What is a Kiln Firing Schedule

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Episode 36: What is a Kiln Firing Schedule?

Have you ever wondered how a pottery kiln actually fires pottery? How does a kiln know how much to heat when, and for how long?

Well, in this episode we discuss what a pottery kiln firing schedule is and the key terms used to describe the different stages of kiln heating and cooling. We also go through an example of what a kiln firing schedule looks like for a bisque and stoneware glaze firing.

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