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Re: From what is plaster made of?
Plaster is gypsum that has been calcined to remove some of the "chemical" (bound) water. There are different states of hydration, and the one you need for plaster is obtained by roasting the gypsum...
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Repair refractory material in a Paragon kiln?
I was recently given an older Paragon electric kiln, meant for china painting (so it's not huge... about 18" across and deep) -- during transport, the refractory material in the bottom cracked,...
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Help: parts for Sno Kiln?
We have an electric Sno Kiln of unknown vintage that has been donated to our church. The local crafts store says parts are no longer available for these kilns. It needs at least one switch (there are...
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Re: Brent electric wheels
I like to throw off the mound, Ahhhh....try slowing the wheel down a bit the higher you pull. You will find it MUCH easier to get the height you want:>) Wayne in Key West who spent many hours ducking...
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Re: kiln wash question
How much glaze do you expect to run down onto the posts? There's your answer. I have found that stacking them vertically in a homemade wooden "cradle" (on a table if you like) allows me to select just...
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Re: teapot spouts
there is no real way to know how much your spouts will "twist" except for making a bunch and review the results. at a minimum knowing that the spouts DO twist will help you adjust things in the...
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Used Kiln parts and gas kiln build instructions
Hello All: I am looking for low cost parts, is there a place that sells used items like brick and burners? Also can anyone point me to web sites that have instructions or samples of how to build...
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Popping noises
I am very concerned about the noises I heard. I noticed popping and crackling when I opened the lid at around 100 F. I closed the lid and waited a while. I eventually unloaded at 92 F. I can't imagine...
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Re: Glaze mess
I'm no expert except to say "been there, done that, bought the t-shirt". Here is my experience: 1. How do I get them off my shelves? I use a chisel or screwdriver (bugs the hell out of my hubby) and a...
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Cone question
I just finished my first glaze firing (Olympic 2827H with V6-CF Controller) to ^6 and it apparently got too hot (even though the temperature readout indicated it was at the correct temp) b/c my 7 cone...
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Old Kress Kiln
I recently bought an old cress kiln. It's probably over twenty years old. The outside looks its age but the inside looks almost brand new. All of the elements are working and the cord seems in good...
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for the glaze gurus
This one is for all the glaze gurus and experts out there; I acquired some glaze (in a bucket - premixed) from a woman who retired from pottery. It is a beautiful creamy white BUT is very touchy. It...
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Re: Advice on studio size
Get the money as cash and take a holiday OS -- Robert B* II
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Re: Glazing tools contest
-- Robert B* II
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JLMENAU blue cobolt plate
Hi, I am new to this newsgroup, and i was wondering if someone could offer a suggestion regarding a plate i have. I have two not so equiste photos below, but it is a blue cobolt plate from JLMENAU, in...
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