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Clay Trap Installation: The 3 Questions We Get Most

A clay trap only works if it's plumbed right. And most installation questions we field come down to three things: where to put your drain, which part is which, and whether it'll fit under your sink...

What Does It Actually Cost to Fire a Kiln?

Electricity is one of the ongoing costs of running a studio, and it's also one of the hardest to see clearly. Clay comes in bags with a price on the side. Glaze materials are weighed and measured. ...

Fire Smarter, Not Harder: Why the ROHDE Ecotop Is the Kiln Your Studio Has Been Waiting For

If you've been firing ceramics for any length of time, you already know: kiln costs add up fast. Between electricity bills, element replacements, and the anxiety of an uneven firing, the economics ...

What makes a Rohde kiln so special?

The best way to understand a kiln is to hear it from someone who fires one every day. We sat down with Eddie to talk about what sets a ROHDE apart, and his answer came down to one thing: the detail...

FAQ: What happens to the exhaust air? Do I need a fan?

Figure 1   Figure 2   Hot exhaust air (Fig. 2) escapes through the ceramic exhaust air pipe (Fig. 1) inserted in the kiln casing. This rises upwards into the exhaust air socket, taking a large pr...

Which Voltage and/or Phase Should I Select?

When you’re preparing to install a kiln, one of the most important things to confirm is the type of electrical service available in your space. In the United States, the vast majority of homes rel...

ROHDE is Headed to NCECA 2026 in Detroit

Join us March 25–28, 2026, for NCECA’s 60th Annual Conference We’re excited to share that ROHDE will be exhibiting at NCECA 2026, taking place in Detroit, Michigan. As one of the most influential ...

Fire Smarter, Spend Less with SolarReady

One of the biggest overheads in any ceramic studio is the kiln. That’s where ROHDE’s SolarReady system becomes a game-changer. Designed to pair with your own photovoltaic (solar) power setup, it en...

Take Your Kiln Into Your Hands with myKiln App

Imagine having your kiln’s performance in the palm of your hand—anytime, anywhere. That’s exactly what the myKiln App delivers for ceramic artists. Instead of standing over your kiln or constantly...

ROHDE USA Launches at NCECA in March

This past March, ROHDE proudly debuted at NCECA 2025 in Salt Lake City, marking our official entry into the North American market. What we experienced was more than just a successful trade show—it ...