Electric Kilns

What Types Of Clay Do You Want To Use?

Different clays mature at different temperatures. As a general rule of thumb, most kilns either fire to a max temperature of 1200°C or 1300°C. Make sure the clay type you are using marry up with the temperatures in your kiln.

Please refer to our kiln firing chart for further information.

What Size Of Kiln Do You Need?

Primarily, the size of the kiln you choose should depend on the types of projects you intend to do, as well as the space you have available for the kiln itself. Firing a full kiln is important to achieve maximum efficiency, so consider not only the size of what you’re firing, but how long it will take you to fill the kiln.

Check out our kiln size finder tool here.

Electricity and Voltage Requirements

Ensure the kiln's electrical requirements match your home or studio setup. You will find the electrical requirements for each kiln in the specification section. You will need an electrician to upgrade your power supply if you choose a kiln over 13 amps / 240 volts.

Price

How much are you willing to pay for a new kiln? Naturally, the bigger the kiln, the more expensive it is. Don't forget to take into account the warranty length and the cost of firing your kiln.

Type of Kiln

Ultimately, there are two types of kilns - front loading and top loading, which both have their pro and cons.