EP 95

Written By Ben Carter

95 - What should we know about cristobalite and quartz inversion?

Cristobalite and quartz inversion are the great boogie men of ceramics, often being used to explain cracking clay, glaze fit issues, and general ceramic mayhem. In this episode the gang sort fact from fiction and explain the changes that silica goes through during firing. They also start the episode talking about Matt’s amazing new computer keyboard, which has beautiful celadon-glazed porcelain keys. Do you have questions or need advice on glazes? Drop us a line at ForFluxSakePodcast@gmail.com and you could be featured on an upcoming show. Listen now on your favorite podcast app or stream from your browser.

Today's episode is brought to you by Cornell Studio Supply and the Rosenfield Collection of Ceramic Art.

This week’s episode features the following topics:

Porcelain, celadon, cristobalite, quartz inversion, silica, ceramic keyboard

Ben Carter

Ben Carter is a ceramic professional based in Howell, NJ. He maintains a studio, teaches workshops and exhibits nationally. He is the creator and host of the Tales of a Red Clay Rambler podcast. www.carterpottery.com.

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