Paint Type
Ceramic Paint
Ceramic paint is a specialty coating formulated for fired ceramic surfaces such as porcelain and earthenware. Some products also work on glass or other heat-safe materials and may require oven curing for greater wash resistance.
Ceramic paint compatibility
Ceramic paint works best on clean fired clay surfaces that match the selected product. Glazed surfaces, oven curing, washing limits, and food-contact restrictions should always follow the manufacturer's directions.
| Surface | Compatibility | Preparation | Primer or ground | Finish | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceramic | Excellent with a ceramic-specific paint | Clean and degrease thoroughly, then make sure the fired surface is fully dry before painting. | Usually none when the specialty paint is designed for the exact ceramic surface. | Follow the stated air-cure or oven-cure schedule before washing or handling. | — |
| Porcelain | Excellent with a porcelain- or ceramic-specific paint | Degrease the smooth surface thoroughly and keep it free of fingerprints before painting. | Usually none with a purpose-made porcelain coating. | Use the exact curing method required by the product and respect its food-contact limitations. | — |
| Terra cotta | Good when the product approves earthenware or porous ceramic | Remove dust and residue and make sure the porous fired clay is completely dry before coating. | Product-specific; porous terra cotta may absorb paint differently from glazed ceramic. | Choose a curing and protective system appropriate for the item's moisture exposure and use. | — |
| Glass | Good when the ceramic-paint product expressly approves glass | Clean and degrease thoroughly and confirm the glass can safely tolerate any required oven-curing temperature. | Usually none with a compatible specialty coating. | Follow the product's bake or cure schedule and food-contact restrictions exactly. | — |
Sources: Pébéo Porcelaine 150 surface guidance, Pébéo Porcelaine 150 curing guidance, and DecoArt Glass Paint for glazed ceramic.
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