The Anatomy of a Kiln, Glossary of Key Kiln & Electrical Terms, Kiln and Oven Uses
Understanding Volts, Plugs & Outlets, Gas vs. Electric Kilns, Controllers, Cost/Energy Use, Specialty Features, Kiln Construction, All Your Choices
OVER 80 PAGES! Delivery & Setup, Safety & Maintenance, Loading, Using Cones & Peepholes, Information about Shelves, Understanding temperature Ranges, Common Problems and their fixes, Spotting Signs of Trouble
Creating a Home Studio, Bisque/Glaze Firing, Temperature Ranges, Reduction Firing, and lot's more!
Understanding Metal Processes, Knife Making, Heat Treating Steel and Aluminum
Understanding Glass Processes, Materials, Steps on How to Fuse Glass
Manufacturers, Controllers, Repair Directory
OVER 70 PAGES! Kiln Power Issues, Heating Issues, Error Codes, Thermocouple Issues, Element Issues, Brick Repair, Relay Issues, Controller Issues, and more!!
"I know exactly what it’s like to stand in front of a kiln, confused, facing a jumble of wires, with a mountain of kiln questions. What started as a personal hunt for the perfect kiln quickly became a full-fledged mission: to help fellow makers find the right tools, avoid expensive mistakes, and fire with confidence."
— Gail Stouffer, Author
The Ultimate Guide to Kilns and Ovens is the perfect companion reference for all kiln ownership levels!
The guide is comprehensive and easy to understand for beginners who need to get beyond the basics as they build their knowledge and make those early purchasing and operating decisions.
Intermediate and experienced kiln owners and operators will be excited by the hundreds of pages of in-depth information that gets to the heart of issues that occur through long-term kiln and oven ownership.
YES! All of the concepts and terms in the book apply to all kiln brands. Since all kilns require a heat source (elements), as well as a controller, a temperature measurement device (thermocouple), and the internal parts and wiring (transformers, relays, switches, fuses) to regulate electrical current throughout a firing, the content in the book covers the entire universal knowledge base that every kiln owner needs to know regardless of brand.
Digital downloads and printable worksheets are available immediately after payment. You will be emailed links to your downloads and will have access to them forever!
Hard copy book orders will ship 3-5 days from your order date. Once your order has shipped, you will receive an email with tracking information. Delivery times vary depending on your location.
The guide can be purchased two ways.
1) Our Digital Masterclass is for readers who prefer having the guide available on their phone, tablet, and desktop. This version allows for easy searches that take you directly to the information you need when you need it. The digital version is your pocket go-to reference for trouble shooting, diagnostics, and learning topic-by-topic.
2) The Complete Tool Kit is for kiln owners who want all the benefits of digital, and prefer owning a hard copy version of the book as well. The 316-page hard copy book is full color and easy-to-read, with gorgeous photos, helpful charts, loads of checklists, and more!!
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Written by industry insider, Gail Stouffer, this guide distills 20 years of real-world kiln experience across studios, classrooms, and even the kiln manufacturing floor.
This guide brings all of that knowledge together so you can avoid costly mistakes, understand how kilns truly work, and fire successfully from day one.