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AMACO Kiln Ice (KI) Series<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

AMACO Brent<\/strong> presents the Kiln Ice (KI) Series<\/strong>, a new collection of six mid-range (Cone 5\u20136) crystalline-inspired glazes<\/strong> released in the summer of 2025. These glazes are designed to capture the quiet beauty of frozen surfaces \u2014 soft crackles, translucent layers, and subtle shifts of color that bring depth and light to ceramic work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The series features six distinctive glazes<\/strong>, each reflecting a different aspect of winter\u2019s palette:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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KI-11 Snow Drift<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

a cool, matte white<\/strong> with fine crackles, reminiscent of freshly fallen snow<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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KI-18 Arctic Blush<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

a pale rose-pink glaze<\/strong> with frosted undertones, soft and luminous.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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KI-21 Winter Glass<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

a clear blue-aqua glaze<\/strong> with faint veining, suggesting frozen glass.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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KI-27 Glacial Lake<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

a vivid blue-green tone<\/strong>, deep and tranquil like a mountain lake under ice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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KI-46 Frozen Fern<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

a soft celadon green<\/strong> with delicate crystalline patterns, similar to frost tracing across leaves.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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KI-68 Honey Crystal<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

a warm golden amber glaze<\/strong> that develops gentle crackle highlights.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Each glaze develops unique surface effects depending on clay body, glaze thickness, and firing schedule. While food-safe<\/strong>, the Kiln Ice line is best suited for decorative work<\/strong> due to its fine crackle finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The KI Series<\/strong> continues AMACO\u2019s tradition of combining technical refinement with natural beauty – a modern interpretation of classic \u201cice\u201d and \u201csnowflake\u201d glazes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Use Kiln Ice Glazes – Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Aspect<\/th>Recommendation<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Application<\/strong><\/td>Apply thickly<\/strong> \u2014 multiple coats with a soft brush for full \u201cice crackle\u201d development.<\/td><\/tr>
Number of coats<\/strong><\/td>Usually 3\u20134 heavy coats give the strongest crackle.<\/td><\/tr>
Clay body<\/strong><\/td>Works best on light buff or tan clay bodies without manganese<\/strong> (dark bodies can dull the effect).<\/td><\/tr>
Underlayers<\/strong><\/td>For dramatic cracks, apply over a dark slip or glaze<\/strong>, e.g. chocolate or black base.<\/td><\/tr>
Compatibility<\/strong><\/td>Pairs best with glossy or flowing glazes; avoid pairing with stiff matte glazes.<\/td><\/tr>
Firing<\/strong><\/td>Fire to Cone 5\u20136<\/strong> (2167\u20132232\u00b0F \/ 1186\u20131222\u00b0C). A slow cool cycle can enhance the crackle.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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