{"product_id":"lo-stone-clay-sea-mist-10kg","title":"LO Stone Clay - Sea Mist 10kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eLoStone is the UK’s first low-fire stoneware offering all the strength and beauty of traditional stoneware, but with the ability to be fired at a lower temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoStone \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSea Mist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a delicate light grey stoneware clay with soft, pale blue undertones at lower firing temperatures. It's subtle colouring evokes a cool, tranquil quality, lending an understated elegance to both functional and decorative ceramics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs part of our pioneering LoStone range, Sea Mist is the UK’s first low-fire stoneware, achieving vitrification at \u003cb\u003e1160°c\u003c\/b\u003e. Traditionally, stoneware has required high firing temperatures, but LoStone Sea Mist redefines this standard, delivering the strength, durability, and refined appearance of high-fire stoneware at significantly lower temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoStone clay requires less electricity to fire, which makes a real difference both environmentally and practically. By maturing at a lower firing range, it reduces the overall energy consumption needed in the kiln cutting costs for makers while also lowering its carbon footprint. This energy efficiency means that potters can create durable, high-quality stoneware while being mindful of their environmental impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMixable Clays that can be easily mixed together in different combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature Range 1060 - 1220°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTexture (1-smooth 10 coarse) 1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFired colour: Pale bule\/light grey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results and to achieve a vitrified finish, LoStone clays should be fired to cone 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen selecting a compatible glaze, please consider the following temperature ranges:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCone 5–6 \u003c\/strong\u003e(1200–1220°C): Stoneware glazes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCone 1–4 \u003c\/strong\u003e(1140–1180°C): Mid-fire glazes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCone 04–01 \u003c\/strong\u003e(1060–1120°C): Earthenware glazes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sussex Potters Supplies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53236072775946,"sku":null,"price":19.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/4593\/7418\/files\/sea_mist_lo_stone_clay.jpg?v=1781866718","url":"https:\/\/www.sussexpotters.co.uk\/products\/lo-stone-clay-sea-mist-10kg","provider":"Sussex Potters Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}