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EPISODE · Nov 12, 2025 · 32 MIN

Help my clay is plucking!

from For Flux Sake · host Kathy King, Matt Katz, Rose Katz

Have you ever had small pieces of an unglazed foot ring stick to a kiln shelf? This bummer of a phenomenon is called plucking, and today the gang talk about how and why it happens. They also answer a listener's question about increasing plasticity in halloysite porcelains and take a trip to Materials Corner to discuss the rumors swirling around EPK production. Do you have questions or need advice on glazes? Drop us a line at [email protected] and you could be featured on an upcoming show. Have you checked out the new For Flux Sake Patreon? This is a great way to show your support and have access to discounted merch, live hangouts, and extra episodes. Head over to Patreon and sign up today. Today's episode is brought to you by Monkey Stuff, The Rosenfield Collection, Cornell Studio Supply, and Ceramic Materials Workshop's Making Glaze Make Sense. This week's episode features the following topics: EPK, Materials corner, Halloysite, Frost porcelain, Southern Ice porcelain, Bentonite

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