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Also, this video was helpful in breaking down the effects of using oxides as stains and washes:

Thank you everyone. That was helpful. Callie, I'm assuming Baking Soda, frit, corate or borax or soda ash all give a slightly different effect in terms of look when added? Meaning, I wonder if some cause the oxide to run a bit or become more glossy or satin... Any guidance on that?

Thank you. I was told to do 50/50 water and iron oxide to make about a pint but then to add a teaspoon of clear glaze to help it stick to the pottery otherwise it rubs off. I know people talk about mixing borate or other things with the iron oxide. What else do people mix with iron oxide to stain bisqueware and what effects do they each give?

Hey all, I'm new here. Quite a novice in the pottery field. I much prefer the stone look but don't know much abuse use of iron oxide washes/stains as a glaze. Some people have said to just mix water but I know others spoke about use of frit to help the stain 'adhere' or 'melt', and even other things. but I haven't been clear on the ratio and the different outcomes of the different mixture ratios. Can you please provide me with some clarity on different stain options and the outcomes of each ? This for Cone 6, for decor (doesn't need to be food-safe) and the place I would buy from is called https://tuckerspotteryeshop.com/product-category/raw-materials/ceramic-ingredients I appreciate your detailed response.