{"title":"Other Materials","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"liquid-latex-masking-mold-making-1","title":"LIQUID LATEX","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**Due to the risk of freezing and to ensure product quality we do not ship this item from December 1st to March 15th**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor mold making, apply about 10-12 coats to the master form allowing each coat to dry before applying the next. Latex molds are typically backed up by a 2-part plaster “mother” mold.\u003cbr\u003eFor use as decorative masking on ceramic bisque, brush on and allow to dry before decorating. Peel off.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":41777794613381,"sku":"MKLL2","price":11.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1L","offer_id":41777794646149,"sku":"MKLL3","price":19.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5L","offer_id":41777794678917,"sku":"MKLL4","price":78.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 GAL.","offer_id":41777794711685,"sku":"MKLLP","price":270.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MKLL2_2.jpg?v=1618225678"},{"product_id":"alumina-hydrate-hydroxide-1","title":"ALUMINA HYDRATE","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlumina hydrate is a source of aluminum oxide (alumina), essential in stabilizing glaze chemistry and preventing excessive glaze flow. Clay and feldspar are much cheaper sources of the oxide, however, so it is rarely used in glazes. Instead, it is mostly used as a refractory, typically mixed with kaolin to make wadding or kiln wash having high resistance to molten glaze or glass attack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information on alumina hydrate, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/42\" title=\"alumina hydrate\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e of ceramic materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"500g","offer_id":41717037727877,"sku":"MAAH2","price":15.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1KG","offer_id":41717037760645,"sku":"MAAH3","price":23.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5KG","offer_id":41717037793413,"sku":"MAAH4","price":78.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MAAH2.jpg?v=1642604258"},{"product_id":"500g-bone-ash-substitute","title":"BONE ASH SUBSTITUTE","description":"\u003cp\u003eDicalcium phosphate. A substitute for bone ash in glazes. It is a source of both calcium oxide, an important glaze flux, and phosphorous pentoxide, a glass-former like silica and boric oxide. To replace 100 g bone ash (10CaO.3P2O3.H2O) use 100 g Bone Ash.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information on dicalcium phosphate, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/dicalcium+phosphate\" title=\"Bone Ash Substitute\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e of ceramic materials. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information on bone ash, see the \u003ca title=\"Bone Ash\" href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/123\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e of ceramic materials. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"500g","offer_id":41717125415045,"sku":"MBAS2","price":29.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1KG","offer_id":41717125447813,"sku":"MBAS3","price":48.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5KG","offer_id":41717125480581,"sku":"MBAS4","price":172.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50lbs","offer_id":41717125513349,"sku":"MBASB","price":675.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MBAS2_2.jpg?v=1584023309"},{"product_id":"bentonite-325m","title":"BENTONITE 325m","description":"\u003cp\u003eWestern sodium bentonite. Montmorillonite. An ultra fine, clay-like mineral of volcanic origin added sparingly to dramatically improve clay body plasticity and to augment the suspension properties of clay in glazes while improving strength. Additions of up to 2% in either clay or glaze are typical; more raises the risk of cracking due to attendant high shrinkage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eF\u003cspan\u003eor more information on bentonite, see the \u003ca title=\"Bentonite\" href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/106\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e of ceramic materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"500g","offer_id":41717097201797,"sku":"MBEN2","price":5.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1KG","offer_id":41717097234565,"sku":"MBEN3","price":6.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5KG","offer_id":41717097267333,"sku":"MBEN4","price":14.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50lbs","offer_id":41717097300101,"sku":"MBENB","price":40.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MBEN2.jpg?v=1642684890"},{"product_id":"darvan-7-clay-slip-deflocculant-1","title":"DARVAN 7","description":"\u003cp\u003eUsed to minimize the amount of water needed to produce a free-flowing clay slip. Compared to traditional sodium silicate \/ soda ash deflocculants, more is required to thin slips (about 0.5% of the dry ingredients) but it is easier on plaster molds and is more forgiving if used in excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on Darvan 7, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/darvan\" title=\"Darvan 7 Deflocculant\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/darvan\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e of ceramic materials.