Kiln Dam Half Sets

You must order two half-sets to purchase one complete set of dams.  Of course, you can order more than two half-sets - perhaps a 10", 15", and 18" half-set to give you even more flexibility over the size of your work!   Half-sets allow you to mix and match sizes, based on the size of your kiln and kiln shelf. Each half-set contains 2 pieces of smooth ceramic, with pieces of larger, heavier firebrick that sit behind them.  So when you order two half-sets, you'll have 4 pieces of smooth ceramic, along with the heavier firebrick to put behind it. This double-layered dam system provides the best outcomes for your multi-layered glass artwork, or for thicker frit-based compositions.  It minimizes coldwork to nearly zero in multi-layered work - in most cases your final piece will need only a few minutes of minor clean-up with a hand pad. Because kiln sizes vary, you can purchase these dams half-sets in various sizes.  Dams should generally extend 1-2" beyond the edge of the glass.  So for an