Underglazes & Decorating Colors for Ceramics

Underglazes and Decorating Colors for Versatile Ceramic Design

Underglazes and universal decorating colors can be used to create decorative effects on ceramic surfaces. Depending on the individual product, they may be suitable for techniques such as underglaze painting, majolica, porcelain decoration or accents on relief work.

Coordinate Application, Glaze and Firing

– apply the color evenly according to the coverage you want
– allow it to dry sufficiently before adding a transparent overglaze where required
– follow the manufacturer's specified firing range and recommended temperature
– use test tiles when color development and glaze interaction are important

Some decorating colors cover a broad firing range, but the information for the specific product is always decisive. This lets you coordinate color application, glaze and firing program with the clay body, technique and desired result.

For repeatable results, record the colors, number of coats and firing schedule you use. With multicolor decoration and a subsequent transparent glaze, a small test series can make it easier to assess coverage, color development and the interaction between individual layers.