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":41780197392517,"sku":"MDAR2","price":16.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5L","offer_id":41780197425285,"sku":"MDAR4","price":140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MDAR2_2.jpg?v=1617891453"},{"product_id":"dolomite-dolocron-dolomitic-limestone","title":"DOLOMITE (DOLOCRON)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA carbonate rock supplying ceramic glazes with two alkaline earth oxides, calcium and magnesium. Can be used in place of calcium carbonate (whiting) in recipes as an anti-craze; use 92% of some or all of the recipe’s whiting requirement, keeping the total dolomite amount to ~13% or less of the recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on Dolocron dolomite, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/2288\" title=\"Dolocron Dolomite\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e of ceramic materials.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"1KG","offer_id":41780197097605,"sku":"MDOL3","price":8.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5KG","offer_id":41780197130373,"sku":"MDOL4","price":19.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50lbs","offer_id":41780197163141,"sku":"MDOLB","price":60.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MDOL3.jpg?v=1646228017"},{"product_id":"gum-cmc-carboxymethylcellulose-3","title":"GUM CMC (7L2)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCMC gum is a water soluble long-chain molecule derived from cellulose. A small amount (typically 0.5% -2%) is included in brushing-type glaze recipes to extend brushing time by thwarting rapid water absorption into the clay. CMC creates a very strong application bond and it provides an excellent, tough surface to paint on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be added to all types of glaze but be cautious about adding it to dipping glazes. CMC is a mild deflocculant which can cause settling. It also allows more glaze to drain off resulting in a thinner applied layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be mixed thoroughly and quickly in a blender. If hand mixed, add CMC to water and let it stand overnight before mixing. CMC is organic and will degrade without an added preservative, sometimes within weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on CMC gum, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/228\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"CMC Gum\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e of ceramic materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":41783646683269,"sku":"MGUM1","price":12.67,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":41783646716037,"sku":"MGUM2","price":43.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1KG","offer_id":41783646748805,"sku":"MGUM3","price":84.44,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5KG","offer_id":41783646781573,"sku":"MGUM4","price":280.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MGUM1.jpg?v=1646409368"},{"product_id":"hectabrite-dp-macaloid-benton-ma","title":"HECTABRITE DP","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rheological additive based on a purified hectorite clay that imparts thixotropy and improved workability to clay bodies (up to 3% of recipe) and good anti-settling properties to glazes (0.3 - 1.0% of recipe). For maximum effect mix with water in a high shear mixer such as a kitchen blender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on Hectbrite DP, see the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hectabrite DP\" href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/2227\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof ceramic materials.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":41777969168517,"sku":"MHEC1","price":6.15,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":41777969201285,"sku":"MHEC2","price":15.45,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1KG","offer_id":41777969234053,"sku":"MHEC3","price":24.72,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5KG","offer_id":41777969266821,"sku":"MHEC4","price":123.64,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MHEC1.jpg?v=1646664784"},{"product_id":"500g-iron-chromite","title":"IRON CHROMITE","description":"\u003cspan\u003eChromite is a mineral ore rich in iron and chromium oxides having a temperature stable spinel crystal structure like many ceramic glaze stains.  It can actually be used as an economical nearly-black stain for glazes (~5%). A truer black is possible with the addition of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026lt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1% cobalt oxide.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"500g","offer_id":41777914773637,"sku":"MINC2","price":8.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1KG","offer_id":41777914806405,"sku":"MINC3","price":20.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5KG","offer_id":41777914839173,"sku":"MINC4","price":60.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50lbs","offer_id":41777914871941,"sku":"MINCB","price":250.