When your kiln begins malfunctioning, it may be time for a service call. However, it is possible to troubleshoot and resolve some of the most common problems likely to affect your kiln. As much as you can address several kiln issues by routine maintenance, it…

You know that pottery and ceramic producers use kilns to heat their products and harden them through certain physical and chemical reactions. But you’ve also heard about kiln sitters and may wonder how they are used.  A kiln sitter is a control box that regulates…

Having your own pottery kiln gives you the freedom to work at home, at your own pace, whenever you want. For anyone who enjoys making Pottery as a hobby, it’s great. And for Potters that make a living selling their work, it is a necessity….

Perhaps you’ve experienced the difficulty of scraping glaze off a kiln shelf when you’re done firing your pieces. Potters can apply either store-bought or homemade kiln wash in order to preserve their shelves. If you’re new to ceramics, however, you may be wondering: What is…

Pottery Kilns have been used for hundreds of years to turn clay into firm objects. Modern technology has enabled the installation of pottery kilns in homes. However, these kilns operate at very high temperatures, so you should be careful when using them. Operating a Pottery…

Pottery kilns are amazing. These shiny containers can turn oxides, clay, and flux into beautiful, shiny objects under extreme heat. Once you become acquainted with how they work, you will realize that they are like big ovens made of elements, thermocouples, and relay switches. However,…