The Kiln Book

Frederick L. Olsen's practical guide to the construction, maintenance, and repair of kilns is now bigger and more comprehensive than ever. Olsen's bible for kiln builders now includes chapters on multidirectional and specialty kilns, fired in place kilns for large scale ceramic sculptures, and offers a few suggestions on what kilns may look like in the future.

​ The Kiln Book covers the principles of efficient design, building methods, refractory materials, bricklaying procedures and instruc...