abstract |
The present invention provides a method for decorating a ceramic article. The method includes providing an ink composition comprising a metallic soap and being a viscous oil or waxy solid at about 25 ° C., and reducing the viscosity of the ink composition to less than about 40 centipoise by heating. And a step of attaching microdroplets of the heated ink composition to the ceramic article, and a step of firing the ceramic article in an oxidizing atmosphere. In a most preferred embodiment of the present invention, the ink composition is substantially free of solvent. |