Kemper - Cleanup Tools

Cleanup Tools

K23 / 6 in.
SKU: 48713
MPN: K23
K23, 6 in.
List: $5.59
$4.77
SAVE 14%
B3 / 6 1/8 in.
SKU: 48928
MPN: B3
B3, 6 1/8 in.
List: $5.79
$4.96
SAVE 14%

Professional cleanup tools refine cast details on greenware

One end features a curved smoothing surface for blending away imperfections without disturbing surrounding areas, while the opposite end carries a sharp blade for precise cutting and detail enhancement. The blade configuration varies across different tools in the line, letting you match edge geometry to specific cleanup challenges.

Kemper designs these specifically for the fragile nature of greenware, where too much pressure creates new problems. The curved smoother works through gentle repeated strokes rather than aggressive scraping, gradually erasing seam lines while maintaining the piece's structural integrity. Sharp blades cut cleanly through raised mold marks and refine cast-in details that need crisper definition, decorative elements, textural patterns, or dimensional features that emerge sharper after careful blade work.

Ceramic production work demands tools that perform the same way across hundreds of pieces. These cleanup tools maintain their edge geometry and smoothing surfaces through repetitive use, whether you're refining a single sculptural piece or processing production runs. The double-ended format reduces tool switching during cleanup sessions, keeping your workflow efficient when you're moving between smoothing and cutting tasks on the same piece.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

  • Double-ended design for versatile cleanup
  • Curved smoothing end removes seamlines
  • Sharp blade enhances cast-in details
  • Removes mold marks from greenware
  • Essential for slip-cast ceramic finishing
Ceramics

Ceramics Purchase Guide

Ceramic Materials

Earthenware - Low-fire ceramic fired at 1800-2100°F (cone 06-04). Porous and suitable for decorative pieces. Requires glazing for water resistance.

Stoneware - Mid-fire ceramic fired at 2200-2400°F (cone 6-10). Dense and durable, perfect for functional pottery and dinnerware.

Porcelain - High-fire ceramic fired at 2300-2600°F (cone 8-12). Translucent and extremely strong, ideal for fine art and delicate pieces.

Clay Bodies - Different formulations for specific applications including throwing, hand-building, and sculptural work.

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