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post-firing raku reduction containers - now danger!

updated wed 2 apr 08

 

William & Susan Schran User on tue 1 apr 08


On 4/1/08 12:59 PM, "Ronda Clark" wrote:

> I use sheets of newspaper in
> the can and throw a wadded
> up piece in just before I put
> the lid on. If you do this with
> loose paper be careful!!!
> On second thought I would
> not throw shreds into a flaming can.
> Have fun!

Reading this response, I have seen the following in person and seen it in
videos - people throwing sawdust into a flaming reduction chamber on top of
a pot.

DON"T EVER DO THAT!!!

The flames can burn and follow that sawdust right back to the source before
you realize you're on fire!

DID YOU HEAR ME! DON'T DO IT - EVER!

It's a very good way to get some serious burns!

Ok, now back to calmer things...

Bill
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William "Bill" Schran
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