Pottery Supplies in Qatar — Clay, Glaze, Wheels & Tools
Pottery Supplies in Qatar
Whether you're starting your first pottery wheel at home, equipping a school studio, or restocking your professional practice — this is the one-stop guide to every clay body, glaze, tool and pottery wheel available in Qatar through Ceramic Cube, Doha. Most items in stock locally. International orders fulfilled from our Doha warehouse with 1–2 week delivery across the GCC.
What you need to start pottery in Qatar
If you're new to ceramics, you need four things to make your first piece:
- Clay — 10 kg gets you started (about 20–25 small pieces)
- Glaze or underglaze — to colour and seal your fired pieces
- Basic tools — wire cutter, rib, sponge, needle tool (~150 QAR set)
- Firing access — kiln rental, studio membership, or your own kiln
You don't need to buy a pottery wheel to start. Most people begin with hand-building (no wheel required) or take a wheel-throwing workshop at our studio before investing in their own. See our pottery workshops if you want to try first.
Clay bodies available in Qatar
Ceramic Cube is the official Qatar distributor for Georg & Schneider (Germany), Sio-2 (Spain), Witgert (Germany), and Pottery Crafts (UK). All clay is mid-fire or stoneware grade — vacuum-pugged, ready to use, no additional preparation needed.
| Clay body | Type | Fired colour | Best for | Price per 10 kg |
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| G&S 0254 Cream White | Mid-fire stoneware | Light cream | Wheel throwing, beginners | From 120 QAR |
| G&S 0931 Speckled Beige | Mid-fire stoneware | Beige with basalt specks | Wheel + hand-building | From 125 QAR |
| G&S 0371 Black | Mid-fire stoneware | Dark anthracite / black | Dramatic finishes, sculptural | From 140 QAR |
| G&S 8251 Tan Speckled | Mid-fire stoneware | Warm tan with specks | Hand-building, modelling | From 125 QAR |
| G&S 0551 Red | Mid-fire stoneware | Terracotta red | Wheel, hand-building, earthenware look | From 130 QAR |
| G&S 0468 Smooth Sculptural | Mid-fire stoneware | White with chamotte | Sculpting medium-large work | From 120 QAR |
| G&S 0480 Coarse Sculptural | Mid-fire stoneware | White, heavy grog | Large sculptural work | From 120 QAR |
Glazes and underglazes in Qatar
We stock Duncan (USA — gloss and matte glazes) and Mayco (USA — underglaze colours). Both fire to standard cone 06 (1000 °C) and work on any of our clay bodies. Most colours are kept in stock in our Doha warehouse.
Duncan glazes
Duncan IN-series gloss glazes range from food-safe whites and creams (IN-1100 White) to deep colours (IN-1026 Very Black, IN-1011 Royal Purple, IN-1666 Walnut Brown). Fully food-safe after firing. Single dip is sufficient for most colours.
Mayco underglazes
Mayco Fundamentals are 59 ml (2 oz) bottles — Cone 06 oxidation. Underglazes are applied before bisque firing or on bisque before a clear glaze top coat. They fire matte without a clear glaze for a chalky finish, or glossy when clear-coated.
Shop glazes → Shop underglazes →
Pottery wheels in Qatar
We are the only authorised retailer in Qatar for Brent (USA) and Shimpo (Japan) — the two most trusted pottery wheel brands in professional studios worldwide. All wheels are sold with a manufacturer warranty.
| Model | Type | Best for | Price (QAR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shimpo RK-5T | Tabletop, lightweight | Beginners, classrooms, hobby spaces | From 4,400 |
| Shimpo Whisper-T | Quiet, compact full-size | Home studios, members | POA |
| Shimpo RK-3D / RK-3E | Mid-range | Active studios, schools | POA |
| Brent B22606G | Full-size studio wheel | Schools, classrooms, home studios | 15,500 |
| Brent C22610L | Heavy-duty full-size | Professional potters | 16,000 |
| Brent CXC22728H | Heavy-duty full-size | Production studios | 16,700 |
| Brent C22253V Black Edition | Premium quiet full-size | Design-conscious studios | 16,700 |
All wheels currently sold out — we order to demand from Brent and Shimpo. Lead time: 8–12 weeks from order confirmation. View wheels →
Pottery tools in Qatar
We stock the full Garrity Tools range from Minnesota, USA — handcrafted wood tools designed by potters for potters. Each tool is hand-shaped from cherry, walnut or maple. The full range covers trimming, shaping, profile, footring, texture, scraping and knife tools.
