Mayco FN238 Royal Blue - Artistic Low-Fire Glaze (R7824)

Mayco FN238 Royal Blue - Artistic Low-Fire Glaze 118 ml

Mayco FN238 Royal Blue is distinguished by its vibrant, deep royal blue color, semi-transparent to semi-opaque coverage, and glossy surface character. Previously offered under the Duncan code IN1634 Royal Blue, this glaze adds color without completely covering the surface, allowing the underlying clay body and surface details to remain partially visible. It can be used on decorative pieces, functional ware, and designs where strong blue tones are intended to stand out.

Technical Data and Application

Color Pairing Suggestions

The strong royal blue color of Mayco FN238 Royal Blue can create striking contrasts and balanced compositions when paired with light and neutral tones:

Application Notes

• Mixing: Mix the product thoroughly before application to ensure that the pigments and glaze components are evenly distributed.
• Coat application: Applying at least 2 coats is recommended. Take care to maintain an even application thickness across the surface.
• Drying between coats: Allow the previous coat to dry sufficiently before applying the next coat.
• Transparency: Due to its semi-transparent / semi-opaque character, the color of the underlying clay body and its surface texture may influence the final appearance.
• Thickness effect: Thinner applications may produce a lighter and more transparent appearance, while thicker applications may result in a richer and more opaque blue finish.
• Ideal temperature: The ideal firing temperature for this product is 1040°C. This temperature can be used as a reference when evaluating the final color, gloss, and surface result.
• Temperature effect: The product can be fired between 1000°C - 1200°C. Different peak temperatures may alter the intensity, gloss, and transparency of the Royal Blue color.
• Clay body selection: The Royal Blue color may appear cleaner and more distinct on light-colored and white clay bodies. The final result may vary on darker clay bodies or bodies with different compositions.
• Form effect: The glaze may pool in recessed, raised, and textured areas, creating darker and more intense blue tones.
• Glaze combinations: When used with other glazes, test color and surface interactions on a test tile before the main application.
• Food use: This glaze can be used on food-contact surfaces provided that no cracking, crazing, or similar surface defects occur in the fired glaze.
• Test application: Testing is especially recommended when firing at temperatures other than 1040°C to evaluate potential changes in color and surface appearance.
• Safety: Use appropriate personal protective equipment during application and ensure that the work area is adequately ventilated.
• Storage: Keep the container tightly closed and store at room temperature away from direct sunlight.