August 26, 2010 6:25 PM EDT
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.
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Colors containing cadmium respond differently to the torch flame as compared to kiln firing.Â
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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.
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Colors containing cadmium respond differently to the torch flame as compared to kiln firing.Â
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I picked these tips up from Deb Lozier, one of the instructors, Â at the Thompson Enamel Torch Firing Workshop held earlier this month.