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MINC2.jpg?v=1647009641"},{"product_id":"nepheline-syenite-a-271","title":"NEPHELINE SYENITE A-270","description":"\u003cp\u003eA complex rock made up of nepheline (primarily), albite and microcline used in ceramic glazes and clay bodies to initiate or promote fusion. It is mined in Southern Ontario, northeast of Peterborough. A 3:1 mixture of nepheline syenite and silica can be used to substitute for soda feldspar such as Minspar 200. Its slight solubility can lead to hard panning in glazes; correct with epsom salts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information on nepheline syenite, see the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Nepheline Syenite\" href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/2963\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/2963\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of ceramic materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"5KG","offer_id":41777751654533,"sku":"MNES4","price":14.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50lbs","offer_id":41777751687301,"sku":"MNESB","price":40.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MNES4.jpg?v=1648729643"},{"product_id":"petalite","title":"PETALITE","description":"\u003cp\u003ePetalite is a feldspathic mineral rich in lithium. Lithia is lighter in weight and contracts less on cooling than its sodium and potassium oxide cousins making it an effective anti-craze agent in ceramic glazes when used in substitution. It also influences glaze colour, promoting blue from copper and pink from cobalt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information on petalite, see the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/1114\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Petalite\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of ceramic materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"1KG","offer_id":41777733075077,"sku":"MPET3","price":18.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5KG","offer_id":41777733107845,"sku":"MPET4","price":72.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MPET3_8e67eee9-9818-4635-84d7-c334d7e9089f.jpg?v=1648732729"},{"product_id":"ceramic-rutile-325-mesh-calcined-1","title":"CERAMIC RUTILE (325 MESH)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePremium calcined airfloated rutile. 95.8% Titanium dioxide; 0.4% iron oxide. 100% \u0026lt; 200 mesh; 96.6% \u0026lt; 325 mesh.  Rutile is a natural source of titanium dioxide used in glazes. Increasing amounts cause glaze opacity and, eventually, matte surfaces. Titanate crystallization on cooling can lead to interesting, variegated surfaces. The small % of iron in rutile tends to promote yellowish colours. Other sources of TiO2 for glazes include pure white titanium dioxide and ilmenite, a ferrous titanate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information on rutile, see the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rutile\" href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/1204\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of ceramic materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"500g","offer_id":41777729831045,"sku":"MREC2","price":19.17,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1KG","offer_id":41777729863813,"sku":"MREC3","price":30.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5KG","offer_id":41777729896581,"sku":"MREC4","price":116.67,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50lbs","offer_id":41777729929349,"sku":"MRECB","price":474.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MREC2.jpg?v=1648737491"},{"product_id":"milled-rutile-200-mesh-2","title":"MILLED RUTILE (200 MESH)","description":"\u003cp\u003eRuflux 61.  200 mesh rutile.  94-96% TiO2.  Rutile is a natural source of titanium dioxide used in glazes. Increasing amounts cause glaze opacity and, eventually, matte surfaces. Titanate crystallization on cooling can lead to interesting, variegated surfaces. The small % of iron in rutile tends to promote yellowish colours. Other sources of TiO2 for glazes include ilmenite, a ferrous titanate, and pure, white titanium dioxide. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information on rutile, see the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/1204\" title=\"Rutile\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/1204\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of ceramic materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"50lbs","offer_id":41776766713989,"sku":"MREMB","price":296.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MREMB_2_1686088d-4803-457d-a977-ac6d5352dab2.jpg?v=1618234401"},{"product_id":"silicon-carbide-150-mesh","title":"SILICON CARBIDE (150 MESH)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSilicon carbide added to a glaze will start to dissociate at about 1000º C. Carbon dioxide gas results which bubbles up through the glaze causing craters which persist on cooling, an outcome that may be welcome if intentionally seeking to create a “crater glaze”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information on silicon carbide, see the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/1250\" title=\"Silicon Carbide 150 mesh\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of ceramic materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":41776753213573,"sku":"MSCC1","price":4.