Norm35 0 Report post Posted July 12, 2015 I would like to press sand onto the surface to cone 06 clay before bisque firing. Can I create a sand-like surface this way? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rae Reich 399 Report post Posted July 12, 2015 Try it and see! Try different grades of sand. Put tests on a slab to contain crumbles or drips, if any. 1 Norm35 reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bciskepottery 959 Report post Posted July 12, 2015 You might also consider grog in place of sand -- grog comes in various types, coarse, medium, fine . . . which could give you a more interesting finish. Another option is to start with a groggy clay body (one with a high percentage of grog, kyenite, or molochite); after the items are bone dry, take a damp sponge and gently wash the surfaces to remove the fine clay particles and leaving the groggier/sandpaper texture. 1 Norm35 reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites