Beyond The Clay

Pottery Clay would like to share 5 tips on how to care for ceramics, clean them, and preserve their beauty.
Producing beautiful ceramics doesn't take only an hour or two, right? Plus, this type of material costs more than general appliances. Therefore, if you have already produced ceramic pieces or... Read more...
Ceramics have mold stains, how do I clean them?
How to clean mold and black stains from ceramics? Includes proper ceramic cleaning methods and precautions for using mold removers. Read more...
How to clean glazed and unglazed pottery
How to clean glazed and unglazed pottery, with tips on proper surface care to reduce dirt and stains, keeping your pieces beautiful for longer. Read more...
Don't miss out on your first attempt! Discover how to use AMACO Shino to achieve beautiful colors exactly as you envision.
To achieve beautiful color and texture with AMACO Shino glaze, you should follow the manufacturer's recommended firing and glazing instructions. This will allow the glaze to fully express the unique... Read more...
Shino Series : The Charm of AMACO Glazes in Japanese Style
AMACO Shino: Japanese-style ceramic glaze, offering a reduction fired look in an electric kiln. Wabi-Sabi finish, suitable for various clays. Can be layered with Potter's Choice. Read more...
Tips for fixing skin to make it smooth! Say goodbye to needle marks and blistering skin.
Have you ever? You carefully sculpted, decorated, and glazed your work, but when you opened the kiln, you were devastated to see that the piece was full of tiny pinprick-like... Read more...
Velvet Underglaze with Various Firing Temperatures
One of the most frequently asked questions about AMACO Velvet Underglazes is how high they can be fired. The answer is that Velvet underglazes are designed for a wide firing... Read more...
BOTZ Unidekor : One bottle, countless uses!
Discover BOTZ Unidekor Multi-purpose Ceramic Colors (grey bottle, red cap) from Germany. One bottle, all techniques, for both underglaze and onglaze. Heat resistant from 1000–1250°C. Plus tips for stunning results! Read more...
Create vibrant, captivating pieces with Mayco and Peacock glazing techniques.
The Peacock glazing technique is an art of creating vibrant, dynamic patterns and a mesmerizing blend of swirling colors, resulting in a powerful and uniquely charming effect. Read more...
Botz 9800 Melting Point Reducer: The secret to beautiful high-fire glazes in a low-fire kiln!
In the world of ceramics, the issues of "firing temperature" and "glaze color" often go hand-in-hand. Many times, we find beautiful Stoneware glazes that we like, but our home kiln... Read more...
AMACO Bisque Fix Ceramic Repair Glue: Rescues broken and cracked pieces
Get to know AMACO Bisque Fix, a ceramic repair adhesive for mending broken, cracked, and bisque pieces, along with usage techniques and important considerations before refiring. Read more...
BOTZ PRO Ceramic Glaze 5 Popular Colors with Application Techniques
Top 5 popular BOTZ PRO ceramic glazes from Germany, with glazing techniques, layering, and firing temperature selection for professional-grade results. Read more...
BOTZ Pro: The revolutionary "Glaze-All-Rounder" coating innovation in the ceramic industry.
A deep dive into BOTZ Pro ceramic glaze from Germany: the secret to giving your pottery a high-end, professional look! Suitable for all firing temperatures from 1020-1280°C. Beautiful, safe, lead-free,... Read more...
Mayco glazes for beginners: Choose Stroke & Coat and Stoneware
Mayco Glaze Recommendations for Beginners: Stroke & Coat® and Stoneware, including recommended colors and tips for choosing glazes suitable for ceramic firing temperatures. Read more...
Botz PRO Glazes are applied and fired like this for best results.
After choosing Botz PRO coating, beginners may still be unsure of which coating method will give the best results. Pottery Clay has summarized it for you. Read more...
Unlock your ceramic potential with Botz PRO Glazes.
Introducing Botz PRO Glazes, ready-to-use ceramic brush-on glazes, versatile for various firing temperatures, easy to use, and suitable for earthenware, stoneware, and porcelain projects. Shop online at Pottery Clay. Read more...
A deep look at AMACO glaze series: what they are like, and which one is best for Mid-Fire (Cone 5–6) firing.
Choosing a glaze for your ceramic work is one of the most crucial steps. Besides determining the color and texture of the workpiece, the glaze also most clearly reflects the... Read more...
