How to Use Gold Decals in Glass Fusing
There are a number of commercially made 22-karat gold decals made to fire on fused glass. These decals are designed to be fired between 1000 and 1140 degrees Fahrenheit (F). Use these gold decals in your fused glass creations by following a straightforward series of steps.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need
- 22-karat gold decal
- Fused glass
- Kiln (glass, jewelry or enameling kiln)
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Make your glass cabochon, pendant, plate or other fused glass creation. Your gold decal will be fired during the final firing at a low temperature. Firing the decal is combined with either your slump or fire polish firing.
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Select your decal. Clean the glass with a glass cleaner. You can apply the gold decals to any smooth glass surface.
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Carefully cut out the decal. Soak the decal in warm distilled water. Once the decal begins to separate from the paper, place the decal on glass. Slide the backing off the decal. Use a squeegee or paper towel to wick all the water away from the decal. Be sure the decal is completely dry before you place the piece in the kiln to fire it.
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Place your piece in the kiln and fire to set the gold decal onto the glass. Be sure to hold your kiln at 1140 degrees F for 20 minutes. Anneal as usual.
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Tips & Warnings
Never open the kiln until the firing is complete. Allow the piece to cool to room temperature before removing it from the kiln.
There should be absolutely no peeking during the firing.
Apply kiln wash to surface before placing your piece in the kiln to prevent sticking.
Never leave a kiln unattended while firing.
