--- product_id: 504216641 title: "Amaco Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes | Layerable Mid-High Fire Cone 5-6 (PC) Liquid Ceramic Pottery Glaze for Bisque, Pint, Dark Purple, #35466J" brand: "amaco" price: "R1880" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Amaco" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/504216641-amaco-potters-choice-hi-fire-cone5-6-glaze-pint-pc store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Layerable for Custom Effects Water Resistant Gloss Finish Cone 5-6 Mid-High Fire Amaco Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes | Layerable Mid-High Fire Cone 5-6 (PC) Liquid Ceramic Pottery Glaze for Bisque, Pint, Dark Purple, #35466J **Brand:** amaco **Price:** R1880 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Elevate Your Pottery Game with Smokey Merlot’s Layered Luxury ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Amaco Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes | Layerable Mid-High Fire Cone 5-6 (PC) Liquid Ceramic Pottery Glaze for Bisque, Pint, Dark Purple, #35466J by amaco - **How much does it cost?** R1880 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/504216641-amaco-potters-choice-hi-fire-cone5-6-glaze-pint-pc) ## Best For - amaco enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted amaco brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Versatile on All Surfaces:** Whether smooth or textured, this glaze adapts beautifully, enhancing every detail with a warm dark purple and subtle lilac float. - • **Unleash Your Creative Layers:** Seamlessly layer Smokey Merlot with other AMACO glazes to craft unique textures and flowing color patterns that stand out in any collection. - • **Master the Mid-High Fire Zone:** Achieve stunning Cone 5-6 results without a reduction kiln—perfect for modern ceramicists seeking vibrant, durable finishes. - • **Glossy, Water-Resistant Brilliance:** Enjoy a sleek, glossy finish that’s not only visually captivating but also water-resistant—ideal for both indoor and outdoor masterpieces. - • **Trusted by Pros, Loved by Creators:** Join a community of artists who rate this glaze 4.8 stars for its reliability, ease of use, and breathtaking results. ## Overview AMACO Potter's Choice PC-57 Smokey Merlot is a 16 oz. liquid ceramic glaze designed for Cone 5-6 firing, delivering a warm dark purple with lilac highlights. It offers a glossy, water-resistant finish suitable for stoneware and porcelain clays, excelling on both smooth and textured surfaces. Layerable with other AMACO glazes, it enables artists to achieve complex, reduction-like effects without specialized kilns, making it a favorite for professional and aspiring ceramicists alike. ## Description AMACO Potter's Choice PC-57 Smokey Merlot High Fire Glaze is a warm, dark purple liquid ceramic pottery glaze with a soft float of lilac over the surface. Apply to Cone 04 bisque, then fire to Cone 5-6. The glaze looks stunning on smooth surfaces, over textured surfaces, and layered with other Potter's Choice glazes. 16 oz. (473 mL) jar. Layerable mid-high fire (Cone 5-6) AMACO Potter's Choice "PC" Glazes are a collection of potters' favorites made easy! Fired in oxidation, they are designed for artists desiring Cone 10 reduction effects without using a reduction gas kiln or firing at high temperatures. Suitable for all AMACO stoneware and porcelain clays. Great for layering with other AMACO Potter’s Choice Glazes, AMACO Celadon "C" Glazes, and AMACO Shino "SH" Glazes. Read labels carefully for best results, as some colors require special applications, such as uneven, thin, or multiple coats of glaze. Review: Muito bom - É muito bom Review: You are going to LOVE this glaze - This glaze breaks amazingly well over textured surfaces and creates flowing design patterns when layered with other glazes. It is beautiful on its own but plays really nice when layered with 2-3 other cone 6 glazes, especially Honey Flux and Oatmeal ## Features - Harmful if swallowed. - May cause cancer. - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. - AMACO Potter's Choice PC-57 Smokey Merlot High Fire Glaze (16 oz.) is a warm, dark purple liquid ceramic pottery glaze with a soft float of lilac over the surface. - Apply to Cone 04 bisque, then fire to Cone 5-6; the glaze looks stunning on smooth surfaces, over textured surfaces, and layered with other Potter's Choice glazes. - Layerable mid-high fire (Cone 5-6) AMACO Potter's Choice "PC" Glazes are a collection of potters' favorites made easy! - Suitable for all AMACO stoneware and porcelain clays. - Fired in oxidation, they are designed for artists desiring Cone 10 reduction effects without using a reduction gas kiln or firing at high temperatures.Great for layering with other AMACO Potter’s Choice Glazes, AMACO Celadon "C" Glazes, and AMACO Shino "SH" Glazes.Some colors require special applications, such as uneven, thin, or multiple coats of glaze. