Terracotta is a material composed of clay mixed with various aggregates, such as sand and kaolin. Through mechanical pressing and subsequent gradual drying, terracotta tiles are obtained. After drying, they can be glazed using metal oxides to obtain different shades of colors.
The process of firing terracotta tiles in a kiln is influenced by the oxide used, determining the achievement of dark colors at lower temperatures, while light colors require higher temperatures and multiple firings.
Firewood stack in front of stove. Terracotta stoves are made from glazed terracotta tiles, available in various colors and designs, and are used for heating living spaces.
These stoves operate through three main heat transfer mechanisms: thermal conductivity, convection, and radiation, being manufactured from materials that efficiently facilitate heat distribution processes. They stand out as efficient heating solutions, offering superior performance compared to other modern systems, due to the high-quality raw material they are made of.
