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1-4 Kiln Prop Connector
1/4' Prop Connector
Tubes of refractory material 1.75” (38mm) diameter, which can be added by the addtion of Interlocking Extension Props to increase the height as required.
Inter-connectors are extension props with two “male” sides for safely joining two heavy duty tubular props in a stack.
£2.16 inc VAT
Castellated Props
Castellated Prop
Turreted props 1.75” in diameter, which interlock to form a very stable propping system to increase the height. Can also be used with tubular props with care.
from £1.98 inc VAT
Heavy Duty Prop Base & Collar
Can be used at the top and base of columns of tubular props at the junction with kiln shelves to spread the load. Especially useful with heavy loads.
Collar is 75mm diameter and will raise your prop by approximately 11mm. These cordierite collars fit any of our shelf props that have a 45mm diameter.
Maximum firing temperature: 1300°C
£8.04 inc VAT
Heavy Duty Tubular Props
Heavy Duty Tubular Props
Used to support kiln shelves, three props are normally used to support each shelf to give stable support, though larger square or rectangular shelves may be suited to four props.
Diameter: 4.5cm
from £1.80 inc VAT
Kiln Prop Extensions
Kiln Prop Extensions
Can be used individually or together to form stable columns or in conjunction with the heavy duty tubular props to increase the height. Prop extensions have one 'male' and one 'femail' sides for safely joining two tubular props in a stack.
To fit props with a cylinder diameter of 45mm and wall thickness of 8mm.
Max. firing temperature: 1300°C
from £2.40 inc VAT
Light Duty Tubular Props
Light Duty Tubular Props
Used to support kiln shelves, three props are normally used to support each shelf to give stable support, though larger square or rectangular shelves may be suited to four props.
Diameter: 2.5cm
from £1.32 inc VAT
Circular Kiln Shelves - Cordierite
Kiln shelves made from high-quality cordierite.
Maximum firing temperature: 1300°C
For kilns. The lifespan of a kiln shelf depends mainly on the distance between the top edge of the item to be fired and the underside of the kiln shelf above. Generally there should be a distance of at least 25mm.
* Please note all new batts should be separated and dried slowing over several hours. Do not...
from £9.60 inc VAT
Circular Kiln Shelves - Silicon Carbide
Nitride Silicon bonded SiC Shelves
1.Thickness 7mm, lighter, easy to handle and lift in and out of the kiln with less stress to your hands and back.
2.Thin thickness but higher strength, allow for significantly more stacking space when compared to conventional 1.6cm and 2.5cm thick cordierite kiln shelves.
3.Quicker heating up,save energy by 30%, reduce the production cost
4.Longer...
from £40.00 inc VAT
Rectangular Kiln Shelves - Cordierite
Made from cordierite, these shelves can withstand temperatures up to 1300 degrees C.
For kilns. The lifespan of a kiln shelf depends mainly on the distance between the top edge of the item to be fired and the underside of the kiln shelf above. Generally there should be a distance of at least 25mm.
* Please note all new batts should be separted and dried slowing over several hours. Do not exceed...
from £24.00 inc VAT
Semi Circular Kiln Shelves - Cordierite
Kiln shelves made from high-quality cordierite.
Maximum firing temperature: 1300°C
The lifespan of a kiln shelf depends mainly on the distance between the top edge of the item to be fired and the underside of the kiln shelf above. Generally there should be a distance of at least 25mm.
* Please note all new batts should be separated and dried slowing over several hours. Do not exceed 1100...
from £7.34 inc VAT
Square Kiln Shelves - Cordierite
Made from cordierite, these shelves can withstand temperatures up to 1300 degrees C.
* Please note all new batts should be separted and dried slowing over several hours. Do not exceed 110 degrees C until completely dry. Rapid heating of wet kiln furniture may result in cracking or sudden fragmentation.
from £18.00 inc VAT
Orton Mini Pyrometric Cones
Small Cones are commonly used in the Kiln-Sitter. The tapered shape allows some flexibility to adjust shut-off by placing the thinner or thicker portion of the cone under the sensing rod.
Small Cones can also be used on the kiln shelf as miniature witness cones when space is limited.
Download here the chart
from £0.10 inc VAT
Orton Standard Pyrometric Cones
Pyrometric cones are slender pyramids made from about 100 carefully controlled compositions. Each cone number is unique in measuring temperature within a small temperature range (less than 30°C). Cones measure the amount of heat absorbed. As the cone nears its maturing range, it softens and the tip begins to bend, drawn down by the influence of gravity.
