Columbus Clay

I dig ceramics, and thus, I dig Columbus Clay. Columbus Clay in my opinion is one of the only places in Columbus where you can find most any thing imaginable you'll need for your ceramics endeavors without having to visit multiple stores and waste gas. I am a fan that they carry multiple bodies of clay, and they also carry multiple ceramic slips, stains, glazes, tools, and most anything your potters heart could desire. The guys that work here can sometimes seem rough around the edges, but their humor will sometimes lighten the mood. Appearances are deceiving about this place. I figured it would have a slightly larger sales floor than it has, but when you walk in the door, there's some random things sitting around... mostly raw materials, and glaze test tiles, and boards adorn the walls. You walk up to a showcase/desk where you are usually greeted in a salty tone. You get a vibe of "What do you want?", but that doesn't deter me, because like I said, these guys warm up to you eventually, but I would recommend that you know what you are going to buy before you venture in, because this is NOT a shopper friendly sales floor, and while some of the guys who work here sort of know the odds and ends about ceramics, there are others who are clueless and probably only work there, because it is a partial warehouse. I would recommend checking out their website and looking at their product, making a list, and taking it with you, because you will forget quickly. It's happened multiple times, and then you stand there like some kind of buffoon with temporary brain fart until after you're in the car driving home, then do you realize, "DAMMIT, I needed some pyrometric cones!!!" Columbus Clay gives student discounts, which is a plus, and they have been nice enough to take my orders via e-mail and over the phone, so my husband can stop by and pick up my supplies. I don't like Columbus Clay's hours. No weekend hours!? Come on guys!? I have to work a Mon-Fri 9-5 day job to support my 2nd job of ceramics. The least you could do is accommodate?

They have just about anything you need and the folks in the shop are really knowledgeable and helpful. They are happy to answer questions and provide advice based on their experiences... but you have to ask!!! Love this place.

Just bought my dream kiln at Columbus Clay. They were great, answered all my questions, helped me understand how to use it, how to assemble it once it was in the house. Answered all my questions regarding electricity needs and even offered to speak to the electrician for me. They have the best prices on clay and glaze. I highly recommend this place!

Only open mon - fri, 8 - 5, so good luck getting there if you have a normal work week. But this place is great! They have everything you need. Much better prices on ceramics supplies than trying to buy your clay from art stores.