Ozz Glaze Mars - Low- & High-Fire Decorating Engobe (R26073)

OZZ GLAZE Mars - Low- & High-Fire Decorating Engobe

OZZ GLAZE Mars is a decorating engobe that creates reddish-brown, terracotta and warm earth tones on clay surfaces and is suitable for both low- and high-fire firings. Its natural color character makes it suitable for surface coloring, underglaze decoration and sgraffito techniques. After firing, it creates a warm background with tonal variations influenced by application thickness, clay body and firing temperature.

Technical Data and Application

Color Pairing Suggestions

The reddish-brown and warm earth tones of OZZ GLAZE Mars can be paired with the following colors:

Application Notes

• Mixing: Mix the product regularly before and during application to ensure an even distribution of the coloring components.
• Surface selection: Apply the product only to wet, leather-hard or completely dry unfired clay. Do not use it on bisque-fired surfaces.
• Surface preparation: The unfired clay surface must be clean, stable and free of dust before application.
• Coat application: For brush application, apply 2-3 even coats, allowing sufficient drying time between coats.
• Thickness control: Excessively thick or uneven applications may increase the risk of cracking, blistering or flaking during drying and firing.
• Sgraffito application: Allow the engobe to adhere to the surface before carving. Create the design once both the clay surface and the engobe have reached a suitable firmness.
• Dilution: For spray and dipping applications, add water in small increments, mix the product after each addition and avoid over-dilution.
• Firing effect: The intensity of the reddish-brown and warm earth tones may vary depending on application thickness, clay body and firing temperature.
• Clay body selection: Color intensity and the final surface appearance may vary on light, dark or speckled clay bodies.
• Glaze application: A transparent or colored glaze may be applied over the engobe. Test the compatibility between the glaze and engobe on a test tile before the main application.
• Food contact: On surfaces intended to come into contact with food, use only a food-safe glaze and follow the glaze’s recommended firing schedule.
• Safety: Use appropriate personal protective equipment during application and ensure that the workspace is adequately ventilated.
• Storage: Store the product in its original container with the lid tightly closed, at room temperature and away from direct sunlight.