How Do You Fire Pottery In A Kiln?
You’ve put in some hard work, dealt with some trial and error, and now your pottery masterpieces are ready for the next phase. The pottery-making process usually requires two different stages of kiln firing: bisque and glaze. Allow the pieces to dry completely after construction. Any trimming and moderation should be performed when the clay is in the leather hard stage. Afterward, it should be placed on an open surface and left alone for at least two days. The actual length of time will vary according to the size of the piece and the thickness of the clay. Section your fully dried pieces together by height for bisque firing (which will take place in an electric kiln). Place the initial support posts inside the kiln. They should be a fraction higher than the tallest piece of pottery in the first layer. Place your initial pottery pieces in the electric kiln, around the supports. After the first layer of pots are in place, shelves are put on top of the supports for the next layer of potte
