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What clay + firing method do you use?
Great question! There are three types of wares you can get–earthenware, stoneware, and porcelain. Each of these have different costs, hold up differently, and also have different technical considerations. Stoneware is the most durable of the three choices for residential and commercial purposes. They also reflect the values and purposes of the intent of my products–everyday use.
At Bungalow Potter, I use a several clay bodies that are stoneware. Whether they are brown, red, speckled, or white, they are all stoneware–vitreous, durable, resistant to chipping. Stoneware is a food safe, chip resistant, quality product.
High-firing temperatures are critical to achieving maximum durability. To be considered true stoneware, products must be fired at a minimum of 2100°F. Bungalow Potter fires in an oxidation with electric kilns to Cone 5-7, approximately 2185-2264º F.
Bungalow Potter durable stoneware is ideal for commercial use, in both glazed and unglazed applications.
What kind of clay/firing method do you use?
At Bungalow Potter, I use a several clay bodies, but my main two are a modified stoneware / porcelaneous clay that is very similar to a traditional stoneware–vitreous, durable, resistant to chipping. Bungalow Potter fires in an oxidation with electric kilns to Cone 5-7, approximately 2185-2264º F.
Can I mix colors?
Yes, please do.
The Bungaloware™ colors are meant to go together in various combinations. You can be assured that I’ve put a lot of thought (understatement) into my products, colors, and especially their pairings and combinations within collections.
Please note, that some standard colors / glazes are only available seasonally, within collection / with certain products, and some unable to be used on different clay bodies.
How true are your colors?
That depends on your monitor, but they’re as true a possible. Plus, with glazes, there’s always a little variation between firings. But, you should get the gist of it looking at the pictures.
Also, I can send samples and/or color chips for a small fee.
What is a typical 5-piece placesetting?
Usually, a placesetting is a dinner plate, salad plate, soup bowl, cup and saucer.
However, I’m not a big fan of the status quo–one size does not fit all. It can be very limiting and isn’t practical for how people actually live day-to-day.
I will say that I most often sell sets of the dinner plate + bread plate + bowl + mug.
For those who love to truly entertain, dinner plate + salad plate + delta bowl (salad) + low bowl (soup) + bread plate and cozy mug.
How long will I have to wait for a custom order to be completed?
Usually 3-5 weeks, depending on current production schedule, events, and current inventory. I contact all my customers and give an approximate delivery date at the time an order is placed. Orders made from in-stock inventory usually ship within 3 business days.
How does BungalowPotter.com protect a registrant’s privacy online?
Great question.
Bungalowpotter.com has put in place various procedural, technical and administrative measures to safeguard and secure the information you provide to the best of our abilities.
For more detail, please refer to the Privacy and Security Page.
What is the credit card verification number (CCVN)?
The CCVN is a three or four digit code established by the card issuer to help provide an additional level of security.
Its on the back of your preferred debit / credit / bank card, just following your signature (You have signed your card, haven’t you?).
Will BungalowPotter.com share my personal information with other companies?
Nope. Never. Nada. No Worries.
And to put it in very clear writing, Bungalow Potter does not rent, sell or exchange your contact information with other marketers, companies, or organizations.
Just as you trust the quality of our products, you can trust us to be careful in handling your personal information.
Is my credit card information secure?
Yes. BungalowPotter.com has put in place various procedural, technical and administrative measures to safeguard and secure the information you provide.
Card payment information is not retained by or available to Bungalow Potter.
To the extent that customer information is maintained, it is located on a secured server behind a firewall; it is not directly connected to the Internet. The firewall meets recognized industry standards.
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What folks say
I got two lovely pieces from Bungalow Potter and really love ’em! BP has some really beautiful items–and I really enjoy the website. My mug and bowl in my casa have added some much needed color. LOVE IT!
I Picked up this beautiful little pitcher from Stæven Lewis Frey of Bungalow Potter last week. Oh my word. It has brightened my whole house. Pictures don’t do it justice. So impressed with the weight and quality. It’s beauty blesses me daily. In fact, I wanted one of everything….every piece I saw in Staeven’s studio was purely lovely. Handmade may cost more, but you get what you pay for.
I used to not like pottery. It was pretentious, and not practical. I feel like I’ve discovered pottery all over again–that’s practical, humble, and I can use it every day and not feel like I have to manage a hedge fund to have it either.
I own some pottery from Bungalow Potter! I came upon this business online, now I cant stop purchasing things! It makes such a great unique gift that lasts a lifetime and there are SO many choices too. It is all handmade from beginning to end. The customer service is very personal, straight from the artist himself. He is quick to respond to questions and very friendly.
Being friends with Stæven already, I always was asking for lessons–but couldn’t believe it when I actually had one. It was unbelievable. I had no clue what I was doing, but made pieces out of clay–I’d never thought I could. It was more like therapy–or playing–than work!
I came to make a mug for a birthday, and ended up making three pieces! Stæven made it easy to understand each stage, making everything fun and never overwhelming–walking me through every stage, and letting me express my ideas–helping me get there. AND I love my pieces!
Katie W.Katie W.
