In 2025, a meeting with a kiln manufacturer gave us an idea: We could make ceramic firing faster and easier than ever before. This is the story of TAP II Pro’s exclusive Cone Fire Mode. Preset firing schedules aren’t anything new. In fact, other temperature controller manufacturers rely on preset schedules to compensate for the […]
While there are some definite pros to using low-fire and mid-fire clays – like more workability, lower max kiln temperature requirements, and prolonging kiln element life – sometimes you need the unique qualities of high-fire clay. Firing porcelain to Cone 10 temperatures or higher leads to hard, waterproof wares that are durable, functional, resistant to […]
Before starting a new pottery project, artists face an important question: What type of clay should I use? Choosing between low-fire vs high-fire clay, or mid-fire stoneware, is an important decision that depends on a variety of factors. Differences Between Low-Fire vs High-Fire Clay For clay firing, it’s important to understand the difference between low-fire […]