When it comes to pottery, low-fire clay (also known as earthenware) is a popular choice. After all, low-fire clay is easy to work with and can be fired in most kilns. However, before getting started, it’s important to understand the firing temperature requirements of low-fire clay. Today, we’ll be sharing a Cone 06 firing schedule […]
When it comes to firing ceramics, different types of clays and glazes are rated for different temperatures. A kiln firing chart, also known as a cone firing chart, is a useful tool for understanding the effects of temperature on different types of clays and glazes, as well as determining what firing schedule setpoints should be […]
We receive a lot of art submissions from artists who use TAP to power their craft. But some submissions stand out. Art doesn’t always have to stand for a cause – or to raise societal awareness or touch the lives of others. But it’s really cool when it does. These two artists use their artwork […]
When it comes to mid-fire clay, Cone 6 is an extremely popular option. In fact, many ceramic kilns only fire up to Cone 6 temps as their maximum temperature. Why is this? Cone 6 pottery has many of the benefits of higher fire clays with significantly lower electrical power requirements and firing costs – making […]
What temperature is pottery fired at? Firing schedules for bisque depend on what type of clay you’re firing. Different types of clay require different setpoints, or specific temperatures they need to reach during a bisque firing schedule. Today, we’ll be sharing firing schedules for bisque for a variety of different types of clay. But before […]
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 […]
When it comes to kiln firing an at home kiln, a little bit of preparation (as well as having the right equipment!) can have a big impact on the outcome of your project. In this blog, we’ll be walking you through all the steps of kiln firing – from prepping your kiln to safely removing […]
Pottery firing is the process of heating clay to transform raw clay into ceramic. Potters and ceramicists use pottery kiln temperature controllers to control the temperature of their kiln throughout the firing process. These devices ensure that your pottery comes out hard, durable, and error free. Before getting into the nitty gritty of how to operate […]