Guides — MARKITON Tutorials & Instructions
What You’ll Find in the Guides Section
The Guides section in the MARKITON Knowledge Center is designed for workshops, studios, and production facilities working with photoceramics, ceramic decals, and glass printing (Photoglass). Here you’ll find practical, production-focused materials that help you master the process and achieve repeatable results—from your first test print to consistent batch production.
Each guide follows a clear “from task to result” approach: what to prepare, which materials to choose, which settings to use, and what to control to minimize rejects.
MARKITON Technology Guides
This section includes step-by-step instructions and expert articles covering key applications:
Photoceramics for headstones
portraits, porcelain ovals, memorial plaques, long-term outdoor durability and UV resistance.
Souvenir and interior ceramics
printing on tiles, mugs, plates, and decorative panels.
Glass printing / Photoglass
images on glass, mirrors, and panels with kiln firing.
Choosing the right decal technology
EDP (Express Decal Paper), LamDeco (laminated decal system), and the classic Cover Coat (decal lacquer) workflow.
Artwork preparation & printing
printer settings, toner density, quality modes, and file preparation recommendations.
Recommended Materials & System Compatibility
Stable ceramic and glass printing starts with the correct, proven material “chain.” MARKITON Guides explain compatibility across the full workflow:
Ceramic toners
MARKITON LX, FX
Glass toner
MARKITON GX
Decal papers
EDP-N / EDP-F / EDP-G, classic Decapr decal paper, laminated LamDeco N / LamDeco F
Decal lacquers and sprays
MKV-N / MKV-F / MKV-G, aerosol MKS-N / MKS-F / MKS-G
Important: the correct combination of toner, paper, and coating directly affects adhesion, gloss, clean transfer, and the final fired result.
Firing: Temperature Schedules & Stable Results
Firing is the critical step where the image fuses into the glaze or glass surface. Our guides cover:
temperature ranges by substrate
- ceramic/porcelain: 830–890 °C
- glass: 530–630 °C
Color Management & Profiles: How to Achieve Accurate Color
In ceramic and glass printing, color is created not only during printing but also during firing. That’s why Guides include materials on:
- working correctly in CMYK
- using ICC profiles for ceramic and glass workflows
- test charts and repeatability control
- printer setup and fine corrections of saturation/contrast for specific jobs (portraits, logos, graphics)
Common Defects and How to Prevent Them
To reduce rejects, our Guides analyze typical defects and their root causes:
faded prints and loss of contrast
dots, specks, and contamination
bubbles and delamination after firing
cracks and crazing (crackle)
“toner won’t bond” on tile or glass
decal shifting, wrinkling, and stretching
Each issue includes practical fixes—from checking developer condition and print mode to adjusting firing schedules and drying time.
Need Help? MARKITON Technical Support
If you are starting production or want more stable, repeatable results, MARKITON specialists can help you:
select the right workflow for your application (memorial / souvenirs / glass)
choose compatible materials and decal paper
configure the printer and color profiles
recommend firing schedules for your kiln
solve non-standard production problems
MARKITON Guides is a knowledge base that helps you print with confidence—consistently, professionally, and at production level.