Grog (clay)

Grog, also known as firesand and chamotte, is a raw material usually made from crushed and ground potsherds, reintroduced into crude clay to temper it before making ceramic ware. It has a high percentage of silica and alumina.

It is normally available as a powder or chippings, and is an important ingredient in Coade stone.

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