Dual Media Kilns

Dual Media Kiln FAQs

What temperatures can a dual media kiln reach?

In ceramic mode they handle low-fire earthenware and terracotta (up to 2100°F, cone 04–06), mid-fire work (around 2200°F, cone 06–8), and high-fire stoneware and porcelain (2300–2350°F, cone 8–10). Glass mode runs the precise lower-temperature schedules fusing and slumping require, including borosilicate work.

How does the dual element design work?

Ceramic firing uses the side elements; glass fusing primarily uses the top/lid element. Note that during high-fire ceramic work the lid element still experiences indirect heat, which can affect its lifespan over time — a fair trade for one kiln doing two jobs.

How do I load it differently for glass vs ceramics?

Ceramics can stack multiple shelves through the chamber; glass projects typically use a single shelf positioned near the top element for even surface heating. Power use differs too — ceramic firings draw more energy due to higher temperatures.