Pottery Glazing Techniques

Front

List the four ways to glaze pottery.

Back

Brush, spray, dip, pour.

Front

Define glaze.

Back

A glass-like finish.

Front

What is the device that keeps the kiln from overheating?

Back

Cone or timer.

Front

Define kiln.

Back

A hot furnace used to fire pottery.

Front

Name the four steps in glazing.

Back

Rinse, dry, apply even strokes, and repeat.

Front

What are the three main ingredients in glaze?

Back

Alumina, silica, and flux.

Front

What is glaze?

Back

A glasslike finish.

Front

List the five types of glaze.

Back

transparent, translucent, opaque, glossy and matte.

Front

Can glaze ware touch in the kiln?

Back

NO

Front

What type of kiln do we use in the classroom?

Back

Electric kiln.