Frequently Asked Questions

All of our ceramics are handcrafted locally here in Yorkanna, PA at Pleasant View Ceramics.

To care for your ceramics, we recommend hand washing whenever possible.  Avoid sudden temperature changes and extreme temperatures, as this can cause cracking.  We also recommend avoiding using abrasive materials to clean your ceramics.

Not that kind of cone.  That's "pottery lingo" for specific temperatures.

 Cone 04 temperature is approximately 1940-1975°F (1060-1075°C), though the exact temperature depends on the kiln's heating rate. This is a low-fire temperature commonly used for "hard" bisque firings, which result in stronger, less porous ceramic pieces that are better for absorbing glazes compared to "soft" bisque firings.

 Cone 06 corresponds to a low-fire temperature range in pottery, with a target temperature of approximately 1828°F (998°C), although this can vary depending on the firing rate. Unlike higher cone numbers, where a higher number means a higher temperature, lower numbers like Cone 06 have an opposite relationship, with the zero indicating a lower temperature. This temperature is common for bisque or glaze firing earthenware clays 

 Our low fire glazes are perfect for school projects, classrooms, studios, and potters who fire at cone 06 to cone 04. Sometimes glaze contents will settle. That's normal! Ceramic glazes need to be fully mixed to ensure smooth application.