Types of Clay Flashcards
(32 cards)
Bisque ware that has been glazed then fired.
Glaze Ware
Slip
Clay that has been watered down; acts as glue in slip/score technique. A fine, liquid form of clay applied to the surface of a vessel prior to firing. It fills in pores and gives uniform color.
Bone Dry
Clay that is completely dried but not yet fired.
Greenware that is allowed to become firm but still retains its wet look.
Leather-Hard
Is liquid clay used in the process of forming objects with molds.
Casting Slip
Slip Clay
Clay in liquid form.
High-fire clay. It is waterproof even without glaze; the resulting ware is sturdier than earthenware.
Stoneware
Clay that has been watered down; acts as glue in slip/score technique. A fine, liquid form of clay applied to the surface of a vessel prior to firing. It fills in pores and gives uniform color.
Slip
Clay in liquid form.
Slip Clay
Clay that is completely dried but not yet fired.
Bone Dry
Greenware
A term used to describe unfired clay objects in general.
Bisque Ware
Clay objects that have been fired for the first time and without any glaze applied to them.
Terra Cotta
A brownish-orange earthenware clay body commonly used for ceramic sculpture.
Glaze Ware
Bisque ware that has been glazed then fired.
Casting Slip
Is liquid clay used in the process of forming objects with molds.
A brownish-orange earthenware clay body commonly used for ceramic sculpture.
Terra Cotta
Slab
A flattened out piece of clay; you may use a rolling pin or slab roller to achieve it.
Elasticity
Refers to the ability of clay to be formed into a shape and retain it.
China
A term which usually refers to the bone china of England, but also is associated with vitreous white wares and porcelain.
Earthenware
A low-fire clay body which is fired to maturity at approx. 2000 oF.
A product that has been tested and determined to be safe for use on surfaces which come into contact with food or drink.
Food-Safe
Having to do with clay or glass or the making of objects from clay or glass.
Ceramics
Food-Safe
A product that has been tested and determined to be safe for use on surfaces which come into contact with food or drink.
Stoneware
High-fire clay. It is waterproof even without glaze; the resulting ware is sturdier than earthenware.