BOTZ, a high-quality ceramic glaze from Germany, chosen by artists worldwide, is now available in Thailand with Pottery Clay.
In the world of ceramic art, “glaze” (Ceramic Glaze) is one of the most important elements, as it is not merely a coating for shine or protection. Read more...
Shop Mayco glazes, world-class ceramic glazes, now at Pottery Clay Thailand.
Mayco, a high-quality ceramic paint and product manufacturer from the United States, was established in 1954 and has earned the trust of artists at all levels. Mayco's strengths lie in... Read more...
Bizen Ware: Ancient Japanese Ceramic Art
Pottery is a craft that reflects both the art and way of life of people in each era. One of the most beautiful and ancient ceramics recognized in Japan is... Read more...
"Stomping the earth" – an ancient method of preparing soil by kneading it with two feet.
"Stamping on soil" or "kneading soil" is an ancient technique for preparing soil, involving mixing large quantities of two or more types of soil. Before stamping, the area where the... Read more...
"Skutt & Sons": The Origin of Legendary Electric Ceramic Kilns for Over 60 Years - The SKUTT Brand
Discover SKUTT, high-quality electric ceramic kilns trusted by artists worldwide for over 60 years. Precise, durable, and suitable for all pottery and glasswork. Find the right kiln for you at... Read more...
Gold, Platinum, Silver in Ceramics: Minerals Creating Color and Luxury
Gold, platinum, silver are the 3 minerals  > that novice potters should know because the colours are beautiful and they also look luxurious and valuable.  Read more...
"Glaze Fountain" is an option that potters should not overlook.
ใIn one ceramic workpiece, it may not be glazed only on the outside because the inside is glazed as well. If you only need to coat two pieces, it won't... Read more...
Repairing broken pottery with Kintsugi
Have you ever heard of the word “Kintsugi”? This term refers to the Japanese method of repairing cracked crockery with lacquer varnish. The highlight of Kintsugi is the use of... Read more...
Speed up with the single high speed mill
We have introduced “Pot Mill” to everyone before. But today, we would like to appease potters who want to work faster than ever with a "high speed pot mill". Read more...
Cracks In Pottery: Why They Happen And How To Prevent Them
All potters understand how difficult it is to produce a single piece but then it is cracked after firing. It is important to understand the cause in order to prevent... Read more...
Getting to know the slip casting machine
When I hear that you have to mix-shake-stir the raw materials, I already felt my arm aching and had to prepare a massage cream in advance. However, potters no longer... Read more...
Ways to glaze pottery
Because people’s proficiency is different and their need for creativity of workpiece is also different so why should we limit the ceramic glazing to only one method, right? Most importantly,... Read more...
400-Year Legend of Raku Ware: Experience the Charm of Japanese Teacups and Master Craftsmanship
From 1550 to 1850, the tea ceremony was an important event and has a powerful influence on Japanese life. The thing that created together with the tea ceremony is a... Read more...
Save money on your electric bill with a ToU tariff scheme
Another way that ceramic potters should know in order to help reducing costs is saving electricity bills by using the electricity tariff 'TOU' which is the electricity rate according to... Read more...
Best combination for making pyrometric cone
For anyone who wants to know what the mixture of cones is. The answer is clay, quartz, alkalis and metal oxides. Grind and mix according to the ratio or formula... Read more...
What is glaze fountain?
A ceramic workpiece may not be coated on the outside only because the inside can be coated as well. If you only need to coat two pieces, it won't take... Read more...
Pottery Clay Checklist: How to Upgrade Your Electrical Meter for a Pottery Studio
Ready to open your pottery studio but don’t have enough power for your kiln? Pottery Clay explains how to upgrade your electricity meter, including required documents and what to prepare... Read more...
Black stains on ceramics, can I use an 'eraser' to remove them?
There is a question asked Pottery Clay whether we can use eraser to erase black stain on ceramics. Actually, it is not recommended to use eraser with ceramics. There is... Read more...
What is modern ceramic? Get to know ceramics that aren't just for the kitchen.
When talking about ceramic and you come up with an image of coffee cup, beautiful painted dish or unordinary shaped vase. Actually in this big world, there are variety of... Read more...
10 ways to keep yourself safe and healthy in the Pottery Studio
Even though the medium doesn’t seem risky because the tiny equipment is not sharp at all, accident can happen any time. The potters must make sure to wear enough protective... Read more...