Standard cone heating rate °C per...
from £4.04 inc VAT
Bar Firing Stilt with 7 Points
3" Bar Firing Stilt with 7 Points
Metal Pointed Stilts perform the same function as disposable stilts but they have sharper metal points which leave smaller marks in the fired glaze. Metal Pointed Stilts can be used many times over.
£4.50 inc VAT
Bead Firing Rack
SMALL BFR1: 100mmL X 90mmH X 60mmW
MEDIUM BFR2: 100mmL X 100mmH X 80mmW
LARGE BFR3: 160mmL X 110mmH X 60mmW
EXTRA LARGE BFR4: 160mmL X 135mmH X 80mmW
They can be fired up to 1260 degC but the bars weaken the higher you fire them so be careful not to overload them. Spread beads evenly along the bar especially the thinner 2mm ones.
The rack will produce black residue upon the first firing,...
from £13.00 inc VAT
Carborundum Abrasive Stick
Count on Carborundum Stones for better abrasive, grinding, shaping, smoothing, deburring, edging, filing, sharpening and finishing needs.
Small Square: 10 x 10 x 100mm
Small Triangle: 14 x 14 x 14 x 100mm
Large Square: 150 X 50 X 25mm
Carborundum is one of the most appreciated stone abrasives in industry. We offer a comprehensive range featuring various shapes for both performance and value...
from £8.68 inc VAT
Ceramic Stilts
Moulded stilts are a popular method of supporting glaze ceramic ware clear of the kiln shelf. Each stilt has three arms, each terminating in an upward and downward point, thus providing minimum contact area.
These Double Pointed stilts are ideal for increasing air flow during your firings, to ensure that all parts of your pot are evenly heated.
These stilts are high alumina stilts, and can be...
from £0.49 inc VAT
Electroflex Abrasive Diamond Hand Sanding Pad
This is a flexible, diamond impregnated mesh which is highly useful in the sanding process. This is mounted onto a dense, coral sponge with grooves for a sturdy, ergonomic grip. It can be used for removing any excess glaze on the edges of glazed pieces, and also for stoning back or grinding down fired glaze surfaces to produce a matte finish. With the attached sponge, the pressure exerted will be more...
from £25.00 inc VAT
Firing Rod 4mm Thick
4mm diameter.
For temperatures upto 1250 °C (depending on load!)
Used to support beads, rings and other small articles during kiln firing. The Bars are designed with a special, high temperature alloy that retains strength in the extreme heat required for ceramic firing.
The rods may bend and will blacken in the kiln but this is completely normal. Please note the rods get weaker the higher...
from £1.50 inc VAT
Firing Rod 5mm Thick
5mm diameter.
For temperatures upto 1250 °C (depending on load!)
Used to support beads, rings and other small articles during kiln firing. The Bars are designed with a special, high temperature alloy that retains strength in the extreme heat required for ceramic firing.
The rods may bend and will blacken in the kiln but this is completely normal. Please note the rods get weaker the higher...
from £1.92 inc VAT
Galvanized Metal Smoke Mini Bin
Metal mini bin, used for smoke firing. Simply load with combustibles and plunge in your hot raku fired pots and let them smoulder.
28cm Diameter
35cm Heigh
Comes with a free bag of wood chippings, while stocks last!
£18.99 inc VAT
Green Welders Goggles Ref.GOGG
Panoramic lens with anatomically designed soft frames provide the wearer with full protection, a comfortable fit and maximum peripheral vision.
Comfortable, ergonimcally designed full vision welding goggle
Can be worn over most prescription spectacles
Sophisticated indirect ventilation system
Easy lens replacement
Maximum UV protection
Highest optical quality lens - class 1
Apprved...
£12.07 inc VAT
Hexagonal Bed Of Nails 92 Pins
This hexagonal bed of nails is used to allow glazed ware to be protected all over, rather than dry footing items. Stilting ceramic pieces help keep moisture out of the ware and help against crazing. They are also a good aid against protecting the kilns shelves from glaze. Please note, to help prolong the life of your kiln furniture/stilts it is advisable to apply some batt wash periodically.
This...
£15.46 inc VAT
High Temperature Nichrome Wire
Thin fireable Nichrome wire which can be used for firing beads or small ornaments. Nichrome wire can also be used for pinning ceramic fibre blanket in raku kilns. Also for making metal hooks and stilts. It will withstand temperatures of up to around 1150 degrees C.
