Effect of SiO2/Al2O3 ratio on the whiteness of ceramic tile engobes with low zircon content
S. Ö. Varışli,
F. Taşkıran,
B. Öztürk
et al.
Abstract:Micronized zircon (ZrSiO 4 ) is used as an opacifier in the production of engobes, opaque glazes, and floor tile bodies. Elevated price levels incentivize researchers to develop alternative engobe formulations with reduced zircon ratios. In this study, new engobes with low zircon content were developed with varying SiO 2 -Al 2 O 3 mixtures. The effect of the SiO 2 /Al 2 O 3 ratio on the performance and opacity of the wall and floor tile engobes was investigated. It has been observed that the amount of zircon i… Show more
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