3D Clay Printer: Is It Worth Buying in 2026? A 3D clay printer sounds like something from an industrial design lab, but ceramic 3D printing has become a real option for pottery studios, universities, designers, and artists. Instead of throwing or hand building a form, you create a digital model and let the printer deposit […]
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Pottery Wedging Table: How to Choose the Right One A pottery wedging table looks simple, but it can make a surprisingly big difference in your studio. You need a surface that stays firmly in place while you work. You also need enough room to handle your clay comfortably without constantly fighting the table. Most importantly, […]
A kiln sitter can still be a useful control system on an older pottery kiln. However, proper kiln sitter adjustment matters if you want the mechanism to shut the kiln off at the correct point in the firing. Recent pottery discussions show that kiln sitters remain common on used kilns. One potter recently asked about […]
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A good pottery kiln setup starts before the kiln arrives. Learn how to plan the location, electrical service, ventilation, flooring, and workspace.
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A used pottery kiln can save hundreds or even thousands of dollars, but only if you know what to inspect. Here is what to check before you buy.
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A kiln thermocouple plays a critical role in accurate firing. Learn what it does, how it wears out, and when replacement makes sense.
Learning how to load a pottery kiln correctly can make a major difference in your firing results. A well-packed kiln uses space efficiently while still giving your pottery enough room to fire safely. On the other hand, careless loading can lead to broken pieces, glaze accidents, uneven firing, and damaged shelves. The good news is […]
Your kiln controller can tell you the temperature. Witness cones tell you what the pottery actually experienced. That difference matters. If you are getting inconsistent glaze results, wondering whether your kiln really reached Cone 6, or testing a new firing schedule, learning how to read witness cones can give you information that a digital controller […]
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Loading a pottery kiln looks simple until you lose a piece because something was packed too tightly, placed too close to the wall, or stacked without enough room for heat to move. The good news is that proper kiln loading does not require complicated equipment or years of experience. Instead, a few consistent habits can […]