Name |
Number 1 w/Grog Cone 6 Clay |
Description |
Formulated with fine grog for sculptural work - this clay fires to a warm brown color at cone 9. Number 1 Stoneware with Grog may be used on the wheel by those who like a stout, toothy clay. It turns brown when fired in oxidation and deep brown in reduction. |
Temperature Range |
Fires Between Cone 6-9, 2232-2300° F |
Shrinkage |
Cone 6 - 8.9%, Cone 9 - 10.5% |
Absorption |
Cone 6 - 2.6%, Cone 9 - 1.9% |
Texture |
Coarse |
Best Use |
Sculptural work |
Color |
Brown - Oxidation, Deep brown - Reduction |
Qualities |
Extra standing strength |
Glazes |
Use glazes that mature between cone 5 and 8. (Minnesota Clay Premium Stoneware Glazes) HG-Series, SG-Series, BT-Series, HM-Series, & NG-Series |
Other Information |
The "Glazes" section lists the compatible kinds of glazes for this clay, along with what cone you can fire to and still be in the correct temperature range for both this clay body and the particular glaze. |
MSDS |
MSDS Sheets |
Warranty |
Because of the unavoidable variations in the natural material used to formulate clay as well as the uniqueness of each customers use, firing techniques and kiln environment, IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT YOU TEST–FIRE BEFORE USING IN PRODUCTION. |