Pottery Kiln Firing Services
Whether you're a student, hobbyist, or independent artist, we’re excited to offer kiln firing services for your ceramic creations at Art Academy Mosta! Bring your pieces to life in our professional kilns — safely, efficiently, and with expert care.
What We Offer
We provide low-fire bisque and glaze firing for pottery made with compatible clays and glazes. Our kilns are professionally maintained and monitored to ensure high-quality results.
Firing is available for:
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Bisque (first firing)
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Glaze (second firing)
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Individual pieces or bulk loads
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Students and independent ceramicists
Pricing
⚖️ By Weight
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Bisque Firing: €0.70 per 100g
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Glaze Firing: €1.40 per 100g
Charged to the nearest 50g.
Note: Extra charges may apply for unusually shaped, fragile, or oversized pieces.
Preparing Your Work
Help us keep our kilns clean and safe. Please follow these important guidelines:
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✅ Use low-fire clay and glazes only
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❌ No combustibles (paper, fabric, metal, etc.)
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🔍 Check for cracks or air bubbles — these may lead to breakage
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🕳️ Use "cookies" or patties (unglazed discs) under glazed pieces
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🧼 Clean 6 mm of glaze off the base and apply wax resist
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🏷️ Label your pieces clearly (carved name, stamp, or underglaze pencil)
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📦 Pack your work carefully for submission
Failure to follow these steps may result in your piece being refused or incur extra charges.
How It Works
Step 1: Prepare & Label
Follow our preparation checklist (see above). Make sure your piece is ready for firing.
Step 2: Submit at Art Academy Mosta
Bring your piece, along with:
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Your contact name & number
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Clay and glaze specifications
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Full payment (non-refundable)
Step 3: Collection
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Allow 4–6 weeks for standard firing.
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You’ll receive an SMS when your piece is ready.
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Please collect within 45 days. Unclaimed work may be discarded or donated.
Terms & Conditions
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We do not guarantee against breakages, cracks, or glaze imperfections.
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Kilns are fired when full, to maximize energy use.
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Additional charges apply for:
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Kiln shelf damage (€40–€400)
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Glaze drips or explosions (€40+ per piece)
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Damaged customer pottery due to your piece not being prepared well
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Want to Fire in Bulk?
We also offer half or full kiln rental for larger projects. Contact us for pricing and availability: info@artacademydirect.com
Ready to fire up your creativity?
Bring your pottery to Art Academy Mosta and let’s get it glowing!