Bailey Pottery

Learn how Bailey designs custom gas kilns for pottery studios, schools, and production ceramics. Explore gas kiln installation, venting, and kiln design considerations.

Discover who pugmills are best suited for and how they improve clay preparation compared to hand wedging and mixing.

Learn the key differences between tabletop and floor pottery wheels, including power, stability, portability, and which option best fits your studio.

A beginner-friendly guide to learning the pottery wheel, starting with cylinders and expanding into practice shapes that build control and confidence.

A beginner-friendly guide to pottery clay, explaining firing temperatures, kiln cones, and the differences between low fire, mid-range, high fire, and specialty clays.

Explore what makes Bailey slab rollers different, including one-pass capability, dual roller drive, and the design principles that defined an industry.

Thinking about buying new or used pottery equipment? This guide breaks down the pros, cons, hidden costs, and key factors to help potters make the right choice.

Everything you need to create a functional, inspiring space for clay at home.

Setting up a home pottery studio is one of the most exciting steps in any ceramic artist’s journey. Whether you’re a beginner wanting a dedicated practice space, a hobbyist ready to level up, or a seasoned potter seeking convenience at home, building your own studio lets you work on your schedule, explore new ideas freely, and create with fewer limitations.

The good news? You don’t need a huge space or enormous budget. With thoughtful planning and the right tools, you can transform a spare room, basement, outdoor shed, or corner of your garage into a fully functional pottery studio. This guide walks you through everything you need to get started—from wheels and kilns to ventilation, storage, workflow, and safety.

Instructional assembly video for the DRD/II Slab Roller!