--- product_id: 504216641 title: "Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes" brand: "amaco" price: "$104.59" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Amaco" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/504216641-potters-choice-hi-fire-cone5-6-glaze-pint-pc-57 store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Layerable with other glazes Water Resistant Gloss Finish Cone 5-6 Mid-High Fire Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes **Brand:** amaco **Price:** $104.59 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔥 Elevate your ceramics with Smokey Merlot’s luxe mid-fire magic! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes by amaco - **How much does it cost?** $104.59 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/504216641-potters-choice-hi-fire-cone5-6-glaze-pint-pc-57) ## 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 - • **Eco-Conscious Crafting:** Designed for oxidation firing, delivering reduction kiln effects without the environmental footprint or complexity. - • **Seamless Layering Power:** Mix, match, and layer effortlessly with AMACO’s full range of Potter’s Choice, Celadon, and Shino glazes for unique, custom finishes. - • **Rich Smokey Merlot Elegance:** Deep, warm purple with a delicate lilac float that elevates both smooth and textured surfaces with a glossy, water-resistant finish. - • **Versatile Clay Compatibility:** Optimized for all AMACO stoneware and porcelain clays, ensuring flawless application and firing every time. - • **Master the Mid-High Fire Zone:** Achieve stunning Cone 5-6 results without a reduction kiln—perfect for professional ceramicists pushing creative boundaries. ## Overview AMACO Potter's Choice PC-57 Smokey Merlot is a 16 oz. high-fire ceramic glaze designed for Cone 5-6 oxidation firing. It delivers a rich, dark purple finish with a soft lilac overlay, perfect for layering on stoneware and porcelain clays. This water-resistant, glossy glaze offers reduction kiln effects without the need for high-temperature or gas kilns, making it ideal for professional artists seeking versatile, eco-friendly ceramic finishes. ## 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: I love it - It is easy to use, I love the color but it doesn’t look at all like the color advertised. ## 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 | 3,074,501 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 350 in Glazes | | Brand | AMACO | | Brand Name | AMACO | | Colour | PC-57 ** Smokey Merlot | | Colour Code | #652D30 | | Container Type | Tin | | Coverage | 14-21 square feet/coat | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 63 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 ![Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/614FQwYaZvL.jpg) ![Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61JSNO+I1ZL.jpg) ![Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61AiySEsM2L.jpg) ![Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/616D2t8rk4L.jpg) ![Potters Choice Hi Fire (Cone5-6) Glaze - Pint # PC-57 -Smokey Merlot by Potters Choice Hi Fire Glazes - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/510HIKRasfL.jpg) ## 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 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ I love it *by M***E on 19 May 2024* It is easy to use, I love the color but it doesn’t look at all like the color advertised. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ love this color! *by M***A on 10 January 2020* slowly building up my arsenal of amaco glazes. so far i have bought about 20 different colors/finishes of the 16 ounce and have been very pleased with all of them. best price i've found for them, and i always receive my order right on time, as promised! ## 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.us/products/504216641-potters-choice-hi-fire-cone5-6-glaze-pint-pc-57](https://www.desertcart.us/products/504216641-potters-choice-hi-fire-cone5-6-glaze-pint-pc-57) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-06-22*