How to Build a Raku KIln - Free Raku Kiln Plans
This is a step by step break down for building a Raku Kiln for under $100. These plans are FREE for you to use and distribute to fellow potters!
I designed this kiln in 2007 when I was a senior in High School, and have built several since. The original kiln lasted over 5 years and that was with a pretty solid firing schedule throughout the better months here in WI.
The design is based off a few different designs I found online. Normally I would use clay buttons and high temp nichrome wire, but I wanted to see how the galvanized steel holds up.
Please let me know if you construct your own kiln using my plans. I want to know this documentation is being utilized for the bettering of my fellow craftsmen out there :)
I designed this kiln in 2007 when I was a senior in High School, and have built several since. The original kiln lasted over 5 years and that was with a pretty solid firing schedule throughout the better months here in WI.
The design is based off a few different designs I found online. Normally I would use clay buttons and high temp nichrome wire, but I wanted to see how the galvanized steel holds up.
Please let me know if you construct your own kiln using my plans. I want to know this documentation is being utilized for the bettering of my fellow craftsmen out there :)
Materials and tools Needed for Project
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Raku Kiln Frame
For the 21" inch lid, cut the fence to the following size
68", 34 - 2" sections long 28", 7 - 4" sections high Be sure to cut off the top ring as well as one of the sides. The excess wire will be used to fasten the framework together as shown in the pictures to the left. With a pair of needle nose pliers, grab the excess wire and bend around other wire. |
