OG 801 Liquid Bright Gold 2 Gram Bottle - Real Gold Luster

In this review the OG 801 Liquid Bright Gold 2 Gram Bottle is evaluated for potters and ceramic decorators who want a true gold luster finish. The bottom line: this is a purpose-built product for adding a real gold deposit to fired shiny glazes, and the single biggest reason to buy it is its authentic 7% gold content that leaves a genuine metallic finish when fired correctly. The review covers application advice, firing window, and practical limits so ceramicists can decide whether it fits their studio workflow.

Key Features

• Real gold content: Contains 7% gold in an oil medium so a genuine gold deposit remains after the oil burns off.
• Small, precise quantity: The 2 gram bottle is sized for detail work and touch ups without excess waste for occasional use.
• Designed for overglazed use: Apply on a fired shiny glaze so the gold has a tacky surface to adhere to during the final firing.
• Clear firing guidance: Fire metallics to witness cone 019-018 and specifically to cone 018-019 for the best cling and finish.
• Now sold by Mayco: Available from an established glaze brand, which helps with sourcing and consistency.

Who It's For

The OG 801 Bright Gold is ideal for studio potters, hobbyists, and ceramic decorators who already fire to low cone ranges and who need a true gold luster for accents, rims, and small details. It suits users who can stilt pieces when overglazing and who understand the importance of precise firing to avoid loss or cracking of the gold layer.

It is not aimed at beginners who lack kiln control or at projects that will be handled roughly without protection, since underfired pieces can rub off and overfired pieces may crack the gold into islands. Those wanting a wash-and-forget metallic effect without a second firing should consider alternative decorative materials.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Authentic metallic result because the product contains real 7% gold, giving a true luster rather than a paint imitation.
• Small 2 gram bottle reduces waste and works well for fine detail or occasional use in a studio.
• Clear firing window and application advice help experienced users reproduce reliable results.
• Designed for overglaze application so it adheres to a pre-fired shiny glaze when fired correctly.

Cons

• Requires careful firing control to cone 018-019 and stilting for best results, so it is less forgiving than underglaze decoration.
• Because it is a concentrated gold luster, it is not suitable for large areas without increased cost.

Specifications

Product name	OG 801 Liquid Bright Gold 2 Grams
Brand	Mayco
Gold content	7% gold
Form	Gold dissolved in oil (liquid luster)
Application	Apply on a fired shiny glaze (overglaze)
Firing range	Fire metallics to witness cone 019-018; must be fired to cone 018-019
Bottle size	2 grams

Our Verdict

The OG 801 Bright Gold 2 gram bottle is a specialist product that delivers authentic gold luster when used by potters who can control firing and stilt overglazed pieces. It is good value for detail work and accents because of its genuine 7% gold deposit, but it demands careful firing and is best for experienced hobbyists and studio ceramists rather than casual beginners.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this be applied to greenware or bisque?
The product is intended for application on a fired shiny glaze as an overglaze; applying to greenware or bisque will not produce the intended metallic adhension.

What firing temperature is required?
Fire metallics to witness cone 019-018 and the product must be fired to cone 018-019 for the gold to stick properly and leave a true deposit.

Will the gold rub off after firing?
If underfired the gold can rub off; correct firing to the specified cones and applying to a tacky shiny glaze reduces the risk of rubbing.