Enamel Science 101
Ricky examines some of the basic enamel principles and variables that need to be considered with most enameling projects.
Lesson 1: Enameling is a Combination of Art and Science
Lesson 2: What does it depend on? (3:50)
Lesson 3: Learn to Experiment
Lesson 4: Science Principles to Consider
Lesson 5: Mesh Size
Lesson 6: The Principle of Thermal Expansion & Contraction (12:11)
Lesson 7: Understand the Time/Temperature Relationship (5:04)
Lesson 8: Air Bubbles and Transparency
Lesson 9: When Does the Enamel Melt? (11:17)
Lesson 10: Firing Stages
Lesson 11: Warpage during repeated firings
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Firing Stages
Transparency and Air Bubbles
Layer Principles
Helpful Handouts