Expert: Leisha Hiester - 4/10/2009

Question
QUESTION: I have a piece that was made in the 70's that has yellow stains on it.  I want to repaint it but need to know what type of paint to use.  I have no access to a kiln.  I repainted another piece some years ago which had the same stains but I don't remember the type of paint I used.  It came out really good.  So could you recommend a paint and also tell me what that yellow staining is.

ANSWER: Donna,

Hmmmm, do you have a picture of the piece showing the stain? Is it on the inside or outside?

There's likely a ceramics shop or studio near you. What city are you in? Most either have a kiln or know someone who does.

Let me know...Leisha

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QUESTION: No picture as I have already painted over the white part with Ceramcoat.  It has a dull finish so obviously it is not the same paint I used before.  That had a shiny appearance.  Should I apply a glaze?  Would that gived it a shiny appearance?  The yellow stain is on the whole piece on the outside.  It is most noticable on the white part. If it was on the inside I wouldn't worry about it.
I live in Lake Charles, LA and I'm sure there is a kiln somewhere here.  I just didn't want to take the time.  You see the piece I have is an Easter Bunny and Easter is almost here.  I wanted a quick fix.  Thanks.

Answer
Donna,
There are 2 craft stores near you,

Michaels Stores  - www.michaels.com
3425 Derek Dr, Lake Charles - (337) 562-2320

Hobby Lobby  - www.hobbylobby.com
3240 Highway 14 E, Lake Charles - (337) 474-1004

They carry a craft paint for painting on glass. Technically, when you're painting over glaze, glaze is glass. If you can choose a color dark enough to cover the color it should work. Often too, there are people in these stores who can help very much. Take the piece in with you.

I hope this helps in time enough to make the Easter Bunny smile :)

Leisha