to use
• Finish: glossy, semi-transparent
• Firing range: 1020–1280 °C
• Recommended firings: 1050 °C, 1150 °C and 1250 °C
• Application: 2–3 coats
• Suitable for raku
• Origin: Made in Germany

You will also need: a brush for application, bisque-fired ceramics and a kiln.

According to the manufacturer, all Botz products are exempt from hazard labelling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when glazing, and wash your hands afterwards. Ventilate the kiln area well. Children should only glaze under supervision. Keep glazes out of reach of children.