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 Inspired by aspects of nature, Elements™ and Elements™ Chunkies produce lush, organic, and earthy hues. 

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 Designed to simulate the aesthetic, movement and interest of mid-range and high fire glazes in a cone 06/05 oxidation kiln firing, Elements™ and Elements™ Chunkies give artists a wide variety of options in one product, as glaze application, firing temperature and shape will influence the outcome of finished work. Elements™ are a two-tone glaze with a main color and a secondary color called a float. When Elements™ are applied to detail pieces, the float color will appear in the crevices. Application and firing will also affect the outcome of main color or float. 

 Shake for 5 to 6 seconds before use. Dispense glaze onto a palette (tile, plate, etc.) and apply with a soft brush or decorating accessory of choice (sponge, stamp, etc.). Dipping your brush directly into the jar may contaminate the jar’s contents, especially if you are using other glazes. Apply three to four coats to your piece. When applying them over a large surface area, we recommend a broad, soft fan brush.

Moisten the brush with water first. The brush fully saturated (loaded) and each coat applied in the same direction. When the wet look has gone from the first coat, you may apply the next coat of glaze. Be sure the glaze has dried thoroughly prior to firing. A medium ramp/firing rate is recommended (250°F per hour) at shelf cone 06.

 While initially developed for low-fire, many Elements™ colors perform well at higher temperatures. Firing hotter may alter the color. Elements™ performance at cone 6 is noted on each individual product label with any changes. They may move and flow at mid-range temperatures. We recommend receding layers of glaze when applying on  vertical ware. We recommend testing at your preferred firing temperature prior to use. 

•  Uneven glaze application can affect the look of the glaze. We recommend application in one direction.
• The amount of detail on the ware can also affect the fired finish.
• Allow ample room for air circulation in the kiln during the firing process as heat work and adequate oxygen can influence the glaze appearance.
• When using Elements™ on the outside of a vase or cylinder, we recommend using Foundations® opaque, Foundations® sheer, or a clear glaze on the inside. Using Stroke & Coat™ may cause the piece to crack due to the stiffness of the glaze.
• The ever-popular FN-215 Aztec Jade, FN-217 Evergreen Fir, FN-218 Green Sapphire, and FN-219 Lustre Green are part of the Elements product family as their performance characteristics are similar.
• Many of the Elements™ produce interesting effects at higher firing temperatures (cone 6) but will change color. We recommend testing to determine color, surface characteristics, and movement prior to use.

Color:  Firing hotter may alter the color. Make sure to check MaycoColors.com chip swatches, brochures, or labels for cone 6 results. We recommend testing at your preferred firing temperature and clay body prior to use.

Movement:  Elements™ and Pottery Cascades™ will move at mid-range temperatures. We recommend receding layers of glaze when applying on vertical ware. You may use Mayco Stoneware Engobes, Underglazes or another stable glaze to act as a buffer to help control flow. Avoid heavy application of Elements™ Chunkies crystals at the bottom third of ware as the crystals tend to flow at higher temperatures and can adhere to the kiln shelves. Place a tile or a piece of scrap bisque beneath the piece to prevent glaze from running onto your kiln shelves. Textured ridges may help to catch the glaze and prevent runoff.

Dinnerware Safety:  Some Elements™ glazes are not recommended for dinnerware for both earthenware and stoneware clay bodies as the fired finish is not chemically durable and can be impacted by contact with acidic liquid or food.