What is The Best Clay to Use for Pit Firing? — Spinning Pots

If you are wondering what pit-firing pottery is, then in simple words, it is the authentic method of baking clay. It is an atmospheric process done typically in a pit (a hole in the ground), where clay pots are burnt to derive various patterns and designs. However, while doing pit firing, one must always remember to use low-fire clay with grog to help the pottery piece withstand thermal shock.

You can also use high-temperature clays for the process, but then you need to bisque it initially before placing it in the pit firing set-up. Many potters prefer this technique to prevent damage like cracking and shattering of the pots. Besides, clays dug directly from the Earth tend to become more suitable and profitable after adding volcanic ash or grog to them. It also helps to resist severe temperature differences and serves as be good element for pit firing.

So, now in this article, we will discuss the top 4 clays that can be used in pit firing.

What are the Best Clays to Use for Pit Firing?

The following are some of the best clays to be used in the pit firing process. Let’s have a glance:

Earthenware clays preferably the low-fire ones tend to be more porous and cause low shrinkage, which makes them ideal for…