Enamel Torch Fired Enamel Guide

Workflow

1. 1

   Prep Small Blanks

   1 hour

   Cut copper or silver blanks sized for torch firing on tripod.

   Ceramics Clay Shrinkage Calculator

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2. 2

   Sift Enamel on Blank

   20 min

   Sift thin even coat on front over counter-enameled piece.

   Throwing Weight Estimator

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3. 3

   Torch Fire from Below

   5 min per piece

   Heat from underside with soft flame until enamel flows glossy.

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4. 4

   Repeat Layers

   2 hours

   Add additional colors or layers with repeat sift and fire.

   Wall Thickness Calculator

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Tools Used

• Ceramics Clay Shrinkage Calculator
  Primary

  Calculate blank size for torch heat capacity.

• Throwing Weight Estimator
  Supporting

  Track flame time per piece for batch scheduling.

• Wall Thickness Calculator
  Primary

  Measure enamel layer thickness.

Reference Materials

• Heat from Below

  Direct flame on enamel surface scorches glass — always heat from back.

• Penny Practice

  US penny is free copper blank for torch enamel tests.

• Quick Gloss

  Over-firing even 10 seconds causes bubbles and burn-through.

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