Ceramics: A Green Approach

By (author) Kevin Millward

ISBN13: 9781789941944

Imprint: Herbert Press Ltd

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Published: 21/08/2025

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Description
From extracting clay to exporting your work, this is a practical guide to producing unique ceramic pieces with minimal environmental impact. Being a green potter is not an easy feat. Historically, a lot more attention is given to the finished pieces coming out of the kiln rather than to the damages made throughout the designing and making processes. However, as we progress into the twenty first century, and our awareness of our impact on the environment increases, caring for our planet in the studio has never been more important. In this book, Kevin Millward explores how potters and ceramicists can be more responsible in sourcing and using the planet's finite resources. With tips for the whole making process such as firing, choosing fuels, extracting clays and raw materials, reclaiming water and glazes, disposing of ceramic materials, packing and shipping, this is a comprehensive guide to producing extraordinary pieces. By accepting and embracing a green approach in ceramic processes, we are setting out an example for future generations and paving the way for a more creative and respectful industry.
1. Firing and fuels Wood, natural gas, propane, oil and waste oil. Construction and efficiency of bricks used, kiln design and efficient use of fuel. 2. Clays and raw materials Extraction of clays and raw materials, preparation and transportation. 3. Oxides and colours Extraction and preparation. Toxicity and environmental effects. 4. Reclaiming preparation Responsible preparation, storage and reclaiming of materials and water. 5. Disposing The legal and ethical disposal of ceramic materials - plaster, clay, colours and metal oxides. 6. Dispatching Packing materials, plastic bubble wrap, cardboard, paper and shipping. 7. What the future holds The development of new and renewable fuels. Better insulation, waste heat retrieval, clean extraction, preparation and transportation. 8. In conclusion
  • Pottery, ceramics & glass crafts
  • Ceramics & glass technology
  • General (US: Trade)
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