Weight of piece and number of firings will affect the strength of the wire. Higher tempertures, heavier pieces weaken the performance...
from £5.87 inc VAT
Individual Tile Setter Base/Top
Tile cranks have two components - the uprights and the base/cover. The tile size determines which base/cover is required and the height of the stacking area and thickness of the tile determine the upright size. The uprights slot into a base/cover at either end, producing a frame into which the tiles are place ready for firing. Ledges protrude from the uprights support the tiles. Use our two part tile...
from £7.00 inc VAT
Individual Tile Setter Legs
Tile cranks have two components - the uprights and the base/cover. The tile size determines which base/cover is required and the height of the stacking area and thickness of the tile determine the upright size. The uprights slot into a base/cover at either end, producing a frame into which the tiles are place ready for firing. Ledges protrude from the uprights support the tiles. Use our two part tile...
from £6.36 inc VAT
Kemper Element Staples Pack Of 12
Hold loose kiln elements in place with these easy to insert, sharp-ended staples. These 1.5' pins are of a heat resistant alloy for temperatures to 1346∞ C (Cone 13). 12 per package.â€
£8.34 inc VAT
Kevlar Knitted Heat Resistant Gloves
Gauge 7 Kevlar knitted glove with 100% cotton lining and elasticated wrist. For the handling of hot, cutting parts. Seamless for an excellent touch.
Withstands 20.2 seconds at 250degC and 14.5 seconds at 350degC. Ambidextrous. Size 9. Intermediate design.
£37.08 inc VAT
Leather Lined Gauntlet
A pair of great quality heavy duty gauntlets.
Leather construction, 14inch long. Lined for comfort.
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR RAKU FIRINGS as they don't provide required heat protection.
Ideal for personal hand protection when taking warm items out of the kiln.
£9.59 inc VAT
Metal 3 Pointed Stilt
Metal 3 Pointed Stilt
Metal Pointed Stilts perform the same function as disposable stilts but they have sharper metal points which leave smaller marks in the fired glaze. Metal Pointed Stilts can be used many times over.
As a general rule we wouldn't recommend using stilts to fire stoneware items. Due to the higher temperatures involved, there is a greater chance of the pieces fusing or...
from £1.92 inc VAT
Metal 6inch Tile Holder Shims
Turns the large and extra large multichoice bead rack into a tile stand.
Contains 4 shims which hold 6" tiles.
£5.44 inc VAT
Metal Bowl-Baubles Firing Stand
Deisgned to aid firing small bowls and baubles, simply upturn the piece and balance on the nichrome rod.
150mm tall.
1100degC
They can be fired up to 1250 degC but the vertical rods weaken the higher you fire them so be careful not to overload them. Heavy beads and pendants will cause the rod to bend, be careful not to overload.
The stand will produce black residue upon the first firing,...
£6.48 inc VAT
Metal Plate Firing Star
Easy way to fire plates.
Made out of stainless steel for temperatures up to 1250C (depending on load!) This kind of kiln furniture lasts longer than stilts made out of ceramics.
Each brick is 60 x 30 x 20 mm with 2 Grooves + 1 Hole 4 mm Ø
Each set comprises of two metal firing stars and six bricks.
from £9.49 inc VAT
Single Point Metal Spur Steel Stilt
Single Point Metal Spur Steel Stilt SS6
In 1mm thick high grade steel. Pushed out part 9mm high.
£0.88 inc VAT
Single Steel Stilts
Single Steel Stilt
In high grade steel. Material thickness 1.5mm - 2mm depends on shank length. Almost scale free. Smooth surface, precision made.
These stilts will produce a black residue upon the first firing, however this is just oxidation. This may transfer to your piece.
Suitable upto 1250degC
from £1.58 inc VAT
Standard Cone Stands
Re-useable 3 Socket Standard Cone Stand Singular
How to use guide
£3.10 inc VAT
Tile Cranks
Tile Cranks are used to support tiles in the kiln. The uprights (legs) slot into a base/cover at either end producing a frame into which the tiles are placed. Ledges protruding from the uprights support the tiles. Use our refractory cement to give a secure and rigid assembly. Two base/covers and either three or four uprights as indicated are needed for each set.
Separate legs can be purchased.
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from £38.22 inc VAT
Xiem Sanding Sticks For Coloured Clay
Xiem double-sided and washable Sanding Sticks are made from aluminum oxide grit on a firm backing. No sanding block is needed. They’re perfect for sanding, shaping, refining, and finishing a variety of surfaces and materials such as woods, plastics, acrylics, alabasters, and ceramics—green wares and bisque wares. Available in a pack of two for fine, medium, or coarse grit.
Size 1.25...
£2.34 inc VAT
