Glaze Leaching Test - GLLE
NotesAll glass leaches to some extent when it comes into contact with water (or acids and bases), especially if the contact occurs over a period of time or the liquid is hot. This is evident by a change in the gloss and/or texture of the glass surface over time. Glazes can pass a test of acid attack (e.g. lemon juice) yet fail the attack of bases (e.g. detergents). These simple tests can be done by anyone. After each dry the specimens and compare the non-leached and leached surfaces.
Vinegar Test: Fill a glazed container half full of vinegar and leave it for several days.
Dishwasher Test: Take two identical items and put one in your cupboard and leave one in the dishwasher for two months.
Soda Ash Test: Mix 50 grams of soda ash to one liter of water, bring to a boil in a stainless steel pan, simmer glazed specimens for 6 hrs checking every half hour to add more water.
Lemon Slice Test: Lemon juice is more acidic than water (actually it is even more acidic than vinegar). Place a lemon slice against a glazed surface and leave it in contact for several days. Make sure that it is in close contact with the surface and stays wet (put plastic wrap over it to keep it from drying out and a weight on top if needed). Look for differences in surface color, texture or character.
Variables
VNGR - Vinegar (V)
Note any differences surface color, texture or character.
DWSH - Dishwasher (V)
Note any differences surface color, texture or character.
SODA - Soda Ash (V)
Note any differences surface color, texture or character.
LEMO - Lemon Slice (V)
Note any differences surface color, texture or character.
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