There are a few colors that do not react as well to the torch flame as they do the kiln. A muddy grayish color appears when the torch flame is applied directly to whites, yellows, and pinks.  Applying a layer of flux underneath the color may reduce the effect; but, it will not eliminate the effect.
Â
Colors containing cadmium respond differently to the torch flame as compared to kiln firing.Â
Â
I picked these tips up from Deb Lozier, one of the instructors, Â at the Thompson Enamel Torch Firing Workshop held earlier this month.
There are a few colors that do not react as well to the torch flame as they do the kiln. A muddy grayish color appears when the torch flame is applied directly to whites, yellows, and pinks.  Applying a layer of flux underneath the color may reduce the effect; but, it will not eliminate the effect.
Â
Colors containing cadmium respond differently to the torch flame as compared to kiln firing.Â
Â
I picked these tips up from Deb Lozier, one of the instructors, Â at the Thompson Enamel Torch Firing Workshop held earlier this month.
