About us

KilnShelf.org

We are passionate ceramic artists and educators dedicated to helping potters and studio professionals master the art of kiln firing.

KilnShelf – Stacked cordierite kiln shelves

1+ Years of
Experience

Our Story

Born From the Kiln,
Built for Artists

KilnShelf.org was founded by a group of dedicated ceramic artists who were frustrated by the lack of reliable, practical information on kiln furniture and shelf selection. After years of costly trial and error, we decided to share everything we learned.

What started as a small blog in 2009 has grown into the most comprehensive online resource for kiln shelf guidance — covering everything from cordierite vs. silicon carbide shelves to advanced kiln loading techniques and glaze chemistry.

Today, we serve over 50,000 ceramic artists worldwide — from hobbyists in home studios to professional production potters and ceramic engineering specialists.

Mission & Values

What Drives Us
Every Day

Our mission is simple: to make expert kiln knowledge accessible to every ceramic artist, regardless of their experience level or budget. We believe that better knowledge leads to better firings, less waste, and more beautiful ceramics.

We are committed to providing honest, tested, and practical advice — never sponsored recommendations or misleading shortcuts.

Accuracy First

Every tip we publish is tested and verified by experienced ceramic artists and kiln technicians before going live.

Artist-First Approach

We write for the working potter, not kiln manufacturers. Our advice is always in the best interest of the artist.

Community Driven

Our content evolves with feedback from 50,000+ artists sharing real-world kiln shelf experiences daily.

Continuous Learning

We stay current with the latest kiln technology, refractory materials, and global firing innovations.