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Kiln Firing Services

I offer a small public kiln firing service for local Wānaka makers and hobby potters. This service is best suited to mugs, bowls, and small functional stoneware pieces.

 

Firing is done in my studio kiln with care, however all ceramics carry inherent risk — please read the guidelines carefully before submitting work.

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Pricing guide

Bisque Firing — 1000°C (Cone 06)

Pricing is based on the tallest or widest measurement of your piece.

Small

Up to 7cm
(e.g., pinch pots, espresso cups, tiny dishes)

$3 per piece

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Medium

8cm - 14cm
(e.g., standard mug, small bowl)

$5 per piece

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Large

15cm - 20cm
(e.g., large mug, medium bowl, small vase)

$7 per piece

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Extra Large

21cm +
(e.g., large bowl, platter, tall vase)

$9+ per piece — custom quote may apply

Glaze Firing — 1220°C (Cone 6)

Pricing is based on the tallest or widest measurement of your piece.

Small

Up to 7cm
(e.g., pinch pots, espresso cups, tiny dishes)

$5 per piece

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Medium

8cm - 14cm
(e.g., standard mug, small bowl)

$7 per piece

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Large

15cm - 20cm
(e.g., large mug, medium bowl, small vase)

$9 per piece

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Extra Large

21cm +
(e.g., large bowl, platter, tall vase)

$11+ per piece — custom quote may apply

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Got a big batch ready to fire?

If you have a larger batch ready to fire, you can book kiln space instead of paying per piece.

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Capacity depends on shape, height, and spacing required. Oversized or unusually shaped pieces may reduce capacity.

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If you’re unsure how much space your work will take, feel free to email photos and measurements — I’m happy to estimate the best option.

Bisque Firing 

Half Shelf — $15
Fits approximately 4–5 medium mugs (7–10 cm)
 

Full Shelf — $30
Fits approximately 8–10 medium mugs
 

Full Kiln Load — $95
Fits approximately up to 30 medium mugs

Glaze Firing 

Half Shelf — $25
Fits approximately 4–5 medium mugs (7–10 cm)
 

Full Shelf — $50
Fits approximately 8–10 medium mugs
 

Full Kiln Load — $140
Fits approximately up to 30 medium mugs

Firing at Clay & Ball Studio Terms and conditions

By submitting work for firing, you agree to the following policy:

Accepted Materials:

  • Stoneware clay only.

  • No earthenware, porcelain, unknown clay bodies, or mixed clays.

  • No metal, wire, resin, paper clay, or foreign materials

  • All clay and glaze brands must be declared at submission. 

  • Work that does not meet these requirements may be refused.

Firing Temperatures:

Bisque firing: 1000°C (Cone 06)

Glaze firing: 1220°C (Cone 6)

Glaze & Underglaze Rules:

  • No glaze or underglaze may be applied to areas that will contact kiln shelves.

  • Thick glaze application is discouraged.

  • Customers must declare all glaze or underglaze products used.

  • Clay & Ball is not responsible for unexpected glaze results.

  • Any damage caused to kiln shelves or furniture due to glaze or material will be charged to the customer

Piece Preparation Requirements:

  • Work must be fully dry before bisque firing

  • No damp clay or wet slip

  • Bases and foot rings must be completely free of glaze or underglaze

  • Fragile, cracked, or unstable work may be refused

  • Each piece should be clearly labelled with your name

Risk & Liability:

Every effort is made to fire work safely, however ceramics are unpredictable.

By submitting work, you acknowledge:

  • Clay & Ball is not responsible for firing defects or breakage

  • Breakage, cracking, warping, glaze faults, or color changes may occur

  • No refunds or replacements are offered for fired work

  • You accept responsibility for damage caused by your pieces to kiln equipment

Turnaround Time

  • Typical turnaround is 4-6 weeks, depending on kiln schedules.

  • Firing timelines are estimates, not guarantees.

  • Customers will be notified when work is ready for collection

  • Items must be collected within 30 days of notification

Storage & Collection

  • Fired work must be collected within 14 days of notification.

  • Uncollected work may be discarded after 30 days.

  • Clay & Ball cannot guarantee long-term storage space

Payment Policy

  • Payment is required before firing.

  • Prices are per piece and based on size.

  • Large, heavy, or unusual pieces may require a custom quote.

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Right to Refuse Work:

Clay & Ball reserves the right to refuse any work that may:

  • Damage the kiln

  • Contain unsafe materials

  • Not meet firing requirements

  • Pose an unreasonable risk

Questions Before Booking

If you’re unsure whether your piece is suitable, please email a photo before submitting — I’m happy to check.

How to book a firing

  • Select and purchase the correct size category for your piece.

  • Once purchased, email me at clayandball@gmail.com to arrange a drop-off date and time.

  • If you’re unsure which size to choose, please get in touch and I’ll happily advise or provide a quote.

Thank you for firing with Clay & Ball, if you have any questions please contact us.

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