ayjay Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 I want to mask some thin (6-8mm) lines on some bisque, wax between the masking (about 6-8mm again) and then remove the mask and glaze where the masking tape was. Just wondering if there is a best type of masking tape for sticking to bisque which won't leave residue to impede the glaze. Any other suggestions besides masking tape appreciated, but I'm looking for nice clean lines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcia Selsor Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 I got some removable wax resist from the Ceramics STore in Philadelphia...mail order. They sold out at NCECA. I have not used it yet but plan to soon. It works like a latex resist but is thinner and cheaper. Chartpak tape used in graphics is good and takes curves on pots. I have several sizes. It is old but still works. Don't know if it is still available. Marcia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sawing Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 I've used drafting tape for this purpose with good success. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bciskepottery Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Automobile detailing tape comes in various widths. If using masking tape, use the painters type -- blue colored -- not regular. Regular masking tape can leave sticky residues behind; the blue painter's tape does not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John McClure Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 I want to mask some thin (6-8mm) lines on some bisque, wax between the masking (about 6-8mm again) and then remove the mask and glaze where the masking tape was. Just wondering if there is a best type of masking tape for sticking to bisque which won't leave residue to impede the glaze. Any other suggestions besides masking tape appreciated, but I'm looking for nice clean lines. I find vinyl electrician's tape works well as a mask on bisque ware. I have not used it to apply wax but I have used it as a mask for glazing. It is flexible and allows a curved line too, I use a dental pick to hook into the tape for removal. By hooking with the sharp pick in the tape I have found removing the tape without scratching the edge is possible. Give it a try with wax. John McClure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmartsyArtsy Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 The remove able wax resist may be latex. If you do use latex, be sure that you get all of it off if you want to glaze ther. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ayjay Posted August 9, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 9, 2012 Thanks all, I used some car detailing tape eventually, (chart tape was an "order in" and wait) not the greatest stickability on bisque but good enough for this little project. The wax doesn't need to come off, it's a raku piece and the waxed areas will be black after firing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobydoozie Posted August 9, 2012 Report Share Posted August 9, 2012 I always keep rainbow tape on hand. Its a multipack in multiple widths. For curved lines, I use 3M's Artist Tape for Curves. I've never had a problem with residue from any masking tape, because low fired bisque always seems to have a dusty quality, even after sponging clean. I've also used both of these on top of unfired glaze when layering glazes or majolica. I recommend removing the tape within a week of application, just to be sure. Here's a link for the Rainbow Tape: http://www.amazon.co...ds=rainbow+tape And Here's a link for the 3M's Artist Tape for Curves: http://www.amazon.co...rds=artist+tape PS - I've also used children's star stickers for masking and even hole reinforcments with no problems! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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