Warm Shop

Our 950 sq. ft. Warm Shop has flexible space to accommodate all types of activities. It includes:

  • Two 3’ x 4’ casting kilns
  • Two 4’ x 5’ fusing/casting combination kilns
  • Three separate rooms all with individual ventilation: classroom, kiln room, and moldmaking area for both wax and plaster
  • Swing arm ventilation in classroom space for painting, leading, or enameling

Warm Shop Rental:

  • Studio Rental $10/hour + materials
  • Kiln Rental Varies (contact PGC staff)
  • Large Wax Steamer $10/session (4 hours)

Studio Rental includes use of tools (mixing buckets, glass cutters, scales, light tables, wax melters, soldering irons, wax/clay tools, etc.) and space for working on projects. Materials (plaster, silica, glass, etc.) will be charged additionally. PGC has limited materials for sale and strongly recommends that renters use their own. Kiln Rental includes the use of one kiln and kiln accessories (shelves, fire bricks, sand, etc.) for a single firing. For rates on kilns or additional items please contact PGC at 412.365.2145 ext. 208.

Rental Rates

All studios at PGC are available to rent. Time must be booked at least one day in advance and you must be a PGC member. Call 412.365.2145 ext. 208 for more information and to schedule time.

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Call 412-365-2145 ext. 208 for more information or to schedule time.