The Best High-Fire Clays for Expert Sculptors and Beginner Potters

Easy to throw, hard to break. While earthenware clays like terra-cotta mature best in cooler temperatures, high-fire clays mature best in a hotter environment. High kiln temperatures allow the clay to fuse more completely so that the surface becomes hard and nonabsorbent. As a result, high-fire clay pieces are more durable and functional than pieces fired in mid- or low-temperature environments. High-fire clay includes both porcelain and stoneware clays, both of which are available at a range of