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HOME KILNS - ENJOY YOUR HOBBY IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME

Are you ready to purchase a home kiln? Imagine spending more time creating and firing your masterpieces right from the comfort of your own space. Whether you're a beginner eager to fall in love with pottery or an experienced potter who's never had a kiln at home, now is the perfect time to take the next step. Having a home kiln allows you to enjoy your hobby whenever you like, at your own pace.

Choosing the best home kiln can be challenging. With various types to consider, such as front-loading, top-loading, or test kilns, and numerous brands to choose from, it can quickly become overwhelming.

We understand that choosing the right kiln for your home is essential, especially when you have a passion for pottery. That's why we've reviewed each type of home kiln based on the five key must-haves: size, ease of use, portability, maximum temperature, and installation setup. Whether you need a test kiln for delicate pieces, a space-efficient top-loading kiln, or a powerful, easy-access front-loading kiln, we have the perfect option for you. Discover your ideal home kiln below.

Lady using her kiln at home

IMPORTANT KILN FOR HOME USE FEATURES

Kilncare Kilns Are Very Durable

Easy Installation

A kiln with a UK plug socket is preferable. Simply plug in & fire. No hardwiring.

Kilncare kilns are affordable

Portability

Ensure to purchase a kiln with wheels so you can easily move around if required.

All kilncare kilns offer 2 - 3 years warranty for peace of mind

Max Firing Temperature

Make sure the kilns maximum firing temperature suits your clay types.

Kilncare kilns are easy to use

Easy To Use

Plug in power, easy to lift chamber lids and pre-programmed controllers make kilns easy to use.

Kilns & Furnaces CU4 Test Kiln For Home

Test Kilns For Home

Best For Small Intricate Firings

Home test kilns are perfect for trying out new techniques or firing small, intricate pieces without needing a larger kiln. They're great for experimenting before scaling up to bigger projects.

At Pottery Wheel Co., we offer the highly recommended Kilns & Furnaces CU4 Bench Mounted Test Kiln, a trusted choice in the industry.

Pros
  • Fire to temperature very quickly
  • Much more affordable option
  • Super space efficient & portable
  • Perfect for potters who only want to fire one piece at a time
Cons
  • Only 11L of chamber space
  • Not suitable for multiple pieces
Kilns & Furnaces Phoenix 38 Small Kiln For Home

Small Kilns For Home

Best Overall Option For Home Firing

Small pottery kilns generally cater for the 5 important features for home use.

Portability, Ease Of Use, Simple Installation, Max Firing Temp and Size

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Pros
  • Majority are equipped with a plug in & fire feature
  • Space efficient, with plenty of chamber space
  • Controllers come included or optional add on
Cons
  • Variety of max firing temperatures
Small Front Loading Kiln for Home

Front Loading Kilns For Home

Largest And The Most Durable Kilns For Home Use

Front loading kilns for home use are suitable for the more advanced potter who like to fire big batches, very regularly.

Dependent on the size, more space is required to fit in front loading kilns and would be suitable for a large dedicated pottery studio at home.

Pros
  • Highly durable
  • Larger chamber spaces
  • Less maintenance required
  • Easy Access
Cons
  • Required to be hard wired into electrical supply
  • Not portable
  • More expensive
  • Space heavy

Home Kilns - Our Comparison Guide To The Best Home Kilns

Ikon V46 Kiln w/white background

Kilncare Ikon V46 Kiln

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Ikon v61 GXR Kiln w/ white background

Kilncare Ikon V61 GXR Kiln

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Phoenix 38 Kiln w/white background

Kilns & Furnaces Phoenix 38 Kiln

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Kilns & Furnaces Ecokiln w/white background

Kilns & Furnaces Ecokiln

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Fire Pit w/ white background

Kilncare Ikon V61E Kiln

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Price £2,989.99 £3,399.99 £2,266 (excl. controller) £2,649 (excl. controller) £3,259.99
Max Temp 1315°c 1300°c 1260°c 1320°c 1200°c
Wheels Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Star Rating
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Plug In Socket Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
External Size 72.5cm (Width) x 75cm (Depth) x 77.5cm (Height) 72.5cm (Width) x 87cm (Depth) x 92cm (Height) 49cm (wide) x 59cm (deep) x 67.5cm (High) 65cm (Width) x 88cm (Depth) x 77cm (Height) 72.5cm (Width) x 87cm (Depth) x 89cm (Height)
Capacity 46L 61L 38L 46L 61L