I do understand your view on the Esthetic Empress versus the e.max LT's. I like both systems. I think each has it's advantages. With your e.max glaze, we can get that fixed! First, be sure your using the e.max glazing paste and not the universal (yes, universal works but not as good as the e.max) Next, check your high temps. I have found that even slightly underfired glaze will not fully sinter and give you the high gloss. It is not out of the ordinary to have to raise your high temps 15, 20, 25 degrees celecius above the recommended temps in the manual. Also, be sure to do your prepolishing before you glaze. If you do not prepolish, the layered portion glazes nicely while the ingot portion in lithium discilicate will absorb the glaze more and look underglazed. The prepolish will smooth everything off really nice and prevent the glaze from settling into the ingot portion. Glaze application, I have found is also important. You can't wisk it on really light, you need to load up your brush and apply evenly. Be certain to MIX THE GLAZE up really well when it comes out of the syringe, until it gets nice and creamy. Depending on where you are in the syringe, you may get more liquid or solids which can effect the glaze layer. I hope these ideas can help some.
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