Colorobbia Mother of Pearl Overglaze/Luster, 25 grams

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Colorobbia's Mother Of Pearl Ceramic Overglaze Luster in two sizes,

25 gram bottle is approx. 7/8 fl. ounces but comes in an oversize 1 ounce bottle.
100 gram bottle is approx. 3.5 fl. ounces but comes in an oversize 4 ounce bottle.

 The bottle contents may not appear to be full but it is filled and sealed with 25 or 100 grams of Mother of Pearl as labeled.

NOTE: Images colors may vary from in-person results. Test before final production. Formulation contains precious metals and pricing is subject to change without notice.

What is a Luster?
Lusters are overglazes. This means they are applied to a surface that has been glaze fired. Lusters take on the texture of the underlying surface that they are applied to (matte, satin, or glossy). Lusters are made with complex combinations of metallic salts, resins and oils. These formulations are designed to effortlessly create amazing metallic and iridescent effects.

Tools
-Use soft bristle round or flat brushes.
-Use disposable paper towels

Handling and safety
Lusters are safe to handle when used with the correct personal protective equipment (PPE). Lusters are flammable and must be keep away from any heated elements or open flames. Always work in a well ventilated area and wear a NIOSH approved respirator. Avoid contact with skin by wearing fitted vinyl gloves. If you happen to get any luster on your clothes or skin, wash with soap and warm water immediately. During firing, avoid breathing fumes and/or kiln exhaust.

Application
Wear appropriate PPE and work in a ventilated area. Your ware and work area should be clean, dry and dust free. If you choose to use rubbing alcohol to clean your ware before application, allow extra drying time as alcohol contains water. To paint, use a small brush that will fit easily inside the diameter of the luster bottle. Dip the point of the soft bristle brush into the luster. The brush bristles should have a “wet” appearance. Lightly swipe any excess luster on the bottle rim. Do not thin luster solution as it can cause streaking and diminish metallic or iridescent effects. We recommend that you experiment with your studio setup before any large scale work is done. Make sure to completely dry your work in a clean area, free from dust, dirt, and moisture.

Clean up and storage
Make sure to wipe the threads on the glass container before capping tightly. Put the glass luster bottle inside the clear plastic container to contain any lingering fumes. To prolong your Lusters, store in a cool/dry place. Hot and humid environments can cause this product to thicken. 

Firing
Fire the fully dried lusters ware to cone 019-018. This should be a fast fire with the peep-holes open. Good firing ventilation is essential for this product.