Horizontal Vase Ceramic Bisque

With its elongated horizontal profile and clean, modern lines, the Horizontal Vase is a refined option for decorative styling and workshop projects. Its smooth bisque surface offers an excellent base for painting, underglaze decoration, and glazing applications, making it ideal for both studio work and interior display.

Vase Features and Dimensions

• Size: Small
• Width: 21 cm
• Depth: 4.5 cm
• Height: 16 cm
• Average Weight: 700 g (±2%)

Technical Details and Application

Painting and Glazing

• Underglaze Decoration: Refsan ready-to-use underglaze colors can be safely applied on both tile and ceramic bisque surfaces.
• Ceramic Glazing: Ceramic glazes typically mature between 1040°C and 1050°C. This range helps achieve a smooth surface and improves long-term durability.
• Tile Glazing: Tile glazes are generally fired between 900°C and 920°C, providing a thinner, elegant, and decorative finish.

Firing

Our products are carefully fired at 1050°C to achieve a stable bisque stage. The firing temperature contributes to strength and defines the base tone of the body. Variations in firing temperature and firing schedules may affect surface characteristics and visual results.

Decorative Use with Acrylic Paint

• Acrylic paints can be used for decorative painting.
• Warning: Acrylic paint is not food-safe. It is recommended to apply a protective varnish after painting.
• Acrylic decoration does not require firing and is suitable for decorative use only. It should not be used on items intended for contact with health-related or food-contact surfaces.

Possible Variations in Handmade Products

Bisque pieces made by slip casting and wheel forming may show slight differences, especially in thickness and dimensions. In casting, thinner or thicker areas can occur depending on the structure of the form. These variations reflect the uniqueness of each piece and the character of handcraft production.

Using different clay bodies may also lead to natural tone differences. The bisque color of ceramic and tile bodies can vary by clay type. For example, white clay typically produces lighter bisque tones, while red clay provides darker and warmer tones.

Product Durability

Our products become durable after glazing and firing. However, care and usage conditions may vary depending on the finishing method. Ceramic surfaces are generally more resistant to external factors but still require careful handling. Decorative acrylic finishes may wear over time.

Important Considerations During Glazing and Firing

• Clean and fully dry the product before glazing.
• Ceramic and tile glazes mature at different temperatures, so select the proper firing temperature accordingly.
• After acrylic decoration, apply varnish to protect against external factors.
• Different firing temperatures may affect bisque color, so preliminary testing is recommended.