How can I get the best firing out of my new kiln?

For Flux Sake

New kilns bring lots of excitement to the studio, but also a few questions. Should I calibrate my thermocouple? And, Do I need to adjust my firing rate to my new elements? This episode the gang talk about new kilns, ASTM standards for ware, and the difference between K23 and K26 soft bricks. They also start the show discussing testing methods for glaze durability. Do you have questions or need advice on glazes? Drop us a line at ForFluxSakePodcast@gmail.com and you could be featured on an upcoming show.

This week's episode features the following topics:

Thermocouple, New Kiln, commercial kiln, K26, K23, bricks

Today's episode is brought to you by Cornell Studio Supply and the Rosenfield Collection of Ceramic Art.

2025-01-29 33 min

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