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Match a kiln to what you fire, the power you have and the room you need.

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How to choose a kiln

Four questions narrow the choice to a handful of kilns. The finder above asks the same four.

  1. What will you fire? Most pottery is fired to cone 06–04 (low fire), cone 5–6 (mid-range) or cone 10 (high fire). Glass fusing, metal clay, knife steel and raku each have kilns built for them.
  2. How hot? Choose a kiln rated a cone or two above your usual firing. Many potters who fire to cone 6 buy a cone 10 kiln, because it still reaches cone 6 easily as its elements wear.
  3. What power do you have? A 120 V kiln plugs into a household outlet, but every 120 V pottery kiln we carry is a small test kiln under 1.5 cubic feet. Larger kilns need a dedicated 240 V or 208 V circuit. Homes almost always have 240 V. Schools and commercial buildings often have 208 V, sometimes three-phase. Confirm yours with your electrician or power company before you order.
  4. How big? Size the kiln for your largest piece and how often you fire, since you’ll often fire it partly full. Top-loading kilns are the most common. Front-loading kilns save bending but cost more.

Most kilns ship by freight to the curb. When you order, we’ll ask you to complete our equipment ordering checklist to confirm delivery and power. Not sure? Contact us and we’ll help you choose.

Common questions

Can I run a kiln on a regular outlet?

Yes, a small one. Our 120 V kilns plug into a household outlet and suit test tiles, jewelry and small pieces. Check each listing for the circuit it needs, and don’t share that circuit with other appliances.

What kiln do I need for cone 6?

Any kiln rated cone 6 or higher. A cone 8 or cone 10 kiln gives you headroom as its elements age. In the finder, set Hottest firing to “Mid-range · cone 6”.

Do I need a vent?

For a kiln indoors, we recommend one. A downdraft vent draws fumes out of the kiln and outdoors while it fires. Our ready-to-fire packages include a vent, shelves and posts, or browse our kiln vents.

Is a 208 V kiln the same as a 240 V kiln?

No. Many models come in both versions. A 240 V kiln on 208 V power gets about a quarter less heat, so it fires slowly and may not reach full temperature. Order the voltage your building has.