Artisan kilns, such as pottery kilns, forges, and glass furnaces, are essential tools for craftspeople working with ceramics, metals, and glass. Pottery kilns reach high temperatures, often exceeding 1,200°C, to turn clay into finished ceramic pieces. Forges are used by metalworkers and blacksmiths to heat and shape metal, typically operating at lower, but still intense, temperatures. Glass furnaces require consistently high heat to melt and manipulate glass. Each of these kilns must withstand extreme heat and thermal cycling, making reliable refractory linings critical to their efficiency and longevity.
Different types of refractories are used to line and support these artisan kilns. Dense firebricks are commonly employed for their heat retention and durability. Insulating firebricks and ceramic fiber products are often used to maintain heat while reducing energy consumption. Glass furnaces typically require high-performance materials, such as high alumina or zirconia-based refractories, to resist the corrosive effects of molten glass.
In addition to bricks, kiln components such as lintels, kiln posts, and floor tiles play a vital role in the structural integrity and support of kiln shelves and floors, ensuring safe and stable operations in high-temperature environments.
Larkin Refractory Solutions offers a comprehensive range of refractory materials for artisan kilns, including dense firebricks, insulating firebricks, ceramic fiber products, lintels, kiln posts, and floor tiles. Larkin’s expertise and extensive inventory allow for quick and reliable delivery of the right materials for pottery kilns, forges, and glassmakers. With a focus on fast solutions and tailored support, Larkin ensures that artisans have access to the refractories they need to keep their kilns running smoothly, minimizing downtime and helping them maintain consistent production quality.
