Rolling Guides

Rolling guides are tools that are used to help potters create consistent and even thickness in their pottery pieces. The guides are used in the process of rolling out slabs of clay that are then used to create pots, plates, platters, and other pieces.

One of the main uses of rolling guides in pottery is to create flat, even slabs of clay. pottery pieces that are made from uneven slabs can warp or crack in the kiln, ruining the piece and wasting valuable materials. Rolling guides ensure that the slabs are a consistent thickness, which makes for more successful and durable pottery pieces.

Another important use of rolling guides in pottery is to create pieces with consistent thickness. This is important for both aesthetics and functionality. Consistent thickness gives pottery pieces a more professional and polished appearance, and also helps to ensure that the pieces can be used effectively. For example, a bowl that is thicker on one side than the other will not sit correctly on a table or surface, and may not hold liquids as well as a bowl with consistent thickness.

Rolling guides also have several advantages for potters. First and foremost, they help to save time. Rather than spending time measuring and adjusting the thickness of the clay slab by hand, potters can use the guides to quickly and easily create a consistent slab.

In addition, rolling guides allow potters to work with larger slabs of clay than they would be able to without the tools. This is because the guides provide support and stability to the clay, which allows the potter to roll out larger pieces without them collapsing or warping.

Overall, rolling guides are an essential tool for potters who are looking to create consistent and high-quality pottery pieces. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced potter, incorporating rolling guides into your workflow can help you to save time, create better pieces, and work with larger slabs of clay.

Tasks performed with rolling guides:

Glazing (Pottery)

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Trades where use rolling guides:

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Known Brands of rolling guides:

Bailey

MKM Pottery Tools

Kemper Tools

Mudtools

Dolan Tools

Xiem Tools

DiamondCore

Sherrill Mudtools

Amaco Tools

Royal & Langnickel