Surface Coat in Black Top is a silky black gloss glaze and the ideal surface for design. Apply 3 heavy coats of Surface Coats to the entire bisque piece and use Fun Strokes to add your design. These colors do not need any clear glaze, and once fired they have an amazing shine. In three easy steps, you can have a magnificent masterpiece. Surface Coat...Fun Stroke...and Fire! Also, works great under Pottery Glazes because neither needs clear glaze. Once dry, fire to witness cone 06. Non-toxic, dinnerware safe.