What’s grog and what is it used for?
Chamotte is a granular or powdery material made from fired clay or stone.
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How to prevent your clay from cracking
You’ve worked hard, and finally it’s done: your brand-new clay creation. And what a masterpiece it is. But when the clay starts to dry out, the unthinkable happens … a crack appears!
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Why does clay crack?
Clay is a fantastic material. Durable, strong, and very versatile. You can really do anything with it.
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How do you safely transport your pots, without breaking them?
How do you safely transport your pots? Discover some tips here.
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Three surprising tools for your pottery studio
Visiting a pottery shop is always a treat, but not all materials require that shopping trip.
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The shrinkage of clay
Clay contains a lot of water. When that water evaporates during drying, and during firing, the clay particles move closer together, and your piece shrinks.
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What is the difference between oxides and pigments?
Those who want more color in their ceramics have a lot of options. Two of these are oxides and pigments. The two terms are sometimes used interchangeably, but they are distinct. High time to list those differences.
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