Kiln Maintenance 2
18 June 2022 After levelling the floor the insulation brick layer is laid over aluminium foil as an added membrane to prevent air getting up into the floor of the…
Kiln Maintenance
6 June 2022 The work horse is getting a little tired After 44 firings to cone 11 and soda sprayed in each time my kiln is needing some major maintenance.…
First of the year
There's nothing like making pots in a hot tin shed in summer. Instant drying makes timing all those crucial steps, like slipping or applying a handle all a bit of…
Last firing for 2020
Although it is only early November, this will be the last wood firing for the year as I’m going to be busy on a kiln project for the next 6…
Spring Firing
This firing has been the most affected this year from the COVID 19 lockdowns and alert levels. Mainly as I’m not allowed access to my usually wood source until we…
First Firing for 2020
I’ve been waiting for the weather to change, for the endless dry to give in and let come rain through. But at the same time I needed pots fired, so…