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":41776753246341,"sku":"MSCC2","price":17.6,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1KG","offer_id":41776753279109,"sku":"MSCC3","price":33.84,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MSCC1.jpg?v=1618235487"},{"product_id":"silicon-carbide-600-mesh","title":"SILICON CARBIDE (600 MESH)","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery fine silicon carbide can be added to electric kiln-fired ceramic glazes to create glaze reduction. Copper red, for instance, can be made by adding 0.3% SiC, 0.3% copper oxide and 1% tin oxide to a clear base glaze. Fluid glazes that allow CO2 bubbles to escape give the best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information on silicon carbide, see the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Silicon Carbide 150 mesh\" href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/1250\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/1250\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of ceramic materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":41776751280261,"sku":"MSCF1","price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":41776751313029,"sku":"MSCF2","price":30.24,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1KG","offer_id":41776751345797,"sku":"MSCF3","price":55.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MSCF1.jpg?v=1618236014"},{"product_id":"sodium-silicate-n-water-glass","title":"SODIUM SILICATE","description":"\u003cp\u003eA clay deflocculant used sparingly (~2 or 3 g\/ litre of water plus ~1 g soda ash) to lower the amount of water necessary to produce a fluid slip or as “Magic Water” (same proportions) to join together softer and stiffer pieces of clay. In higher concentrations its bonding power is exploited to produce decorative crackle effects on fresh clay or as the air-dry and hi-temp “glue” in insulating brick mortar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information on sodium silicate, see the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/1275\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sodium Silicate\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of ceramic materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":41776699375749,"sku":"MSMS2","price":8.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5L","offer_id":41776699408517,"sku":"MSMS4","price":39.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MSMS2_2.jpg?v=1618315093"},{"product_id":"5-kg-texas-talc-texas-amtal-c-98","title":"TALC (MAGRIS JETFIL H 290 )","description":"\u003cp\u003eA useful anti-craze constituent of cone 06-04 clay bodies owing to the formation of high contraction enstatite crystals. Also an effective anti-craze glaze ingredient when substituted for wollastonite (keeping talc to \u0026lt;13% of the recipe) due to reduced glaze contraction. High-talc, magnesian matt glazes are noted for a purple colour response from cobalt. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Grey \u003cstrong\u003eAmtal\u003c\/strong\u003e Texas Talc is no longer being mined. New \u003cstrong\u003eMagris\u003c\/strong\u003e Jetfil H 290 talc is its substitute. Glazes calling for a lot of talc might need adjusting to restore the oxide balance. To do that, for every 100 g of Amtal talc in the recipe, add 100 g Magris talc +15 g silica + 9 g wollastonite and remove 20 g kaolin (or clay).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information on talc, see the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/1620\" title=\"Talc\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of ceramic materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"5KG","offer_id":41776651862149,"sku":"MTAL4","price":15.63,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50lbs","offer_id":41776651894917,"sku":"MTALB","price":65.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/products\/MTCT4_2.jpg?v=1618323217"},{"product_id":"ultrox-extra-zircon-glaze-opacifier-zircopax-superpax-2","title":"ULTROX EXTRA (ZIRCON)","description":"\u003cp\u003eZrSiO4. Zirconium silicate. Zircon. A purified, micronized glaze opacifier. 10%-15% Ultrox Extra added to most clear glazes produces a good white.  Add to coloured glazes to make opaque pastels. 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It is a blend of the same minerals proportioned to preserve the chemistry and working properties of Gerstley Borate. Use it as a 1:1 substitute. Testing first to compare fired results is recommended; some glazes may need minor adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on Gillespie Borate borate, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/gillespie+borate\" title=\"Gerstley borate\"\u003eDigitalfire.com Reference Library\u003c\/a\u003e of ceramic materials.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHS-ca","offers":[{"title":"1KG","offer_id":41780166590597,"sku":"MGEB3","price":7.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5KG","offer_id":41780166623365,"sku":"MGEB4","price":31.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50lbs","offer_id":41780166656133,"sku":"MGEBB","price":126.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/files\/MGEB3.jpg?v=1685805341"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8352\/4229\/collections\/Raw_Materials.png?v=1785429574","url":"https:\/\/psh.ca\/collections\/other-materials-1.oembed?page=2","provider":"The Pottery Supply House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}