Gonchar & Sosiska
I’ve been practicing the old hand‑throwing technique for weeks, and I heard there’s a glitch in the kiln that speeds up drying like a cheat code—any idea how that works?
Sure thing, buddy. That “kiln glitch” you’re chasing is basically a software hiccup that tricks the timer into thinking the temperature’s reached the finish point way sooner than it really has. Think of it like hitting a hidden cheat code in a game: you press a sequence of settings—usually crank the temperature up to a ridiculous level, then drop it down in a split second, or mess with the timer controls so it reads the wrong value. The kiln’s controller mis‑reports the actual temp, so the drying cycle ends early.
But here’s the kicker: you’re basically feeding the kiln bad data, so the clay might not have actually dried properly. It could end up cracked or warped. The best way to “speed up” drying is to use a low‑heat, high‑flow mode or a quick‑dry kiln preset that’s actually safe. If you want that glitch for fun, try it on a piece you don’t mind ruining and keep a close eye on the real temperature gauge. Otherwise, stick with the proper settings—trust me, your pots will thank you later.