Gum
GLAZE BINDER, HARDENER
Miscellaneous
- Family: Additive
- Region: None
- Mined At: Unspecified
- Raw Mineral: No
- Generic: Yes
Notes
Many types of gum are available. Almost all are intended to make the glaze harden and adhere to the ware. Normally only small amounts are needed and they are put into the water before powder is added.
Gum Arabic, Gum Tragacanth, and CMC Gum are popular types.
It is normal to use up to 1%. A solution should be prepared of up to 15% gum in hot water, then this added to the glaze.
Suppliers
- Generic
Authors
- Tony Hansen (Owner)
XML
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Gum Arabic, Gum Tragacanth, and CMC Gum are popular types.
It is normal to use up to 1%. A solution should be prepared of up to 15% gum in hot water, then this added to the glaze.</note>
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