Before you buy a pottery kiln for your home studio, check the electrical requirements first. A kiln may fit perfectly in your garage or studio, yet still require a new circuit, different outlet, or electrical upgrade before you can safely fire. The three numbers to understand are voltage, amperage and circuit requirements. For smaller kilns, […]
Tag Archives: kiln ventilation
08
Sep
Sep
Pottery kiln ventilation is one of the most important things to plan before installing an electric kiln at home. A kiln can reach extremely high temperatures, and firing can release fumes and vapors from clay, glazes, kiln wash and other materials. Fortunately, good ventilation doesn’t have to make a home pottery studio complicated. The key […]
07
Sep
Sep
Running a pottery kiln at home? Learn how kiln ventilation works, when you need a vent system, and how to manage fumes safely in a home studio.