Bisque and greenware Repair
1. AMACO Bisque Fix
Best for Bisque Repairs
A thick, white paste designed to bond broken bisque pieces and fill missing areas. Can be tinted with ceramic stains or metal oxides and fired up to cone 10.
Pros
- Versatile for filling gaps and joining broken pieces
- Suitable for high-fire stoneware and porcelain
- Can be tinted to customize the repair color
Cons
- Can be more expensive than other repair options
- Requires careful application
- White repair lines may remain visible, especially on darker clay
Top Seller / Recommended
2. Mayco Clay Mender
Best for Greenware Repairs and Attachments
An enhanced slip designed primarily for unfired clay, though it can also be used to join bisque pieces. The manufacturer specifies firing to cone 04.
Pros
- Easy to apply
- No separate adhesive needed
- Ideal for attaching handles, adding clay details, and repairing defects in greenware
Cons
- Primarily intended for low-fire applications
- May differ in color from the surrounding clay
- Glaze may not adhere well to the repaired area without an underglaze covering
3. Spectrum Mending Paste
Best All-Purpose Repair Option
A ceramic slip-based repair material suitable for greenware and bisque. It hardens during firing and can be used at earthenware and stoneware temperatures, up to cone 5/6.
Pros
- Suitable for repairs at multiple stages of the ceramic process
- Potentially an economical option
- Useful for repairing common cracks, chips, and breakages
Cons
- Application instructions and repair guidance may be limited
- Testing is recommended to confirm compatibility with your clay body and firing temperature
