Spectrum 883 Amethyst Raku Glaze

Spectrum 883 Amethyst Raku Glaze creates a pale amethyst-purple surface with a fine crackle pattern highlighted by smoke during post-firing reduction.

Spectrum Raku Amethyst creates a pale amethyst-purple surface with a fine crackle pattern. Smoke from the reduction can penetrate the crackle lines and darken them, increasing the decorative contrast.

Spectrum Raku Glazes

Spectrum Raku is a series of ready-to-use brush-on glazes formulated for raku firing. The manufacturer recommends applying 2-3 coats to bisque ware, allowing them to dry completely, and firing to 950°C. The hot ware is then transferred to a reduction container filled with combustible material such as sawdust, straw or dry leaves.

Raku firing results are inherently variable and depend on the clay body, glaze thickness, firing temperature, reduction material and the reduction process itself. To obtain effects similar to those shown on the samples, keep the ware in a reduction atmosphere for at least 20 minutes. A thinner glaze application can intensify metallic effects in many colors. Once fully cooled, the surface can be cleaned with water and a scouring pad to reveal the sheen and color more clearly.

Spectrum 883 Amethyst Raku Glaze

• The glaze creates a pale amethyst-purple surface with a decorative crackle pattern.
• The manufacturer recommends applying 2-3 coats of glaze to bisque ware and allowing them to dry completely before firing.
• The glaze is intended for raku firing at 950°C.
• After firing, the ware requires post-firing reduction. For results similar to the samples, we recommend at least 20 minutes in a reduction atmosphere.
• The final result can vary depending on the clay body, glaze thickness and reduction process, so testing on a sample tile is recommended.
• The glaze is not intended for food-contact surfaces.