Description
Cold wax is a liquid resist used to mask areas where engobes, glazes, or ceramic paints should not be applied. The cold wax burns off during firing.
Cold wax can be applied to bisque-fired, leather-hard, or dry clay. Apply the cold wax to areas you do not want to coat with engobe, glaze, or decorate. Wait 10-15 minutes until the cold wax has dried. Afterward, you can apply engobe, glaze, or other decorations to the surrounding areas. Oxides and decorative paints can also be applied easily.
During firing, the cold wax burns off, and the untreated surface is revealed. This creates a contrast with the surface that has been coated with engobe, glazed, or decorated.
If the cold wax is applied incorrectly, it can be completely removed with another bisque firing. Since the cold wax does not stick to the kiln shelf, it can also be applied to the base of the object.
Clean the brush thoroughly with water and soap after use.
Cold wax adheres better to the clay body than Givul LA (Revultex) (Item No. 808).
