Nigra Clay 2002 – dark clay with black fireclay

Nigra 2002 is a unique ceramic mass with a deep, dark color and delicate texture, containing 20% ​​fine black fireclay (0–0.2 mm). Its fired color ranges from gray to intense black, depending on the firing temperature and atmosphere. It is ideal for turning and creating smaller hand-forms, producing elegant and modern visual effects.

Characteristic:

• Color after firing: from gray to black

• Application: turning, hand forming

• Form: plastic clay, packed in 10 kg bags

• Firing temperature range: 1000–1240 °C

• Fireclay content: 20%, black fireclay 0–0.2 mm

• Shrinkage on drying: approx. 5.5%

• Shrinkage when fired at 1240 °C: approx. 8.5%

• Water absorption after firing at 1240 °C: approx. 0.2%

Masa Nigra 2002 is an excellent choice for ceramists looking for a contrasting base for light glazes or wanting to achieve a raw, minimalistic effect of natural firing.