Starter set recommendation (the 4 tools to buy first):
- T1 or T2 — interior trimming on wheel-thrown pots
- R1 — rib for centring and smoothing exterior walls
- F1 or Foot 4 — foot ring trimming
- K1 — sculpting knife for cutting, scoring, detailing
Firing service in Qatar
If you don't have your own kiln, Ceramic Cube offers kiln rental and firing services from our Doha studio. We have two Skutt kilns — KMT-1027 (100-cup capacity) and KMT-1627 (400-cup capacity).
| Service | Price | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Bisque fire (per shelf) | 80 QAR | 1 shelf, up to 20 cups, max 14 cm height |
| Glaze fire (per shelf) | 120 QAR | 1 shelf, your applied glaze |
| Per piece | From 18 QAR | Single-item firing for small pieces |
| Full kiln | 1,200 QAR | Entire kiln, both firings |
Studio membership in Qatar
If you make pottery regularly, our monthly studio membership is the most cost-effective way to access wheels, hand-building space, and firings. Flat-fee, no per-hour charge.
- Hobbyist — 628 QAR/month — 5 kg clay, ~10 fired pieces, basic glaze
- Enthusiast — 908 QAR/month — 10 kg clay, ~15 fired pieces, basic glaze
- Pro Artist — 1,280 QAR/month — 15 kg clay, ~22 fired pieces, basic glaze
3, 6 and 12-month plans available with up to 15% off. Premium glaze free on 6 and 12-month plans.
Delivery, pickup and shipping
Most pottery supplies are in stock in our Doha warehouse and ready for collection within 24 hours. For delivery:
- Within Qatar: Free delivery on orders over 500 QAR. Otherwise from 30 QAR. 1–3 working days.
- GCC (UAE, Saudi, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait): 1–2 weeks. Shipping quoted per order — contact us with your list.
- Pickup: Collection from our Doha studio by appointment.
Pottery wheels, kilns and large items: scheduled delivery only. We coordinate directly.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy pottery clay in Qatar?
Ceramic Cube in Doha is the only authorised distributor of Georg & Schneider, Sio-2, Witgert and Pottery Crafts clay bodies in Qatar. We stock seven clay types from cream white to red stoneware, available in 10 kg vacuum-pugged blocks from 120 QAR.
Where can I buy a pottery wheel in Qatar?
Ceramic Cube is the authorised retailer in Qatar for Brent (USA) and Shimpo (Japan) pottery wheels. Models range from the Shimpo RK-5T tabletop (4,400 QAR) to the Brent C22253V Black Edition (16,700 QAR). All wheels are pre-order with 8–12 week lead time.
Do I need a pottery wheel to start pottery?
No. Hand-building (no wheel required) is the oldest pottery technique and produces beautiful work — many professional potters work hand-build only. You only need a wheel if you specifically want to make symmetrical thrown work. Try our hand-building workshop first to decide.
What glaze is food-safe for pottery in Qatar?
All Duncan IN-series glazes we stock are food-safe after firing to cone 06. Mayco underglazes alone are not food-safe — they need a clear glaze top coat to be food-safe. Always check the label and fire to the recommended cone temperature.
How much does it cost to fire pottery in Qatar?
Ceramic Cube's firing service starts at 18 QAR per small piece, 80 QAR per shelf for bisque firing, or 1,200 QAR for a full kiln. Members fire included in their monthly plan. We use Skutt kilns from the USA.
Can I take pottery classes in Qatar?
Yes. Ceramic Cube runs daily pottery workshops — wheel throwing (from 380 QAR), hand-building (from 300 QAR), kids' pottery (from 330 QAR), and private group bookings (from 1,700 QAR for 2). All materials and firing included.
Where is Ceramic Cube located?
Until May 2026: City Plaza Investment Building, Fox Hills, Lusail. From June 2026: a new home in Doha — we'll announce the address closer to opening. Open 1 PM – 9 PM, Saturday to Thursday (closed Friday). Tuesday is members-only.
Does Ceramic Cube deliver across the GCC?
Yes. We ship clay, glazes, tools and pottery wheels across the GCC — UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman and Kuwait. Delivery is 1–2 weeks. Contact us via WhatsApp +974 6665 5986 with your list for a shipping quote.
What is the difference between Duncan and Mayco glazes?
Duncan IN-series are food-safe gloss glazes — fired alone they produce a shiny food-safe finish. Mayco Fundamentals are matte underglazes — used like paint before firing, need a clear top coat for a glossy or food-safe finish. Both are cone 06.
Have a question we haven't answered? WhatsApp us on +974 6665 5986 or email info@ceramic3cube.com.
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Studio Membership
Join NowUnlimited studio access, clay, glazes & firing included. Hobbyist, Enthusiast & Pro Artist plans from 650 QAR/month.
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Studio Access
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Kiln Firing Service
Book NowWe offer our Firing services by the shelf. Each shelf can accommodate up to 20 cups, with a maximum height of 14 cm.
