Have you ever wondered how a pottery kiln actually fires pottery?
How does a kiln know how much to heat when, and for how long?
Well in this episode we discuss what a pottery kiln firing schedule is and the key terms used to describe the different stages of kiln heating and cooling.
We also go through an example of what a kiln firing schedule looks like for a bisque and stoneware glaze firing.
Resources for Potters:
Download the Free How to programme an electric kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule
Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook
Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters
Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks
Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1
Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses
Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1