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00MMKXBLG | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | 1,114,516 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 146 in Glazes | | Brand | AMACO | | Brand Name | AMACO | | Colour | PC-57 ** Smokey Merlot | | Colour Code | #652D30 | | Container Type | Jar | | Coverage | 50 Square Feet | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 141 Reviews | | Dry Time In Hours | 24 | | Finish Type | Gloss | | Finish type | Gloss | | Full Cure Time | 1 Hours | | Included Components | Glazes | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor | | Is Waterproof | True | | Item Form | Liquid | | Item Type Name | Glazes - Ceramics | | Item Volume | 16 Fluid Ounces | | Item volume | 16 Fluid Ounces | | Manufacturer | AMACO | | Model Name | Amaco | | Model Number | 35466J | | Paint Type | Ceramic Glaze | | Part Number | 35466J | | Size | 473.18 ml (Pack of 1) | | Special Features | Cone 5-6, Layerable, Mid-High Fire | | Special feature | Cone 5-6, Layerable, Mid-High Fire | | Specific Uses For Product | smooth | | Surface Recommendation | Stone | | UPC | 039672354661 | | Unit Count | 473.1765 millilitre | | Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant | ## Product Details - **Brand:** AMACO - **Colour:** PC-57 ** Smokey Merlot - **Finish type:** Gloss - **Item volume:** 16 Fluid Ounces - **Paint type:** Ceramic Glaze - **Size:** 473.18 ml (Pack of 1) - **Special feature:** Cone 5-6, Layerable, Mid-High Fire - **Specific uses for product:** smooth - **Surface recommendation:** Stone - **Unit count:** 473.1765 millilitre ## Images ![Amaco Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes | Layerable Mid-High Fire Cone 5-6 (PC) Liquid Ceramic Pottery Glaze for Bisque, Pint, Dark Purple, #35466J - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/614FQwYaZvL.jpg) ![Amaco Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes | Layerable Mid-High Fire Cone 5-6 (PC) Liquid Ceramic Pottery Glaze for Bisque, Pint, Dark Purple, #35466J - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61JSNO+I1ZL.jpg) ![Amaco Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes | Layerable Mid-High Fire Cone 5-6 (PC) Liquid Ceramic Pottery Glaze for Bisque, Pint, Dark Purple, #35466J - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61AiySEsM2L.jpg) ![Amaco Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes | Layerable Mid-High Fire Cone 5-6 (PC) Liquid Ceramic Pottery Glaze for Bisque, Pint, Dark Purple, #35466J - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/616D2t8rk4L.jpg) ![Amaco Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes | Layerable Mid-High Fire Cone 5-6 (PC) Liquid Ceramic Pottery Glaze for Bisque, Pint, Dark Purple, #35466J - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/510HIKRasfL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: it's been 20± years since I worked with pottery/ceramics; tips or instructions for use? is it kiln fired?** A: It’s a beautiful color. Fire in kiln cone 5/6 ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Muito bom *by M***A on 6 June 2026* É muito bom ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You are going to LOVE this glaze *by F***I on 14 April 2025* This glaze breaks amazingly well over textured surfaces and creates flowing design patterns when layered with other glazes. It is beautiful on its own but plays really nice when layered with 2-3 other cone 6 glazes, especially Honey Flux and Oatmeal ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gorgeous color for textured surfaces *by A***R on 22 October 2024* This is a great glaze for textured surfaces, the more dramatic the difference in textures, the more the luster pops out. Not for flat surfaces at all. But for textured- excellent and dramatic colors ## Frequently Bought Together - AMACO Potters Choice Glaze, Pint, Smokey Merlot PC-57, Each - Amaco Celadon Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # C-1 - Obsidian - AMACO Potter's Choice Glaze, Pint, Oatmeal PC-31, Each --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/504216641-amaco-potters-choice-hi-fire-cone5-6-glaze-pint-pc](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/504216641-amaco-potters-choice-hi-fire-cone5-6-glaze-pint-pc) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-07-23*