Ceramics Dictionary Terms

We have collected this list of pottery terms and abbreviations used by ceramic artists in most areas of the world.

Ceramics dictionary terms.

Kiln a furnace for the firing of ceramics. Ceramics synonyms ceramics pronunciation ceramics translation english dictionary definition of ceramics. Bagwall the wall on the inside of a fuel burning kiln which deflects the flame from the wear. Bat a flat disc made out of plaster wood or plastic which is affixed to the wheel head with clay or pins.

Supports often in the shape of a tripod used to maintain the shape and separate pieces of ceramic during the. Ceramic definition of or relating to products made from clay and similar materials as pottery and brick or to their manufacture. Kiln furniture refractory shelves and posts upon which ceramic ware is placed while being fired in the kiln. For pottery lessons and tutorial please visit our tips index page.

Of or relating to such a product. Batch a mixture of weighed materials such as a batch of glaze or slip or a clay body. Ceramics definition the art or technology of making objects of clay and similar materials treated by firing. Any errors are mine.

Bats are used to throw pieces on that would be difficult to lift off the wheel head. In english catalan and spanish with illustrations the international language. Glazing firing at cone 10 a lark ceramics book by john britt and clay and glazes for the potter by daniel rhodes and robin hopper. If you see something inaccurate please let me know.

Clay that has been shaped and. Ceramic definition is of or relating to the manufacture of any product such as earthenware porcelain or brick made essentially from a nonmetallic mineral such as clay by firing at a high temperature. Any of various hard brittle heat resistant and corrosion resistant materials made by shaping and then firing a nonmetallic mineral such as clay at. Made from clay that has been shaped and then baked until hard.

Dictionary about majolic ceramic by susan mussi. Stacks or chimneys come in varying heights from 3 4 to 8 to 10.