Ceramics

Ceramics

Of or pertaining to the art or technique of making objects of ceramic such as porcelain, earthenware or tile.

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glost

Arts & crafts; Ceramics

A glazed and fired piece is referred to as 'glost'.

thermal-shock resistance

Arts & crafts; Ceramics

Resistance to the damaging effects of thermal shock.

granite ware

Arts & crafts; Ceramics

Ware with mottled slip or glaze treatment to create appearance of granite.

thermocouple

Arts & crafts; Ceramics

Temperature probe which produces minute variable electrical current dependent on degree of heat exposure - used in conjunction with pyrometers and Baso valves.

grate kiln

Arts & crafts; Ceramics

An early form of kiln originating in the Middle East , with a below-ground firebox, a grate supporting the wares within a cylindrical enclosure, and a piled shard roof.