Are electric kilns better for beginners than gas kilns?
It depends
on what type of pottery you want to create. The most commonly mentioned
distinction between electric pottery kilns and gas pottery kilns is that
electric kilns can't be used for reduction firing (a reduced oxygen atmosphere
that creates unique color variations and more textured glazes). If you're eager
to use many different types of glazes and colors, then a gas kiln might be
worth considering. Raku kilns are also great for those interested in uniquely
decorative pottery.)
However,
electric kilns are generally easier to use, and many of them have features such
as an automatic shut down cycle that prevents overfiring. An electric kiln of
comparable size will generally be cheaper to operate than a gas kiln, at least
with small kilns.
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