There can be regional variations in the properties of raw materials used for the production of pottery and these can lead to wares that are unique in character to a locality.
Different types of clay for ceramics.
Ball clays are the most plastic clays and contain very limited mineral impurities.
These porcelains are not the true porcelains but i still find them to be nice clays to throw with.
While there are thousands of clay bodies available for purchase the 3 basics types are porcelain stoneware and earthenware.
Ceramic materials are everywhere and in many cases need a high quality clay for their production that is well suited to their intended use.
I have thrown with cone 5 porcelain 16 hagi porcelain and porcelain five.
Some are powered by hands or feet which spin the platter on which the clay sits.
Each of these different clays is composed of different types and amounts of minerals that determine the characteristics of resulting pottery.
Moist clay weighs a lot more than dry clay and this is reflected in shipping costs.
They contain a large percentage of kaolinite and quartz with around 10 25 mica.
The three most commonly used clay bodies are earthenware clay bodies mid fire stoneware clay bodies and high fire stoneware clay bodies.
All three are available commercially in moist ready to use form.
There are many different types of potter s wheels in use.
When it comes to pottery or ceramics porcelain is known to be the most regal of all clay types.
The maturity temperature workability and color of these 3 categories can vary based on what is added.
Mixing clay yourself offers a couple of advantages.
Others use treadles like the foot pumps seen on old sewing machines.