Are electric kilns better for beginners than gas kilns?
It depends on what type of pottery you want to create. The most commonly mentioned distinction between electric pottery kilns and gas pottery kilns is that electric kilns can’t be used for reduction firing (a reduced oxygen atmosphere that creates unique color variations and more textured glazes). If you’re eager to use many different types of glazes and colors, then a gas kiln might be worth considering. (Raku kilns are also great for those interested in uniquely decorative pottery.) However, electric kilns are generally easier to use, and many of them have features such as an automatic shut down cycle that prevents overfiring. An electric kiln of comparable size will generally be cheaper to operate than a gas kiln, at least with small kilns.
