£34 per week

Minimum hire: 4 weeks

 

Compact pottery wheel for home use
Tools, clay & apron included

 

About the wheel

 

The Shimpo RK-5T Tabletop pottery wheel is a compact, high-quality wheel designed for home use, making it an excellent option for beginners or anyone short on space.

 

It’s quiet, reliable, and easy to set up, and can be used on a sturdy table or worktop in a kitchen, spare room, or studio corner. Despite its smaller footprint, it offers smooth, consistent performance that’s ideal for learning to throw and practising core techniques.

 

The RK-5T is lighter and easier to move than a full-size wheel, making it a practical choice for flats, shared spaces, or temporary setups. It’s well suited to smaller pieces and everyday practice, without the commitment or space requirements of a studio wheel.

 

This is our most popular option for first-time potters, those returning to pottery after a break, or anyone who wants to try pottery at home with minimal setup.

 

​

Alternative option: Full-size wheel

 

If you’re looking for a studio-style experience at home, we also offer the Shimpo Whisper-T full-size pottery wheel, which provides greater stability for larger pieces and a freestanding setup.

 

​

What’s included with your hire

 

All Pottery @ Home rentals include the following equipment and essentials:

 

• Shimpo RK-5T Tabletop pottery wheel by Nidec Shimpo

• Pottery @ Home welcome pack (yours to keep)

• Cleaning & throwing essentials, including:

  • cleaning sponge

  • large bucket (for transport and cleaning)

• Setup installation instructions

 

Everything arrives ready to use.

 

​

Pottery @ Home Welcome Pack (yours to keep)

 

Your welcome pack is included with your first hire and is yours to keep. It contains everything you need to get started:

 

• Starter tool set

  • Needle tool

  • Wooden rib

  • Metal rib

  • Loop / trimming tool

  • Wire cutter

  • Sponge

• Clay

  • One bag of general-purpose stoneware clay (12.5kg), suitable for beginner and intermediate use

• Extras

  • Pottery @ Home apron

  • Quick-start guide covering setup, care, and basic use

  • Guidance on firing locally via KilnShare, so you know how and where to fire your work when it’s ready

 

​

At a glance

 

• Weekly hire: £34 per week

• Minimum hire: 4 weeks 

• Refundable deposit: £150

• Delivery: Free delivery / collection across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Falkirk, Stirling, Clackmannanshire, Fife (as far as Dunfermline), the Scottish Borders, and Berwick-upon-Tweed.

 

​

Terms & support

 

A refundable deposit is required for all rentals.

 

All rentals are subject to our full terms and conditions, which are available at checkout or can be viewed here. These will also be emailed to you when we confirm your delivery or collection.

 

If you have any questions before booking, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’re always happy to help you choose the right setup.