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Question
Hi. I got a set of ceramic bowls at an antique stall at a garage sale. It just occurred to me that the glaze may not be safe for food. How can I tell. There is no indication on the bowls.
Hi Iris, there is no way to tell what the glaze is made of. A visual inspection is your best indicator now for food safe. Any cracks in the glaze or crazing will make them not safe. If you feel uncomfortable about eating out of them, then don't.
Sam
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Sam Kelly
Expertise
questions with regard to all types of clay, glaze problems and glaze making and application. gas and electric kiln firing
Experience
I am a full time studio potter, also technical assistant in the ceramics department of our local college.
Education/Credentials
I completed a three year ceramics course with 6 distinctions and 5 credits. 2 years as a proffesional potter in on of Australia's largest potteries. Working full time as a studio potter.
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