Kiln firing log
Before firing record kiln, program, firing type, load, target cone, hold and witness-cone placement.
Procedure
- Before firing record kiln, program, firing type, load, target cone, hold and witness-cone placement.
- After firing add duration, cost or energy, cone image, zone differences, element condition and ware results.
- Comparing firings can reveal drift before a major failure or a batch of underfired work.
What to record in CeramikaTo
- Work or sample code and date.
- Material, batch, cone, schedule and position.
- Observation separated from hypothesis.
Common mistakes
- Changing several variables at once without a control sample.
- Missing batch, cone or kiln-position information.
- Treating an estimate as a guarantee.
Limit
This guide supports documentation and test planning. It does not replace manufacturer instructions, safety training or specialist assessment of functional ware.
FAQ
Can I use this procedure for every clay?
You can keep the record structure, but parameters must come from your tests and manufacturer data.