Mayco Stroke & Coat ceramic glaze - Tuxedo pint, ready-to-use deep true-to-jar black for brushing

Mayco Stroke & Coat - Tuxedo is a ready-to-use black ceramic glaze in a pint jar formulated to brush on bisque, greenware, and select wet clays for consistent, true-to-jar fired colour.

Mayco Stroke & Coat glazes are designed for ceramic artists, hobbyists, and educators who want predictable, mixable colours with easy application. Tuxedo delivers a deep, reliable black that maintains its tone from the jar through firing, and it mixes cleanly with other Stroke & Coat shades to expand your palette. The formula is user-friendly for brushwork, underglaze-like details, and surface coatings, simplifying glazing routines in studios and classrooms.

What surfaces will Tuxedo glaze adhere to?

Tuxedo works well on fired bisque, air-dried greenware, and some wet clays; it was formulated for direct application to a variety of ceramic stages. For best results, ensure your piece is free of dust and oils before glazing. Note that very soft, extremely wet clay may require careful handling to avoid slip-through.

• Ready-to-use on bisque-fired pottery without thinning.
• Applies cleanly to leather-hard and bone-dry greenware for decorative work.
• Can be used on damp clay with careful brush technique to prevent bleeding.
• Avoid applying to overly saturated or unstable clay bodies.

How does Tuxedo perform during application and firing?

Tuxedo is formulated to retain its jar colour after firing, so what you see is a reliable guide to the final result. It brushes on smoothly, allowing for crisp edges or broad coverage depending on your technique. The glaze responds well to layering and mixing, enabling you to adjust opacity and finish through multiple coats or blends.

• Smooth brushing consistency for detail work and full coverage.
• Maintains true-to-jar black through recommended firing ranges.
• Intermixes with other Stroke & Coat shades for custom tones.
• Can be layered for deeper blacks or thinned for washes.

How should I apply and care for this pint-sized glaze?

Application is straightforward: stir, load the brush, and apply in even strokes. Clean brushes and tools after use with warm water before the glaze dries to prevent buildup. Store the pint tightly sealed and stir before each use to ensure uniform pigment distribution.

• Stir thoroughly before use to reincorporate settled pigment.
• Brush or sponge apply in even coats; allow drying between layers.
• Clean tools promptly with water to avoid hardened residue.
• Seal jar after use to preserve consistency and prevent skinning.

Can I mix Tuxedo with other colours or mediums?

Tuxedo blends cleanly with other Stroke & Coat glazes, giving you control over shade and opacity without unpredictable firing surprises. You can create custom neutrals, deepen tones, or soften black with measured additions of other colours. Avoid adding non-ceramic media that could affect firing performance.

• Intermixable with the Stroke & Coat line for custom blacks and greys.
• Use small test tiles to preview mixed colour outcomes before large pieces.
• Avoid non-fired-safe additives that alter melting or adherence.
• Layering is an alternative to mixing when seeking subtle effects.

Who is this for: Mayco Stroke & Coat - Tuxedo, Pint (16 oz) is ideal for ceramicists, pottery studios, classroom instructors, and craft hobbyists who need a dependable black glaze for brushwork, underglaze-like detailing, or base coats. The pint size suits frequent use or trialing a new shade without committing to a larger volume, and the ready-to-use formula saves prep time while offering consistent, mixable results for creative glazing workflows.