{"product_id":"porcelain","title":"Porcelain","description":"\u003cp\u003ePick-Up Only!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePorcelain is a versatile mid-fire porcelain that performs beautifully in our electric oxidation kilns at Cone 6. It throws smoothly and trims cleanly, making it an excellent choice for both functional ware and refined forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile not translucent like our Translucent Porcelain, it produces a bright white surface that pairs especially well with celadon and other glossy glazes, creating a smooth, glassy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFiring:\u003c\/span\u003e Cone 6 (electric oxidation)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAverage Shrinkage:\u003c\/span\u003e ~12.42%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAbsorption \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRate:\u003c\/span\u003e ~2.94%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTexture:\u003c\/span\u003e Smooth, no grog\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith approximately 12% shrinkage, pieces will reduce moderately from wet to fired state. Plan accordingly for fitted forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 2.94% absorption, this porcelain remains within functional stoneware range when properly fired and glazed. Fully glaze functional ware to ensure durability and water resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePorcelain benefits from even compression and steady drying to minimize cracking or warping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll clay fired in the studio must be purchased through Heart \u0026amp; Hearth to maintain firing consistency and protect kiln integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heart and Hearth Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43664835870798,"sku":"CLAY-PORC-25LB","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/8645\/0766\/files\/7061fc_b2097c37636a4d2fa4534bce449b62be_mv2.png?v=1776979268","url":"https:\/\/shop.heartandhearthpottery.com\/products\/porcelain","provider":"Heart and Hearth Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}