Description Babu is the creamiest and smoothest clay of our three high-fire porcelain clay bodies. Firing between cone 8 and 10, this traditional porcelain fires white to off-white depending on the type of firing. Unlike other porcelains, Babu has fewer translucent qualities and a beautiful consistency for wheel throwing. Babu is a great option for those beginning with porcelain clays. Characteristics Cone: 8-10 Firing Range: High-Fire Clay Type: Porcelain Texture: Smooth Best for: Wheel Throwing Coloration Wet Color: White Oxidation Color: White Reduction Color: White to Off-White Statistics Avg. Absorption Rate at Cone 8 (+/- .5%): 3.4% Avg. Absorption Rate at Cone 10 (Oxidation): 2.28% Avg. Absorption Rate at Cone 10 (Reduction): 0.23% Avg. Shrinkage Rate at Cone 8: 12.75% Avg. Shrinkage Rate at Cone 10: 15.5% Images Image 1: Babu in Oxidation (Electric Kiln) Image 2: Babu in Reduction (Gas Kiln)
